Should you buy a New Nintendo 3DS in 2024? | Worth it? | Review

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[@bigmacreejr]

nice video, small correction though, there is no port of 3d land on the switch, only 3d world which is a wii u game/sequel to 3d land that got ported to switch, 3d land is only available on 3ds atm. also remember the pricing, if you plan on buying it to try out and use the 3d effect, then get the "new" models only, the og model and 2ds is great for people just wanting to try its catalogue, but the 3d effect is very bad on the og model compared to new (like very bad, especially without an ips screen, like move your head 1/10th an inch after spending 3 minutes trying to fnd that right angle and distance, and its just a blurry unplayable mess, barely usable) best to keep it off on old models), and the price difference and findability of used new models can be quite large, and since people know this, 3ds's can be found around 90-130 if your lucky, but dont expect to find any "new" models under 170, averaging closer to 200 nowadays, with very few games utilizing the new 3ds features (less than 10 released in store games using it), only really applicable to homebrew stuff due to the better hardware inside ps. also its worth mentioning,if you want to play ds games, try to find a dsi xl, ds games look very bad on the 3ds compared to the dsi (and even the og ds), with the game only taking up 2/3rd of both screen and somewhat blurrier than intended, or blown up to fill screen with tons of filters you cant disable that make even text hard to read its so blurry, the dsi has ips screens always, and doesnt have this issue, plus is also easily moddable, ds games work on 3ds but makes them look worse than on og hardware by a large margin

[@GeordiLaForgery]

I made a mistake not buying a 'new' model when it was available and now used 'new' models are more expensive than they were when new!

[@RomSay64]

I almost sold my Pokemon 20th anniversary edition.

[@RyderPlatinumWarpstar]

If you have a computer and a microSD Card Reader, you could get a Japanese New 3DS for a good amount cheaper and hack it to remove the region locking. That’s what I did recently.

[@sterben4958]

@@RyderPlatinumWarpstarfrom where?

[@GeordiLaForgery]

@@RyderPlatinumWarpstar Are the settings still in japanese?

[@RyderPlatinumWarpstar]

@@GeordiLaForgery Yes. When prompted to go to the settings, you’ll have to follow a visual guide.

[@TypicalHaribo23]

Literally bought the 3DS yesterday! Very worth it in 2024 for those looking to get one but they are getting expensive

[@isabelletaylor3881]

Can I play with friends?!

[@Text_Book]

​@@isabelletaylor3881 yes

[@flipogreen]

@@isabelletaylor3881 yeah, it takes a while to set up, but stuff like mario kart works with pretendo

[@yippeguyyayyyyy]

If you​ play local then yes, online play isn't supported anymore. @@isabelletaylor3881

[@onv.1]

@@isabelletaylor3881no

[@mimicri326]

I just purchased one used, I'm in awe, love the 3D feature. Transported me back to when I was younger.

[@jacariwatsonallard8603]

I used to have a 2DS, but my little brother broke it. I then got an original model 3DS which I still have to this day which still works

[@CompletelyAverageGameplay]

I was lucky enough to have bought most of the models at launch, but I did get a 3DS LL in white from Japan last year. With the inflated prices it's hard to justify buying one but if you do, you have access to the entire DS and 3DS library if you are savvy enough to hack it (and it truly is very easy). There is a homebrew eshop equivalent and a homebrew equivalent of the online servers that were shut down (pretendo network).

[@Costa3891]

Pretendo network…could play online?

[@CompletelyAverageGameplay]

@@Costa3891 It's work in progress but yes, some games do work with it and it's in active development.

[@Stephany922]

Bought a brand new 3dxl that was pushed back in a corner behind New Switch consoles and games, OMG I saw the edge and asked to have the shelve unlocked and low and behold a new 3dxl new galaxy style in 2019, I still have it in the box put away never used it yet. I still play my Zelda Mask 3dxl.

[@Dragonime]

Would be worth it if used models weren't so damn expensive!

[@LilfoxTheHybridHylian5967]

That's what I'm saying! Exactly

[@domloveart]

if you're willing to mod it i recommend buying a used model from japan! they're cheaper

[@bradwillis3361]

I bought a 2ds it kinda looks like a chess wedge but it cost like 80 bucks for a really good used one on eBay but you can get them for cheaper

[@LunaticKD1991]

I still have my galaxy model New Nintento 3DS XL that I bought back in 2017. It's my favorite console because it can play both DS and 3DS games. I'm keeping and treasuring mine forever.

[@VR00100]

I got a used orginal Japanese 3ds for little less than a 2ds just yesterday. So far im loving it, i owned a switch oled, and prior to this a psp and ps vita in terms of portable handheld consoles. Honestly the 3d effect is really good and honestly emulators cant emulate the 3d on your average pc/laptop making it a solid choice Also since the OG 3ds is less desired than the 2ds so its cheaper and has more features (in the end i still ended up paying 60% as import duties even free shipping and my region is India if your wondering)

[@krisp2106]

by original 3ds you mean the small screen one?

[@VR00100]

@@krisp2106 yes

[@theprophet2444]

I have both the New 3DS XL and the New 2DS XL, they're both great but yeah, the latter is made out of cheaper materials, the buttons are a bit smaller and you're lacking the unique feature of 3D. I can also confirm that SNES Emulation looks and works great on the machine. One thing also to note is probably Virtualboy emulation. Yeah... that old forgotten console is now emulated on the 3DS... in 3D, we've gone full circle. There are only a hand full titles but I'd say the Virtualboy Wario Land is something you might want to check out, it was never remade to my knowlege.

[@ethanvaughn9386]

I collect video games and especially collect for the 3ds. I’m just missing the flame red out of all the original 3ds models. I’d like to get ice white aswell. I love all of them. They are my favorite systems

[@DevinCurrie]

If 3DS is getting more expensive to buy, why not grab an Anbernic (or equivalent) instead? There are various clamshell design.

