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It's impossible not to love the removable cover plates. They're a very basic means of customising the standard New Nintendo 3DS model but they're bound to appeal to hardcore collectors
As well as the devoted and lifelong followers of the Japanese veteran
Almost every change Nintendo has made here is welcome
And the result is a handheld that finally feels complete. The 3D is now much more consistent
Meaning less headaches and a more enjoyable experience
While the C-stick gives us what we've been asking
The New 3DS' facial tracking makes for a hugely improved 3D gaming experience. Its new analog stick is appreciated and the clip-on covers add a lot of style
New 3D is vastly better
Second analogue nub is long overdue
Still relatively affordable
Improved 3D screen
Changeable faceplates
Massive library of amazing games
Improved processing power
Head tracking gives better 3D experience
Interchangeable face plates for customisation
Super Stable 3D really works
Symmetry of design
Built in NFC and faster CPU for future proof gaming
The editors didn't like
Battery life has always been something of an issue with the entire 3DS range
Especially if you like playing with the auto-stereoscopic effect switched on. While both models of the New Nintendo 3DS offer a slight increase in stamina over their respective
There are a few niggles
Having to remove the back with a screwdriver to change the microSD in 2015 seems crazy
The camera is still quite poor
And the name might cause some confusion for those less familiar with the Nintendo family
The new C Stick has poor feel though
And I can't help wishing for a more significant boost to battery life
Published: 2014-10-29, Author: Mat , review by: engadget.com
3D screen works better, is more enjoyable to use, Secondary analog pad offers richer control options, Upgraded processor does everything faster
Some games work differently on the last-gen 3DSes, Customizable plates only offered on the smaller New 3DS, Buying games and apps is still a chore
Both of the new 3DSes bring enough improvements to warrant an upgrade from the original system. Nintendo has finally managed to make the 3D effect work comfortably, and hardware looks more refined on both models. If you already own a 3DS, an upgrade in 2...
Published: 2014-10-24, Author: Tim , review by: cnet.com
The New 3DS' facial tracking makes for a hugely improved 3D gaming experience. Its new analog stick is appreciated and the clip-on covers add a lot of style
The new C Stick has poor feel though, and I can't help wishing for a more significant boost to battery life
Nintendo's New 3DS isn't much improved overall, but that new display alone almost makes the purchase worthwhile -- or will do, once it's available outside of Japan....
Published: 2014-10-21, Author: Sam , review by: theverge.com
3D effect is vastly improved, Much faster performance, Swappable faceplates are cool, New control additions mostly work well
Screen tech still outdated in other ways, Improved cameras remain unusably bad, C-stick doesn't work for all types of games, XL model omits faceplates
More times than not, the Verge score is based on the average of the subscores below. However, since this is a non-weighted average, we reserve the right to tweak the overall score if we feel it doesn't reflect our overall assessment and price of the produ...
New 3D is vastly better, Second analogue nub is long overdue, Still relatively affordable
Battery hasn't really improved, Processor bump divides old 3DS owners from new
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Published: 2014-10-24, Author: Tim , review by: cnet.com.au
The New 3DS' facial tracking makes for a hugely improved 3D gaming experience. Its new analog stick is appreciated and the clip-on covers add a lot of style
The new C Stick has poor feel though, and I can't help wishing for a more significant boost to battery life
Nintendo's New 3DS isn't much improved overall, but that new display alone almost makes the purchase worthwhile -- or will do, once it's available outside of Japan....
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Published: 2016-03-09, Author: Will , review by: in.pcmag.com
All of the excellent features of the New Nintendo 3DS XL (except with smaller screens), Interchangeable faceplates add customization options
Same price as larger 3DS XL, Fewer choices for case colors and designs, Still difficult to find in North America
The New Nintendo 3DS gaming handheld packs a top-notch gaming experience into a slightly smaller, more customizable package than the New 3DS XL...
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Published: 2015-02-13, Author: Sean , review by: gizmodo.in
The speakers are put out a richer, louder sound-I can actually hear the 3DS if the TV is on, The new home, start and select buttons feel so much better. They're not mushy anymore, and are easier to reach from the 3DS' face buttons, Everything loads way,
Why is the power button on the front edge? I'm always worried it's going to turn off in my pocket. It hasn't yet, but just you wait, Why is the stylus on the front? In the old model, it used to lay on the right-side, making it easier to pull out when you
Yes. If you dont already have a 3DS and you want one, this is the one you want. If you have an older 3DS, you should still buy one-just not right away. This New 3DS is better in almost every way, but your current handheld plays all the same games, has al...
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Published: 2015-02-14, Author: Carlos , review by: es.gizmodo.com
La pantalla 3D ha mejorado mucho. No cansa tanto utilizarla durante largas sesiones de juego, El diseño sigue siendo, esencialmente, el mismo pero la construcción se ha pulido hasta resultar excelente. Nintendo ha logrado hacer una consola atractiva para
La 3DS tiene algunos gastos adicionales que debes considerar, y no estamos hablando solo del cargador que no viene incluido en el paquete de venta. El stylus original de la consola es suficiente para un rato, pero si realmente vas a pasar tiempo jugando,
Abstract: El historial de consolas portátiles de Nintendo es curioso si lo analizamos al detalle. En cada generación han lanzado diferentes revisiones con el fin de pulir mejor el producto original. Nintendo 3DS no ha sido una excepción y ya a finales de verano del...
Published: 2014-11-21, Author: Tim , review by: cnet.com/es/
El seguimiento facial de la New 3DS brinda una experiencia de juego 3D muchísimo mejor. Su nuevo joystick analógico es una excelente adición y las cubiertas le añaden mucho estilo.
El nuevo C Stick no es muy sensible, y me gustaría que la batería durara más
La New 3DS de Nintendo no tiene demasiadas mejoras, pero ya por la nueva pantalla vale la pena (una vez que esté disponible fuera de Japón)....
