Author Topic: New 3DS XL impressions (Read 4312 times)

archie4208 · « **on:** February 13, 2015, 01:21:24 PM »

Why is it so hard to get this rear faceplate off?
Why is the screen so low resolution?
Why is the eshop so poorly designed?

At least Link Between Worlds is fun.

demi · « **Reply #1 on:** February 13, 2015, 01:35:50 PM »

Why does it trigger a panic attack when I discover its covered in fingerprints from usage?

Trent Dole · « **Reply #2 on:** February 13, 2015, 02:33:26 PM »

Quote from: archie4208 on February 13, 2015, 01:21:24 PM

Why is it so hard to get this rear faceplate off?
Why is the screen so low resolution?
Why is the eshop so poorly designed?

At least Link Between Worlds is fun.

The answer to all three of those questions is Nintendo.

bork · « **Reply #3 on:** February 13, 2015, 02:34:26 PM »

WHERE IS THE REGULAR-SIZED N3DS

Rahxephon91 · « **Reply #4 on:** February 13, 2015, 02:48:34 PM »

Sold out all around here.

Human Snorenado · « **Reply #5 on:** February 13, 2015, 02:48:38 PM »

Whew, I was seriously pondering getting one and Xenoblade in a moment of weakness, then I found out Xenoblade doesn't come out until April. Crisis averted!

tiesto · « **Reply #6 on:** February 14, 2015, 10:02:08 AM »

Are there any other exclusives other than Xenoblade announced for this?

I mean, Xenoblade was my favorite game of the last generation but I'm not sure I'm itching to spend $200 to play a gimped handheld version.

Freyj · « **Reply #7 on:** February 14, 2015, 11:36:56 AM »

Quote from: tiesto on February 14, 2015, 10:02:08 AM

Are there any other exclusives other than Xenoblade announced for this?

I mean, Xenoblade was my favorite game of the last generation but I'm not sure I'm itching to spend $200 to play a gimped handheld version.

I don't think it's so much about exclusives now as it is iOS-esque compability/performance.

Holding out as long as I can.

nachobro · « **Reply #8 on:** February 14, 2015, 12:17:00 PM »

Why hasn't my goddamn Majoras Mask 3DS shipped from Best Buy yet?

sarslip · « **Reply #9 on:** February 16, 2015, 09:27:46 AM »

transfer took about 4 hours

archnemesis · « **Reply #10 on:** February 16, 2015, 09:51:29 AM »

For how many gigabytes of data?

sarslip · « **Reply #11 on:** February 16, 2015, 10:11:26 AM »

uh, good question, i have an ambassador loaded one, with a 32gb card, that i'd say was one-third full.

and yes, i know i can transfer using a pc, but i kinda wanted to see the torture first hand, as i was busy playing Far Cry at the time, with no new 3DS games to play anyway...

my feelings right now are just kinda like, yup, i have a new 3ds.... $:-\$

bork · « **Reply #12 on:** February 16, 2015, 02:32:55 PM »

Played around with a co-worker's N3DS XL. Looks nice, felt more comfortable than the previous model...but it's just too damn big to me after using the N3DS now. Will definitely keep waiting to see what Nintendo is going to do. Was also disappointed that the N3DS XL screen still moves a little bit when the unit is moved around. The N3DS is rock solid when opened.

sarslip · « **Reply #13 on:** February 17, 2015, 02:15:17 PM »

kinda surprised to hear people say the back plate was hard to remove

bork · « **Reply #14 on:** February 18, 2015, 08:13:23 AM »

It's hard to remove if you have a shitty little screwdriver, I guess....?

Positive Touch · « **Reply #15 on:** February 18, 2015, 08:45:31 PM »

uh can someone tell me why it isn't available on Amazon??

archie4208 · « **Reply #16 on:** February 18, 2015, 08:59:47 PM »

Quote from: Big Jumbo on February 18, 2015, 08:45:31 PM

uh can someone tell me why it isn't available on Amazon??

Nintendo and Amazon had a spat a few years ago and Amazon US refuses to directly sell Nintendo hardware.

Positive Touch · « **Reply #17 on:** February 18, 2015, 11:24:14 PM »

gaddammit

thx tho

bork · « **Reply #18 on:** February 19, 2015, 07:55:27 AM »

As soon as there's ample restock, you'll see it on Amazon from sellers whose orders Amazon will fulfill, at regular or discounted prices.

kick51 · « **Reply #19 on:** February 19, 2015, 09:07:19 AM »

why are circle pad pros going for more than msrp on ebay...you can buy them right on nintendo's site?

