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Nintendo New 3DS XL - Black

Platform : Nintendo 3DS
Rated: Everyone
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 3,163 ratings

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without AC Adapter

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  • C Stick for enhanced controls; Built in amibo compatibility and NFC support
  • Faster processing power than Nintendo 3DS and Face tracking 3D
  • Plays all Nintendo 3DS games
  • AC adapter not included
  • Use Parental Controls to restrict 3D mode for children 6 and under

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THE NEXT DIMENSION IN ENTERTAINMENT. The New Nintendo 3DS XL system combines next-generation portable gaming withsuper-stable 3D technology and added control features. Take 3D photos, connectwith friends, and enhance your gaming experiences with added amiibo support. The New Nintendo 3DS XL system plays all Nintendo DS games. Nintendo DS games will not appear in 3D. AC Adapter sold separately. New Nintendo 3DS XL uses the same AC adapter as Nintendo DSi, Nintendo 3DS and 2DS. 3D Mode recommended for Ages 7+.


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Face Tracking 3D & Faster Processing Power than Nintendo 3DS

Using the inner camera, face tracking 3D provides an improved 3D gaming experience from a wider range of viewing angles compared to Nintendo 3DS. The New Nintendo 3DS Xl system adjusts the 3D “sweet spot” based on the location of the user’s face.

Improved processing power allows for faster loading of applications, such as Miiverse and games. Plus the improved CPU performance allows you to enjoy faster speeds for downloading software.

Built in amiibo & NFC support and C Stick for Enhanced Controls

Enhance your compatible games with amiibo figures. Simply tap your amiibo on the touch screen and discover the power inside.

The C Stick opens a new world to your games. With certain games, you can freely control the in-game camera to get a new point of view.

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Plays 3D games In 2D and face-tracking 3D In 2D In 2D
Compatible with Nintendo 3DS software
Compatible with New Nintendo 3DS exclusive software
C stick and ZL/ZR buttons
Built in NFC reader
AC adapter included
Screen size Upper: 4.88 inches (diagonal) Lower: 4.18 inches (diagonal) Upper: 4.88 inches (diagonal) Lower: 4.18 inches (diagonal) Upper: 3.53 inches (diagonal) Lower: 3.02 inches (diagonal)
Dimensions (open) 6.4 in. × 6.3 in. × 0.8 in. 6.4 in. × 6.3 in. × 0.8 in. 5 in. × 5.66 in. × 0.8 in.
Dimensions (folded) 3.7 in. × 6.3 in. x 0.8 in. 3.4 in. × 6.3 in. × 0.8 in. N/A
Weight Approx. 11.6 ounces Approx. 9.2 ounces Approx. 9.2 ounces

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4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
3,163 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the value, graphics, quality and 3D of the video game console. For example, they mention that it's well worth the investment, the 3D effect is more clear and stable and that it works well. That said, they're satisfied with ease of use, and speed. That being said, some complain that it doesn't come with a charger.

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375 customers mention295 positive80 negative

Customers like the quality of the video game console. They say it has the same great quality that they expect from Nintendo with nice big screen. They also say it's a solid piece of hardware and software engineering that deserves a second look. Customers also mention that the gaming system itself is fine, works perfectly, and the nub controller works well enough.

"...Like I said, the super-stable 3D made it worth the buy for me, and I would consider it the greatest selling point if you are considering upgrading...." Read more

"...Overall, this seems like a great, solidly built system, but I'm not sure it's really worth it to switch over now if you already have the old 3DS...." Read more

"...look great, while not as high resolution as you think, they work fine for 3DS games and also is a lot easier on the eyes than the 3Ds XL considering..." Read more

"...Super stable 3D: often, people who had the 3DS complained about it not having that much (by that I mean no) 3D when you look away...." Read more

116 customers mention106 positive10 negative

Customers find the value of the video game console to be great. They say it's worth the purchase, has plenty of affordable used games, and the 3D effect is worth the price. Customers also say that it'll be a great upgrade over the old version.

"Amazing product!..." Read more

"...that the new 3ds is MASSIVELY improved over the original and is definitely worth it. I would suggest it to anyone teetering on the fence...." Read more

"...said that there were scratches and dings all over it, but the price was right so I decided to go for it anyways...." Read more

"This system is absolutely worth the price. Make sure you're only paying retail and not more from the scalpers here...." Read more

105 customers mention90 positive15 negative

Customers like the 3D in the video game console. They say it's amazing, clear, and stable. They also say the new 3D is a huge improvement over the old version, and the viewing angles are better. Customers also say that the 3DS XL does an excellent job at keeping the 3d in focus by following your eye/head movement. Overall, customers are happy with the 3rd and touchscreen capabilities of the device.

"...With the super stable 3D, you can move all around and the 3D stays 3D and stable, which means now I can aim great using the 3D and no longer need to..." Read more

"...Better Camera: Easier to take pictures in low light situations because they look better!..." Read more

"...More on that in the next section, but in general better viewing angles, improved 3D, better button placement...." Read more

"...by the system auto adjusting to your position so the 3D effect is more clear and hurt your eyes less..." Read more

96 customers mention77 positive19 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the video game console. They mention that the little nub makes games easier to play, and the large screens make playing games more enjoyable. The system works well and has a lot of excellent games. It's easy to navigate the main menu, and young and old can enjoy the games.

"...The Nintendo system is just way more fun to play, and I can't describe it in any other way other than I don't get bored 15 minutes later like I did..." Read more

"...for standard controllers for other systems, which makes it easier to play some games that require you to rotate the screen such as Resident Evil..." Read more

"...its clear design problems, are for the most part responsive and easy to use...." Read more

"...The New XL looks crisp, mature, and approachable. The system is much faster, much cooler (with the second analog stick!)..." Read more

85 customers mention85 positive0 negative

Customers say the graphics of the video game console are decent enough. They also appreciate the beautiful lines and interesting colors.

