Why You Should Buy the 2DS XL in 2022

Comment if you own a 2DS xl or plan on buying one
In today's video, I talk about why the 2DS XL is my favorite 3DS model and why I believe you should purchase one in 2022.
Personally, the 2DS XL is the best 3DS model available today for a multitude of reasons, from size to price!
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[@LaiyenZ]

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[@tnongaming7057]

Yes. Please give a Link for a good deal on the 2ds xl Please Laiyenz

[@xanderfoster8889]

I own a 2DS XL and love it. Just recently had it modded. Love having and creating custom themes for it. I miss being able to streetpass someone too. I always enjoyed seeing what kind of people I connected with on it.

[@GoldenPrime729]

Love the tomadachi life music

[@jaylucien669]

Kid, I'd love to get one, but they're crazy expensive right now.

[@ilike332]

Just picked myself a 3ds ll 2 weeks ago for $80 best purchase

[@ilike332]

Looks like I just go lucky, looking at the prices now they are around $150

[@beastonrye]

I was gonna ask what you mean cause they’re $100 at Walmart with Mario kart 7 pre installed but I looked at it again and yeah they’re ridiculously expensive

[@nichyklerissa1126]

@@beastonrye youre really lucky to still find one in retail 🥺

[@beastonrye]

@@nichyklerissa1126 yeah I had gotten mine back when the Nintendo switch was sold out everywhere and online so I got a 2ds xl with Mario kart 7 pre installed for $100 at Walmart. I just recently got around to hacking mine. I’m actually glad I didn’t get a Nintendo switch cause I have more fun on the ds. Every now and then I get on my gfs switch

[@picklerick589]

Cool video, I’ve had a 2ds xl I’ve had for the last four years or so that really didn’t start seeing heavy use until a few months ago. After modding it I can honestly say it’s my favorite system to date. Since doing so I’ve really wanted to get my hands on a N3DS XL but like you say in the video… finding one for a good price in good condition had been a challenge. Until yesterday when I scored one on market place for $150 thats minty fresh. Deals are still out there people! Just might take a little time. 😉

[@Taysssty]

I have been recently considering buying a 2ds xl! I currently have an original 2ds and a "new" 3ds xl and have been playing through all the 3ds Pokémon games. They are ridiculously expensive on amazon even for renewed consoles! Great video BTW!

[@Aidan12709]

I love watching videos like these when you own the system it's like reminding you how amazing they are

[@OriTitan]

Bought one back at the start of covid in 2020 and I loved it, ended up installing homebrew and all of that to make it the best as possible!

[@antony1012]

Do you need a PC to homebrew it

[@beastonrye]

@@antony1012 Yes you will need a pc to put homebrew and various other apps to hack it. For instance you will need homebrew (obviously) and then fbi if you want to get .cia filed and put them on the Home Screen. I don’t think you need FBI but I do to have the games on my home screen. Not all files will be a .cia file so you will need the twilight menu to play .nds, .gbc, etc. Also in the twilight menu they have folders for each gaming console to put your games in so put them in the correct folder for neatness. And if you download sega mega drive 2 (genesis) games then make sure you rename them to .gen. Oh and one more thing. I would get a micro sd card that is at least 32 gb. Idk if the ds can use more than that you’ll have to research that

[@beastonrye]

@Angel Ortega Reyes the original 2ds or the new one is the one you don’t like?

[@meloanthony3781]

How do you install homebrew on a 2011 3ds can’t find anything on it

[@beastonrye]

@@meloanthony3781 ah man I haven’t owned a 3ds since I was 11. If I remember correctly it should be the same layout as the new 3ds but don’t quote me on that. What I would do is try to install homebrew on it like a normal new 3ds but if you can’t do that then install the twilight menu. That shouldn’t need homebrew app. If that doesn’t work then you can go really old school and use an r4 card. Classic. If I’m gonna be honest I never use the homebrew app and use the twilight menu but idk if you need them both

[@prestonanimates8830]

I just got your channel recommended to me because I just bought a new 2ds xl. I love your content! Keep it up!

