Do you think the 3DS is near the end of it's life?
>>331430684
Yup. It's been a fun ride.
>N3DS released last year, new Pokémon Red/Blue special editions
>Pokémon Metallica & San Francisco Symphony being released this year
Definitely not.
FOUR MORE YEARS
>>331430868
So it's just a Pokemon console?
>>331430969
Basically.
>>331430684
I dunno. It was released what? Almost 5 years ago? Then again, it's a pretty successful handheld that a lot of internet cynics neglect to give credit towards, so maybe it'll stick around for a few more years,
>>331430684
A bit unrelated but has anyone bought refurbished directly from Nintendo's online store?
I'm interested in buying the N3DS XL for $170, upgrading from the original 3DS I've had since Nov. 2011.
So far, my research shows it's mostly a very positive experience with the Wii U, in performance and cosmetic terms at least.
Anyone here have any bad experiences?
>>331430684
I'd guess somewhere between 1-2 years left.
>>331431426
I got my refurb N3DS fromFUCKINGGamestop and no problems whatsoever.
>>331431426
>Not saving $30 bucks for a new one
Anyways ShitStop has refurbished ones for $160
>>331431426
>>331431835
$140 if you really are a cheap bastard.
>>331431426
Refurbished is usually great.
The only flaw I've ever had was the led not working on a PSP.
>>331431816
Thanks anon, my mind's fucking with me and is convinced that refurbished directly from Nintendo would be a bit safer and higher quality. Gonna have to check out fucking Gamestop and see if they'll let me test it out.
>>331431835
>>331432053
My budget is a little limited as we speak, but I wouldn't mind paying the $170, but DAMN those are good suggestions. Thanks!
>>331432085
I've had good refurbished experiences withApplebut I've always wondered with Nintendo or Gamestop. My mind says directly from Nintendo/factory would be best quality, but I'm so fucking picky.
>>331432873
Don't feel bad, anon. I live in the bean fields.
Mine costed $260 new. Shit's tough over this side of the river.
>>331432873
The funny thing about fucking Gamestop's refurb is that it comes with a charger and a new one out of the box doesn't come with one.
>>331433114
$260? Fucking hell. Enjoy it ti the fullest, anon.
I really want to get the standard size N3DS because I've got average sized hands and don't know if the XL will be uncomfortable to use.
Knowing Nintendo, if I buy the N3DS XL right now, they'll finally release a standalone regular sized N3DS shortly after E3.
Thanks for the input everyone.
>>331430684
>Pokemon comes out in fall
no
>>331433668
$260, they were kind enough to give me a 10% discount, I bought it at a department store.
Our main Game Store here is selling them for about $330. It's fucking bullshit. Pic related.The XL Is no problem for average hands unless you're into playing RPGs with one hand
>>331433965
That's insane. Fuck them.
Gonna take the plunge and get it then, but first gotta check them out on Gamestop and see if they're in good shape, if not, Nintendo refurb it is. Thanks!
>>331433965
Dude, you don't even have it that bad.
The N3DS pokemon bundle is 466 dollars here.
Fucking socialism.
5 years is acceptable for a handheld system.
I would be 100% OK with Nintendo announcing a new system at E3.
I still think NX is a console handheld hybrid.
>>331435159
Iwata specifically said it wasn't.
It's a new kind of handheld, we just don't know what the new gimmick is.
>>331434956
Good luck mane
>>331435142
What's funny is that the stand alone XL here is $330 and the Pokémon Bundle at BestBuy is $290.
That's how retarded prices are in Mexico.
>>331430684
u mean vita.
>>331430684
dunno, hopefully they release a couple of games in 2017
>>331430684
did you mean: vita
>>331430684
>it has working CFW
Probably.
>>331436012
The Vita is going to live longer though.
>>331436292
"Live" longer.
You mean linger longer right?
Yes, the stinking corpse of the Vita will continue to get niche literally who weeb titles for another few years.