Cheddahz · « **Reply #20 on:** February 28, 2015, 03:22:35 PM »

Upgraded from my 2DS and I'm liking the New 3DS XL a whole lot

Positive Touch · « **Reply #21 on:** February 28, 2015, 04:55:33 PM »

just bought one and holy shit I've never felt more like I purchased a kids toy than when I turned it on. this thing is definitely never going out in public with me.

and the screen Jesus Christ - going from my Note 4's quad hd screen to whatever the fuck flipphone era shitshow they put on this is like sandpaper on my eyes.

also fuck Nintendo for not putting in a charger.

Positive Touch · « **Reply #22 on:** February 28, 2015, 06:34:11 PM »

also what's good on this thing? late era ds games can be included bc the last game I bought on a Nintendo handheld was that castlevania game that had you controlling two people at once; think it came out in 2005. on my list is the new Zelda, the final fantasy music game, bravely default, aaaannnd... I dunno what the fuck else there is.

Beezy · « **Reply #23 on:** February 28, 2015, 07:13:21 PM »

Shin Megami Tensei IV
Fire Emblem: Awakening
Super Smash Bros 3DS (only if you never plan on getting a Wii U)

Positive Touch · « **Reply #24 on:** February 28, 2015, 08:01:57 PM »

get the hell away from me with that smash bros rec

Positive Touch · « **Reply #25 on:** February 28, 2015, 08:02:55 PM »

also I just got Shinobi at gamestop for $6 hell yeah

Beezy · « **Reply #26 on:** February 28, 2015, 08:15:38 PM »

demi · « **Reply #27 on:** February 28, 2015, 09:24:18 PM »

Too many to list, you're too late in the game. Go nuts and hamfist everything within reach

archie4208 · « **Reply #28 on:** February 28, 2015, 09:39:25 PM »

http://i.imgur.com/nBkq3HM.jpg

Olivia Wilde Homo · « **Reply #29 on:** February 28, 2015, 10:05:22 PM »

This is a 2013 era picture I took when I sold my 3DS stash. I recommend all of the games here:

demi · « **Reply #30 on:** February 28, 2015, 10:46:13 PM »

Heres a google doc of all my shit, incl. 3DS/DS

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gCn_QAIH6suMVObqf4D9ISNl23LCTx85R_9pWTpMYlM/edit#gid=447609723

tiesto · « **Reply #31 on:** March 01, 2015, 01:56:37 AM »

Quote from: Big Jumbo on February 28, 2015, 06:34:11 PM

also what's good on this thing? late era ds games can be included bc the last game I bought on a Nintendo handheld was that castlevania game that had you controlling two people at once; think it came out in 2005. on my list is the new Zelda, the final fantasy music game, bravely default, aaaannnd... I dunno what the fuck else there is.

For late era DS games, definitely get Radiant Historia.

Positive Touch · « **Reply #32 on:** March 01, 2015, 04:46:36 AM »

holy shit that game looks awesome and just shot to the top of my buy list

demi · « **Reply #33 on:** March 01, 2015, 10:50:59 AM »

You can probably buy cheap digital copies of 3DS games available on club nintendo from people trying to get some last minute cash.

Also get CRIMSON SHROUD on eshop

http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/f_UKC0OlYRxqkBiqeEO3L-Vj_hnA3d69

Positive Touch · « **Reply #34 on:** March 01, 2015, 11:41:55 AM »

crimson shroud is so bought. I fucking love Matsuno. I played a little bit of the game on Shaka's ds and it was great.

Great Rumbler · « **Reply #35 on:** March 31, 2015, 03:22:30 PM »

Went all in today:

demi · « **Reply #36 on:** March 31, 2015, 03:35:23 PM »

Welcome to the club.

Here's my current library on 3DS if you want ideas:

Bravely Default
Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers
Devil Survivor: Overclocked
Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D
Etrian Odyssey 4: Legends of the Titan
Etrian Odyssey Untold: The Millenium Girl
Fire Emblem: Awakening
Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars
Heroes of Ruin
Kid Icarus Uprising
Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance
Kirby Triple Deluxe
Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon
Mario & Luigi: Dream Team
Mario Golf: World Tour
Paper Mario: Sticker Star
Pokemon X
Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask
Project X-Zone
RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D
Shin Megami Tensei 4
Super Mario 3D Land
Tales of the Abyss
The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D
Theatrhythm Final Fantasy
Virtue's Last Reward
Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth
The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D

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And buy Crimson Shroud on eShop

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #37 on:** March 31, 2015, 03:52:11 PM »

I'm getting Prole's old 3DS XL, so I figured I should get some games for it. Thinking SMTIV, NSMB2, 3D Mario Land, Bravely Default and Theatrhythm FF.

Quaker · « **Reply #38 on:** March 31, 2015, 08:06:02 PM »

Quote from: Mr. Gundam on March 31, 2015, 03:52:11 PM

I'm getting Prole's old 3DS XL, so I figured I should get some games for it. Thinking SMTIV, NSMB2, 3D Mario Land, Bravely Default and Theatrhythm FF.

