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The editors liked
Clamshell design a massive improvement on door-wedge 2DS
New processor offers more grunt
Handy little C-Stick
Beautiful design
Huge game selection available
Terrific price point
Comes with a charger
The New Nintendo 2DS XL is basically a 3DS XL
Minus the 3D
With a slightly improved design. It gives you access to a huge library of great games
Including past DS
NES and SNES classics
Simple but elegant design
Incredibly reasonable price
Awesome catalogue of games
2DS with a clamshell design
Affordable
Works great with all 3DS games
Nice console design
SD and cartridge slots are accessible but protected
The editors didn't like
Rough-around-the-edges display
Plasticky build
Limited games on the horizon
Battery life is still underwhelming
Low-res screen looks ancient compared to the Switch
The tiny stylus is very awkward to use. There's little new here for anyone who already has a 3DS in their bag
If you're already the happy owner of a New Nintendo 3DS or New 3DS XL, the New Nintendo 2DS XL isn't worth your time.See relatedNintendo Switch review: Nintendo is back with a joy-filled bangThe best Nintendo Switch games in 2017: Every absolute must-buy...
Published: 2017-06-26, Author: Luke , review by: CNET.co.uk
The New Nintendo 2DS XL is basically a 3DS XL, minus the 3D, with a slightly improved design. It gives you access to a huge library of great games, including past DS, NES and SNES classics
The tiny stylus is very awkward to use. There's little new here for anyone who already has a 3DS in their bag
It doesn't bring anything new to the table, but the new 2DS XL delivers a fantastic Nintendo portable gaming experience at a great price...
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Published: 2017-06-24, Author: Thomas , review by: eurogamer.net
Abstract: These cutbacks translate to a lower £130 price-tag, shaving a good £30-40 off the New 3DS XL, and making it less than half the price of a Nintendo Switch. For anyone itching to check out a huge catalogue of 3DS and DS games, and just aren't fussed about 3...
Published: 2017-06-16, Author: Stephen , review by: techradar.com
Beautiful design, Huge game selection available, Terrific price point, Comes with a charger
Battery life is still underwhelming, Low-res screen looks ancient compared to the Switch
Now that Nintendo has an affordable clamshell version of its 2DS, one that includes all of the internal upgrades that came with the New 3DS, the company has the perfect entry-level handheld for playing its staggeringly-great library of 3DS games. Its low...
Abstract: Before you go thinking that the “New Nintendo 2DS XL” is some sort of immediate replacement for the Nintendo Switch, stop. It's not. Nintendo insists the Switch isn't a handheld console and, in this instance, they're correct. The New Nintendo 2DS XL and t...
Published: 2017-05-05, Author: Robert , review by: stuff.tv
Clamshell design a massive improvement on door-wedge 2DS, New processor offers more grunt, Handy little C-Stick
Rough-around-the-edges display, Plasticky build, Limited games on the horizon
Nintendo knows how to make great portable and the New 2DS XL is another solid addition to that storied lineage. Anyone who's after an affordable Pokémon machine will find plenty to like here. The age of 3D handhelds may be over, but there's still hours o...
At the very competitive price of £129.99/$149.99, it's very possible that the New 2DS XL will become the new standard portable console for Nintendo. It offers all the functionality of the top-end version of the 3DS, minus the 3D – but let's be honest, tha...
Of all the devices in the DS line (and there's an excessive amount), this is one Nintendo's best models yet, trailing only slightly behind the more expensive New 3DS XL. It's light, durable, comfortable, and a joy to game on...