[@reviewrattlesnake]

Good point. I was going to grab one of them for a direct comparison sometime in the future. :)

[@DevinCurrie]

​@@reviewrattlesnakeThat would be great. I think Ayaneo Flip is more similar to 3DS design.

[@celestialtheicewing2633]

I know its been a month since this video uploaded, but i was wondering what the best place to buy a 3ds is exactly. Ive been wanted to play pokemon black 2 and dont know where to start whe buying the console. Any suggestions???

[@kidbruh2]

i have never had a ds but i have been craving old games lately

[@pressatopound6029]

Maybe you misspoke at 8:07 ? There’s no remake of Super Mario 3D Land on the switch at the moment

[@YtFan5678]

Maybe he confused it with super Mario 3D world, which does have a switch release

[@Unocd]

To me 3d don’t hurt my eyes at all I enjoy playing games in 3d with my 3ds a lot ❤😊

[@calculateddeclination5534]

Why are the xl ones so common and easy to find while the smaller new 3ds is super hard to find? I prefer the smaller one. It's more pocketable.

[@reviewrattlesnake]

I am not sure either. I suppose it was sold more often as many people prefer the larger screen.

[@Electric_Octopus]

The standard New 3DS model wasn't released initially in the US and Canada, only the XL. The first smaller sized New 3DS available was, I believe, a special edition Animal Crossing version.

[@Tr1john]

The small ones were barely produced in America they pushed the xl version out more

[@netbirth]

Pokémon possibly too​@@Electric_Octopus

[@YtFan5678]

For some reason Nintendo of America decided to only sell the XL "new" systems and the smaller ones were only sold in bundles/limited editions. Such as the AC Happy home designer or super Mario black Friday bundle. It's even worse to be an owner of one of these because if something breaks you can't find a replacement part

[@NBack-10]

I have 2 red ‘new’ 3ds LL from Japan. Might mod both.

[@AzureRT456]

I bought a "new" model but requested a cancel for the order because apparently it doesn't take full sized SD cards... Which I went and get... And then threw the packaging away. And I don't want to spend another 10 bucks for a 64Gb micro SD. Is it still worth buying a new model or should I get an original XL? I might go to a Game XChange or GameStop tomorrow and see what they have to offer.

[@reviewrattlesnake]

I suggest you invest in a micro SD card. Thats what I would so

[@AzureRT456]

@@reviewrattlesnake Is the new model really worth it? I don't imagine any gain in performance when the only games I play are Monster Hunter and Animal Crossing.

[@awildfurret]

​@@AzureRT456Yes, Monster Hunter take advantage of New 3DS's enchanced performance afaik. Reduce load times

[@awildfurret]

MicroSDs are cheaper than 3DSes. Get Sandisk or Samsung or something like that, around 64 to 128 GB

[@AzureRT456]

@@awildfurret that's good to know. I'm actually in the market for one. Apparently my original XL has "water damage", according to a shop I left it in to repair the circular pad.

[@retrogamingindo4238]

Waiting my new 3ds regular (non xL) to arrive while watching this vid

[@kirbycardenas-vo8mj]

I get bored with the games idk I played all the mainstream games. Plus not online

[@heavenwu5585]

Exactly, the online services are discontinued and it makes the gameplay less fun

[@nassifsamuel55]

I recently got a new 3ds xl in good condition for $200, didnt know about ips screen one, so had to have that, paid $500 for a great condition red dual ips that was hacked. Then saw one from japan for $100, so got that one, and foind it super easy to hack, and gave it to my bro, if I were to go back in time, i woulda just got a cheap ips japanese one from ebay and hacked myself

[@escapetherace1943]

500 USD? LOL! Dual IPS are about 400 max like-new, ouch my man.

[@nassifsamuel55]

@escapetherace1943 ya. I def got ripped, then dumb me got a 3ds charger off ebay. First time I plugged it it, It smoked and would not charge anymore, so need to get it fixed eventually 😩

[@escapetherace1943]

@@nassifsamuel55 that happened to the dual IPS??? Ouch. I've actually never charged mine with a nintendo charger I only charge from a smart battery bank or from a very old slow phone charger with just the usb to 3ds cable. If that is your IPS i'm indeed feeling in pain for you. Personally I just snagged a dual IPS in almost mint condition for a little over 200 (auction on weekday)

[@heavenwu5585]

You can emulate on the steam deck. I’ve already emulated some of my favorite games and I love it.

[@1nvd]

Can I use my us games on the Japanese version

[@reviewrattlesnake]

The 3DS is region locked, but you can change the region with custom firmware.

[@droycon]

Homebrew it and then it’s possible. Very easy to do, you can find a guide online easily, but don’t use a video guide

[@Satfirejade-br6mg]

What type of question is this of course it’s WORTH IT

[@Its-a-trap13]

I saw a 900$ new 3ds xl red on amazon😂

[@Final_Starman]

My money disappeared

[@reviewrattlesnake]

mine too, mine too...

[@ItzMeGamer0192]

I wamt the 3ds lol

[@davidbailey9464]

No. There's no more games being made for it anyway. But yeah tons of fun games for it. Online was killed for it though. So at this point it's just for the fun factor.

[@iamlordnoob]

homebrew jumpscare

[@NoKuraiShin]

Homebrew opens up that WiFi barrier, and there’s a free eshop

[@WencePelayo]

Neo, what if I told you you can still play online and there are still homebrew development to have more games, ports and emulators?

[@smithy9993]

Isn't the fun factor why you buy any console? 🤣

[@tripppparham8927]

Highly disagree when online can be turned back on. Not including the literal thousands of games between consoles

[@Jadonpardon]

Early