[@bkillinm]

Just got a modded 2DS XL and I love it, so happy that I can play all my old favorite GBA games on there with a bigger screen ❤ having a blast with final fantasy tactics, advance wars, and golden sun alone never mind all the ds and 3ds games 🙌🏻 well worth the money spent.

[@TheTaxSationalSir]

Same here, I'm at work and it arrives and I can't wait to start using it. Gonna play mh4u and 3u first.

[@Moshi64_01]

Like 3 months ago i decided to get a new 3ds xl, which, to my surprise, was actually in good condition. I had dreamed of getting a new3ds xl for over a year. I like the 3d on the "new" 3ds, which is kinda why i bought it. But i still REALLY love the new 2ds xl. Great opinion

[@robbyjvc]

I like how the 2ds xl keeps the 800x240 top screen from the 3DS line of consoles. It means you get this cool scan line effect on the top screen, and makes it look like a crt monitor. Good video, but about the price.... holy moly are these consoles expensive. They used to cost ~$79.99 USD.

[@LaiyenZ]

yeah price is absolutely insane

[@MrWeakDoesThings]

80 US dollars? I think you’re thinking of the regular 2DS man

[@SataniaMcDowel]

@@MrWeakDoesThings if I remember right they was $149.99 ? With a game?

[@reedphillips3083]

I'm only a LITTLE late, but a console buying guide would be super cool!! I found you from the street pass video and I've kinda been binging all the others since then lol

[@DrBouclettes]

Thanks for the video, as you said I'd like to see a buying guide soon on this Channel

[@zo_zyra]

Yesterday I bought the Lavender & White edition 2DS XL as it has been my dream 3DS/2DS console for a while now. It cost me £140 from CEX, which is my go-to place for pre-owned games. Though the website did not have images of the exact product I would be receiving, CEX have listings of different qualities depending on if the console has little damage (scratches, bumps & dead pixels), like-new/unboxed or new/boxed. I chose the unboxed version which I assume is close to being new condition or perhaps a refurbished product (Which I don't mind, so long as it works right?!). It will also be my first "New" edition of the 3DS/2DS family. Though my original 3DS XL will still have a place in my heart, I am excited for this upgrade. ^_^

[@ProKiii]

i bought one way back for like 80 bucks and it has been the single best console purchase i've made no cap

[@avecfabian7012]

So i've had my 2ds xl for about 3 years now and BOY is this thing amazing. I have put in countless hours on this device and gotten some pretty cool accessories, I also just installed homebrew and all that good stuff so I can survive the eshp closure. For any one who is looking for a 3ds system or something they can have hours of fun with, you cant go wrong with the 2ds xl.

[@corgipotato]

I've had a 2ds xl for a couple of years now and it got me through highschool. I'm taking it to college now and always hope to get a streetpass or two when I go out.

[@GojoStiglitz]

The thing about the 3ds eshop that I didn’t know I’d miss until it was non existent on the Switch is the little gift wrapped box they put your game in after it finished downloading 🥹.

[@LaiyenZ]

This hit me in my feelings 😭

[@Crazyreviewer123]

I know it just makes purchasing Eshop games on the 3DS feel special I Love it

[@Treydemark]

I bought one from eBay and it’s coming tomorrow, so it’s neat that this video showed up in my feed lol

[@AzumarillConGafasBv]

I got myself a N2DS XL literally 1 week before the e-shop closed and bought some games I wanted to buy just to play them "legally" and not the "other" way even tho I just wanted to just buy one game in particular, still an amazing console mostly due to its portability and comfortness of being able to carry the console on your regular pocket

[@MrSuspenser]

Haven’t looked yet but a buying guide would be sick. Also I have a 2DS XL (upgrade from my 2DS) and I’ve recently fallen in love with it again. Trying to pick up games from the eshop before it’s gone forever

[@snipersev0743]

I got a 2ds xl around it's launch and then decided to homebrew it. One of the best decisions I've made

[@jaimevelazquez5844]

Your pic inserts have me rolling 😂😂😂

[@Suzukixd89]

I don't know why I'm so obsessed with a console that I don't even have lmao

[@NayNay-245]

Same😂

[@sleekflash16]

I plan on getting the 2DS XL once I have enough money. I've been hearing it is the best model out of the bunch, and now I see why.

