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Should you buy a 3DS or not?

Yes, definitely!
244
54.22%
Maybe
60
13.33%
Nope
71
15.78%
Later
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16.67%
Total votes: 450
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Soaprman
I guess they'll probably be like that in the NA version too. I'm kind of glad they did it just because of all the internet arguments that spawned from it.
gift1992
and best thing is, you can choose between english and japanese voices.
also, i can say that only for the europen version, the game comes in english,german,french,spanish,italian and japanese texts.
NaomiMinette
Hooray, I don't have to listen to horrible dubbing \o/

Jokes aside, does the game have a lot of variety in it? Like I know the demo doesn't show all the classes and stuff, but the battle system gets really bland after a while.
Tsukimi Luna
Screw censorship.....

Looking really forward to it tho

Still playing fire emblem and loving it
And i see Henry
gift1992
hm i'm playing on normal difficulty and to be hones, yes the fights getting bland after a while then you know how to fight you cen win mostly in the first round, and the boss fights are not really challenging, mybe i'm just leveling too much, oh and you unlock the classes through the game, so you will not have all available at the begining, but it maks fun to experiment with different combinations. and i like the characters.
oiiopo
I just got Bravely Default recently and I'm playing through on hard difficulty. I guess if the random battles get tiresome you can just turn them off, but so far the enemies have proven to be a good challenge. I'm loving the boss fights though! There hasn't been one where I didn't get wiped out yet, but I could win just by analysing the boss's behaviour and adjusting my party to compensate. I've never played an RPG which was this strategic before :)
NaomiMinette
Attention all Kirby fans: for those who watched (and liked/loved) Kirby: Right Back at Ya!, Nintendo Video is showing a mini special. The first part is out now but probably won't be around for long, so watch it while you can!

(I have no idea if this is only airing at specific regions or not, so please don't ask me!)
[ Dalliance ]
The Bravely Default demo is amazing. I should probably go watch the Kirby video as soon as I can
Critical Dude

Articeo wrote:

The Bravely Default demo is amazing.
Just hearing that reminds me of how I keep telling myself that I'll try the demo but in the end I always delay it or some other topic gets in the way ._.
Tsukimi Luna
I'm in love with Fire Emblem..... I wish i had more friends playing this game with me
Mango
Pokemans X and Y was the whole reason I bought a 3DS. Don't use it much anymore cept for time to time Animal Crossing NL.
NaomiMinette
Figured I should post this here.

The latest Etrian Odyssey game is now going for half off in the eShop. I don't know which regions have this sale, though.
Tsukimi Luna


Wooohooo Finally
I beat the 5 star map and got my limit breaker <3

Limit breakeeeeeeeeeeeeer
I can attempt apotheises soooooon
NaomiMinette
Not sure if anyone would get it, but there will be a Yoshi's New Island bundle that will have a... well... Yoshi's New Island-themed 3DS XL preinstalled with the game. Both the bundle and the game will come out on March 14 for North America and Europe, March 15 for Australia, and sometime during summer for Japan.

Also, for those who don't have a 3DS/3DS XL/2DS yet, now might be a good time to get one, at least starting March. I think it's limited to North American residents, though.
deadbeat
i'm just gonna give this a small bump. got the new Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright game. it's really good. you should all get it!
NaomiMinette
Except I've never played either series... (YES, I KNOW I'M MISSING OUT, BUT I CAN'T BE BOTHERED TO RIGHT NOW >_>)

So uhh... without going into too much detail, is anyone getting Conception II: Children of the Seven Stars (3DS or Vita) other than me? Just wanted to see if it's worth creating another thread for it or not.
Quaraezha

Blazevoir wrote:

Except I've never played either series... (YES, I KNOW I'M MISSING OUT, BUT I CAN'T BE BOTHERED TO RIGHT NOW >_>)

So uhh... without going into too much detail, is anyone getting Conception II: Children of the Seven Stars (3DS or Vita) other than me? Just wanted to see if it's worth creating another thread for it or not.
Currently downloading the Demo for the Vita version
Heard a lot about it and the Demo already offers a lot of content.
It has this "Classmating" feature, which should be self-explanatory. :^)

The sequel is not related to the first game story-wise anyway so don't worry about getting the first Conception if you're worried about that.
NaomiMinette
Yeah, I read about that on its wiki. Still a shame the first game never got localized, though :(

