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« on: June 21, 2012, 11:28:25 PM »
Well, we knew it was coming. The 3DS XL was just announced via Nintendo Direct, and is releasing in August alongside New Super Mario Bros. 2. At $200 with a 90% larger 3D screen and longer battery life than the original, it seems like a real winner. I know if I hadn't gotten a great deal on mine recently, I would have been waiting on this.

It does bring up several questions for me though. Will there be a Circle Pad Pro released that fits it? If you already own a 3DS, can you transfer your purchases, Miis, etc. to an XL easily?

So what does everyone think?
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« Reply #1 on: June 21, 2012, 11:30:23 PM »
If I didnt have one this would be the one I'd get. Dont see a reason to upgrade from the original model though.
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« Reply #2 on: June 22, 2012, 09:25:58 AM »
Quote from: Crabmaster2000 on June 21, 2012, 11:30:23 PM
If I didnt have one this would be the one I'd get. Dont see a reason to upgrade from the original model though.

This.

While I'm definitely interested in this, I won't be buying it soon.  I love the DSi XL, but the lack of the second analogue stick on the 3DS XL is probably the biggest dealbreaker for me.
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« Reply #3 on: June 22, 2012, 09:32:15 AM »
This is why I passed on the 3DS, I knew they'd release a better version before too long.
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« Reply #4 on: June 22, 2012, 09:55:19 AM »
Damn you, Nintendo grrr
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« Reply #5 on: June 22, 2012, 10:03:30 AM »
I'm still perplexed that they didn't integrate the second circle pad permanently. I would have happily paid another $25 or so to have that as part of the package. Oh well, back to Vita.
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« Reply #6 on: June 22, 2012, 03:38:43 PM »
You can transfer content Duke. My buddy transferred his ambassador ticket to his zelda edition.
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« Reply #7 on: June 22, 2012, 03:40:04 PM »
How does it work a_hub10? Do you have to contact Nintendo?

Edit: Nevermind, I found it in the settings area.
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« Reply #8 on: June 22, 2012, 03:47:27 PM »
You just use the system transfer tool in the settings menu. "Other settings" Page 3.
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« Reply #9 on: June 22, 2012, 04:41:55 PM »
lolno
Still can't believe this is real. It looks more like a DSi than a 3DS. At least start and select are actual buttons now, but the rest of the system looks "cheap" compared to the 3DS.
Can't wait for confused consumers getting a "Circle pad pro XL" for their regular 3DS. 
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« Reply #10 on: June 26, 2012, 04:25:19 PM »
I'm waiting for the definitive model, the 3DSi XL Lite, which will be announced this time next year.
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« Reply #11 on: June 26, 2012, 08:16:03 PM »
the nintendo facebook page was full of rage over 3DS XL because they were acting like this is a new gimic nintendo is doing. i see a little of the same complaints in here but not nearly as bad, people here usually know what they're talking about. i think what most people forget is that nintendo has always done this with handhelds. gameboy pocket anyone?

i agree with the rage over lack of second joystick though, that's the only thing they dropped the ball on imo.
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« Reply #12 on: June 26, 2012, 09:39:15 PM »
Quote from: techwizard on June 26, 2012, 08:16:03 PM
i agree with the rage over lack of second joystick though, that's the only thing they dropped the ball on imo.

Why not ask Sirgin if it'll be incorporated into the "definitive" 3DSi XL Lite that'll supposedly be comin' out next year...  Tongue
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« Reply #13 on: June 27, 2012, 12:47:46 PM »
Quote from: Zagnorch on June 26, 2012, 09:39:15 PM
Quote from: techwizard on June 26, 2012, 08:16:03 PM
i agree with the rage over lack of second joystick though, that's the only thing they dropped the ball on imo.

Why not ask Sirgin if it'll be incorporated into the "definitive" 3DSi XL Lite that'll supposedly be comin' out next year...  Tongue

UPDATE: My sources have just confirmed the definitive model coming out next year will be named the "3DS XL U".

3DS XL U Features:

  • Second analog stick built in (same layout as Wii U GamePad)
  • Higher gamut contrast retina LED backlit displays
  • Bluetooth, WiFi 802.11b/g/n, Infrared
  • Use your 3DS XL U as a second Wii U controller!
  • promo campaign slogans: "U asked for it, U get it!" and "Unlike anything U've seen before!"
  • RRP: $199.99
  • Release: Q4 2013
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« Reply #14 on: June 27, 2012, 01:39:25 PM »
Quote from: Sirgin on June 27, 2012, 12:47:46 PM
Quote from: Zagnorch on June 26, 2012, 09:39:15 PM
Quote from: techwizard on June 26, 2012, 08:16:03 PM
i agree with the rage over lack of second joystick though, that's the only thing they dropped the ball on imo.

Why not ask Sirgin if it'll be incorporated into the "definitive" 3DSi XL Lite that'll supposedly be comin' out next year...  Tongue

UPDATE: My sources have just confirmed the definitive model coming out next year will be named the "3DS XL U".

3DS XL U Features:

  • Second analog stick built in (same layout as Wii U GamePad)
  • Higher gamut contrast retina LED backlit displays
  • Bluetooth, WiFi 802.11b/g/n, Infrared
  • Use your 3DS XL U as a second Wii U controller!
  • promo campaign slogans: "U asked for it, U get it!" and "Unlike anything U've seen before!"
  • RRP: $199.99
  • Release: Q4 2013


What? No extra stylus?!  Angry
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