[@GnatWasJulian]

I ordered a brand new, unused, still sealed in-the-box orange-and-white New 2DS XL and it's going to be arriving on Monday, I can't wait!

[@lordcremez]

i got a pokeboll themed 2dsxl back in christmas back in 2018 i had pokemon moon as my first game i love that thing so much i still have it to this day almost 4 years later

[@iamjjanimates]

I ended up getting a 2DS XL a few days ago, I don't have much games except 7 original ds games. I plan to get other games for my 2DS XL soon (on my birthday)

[@salmedina2450]

I was at Gamestop 2 weeks ago just looking for switch games when I see this beautiful purple machine behind a glass display. I didn’t have any interest in buying a 3DS but purple is my favorite color and it was love at first sight. It’s the New 2DS XL purple and gray model I got it for $160 after tax and I love this thing. I sold my original one years back but I’m glad I got one again and so many of the bangers in the library are relatively cheap. I got a brand new Ocarina of time for $15 for example (Nintendo Selects but I decided not to be picky with this console so I’m open to buy Selects, World Editions and loose carts). It’s great to just pick up and play, no load times, screen is perfect, and I find myself using it more that my switch! Very happy with my purchase :)

[@1kj547]

i like your editing! keep it up!

[@monicawells573]

Just bought a 2dsxl with 7 games and a case from mercari seeing this video makes me more excited to get it. Thanks a bunch.

[@BastionGT]

I got my 2ds xl day one. Love this console. Sad the eshop is closing. Now I have to get the games I never got.

[@shargweek3063]

This is literally the console i’m currently after so a how-to-get-good-console-deals video would be perfect lol

[@mrradikal69alex59]

Hey bro I'm a 42 year old man based in the UK and did exactly the same today! I used to have the new 2ds xl and sold it when I got my first Switch. I managed to bag a mint condition boxed with charger black and turquoise new 2ds xl same as I had before and paid £130 gbp, have also ordered Pokemon Ultra Moon, Mario Kart 7, Zelda a link between Worlds and Metroid Samus Returns and I'll tell ya. I'm so excited about getting this back especially in 2023, with og dedicated ground up console and games that go hand in hand especially physical copies of games to keep them alive and well before they all disappear. Hence tonight has now been binge watching new nintendo 2ds xl content with a smile on my face - and coming across your video which in light of my day has been very appropriate 😀 so thank you and ya can't beat the new 2ds xl and that entire back catalogue of games 🎉🫶🏼⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👍🏻👌🏼

[@JordiumZ]

I never once wish my new 3ds xl was thinner

[@ScocioticBathtub]

My new 2ds xl arrives today! I’m just praying it dont come broken 😅

[@averagegaming3900]

I am currently attempting to homebrew my New 3ds xl It's gonna be great

[@AndreaSperandeo]

I just ordered a new 2ds xl white and orange for 90 bucks with included charger, Stylo, new super Mario bros 2 and case and it was such a steal I hope it comes as soon as possible

[@TheOldSchoolCrisis]

I have a 2DS XL Pikachu Edition in PERFECT (Like New) Condition including all of the accessories and original packaging. I purchased it back when it came out and took EXTRA good care of all of those incidentals including booklets, plastic wrappers, etc. The only things that are not factory new condition are the addition of a screen protector, and I have modded the system with Luma. It is capable of playing/emulating everything in the nintendo hand held catalog. I also loaded a custom Pokemon theme onto it so when it boots up it shows an image of Pikachu looking at the LUMA logo, and the home theme is also equally pokemon themed complete with the music. I love the console and still take it out from time to time to play things, but honestly I may look to sell it in the near future. I just don't have the time to play it much any more and from what I can tell in the condition it is I could likely get a premium for it as the Pikachu Edition seems to be one of the rarer and more sought after versions on the market. I am not sure if the mods increase or decrease the viability of it though. I know if I was in the market for a 2DS XL I would prefer one that is able to do all the things that Luma allows, but at the same time I also know that collectors tend to prefer things be factory stock in a lot of instances.