Target has a bunch of the Mario games and Animal Crossing for $15 this week.

http://bit.ly/1Hi1Q3g

tiesto · « **Reply #39 on:** March 31, 2015, 10:29:05 PM »

Quote from: Mr. Gundam on March 31, 2015, 03:52:11 PM

I'm getting Prole's old 3DS XL, so I figured I should get some games for it. Thinking SMTIV, NSMB2, 3D Mario Land, Bravely Default and Theatrhythm FF.

I'd highly recommend Soul Hackers, though a tad clunky with its interface its 90's cyberpunk theme is amazing. Also iirc you like side-scrolling beat-em-ups, right? If so you might like Code of Princess... suffers from a lot of slowdown but its a decent Guardian Heroes-esque game.

suppadoopa · « **Reply #40 on:** March 31, 2015, 10:54:24 PM »

also bought a n3DS the other day.
when the smaller model comes stateside, I'm trading this in ASAP

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #41 on:** March 31, 2015, 11:28:33 PM »

Quote from: Quaker on March 31, 2015, 08:06:02 PM

Quote from: Mr. Gundam on March 31, 2015, 03:52:11 PM
I'm getting Prole's old 3DS XL, so I figured I should get some games for it. Thinking SMTIV, NSMB2, 3D Mario Land, Bravely Default and Theatrhythm FF.
Target has a bunch of the Mario games and Animal Crossing for $15 this week.

http://bit.ly/1Hi1Q3g

Awesome!

Great Rumbler · « **Reply #42 on:** April 01, 2015, 12:06:09 AM »

Quote from: Quaker on March 31, 2015, 08:06:02 PM

Quote from: Mr. Gundam on March 31, 2015, 03:52:11 PM
I'm getting Prole's old 3DS XL, so I figured I should get some games for it. Thinking SMTIV, NSMB2, 3D Mario Land, Bravely Default and Theatrhythm FF.
Target has a bunch of the Mario games and Animal Crossing for $15 this week.

http://bit.ly/1Hi1Q3g

That was where I got Super Mario 3D Land, it was too good of a deal to pass up.

bork · « **Reply #43 on:** April 01, 2015, 08:58:02 AM »

Quote from: suppadoopa on March 31, 2015, 10:54:24 PM

also bought a n3DS the other day.
when the smaller model comes stateside, I'm trading this in ASAP
(Image removed from quote.)

I imported one and like it so much more than the XL, so I'm holding off on a N3DSXL to see if Nintendo does release it here.

suppadoopa · « **Reply #44 on:** April 01, 2015, 01:12:45 PM »

Quote from: bork laser on April 01, 2015, 08:58:02 AM

I imported one and like it so much more than the XL, so I'm holding off on a N3DSXL to see if Nintendo does release it here.

the JP eShop takes US credit cards right? I'm thinking right now just importing a jp unit so I can play FFEX and the DQ games

bork · « **Reply #45 on:** April 01, 2015, 01:45:13 PM »

Visa works and I believe Mastercard does as well. Amex is not accepted.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #46 on:** April 01, 2015, 03:41:36 PM »

Quote from: Great Rumbler on April 01, 2015, 12:06:09 AM

Quote from: Quaker on March 31, 2015, 08:06:02 PM
Quote from: Mr. Gundam on March 31, 2015, 03:52:11 PM
I'm getting Prole's old 3DS XL, so I figured I should get some games for it. Thinking SMTIV, NSMB2, 3D Mario Land, Bravely Default and Theatrhythm FF.
Target has a bunch of the Mario games and Animal Crossing for $15 this week.

http://bit.ly/1Hi1Q3g

That was where I got Super Mario 3D Land, it was too good of a deal to pass up.

Both games sold out at every Target in the Seattle metro. Oh well.

bork · « **Reply #47 on:** April 01, 2015, 03:47:59 PM »

Seattle
Seattle
Seattle
Seattle
Seattle
Seattle
Seattle

bork · « **Reply #48 on:** April 01, 2015, 03:58:52 PM »

I would like to visit Seattle someday, because of how much you talk about it, Mr. Gundam.

Mr. Gundam · « **Reply #49 on:** April 01, 2015, 04:34:27 PM »

Quote from: bork laser on April 01, 2015, 03:58:52 PM

I would like to visit Seattle someday, because of how much you talk about it, Mr. Gundam.

Would you have preferred I say the game is sold out everywhere? Sheesh.

Tasty · « **Reply #50 on:** April 01, 2015, 06:35:59 PM »

Two more MH players.

HMU if you want to tackle Guild quests together.

Great Rumbler · « **Reply #51 on:** April 03, 2015, 10:31:25 PM »

Got a 32GB microSD card today so I won't have to clean out my fridge for a while.

Tasty · « **Reply #52 on:** April 04, 2015, 01:54:49 PM »

64 GB here.

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Author Topic: New 3DS XL impressions (Read 4312 times)