"...Still, things don't look unplayably bad, just a bit pixelly and fuzzy at times...." Read more

"...not only has a new glossy, slim look but also has some really interesting colors to decide from such as red, gold, black and even combinations of..." Read more

"...12 battery time, not to mention that the games (and the system) look very beautiful...." Read more

"...It is incredibly sleek...." Read more

45 customers mention41 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the speed of the video game console. They mention that it is much faster, doesn't lag in games, and has a better processor. They also say that the games run smoothly and are highly responsive. Customers also appreciate the more processing power than the original 3DS, making it run like a champ.

"...The only other thing there is new about it is the faster processor...." Read more

"...As for other improvements, I've heard that the processor is better in this, but I haven't really experienced any faster load times..." Read more

"...but also has the processing power to play some Wii exclusive games like Xenoblade Chronicles...." Read more

"...The system is faster and smoother from a processing point of view as well. Games load very quickly and play even smoother...." Read more

47 customers mention15 positive32 negative

Customers are mixed about the buttons of the video game console. Some mention that the additional shoulder buttons and C-stick are nice, and offer additional game functions for certain games. However, others say that it came broken, damaged, and crashed shortly after purchase. Some customers also mention that it's flimsy and the screen is broken upon arrival.

"...But we know that the 3DS doesn't have very stable 3D, and the Wii U is (theoretically) the next Virtual Boy and/or Dreamcast..." Read more

"...Housing integrity is compromised when you open and close it..." Read more

"...The New 3DS also has the additional shoulder buttons like on the CP Pro...." Read more

"...The bottom screen is broken and won’t accept touch inputs, rendering over half of the use of the 3ds unusable...." Read more

154 customers mention8 positive146 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the charging capabilities of the video game console. They mention that it does not come with a charger or charging cord. Some customers also mention that the AC adapter is not included and that the charging port is stupid.

"...It doesn't come packaged with a charger, but a DSi/DSi XL or any 3DS charger will work for it, as long as the charger is light gray, so as long as..." Read more

"...Note:New 3ds doesn't come with a power adapter unless specifically said to by the seller...." Read more

"...The one thing I didn't expect is that the system(s) did not come with its own charger in the box...." Read more

"...The only 2 downfalls is that I found it ridiculous the charger was not included (I bought the charger bundle), how does Nintendo expect a person to..." Read more

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The best version of the system that I've found so far
The best version of the system that I've found so far, but you have to be careful with the model that you end up with. More on that later.In comparison, I have owned a 3DS, 3DS XL, two New 3DS XL's, and a New 3DS.Everything works seamlessly, little to no lag loading games as is typical for a cartridge-based system. The C-Stick is generally useless except for the few games that actually require it, not really a reason to upgrade for most people. I consider the change from SD to Micro-SD a big improvement in terms of availability of cheap upgrades, but you might be disappointed with the extra work going into unscrewing the back cover instead off just popping it in and out.Now, on to the pros and cons of the New 3DS XL versus the following:Original DS + DSXL: Night and day, no matter which model you end up with for the N3DSXL, it's a massive improvement unless you're worried about keeping the system small for travel. More on that in the next section, but in general better viewing angles, improved 3D, better button placement. One thing to note is that the stylus on the NXL is smaller than the XL's, which makes it slightly less comfortable to use.VS New 3DS - I recently purchased the Animal Crossing bundle to try out the New 3DS (non-XL). The XL has a more premium feel to it, and fits much better in my hands personally (5'11 male). The glossy finish is a fingerprint magnet and not quite as grippy as the standard N3DS, but less prone to hand cramps if you're an adult. The standard N3DS also feels more like a toy than a $200 console, just generally feels like a lot of corner cutting on the system itself. The smaller N3DS still feels better in the hand than the original, so props to Nintendo for just slightly increasing the size to fix that comfort level. Really, it's up to the way you hold the system in which you'd prefer, I highly suggest going to a GameStop and asking to hold one of each in your hand before making a purchase.Finally, N3DSXL vs N3DSXL. Yeah, a comparison between two models of the exact same offering. The first one I purchased from Target brand new in November of 2015 had a TN panel, or something similar. I ordered a second one from Amazon, same color, but it came with an IPS-like panel. For those of you not familiar with the difference, TN stands for twisted nematic, a cheaper technology used on lower-end LCD screens. It is also used on the original 3ds, xl, and the n3ds small version. The downside to this technology is that you have drastically reduced viewing angles, meaning it washes out when not viewed head-on and can distort the 3D effect more than the IPS model. The IPS screen is viewable from nearly any angle, and generally has a 'cooler' tone to it than the TN panel; an IPS tends to be more blue when the whites are visible, while the TN tends to be more yellow.Unfortunately there is no way to tell which type of panel you will receive before you open the box. There is a simple test to tell which type of screen you received for your top panel however; the bottom panel of the N3DS XL is ALWAYS a TN, there is no IPS version. View your 3DS from either the far left angle or the far right, and if both screens wash out equally, you have a TN model. If the bottom screen washes out while the text is still visible on the top panel, you have an IPS model. Your best bet is to play the lottery a few times via Amazon by returning for a replacement until you get the best screen, unless you don't mind settling for the TN (which renders the 3D tracking useless).Attached is a comparison photo that I hope will help in showing the difference between the screens of the 3DS XL, N3DS, N3DS XL TN, and N3DS XL IPS.
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