[@renloyt]

I scored a brand new 2ds XL for 180$ today, I am excited it'll be here within the week and this video just cemented my purchase!

[@swiftz9942]

I seen one at a shop near me selling a mint one for 170

[@summervibes3348]

I can't belive this was a month ago! was using my 2dsxl while watching lol!

[@jamesrgamesoffical]

Got the hylian shield 2ds xl recently to go with my new 3ds xl and I love it and I think they are both my favorite of the sytems

[@hopejoons]

ive only had the original 3ds and the new 3ds xl that i stole from my brother LMAO but ive babysat kids who had the 2ds xl as their first handheld and each time i was like holy shit i love how this feels. its just so thin and modern feeling and i can actually see the screen lol. great video, you have really good editing esp for a small youtuber!!!

[@hetaliafan117]

I managed to get a new 2ds xl mari kart bundle a few years back at a target for about 120$ and i just modded it, its amazing

[@chancebershaw7883]

Ordering one rn just to play ocarina of time, so stoked rn

[@djfowl3120]

Dont know much about 2ds because I'm a og originial ds but awesome vid!

[@Whisky115]

I remember buying a Brand New 2DS XL off eBay which was 200$ Back in 2019 to get into 3DS Modding and before Nintendo Scared the shit out of people because of the Eshop Closing Down. Oh Boy the Prices for a New One are Double or even sometimes Triple. I had lots of Fun and still do now with WarioWare Gold and Mario and Luigi Bowser’s Inside Story + Bowser Jr’s Journey.

[@SaternalPog]

Waiting for that buyer's guide any second now

[@KTC__21]

I just got my 3ds on Tuesday and have already sunk a lot of time into it so far

[@t4c037]

I got a 3ds xl about a month ago and I love it. So much more portable and so many cool games that cant work on switch.

[@owendawson2769]

Got a Japanese Metal Slime 2DS XL a few years back for around $90 USD, well worth the price considering how easy it is to mod and get rid of the region lock.

[@geraldtzy2418]

I loved that model

[@SniP3rHavOk]

damn only 90 bucks for that?? I'm seeing them around 250 nowadays, i wanna pick one up and not sure if I should try find one cheaper. How did you remove region lock by the way? I can shell out a little more money and get one pre-done region free or I can get one for less region locked

[@owendawson2769]

@@SniP3rHavOk I ended up putting Custom Firmware on it to get rid of the region lock. Having Luma on a 3ds can disable it and let you play any physical or downloaded game.

[@SniP3rHavOk]

@@owendawson2769 cheers mate, wasn't expecting a quick reply lmao. I've just bought the dragon quest metal slime one. But i've paid just a little more and it is coming already region free so zero effort needed from me now lol

[@LaiyenZ]

Do you own a 2DS XL?

[@Burnt_Enchilada]

I have a 3ds XL

[@Burnt_Enchilada]

It's close enough

[@stewie17]

Yep

[@skizzle9656]

Thank god I got mine the week it was released

[@kenkanifffromconnecticut3963]

Getting a creeper 2DS LL this Sunday. Homebrewing it when it arrives.

[@ApplesauceNinja]

I absolutely love my 2DS XL and actually prefer it over my Switch Lite. I paid a stupid price for it about 8 months ago, shelling out $225 for my purple & silver model. The fact that it has an immense library when you include its backward compatibility with the og DS means I will still get my money's worth from it. As for your Vita comment, I had one and sold it because I'm not a fan of anime or jrpgs, and sadly games in that vein account for the bulk of that console's library. As a piece of hardware it is phenomenal, but I quickly figured out after buying it that I was not its target demographic.

