Nintendo announces the 2DS

[jagerstaffel]

So I've just read that comparison chart, if this is aimed at kids, it's a little heavier than the original 3DS...

Now there's one other thing I think is weird, probably for lack of detail. Battery life is 3.5-5.5 hours? I thought the 3 hour battery life is for full 3D gaming, but since this has no 3D, minimum battery life should have been better. Probably because of that one giant screen.

 

[Vengenceonu]

Best Explanation of the 2DS Ever!

 

[ComeTurismO]

Even though I'm against this;
Not only it can be good for children, it's good for adults, too. When the 3DS first released, people returned their's since it gave them seizures and headaches, adults, also. But yes, it's ugly and not necessary. Just turn your 3D slider to the OFF mode, and you're fine..
:facepalm: Nintendo.. :facepalm: ...

 

[Sychophantom]

I can't be bothered to read 19 pages, but I'm kind of amused by this. It's a Nintendo version of the PSP e1000.

I'll buy one for because I own one (at least) of every iteration of Nintendo Handhelds. Doubt I'll play it often.

 

[AngryGeek416]

Hey, games support it. That fact alone is that some people like it. But with this 2DS, it doesn't look possible. Sure to you you may be able to play with only 1 sliderpad, but that's your bleeding opinion and it's all about you, you don't speak for everyone.

Of course Nintendo can do something funny and make a side attachment for the 2DS, while making it compatible with the WiiU like a WiiU gamepad

It's not my opinion, it's fact Nintendo doesn't make 3DS games that require an additional analog stick; the circle pad pro was made to make those "bleeding" complainers happy. Seriously if you want a second analog SO bad for some reason go grab a Vita.

 

[RedCoreZero]

 

[iHavezMyBirdo]

Well, no bumps to scratch the top screen, no hinges to break, 2D-only screen makes it cheaper to make and cheaper to sell. Doesn't look that bad.
Plus no one is being forced to buy this if they don't want to. Big deal.

 

[UltraMew]

The best f*cking joke ever. OH WAIT-

I might get one! Nah, I'll get a 3DS XL.

 

[KidIce]

Wait, you're gearing this at 5-6 year old kids and you have that horrible stick/button layout?!? It already looks difficult to use the slider and the triggers w/ adult hands, but you'd need to have freakin' sasquatch hands to use the triggers and the d-pad at the same time. WTF?!? Seriously!!!

It's bigger than a normal 3DS or 3DSXL (when closed), so now it it's a less portable system that BEGS to be taken out (Street Pass, Play Coins, etc) that you want a kindergartner to lug around?!? Reminds me of those stupid huge ass pencils they tried to make me write w/ back then. "I have tiny 5 year old hands, why the hell would making me use a pencil as thick as my wrist seem like a good idea? And you wonder why my penmanship blows?!?"

And you eliminated the 3D effect? Great... All the 3DS shovelware just got a lot cheaper to make and your still going to charge full pop for it. Fuck you.

I wish I had more middle fingers to give this thing the salute it truly deserves.

 

[GamerzHell9137]

Interesting how "Metroid Prime: Hunters" is one of the better games on the DS which has no analog stick.


I played the full version and it's awkward to say the least.

At the beginning yeah but u get used to it.
Finished the game without the circle pro pad.

 

[Densetsu]

Spoiler: Dear Nintendo:

It does not print money.

 

[Walker D]

Nintendo should take action on making their hardware designers stop using cocaine and marihuana ...since Iwata already stated that he don't want to fire too much employees..

 

[JulietStMoon]

"Making yearly upgrades is so mainstream. Let's make a downgrade instead." #HipsterNintendo

In all seriousness though, I think this a great idea from a marketing standpoint, for a bunch of reasons. I don't intend to get one though (except maybe as a collectors' item when the 3DS lifespan is finished).

 

[relminator]

While I like the price, the buttons look ill-placed.

 

[Jerret Douglass]

I said "I don't like it". You trying to change my opinion of it is pointless. If you like it, that's fine, I couldn't care less. Have a nice day, and try not to hurt yourself.

Not trying to change your opinion but you contradict yourself too much. You're the only person here blowing up like this is a big deal.

 

[RchUncleSkeleton]

No clamshell? Check. No 3D? Check. Huge bulky piece of shit? Check. Priced only $30-$40 less than a standard 3DS? Checkaroo.

If Nintendo wasn't doomed before they certainly will be when they release this horrible mess.

 

[mysticwaterfall]

I know I'm probably in the minority, but I always play with 3d on max and love when the games have impressive 3d. Certanily not a requirement (NSMB2, etc come to mind) but I do like the extra wow factor if its done right. I hope this doesn't encourage people to just stop using 3d.

I almost feel sorry for the massive confusion the retail people will have to deal with.

 

[Snailface]

Don't know why people are saying it's geared towards children... Pretty sure I saw more adults than kids playing it in the ad...

Nintendo themselves have said its targeted for the kiddos.

"This device allows us to get to that five or six-year-old demographic," Fils-Aime said
...
"We expect consumers to use it just the way they use a current 3DS," Fils-Aime said. "And, really, from a target standpoint, this is designed for that entry-level gamer. For a family of four with two kids, when you're looking at spending either $169.99 or $199.99 for two this holiday, now you've got a more affordable choice with Nintendo 2DS."

One nice thing about this system, looking away from its ... looks for a moment, is that no longer will there be color differences between the two screens since they're actually a single screen now.

Disappointed with the low battery-life and lack of portability however. Still will be getting one -- got that Nintendo hoarding disease.

 

[Luigi2012SM64DS]

Yeah I'm pretty sure Mario Kart's opening animations will look great with those borders. And what? Is the clamshell design a choking hazard now?

 

[JulietStMoon]

Yeah I'm pretty sure Mario Kart's opening animations will look great with those borders. And what? Is the clamshell design a choking hazard now?

What borders?

And I think the reason for no clamshell is three-fold. First, it allows for that tablet-like appearance that'll be appealing to parents and casuals. Second, since it's designed with younger kids in mind, there's no chance of broken hinges due to their carelessness. And third, it allows to cut costs, since it allows Nintendo to use a single screen for both screens (what a weird thing to say), which they've stated does make things cheaper.