Romeo 6,271 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Nintendo announced the 2DS today, a new entry-level handheld system. The 2DS will be available for $129.99 on October 12th (the same day as Pokemon X and Y) and features a slate-like design rather than the clamshell seen on DS and 3DS models. The 2DS is fully compatible with all 3DS and DS games but does not include the ability to display games in 3D. It still features all the functionality of 3DS (WiFi, local multiplayer, etc.) and can be put to sleep using a slider that replicates closing the clamshell on a standard 3DS. WiFi can still be turned off, though it’s done via controls in the software rather than with a physical switch. “Imagine a standard 3DS laid all the way flat, and with the depth slider all the way down,†Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime explained to IGN. “Everything else is there in the system.†The 2DS will launch in red and blue models to start and will be sold alongside the standard 3DS (still available for $169.99) and 3DS XL ($199.99). It will include a 4GB SD card and uses the same power source as 3DS and DSi. It also includes two cameras on the back side, so AR games still function and players can still take 3D photos -- they simply can’t be displayed on the 2DS, but are still viewable in full 3D if transferred to 3DS. The 2DS only includes one speaker, which plays mono sound, but features full stereo via its headphone jack. According to Fils-Aime, the idea for the 2DS came from wanting to appeal to younger consumers, as the standard 3DS is aimed at players age seven and up. “We’re always thinking about what we can do that’s new, unique, different, and brings more people into this category that we love,†Fils-Aime said. “And so with the Nintendo 3DS, we were clear to parents that, ‘hey, we recommend that your children be seven and older to utilize this device.’ So clearly that creates an opportunity for five-year-olds, six-year-olds, that first-time handheld gaming consumer." "We’ve always been thinking about, 'how do we approach that as one target?'" he continued. "And that certainly helped spur the idea of the Nintendo 2DS. Let’s have the consumer have access to all of these great games – Mario Kart 7, Animal Crossing – but do it in a 2D capability with a device that has a dramatically lower price point. That’s just an example of how we’re always thinking about, ‘how do we get more people playing games? How do we get more people playing Nintendo games?’†Source: http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/08/28/nintendo-announces-2ds?utm_campaign=ign+main+twitter&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social So it's basically a weird looking, cheaper 3DS that can't go 3D. Tbh I don't care much for 3D, so the fact that it's cheaper and i was planning on getting a 3DS anyway does appeal to me. But the design is edit: Size comparison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimchi 19,921 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 It's a WiiU game pad with 2 screens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevie Wonder's Anus 73 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 When I watched the video I thought it was a joke lol. Well this is good for people that don't care about 3D or want to save $ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mochichan 12,341 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Ew wtf I already spend money on the 3DS If I knew they would come out with a cheaper ver I would get this instead. I never use the 3D function anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abra 40,910 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 If only it looked better and could fold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinkwall 89 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 the should have stopped after the dsi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hyoyeon 514 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 seems like it'd be really awkward to use tbh -_- but honestly it's just a 3Ds without the 3D, i mean whats the point when you can turn down the 3D option anyway? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crack 463 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I don't have the 3DS yet (I desperately want to play ACNL) and was planning to get one so I was excited to see this.. And then I was disappointed. It looks like crap. -_- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wiz109 1,532 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 ew it looks ugly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midnight 643 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Looks awkward to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nev Schulman 7,948 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 It's ugly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romeo 6,271 Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 seems like it'd be really awkward to use tbh -_- but honestly it's just a 3Ds without the 3D, i mean whats the point when you can turn down the 3D option anyway? It's a good $40/$70 cheaper but its so ugly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sun☼Shine 4,273 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Nintendo announced the 2DS today, a new entry-level handheld system. The 2DS will be available for $129.99 on October 12th (the same day as Pokemon X and Y) and features a slate-like design rather than the clamshell seen on DS and 3DS models. The 2DS is fully compatible with all 3DS and DS games but does not include the ability to display games in 3D. It still features all the functionality of 3DS (WiFi, local multiplayer, etc.) and can be put to sleep using a slider that replicates closing the clamshell on a standard 3DS. WiFi can still be turned off, though it’s done via controls in the software rather than with a physical switch. “Imagine a standard 3DS laid all the way flat, and with the depth slider all the way down,†Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime explained to IGN. “Everything else is there in the system.†The 2DS will launch in red and blue models to start and will be sold alongside the standard 3DS (still available for $169.99) and 3DS XL ($199.99). It will include a 4GB SD card and uses the same power source as 3DS and DSi. It also includes two cameras on the back side, so AR games still function and players can still take 3D photos -- they simply can’t be displayed on the 2DS, but are still viewable in full 3D if transferred to 3DS. The 2DS only includes one speaker, which plays mono sound, but features full stereo via its headphone jack. According to Fils-Aime, the idea for the 2DS came from wanting to appeal to younger consumers, as the standard 3DS is aimed at players age seven and up. “We’re always thinking about what we can do that’s new, unique, different, and brings more people into this category that we love,†Fils-Aime said. “And so with the Nintendo 3DS, we were clear to parents that, ‘hey, we recommend that your children be seven and older to utilize this device.’ So clearly that creates an opportunity for five-year-olds, six-year-olds, that first-time handheld gaming consumer." "We’ve always been thinking about, 'how do we approach that as one target?'" he continued. "And that certainly helped spur the idea of the Nintendo 2DS. Let’s have the consumer have access to all of these great games – Mario Kart 7, Animal Crossing – but do it in a 2D capability with a device that has a dramatically lower price point. That’s just an example of how we’re always thinking about, ‘how do we get more people playing games? How do we get more people playing Nintendo games?’†Source: http://www.ign.com/articles/2013/08/28/nintendo-announces-2ds?utm_campaign=ign+main+twitter&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social So it's basically a weird looking, cheaper 3DS that can't go 3D. Tbh I don't care much for 3D, so the fact that it's cheaper and i was planning on getting a 3DS anyway does appeal to me. But the design is I'm planning to get a 3DS this black friday and would be really interested in this....... IF IT DIDN'T LOOK SO UGLY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akihabalove 590 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I really don't get why it doesn't fold.. but it's a nice idea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perfect Chaos 300 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 i don't have a 3ds yet, so i would get this, but it looks like it'd be the size of an ipad mini so no thanks lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akihabalove 590 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Is it so that Nintendo don't have to keep on mentioning Parental Controls when they know that parents will never use them ¬.¬ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mangopie 433 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 The design is clearly for kids.. If I'm a parent i'll buy this for my kid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midnight 643 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 It looks so hard to put in your pocket/bag/whatever Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsa 1,139 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I've already got two 3DS (well half of the LEDs on one are broken) so I'm not planning on getting this, but it's kind of neat.... I hate the design, though. If I were a parent I'd rather go out and buy this than a full-fledged 3DS for my kid. edit: also ew only two colors. Why is it the international released of nintendo handhelds are so limited with the color selection Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChYkN 743 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Looks really ugly, and from the picture it looks like the screens are even smaller than the regular 3DS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
North and South 4,680 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 the main reason for the DS' popularity with kids anyways , was how portable it was. Take away the folding design, and you've basically got a slab of plastic. Nintendo needs to shake up their releases, or not bother releasing half hearted attempts like this anyways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridesy 1,274 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I don't use the 3D function on my 3DS anyway but I'd pay the extra money for a 3DS and the folding feature than this junk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelJackson 126 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 How can you properly use the touch screen, if it isn't at a slight angle? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midnight 643 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 How can you properly use the touch screen, if it isn't at a slight angle? ikr... it's not like we have 3 hands that we could use... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
based satan 64 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 the design looks tacky.. i don't really get how can you hold that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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