[@exodusismyname]

I have a pokemon special edition 3ds xl (not even the new model) and even just the ds feature alone was worth all the money

[@StarForce99]

I love my 2ds XL. It's pretty light, it has a flap to keep ahold of my micro SD card and games, it looks sexy, it's such a wonderful console that I'll be keeping for a while now. I'm gonna hack it in the future and play some GBA games on it. It's the perfect vintage console.

[@Good_Gamez]

I love the 3DS consoles, just orded a 2DS XL from Ebay yesterday got it for $190

[@bunchou4006]

2019, I decided to buy the 2DSXL (my cousin recommended it), a game case along with 4 games (Pokemon Sun, Rune Factory 4, Devil Survivor 1 Overclocked & 2 Record Breaker) It was worth it. 😁

[@prosamgg2177]

I plan on getting one for Christmas, with the plan of getting a damaged one and repairing for a much lower price!

[@mojmov6128]

Just bought one and its coming today. I finally get to play dawn of sorrow

[@loganjudkins7959]

I’m glad I got one when they came out

[@Triboy64]

I got one for Christmas 2020 to upgrade from my 2ds.

[@ethan5285]

At the moment, I'm using an old 3ds but I'm looking into the new 2ds xl

[@Pi3kle]

laiyen!!!!! u are my fav youtuber! i am your biggest fan! i will kiss yo- i mean support you forever!

[@LaiyenZ]

gaming

[@MrWeakDoesThings]

I like the New 2DS too, it’s a good console, but the thinness of the console is also a huge weakness. My old 3DS has survived since around launch day from my 3 year old hands for NINE YEARS and I still have it today (though I play on my New XL version instead), while my “New” 2DS barely survived a year and then it broke from my brother *sitting on it.*

[@kayatasci3604]

you got me with "adult syrian hamster" :)

[@smigs_mcgee]

Man please make a buying guide for the 2DS XL, I have been wanting one and looking for one forever and need help!!!

[@asinlovrjo136]

I've gamed on my New Nintendo 2DS XL for 3 years until I got my Nintendo Switch in 2019 and am proud to own the 2DS XL 😁😎

[@joycegentile8552]

I own one and love it! By the way I'm a 70 year old lady.... the new 2ds isnot just for kids! No kidding!

[@Being_Joe]

I bought one a few years back which has mostly been sitting. Out of nowhere my Wife decides she wants to play Super Mario and is now binging. I am looking into enhancing the system.

[@BagelNosed3DSuser]

I’m getting a new 3ds xl for Christmas and I might sell my new 2ds xl (R button not working, L button came off, broken piece of hinge and hinge keeps coming off on one side) but these are some really really good reasons

[@CoralMini]

I’ve ordered one 3 days ago, coming March 6 approx.

[@tr4shy0_08]

Got one in 7th grade, im in 10th rn and i still have fun playing mariokart 7 with the homies

[@haydenk6459]

I started off with a normal 3ds(red), and ended up giving it to my little cousin when I upgraded to a *new* 3ds XL (galaxy) and I loved that thing for a good year until I got bored. I then ended up buying a (release red) 2ds and I’ve honestly called in love with it. This piece of toast is great too hold for longer gameplay, and with it not opening it’s perfect as a quirky little drawing tablet. I’ve always avoided the *new* 2ds xl because I’ve always thought it being so thin made it look flimsy and fragile. And most people (granted not all) just end up buying a carrying case that can hold everything. I guess a case might defeat the “instant portability” but if I’m running errands I always pocket my Mario or Zelda game and watches. Those are perfect in that regard

[@haydenk6459]

Sorry I kinda nerd out over handhelds 😂I could talk about them for hours

[@haydenk6459]

Also geez your account deserves more subs

[@Gemg6]

I've had my "new" 2ds xl since Easter 2018 (which was also April fools, maybe that's why my grandma bought me detective Pikachu instead of a main series game /j), and I use it all the time. The 3ds pokemon games are my favourite simply because the 3ds doesn't require you to pay for online services, you literally only need internet (the switch isn't bad, but my family probably can't afford paying for switch online as of now)

[@hazardousgamer7899]

I got the red pokeball edition of the new 2ds xl on release and it was the best console decision I ever made

[@declangallagher1448]

Dual IPS New 3DS LL from Japan was the best purchase I've made all year.

[@maurice5402]

I just bought one refurbished for €130 euros in good condition with the original box and Mario kart 7. Can't wait to mod it and play

[@FalseNoizia]

That’s mad expensive. Got an OG 3DS in a good condition for 50$.

[@marihory512]

honestly the only reason why I didnt buy one of these is bc of the dificulty of finding a new one that has never been opened here in brazil, and whenever I find one selling somewhere in the US the shipping price is usually like half or TWICE the 2DS XL's price so I would very much enjoy a "how to buy consoles" guide, specially bc I only bought something online ONCE in my entire life cuz tbh I never really needed to buy stuff online, I can just go outside and buy it... but thats not the case with the 2DS XL, since its out of production

[@adamreneau9213]

i read some of that in dante basco's voice lmao

[@nelsonvillegas3859]

Thank you, Linus! Now I have 2 New 3DS XLs.

[@TyFarrar]

3:40 is easily the best part of this video 😂😂😂

[@marcfiftyfive_]

I had a new nintendo 2ds xl pokeball during 2019 and couldnt stop using it daily, until i accidently dropped while biking

[@thedisappointedgamer4239]

Just bought a really good condition purple new 3ds xl for $250 paid a lot but love it no flaws at all on it

[@Its_Pack77]

Well, a year later, but im still getting the white & orange variation of the NN2DSXL

[@eliserss]

personally not a fan of the color scheme, but it works surprisingly well - i think because the orange buttons and white glass really pop

[@BOEING787-8]

Mines will be arriving soon Unboxing video in future

[@NekoPatty06]

Even tho I own the 3ds xl (old model), I do plan on getting a new 2ds xl.

[@FalseNoizia]

So you’re basically doing a downgrade lmao.

[@churchofgodusopp765]

I had to get my 3ds xl repaired (I had it since I was 10) and the repair guys couldn't fix it so they're sending me a new 2ds xl instead. I'll miss my old one but this video makes me feel a little better about it.

[@multi.fandom.random]

gonna buy one. have a dead pixel covered 2ds screen and wanna get a new one

[@AlePinozzo]

I recently picked up a New 2DSXL for about €110. Can't be happier ❤

[@HarryUT43]

Please do a vid on how to find old consoles in 2022. I have become a collected and need a Wii U to complete it.

[@0mega0gamer09]

I plan on getting one

[@takk76]

Good video! But I am old and I wonder about comfort of use.... Which one is best on that respect 2ds xl 3ds xl? (For me a bit wider ad thicker is more comfortable)

[@LaiyenZ]

If you want a slightly wider and thicker console i would go for the new 3ds xl. It is also slightly more durable

[@takk76]

@@LaiyenZ Thanks!

[@Procamade]

Don't know where you got that sheet with the hardware data, but the battery of the 2ds xl it's actually 1300mah (the same as the original 3ds), it has the worse battery by far between all the "New" models, even being an XL model

[@jkjonas269]

I want to get one at the end of this month because i want to do more on these Systems because i only own a o2ds already

[@PigletTube]

I think the new 3ds and new 3ds xl have the best part placement eg. Volume Slider + 3D Slider and the cameras!

[@wallowlight]

underrated channel

[@Rauz11]

Perfect edit

[@bobafett2325]

my fav console is the 3ds!, sadly my 2ds broke recently so i am considering to get a 2ds xl

[@christophersings2676]

Yeah I love mine I had a 3ds original but as I got older it became more uncomfortable to use so I Sold it was fully modded so I wanted a 2dsxl I got one my £90 pretty much brand new no scratches or nothing absolutely incredible so I got it at a very cheap price but yeah I have modded it and has 150 games on it just from picking up a 128sd card for £7 definitely worth it

[@generalolive9197]

we need that buying guide