Meanwhile, this is some really interesting news.
desudesud
So. Bravely Default. Pretty much best JRPG I've ever played.


sits in corner with nobody to streetpass on BD
Jinxy
I tried the demo for Conception. It's quite good in giving a preview for the important functions, but so many silly innuendos jeez

The combat's not really my thing, and I don't like buying too many game at one go, so I'll forgo it for Layton v.s. Wright
NaomiMinette
Oops... I forgot to mention: if you save after you beat the Conception II demo, you get bonuses that get transferred to the full game. I think they differ depending on which system you get it on, though.
Azure_Kite
It's getting an R18+ Rating here. Is it really that bad/full of innuendo?
NaomiMinette
That's why I said "without going into too much detail" on one of my previous posts. Granted, the demo didn't actually show anything, still...
Ciunek
Isn't Australia pretty strict in their gamechoice though? I still remember stuff like GTA not being available there and wiki lists crapload of other games, too.
Quaraezha
I got to play a bit of the Conception II Demo

The Classmating feature in the game is hilarious.
Classmating
The way it works is that males with high "Ether" classmate with females with high "Star Energy"
The females make a "Star Womb" in which "Star Children" are born
You can then make a team of three Star Children to fight with you in battles.

Now you happen to be a gifted male with an absurdly high ether count
So pretty much all the girls you interact with have the highest Star Energies.
NaomiMinette
You forgot to mention
It's 3 teams of 3 Star Children, and depending on who is paired with who, you can unleash team attacks.
Synchrostar

xVirtualNinjax wrote:

So. Bravely Default. Pretty much best JRPG I've ever played.


sits in corner with nobody to streetpass on BD
then you wireless with me~
bmin11
Sorry for the bump. Thought this thread would be the best to ask for.

I'm thinking of buying a 3DS, but through eBay. Do you guys recommend this? What are the risks and a follow up procedures on said risks? This is my first time trying out eBay, so I'm clueless here.
Azure_Kite
So, is everybody looking forward to the new 3DS?

Features include more powerful hardware, a second (smaller) circle pad for the right hand and ZL and ZR trigger buttons. Did I mention that Xenoblade has been announced as an exclusive for this new iteration?


http://www.siliconera.com/2014/08/29/xe ... tendo-3ds/

Personally, I'm of two minds in regards to this. Firstly: HELL FUCKING YEAH! PORTABLE XENOBLADE!!!!

Then in the second I'm like: This is exclusive to another device that is being marketed as literally "New 3DS". That's not going to be confusing for consumers or anything.

This also means we could potentially be seeing a dilution of game releases over time for the original 3DS, as developers upscale their games to the new tech. Of course, this may be managed similar to the DSi era of portables, but at present it's sounding more like the transition from Game Boy to Game Boy Color.

Thoughts?
bmin11
Welp, what a timing. A new 3DS announced just as I made a bid on eBay. This really fucked me over. Those new features are big enough to make older models obsolete. It can't be compared to DS -> DSi era. It will literally make a difference in playable games.
Azure_Kite
That's what I'm fearing, myself.

It's already happening, considering Xenoblade. Hoping there will at least be some sort of trade-in system so that we can get the upgrade with a decent discount.
BrokenArrow
It's probably not gonna come out before 2015 though (except in Japan of course). My wallet will be ready. I currently only own a NDS Lite so that'll be the appropiate time to upgrade.
bmin11
Adding on to your point, exclusive game releases could still take a while. I guess I shouldn't grief on myself too much and just wait how things turn out. Hell, I didn't even buy a 3DS until today. I'm the least deserving person to be upset about it lol
Jindujun93
Nintendo did not learn a thing from the naming disaster that was the Wii U, did they?
Pretty disappointed that it'll make a significant difference in the games I'll be able to play, especially seeing how my 3DS is actually still looking as good as new, even though I've had that one ever since the very beginning and used it a LOT. If it's be close to breaking down I'd consider buying the new model, but well...
Trash Boat
^ such pessimism. Let's just give them the chance, pls?
Jindujun93
Eh, I don't know about it. There are a couple of decisions that haven't given me too much hope for Nintendo in the last few years, and overall I think it's better not to get my hopes up on that. The 3DS needed way too long to actually have an acceptable library, we all know what the Wii U disaster led to, I'm not really fond of the way they manage the E-shop, and at least for me it looks like this new model will be something I won't really be comfortable with. I just can't throw money out of the window after all.
Azure_Kite

Trash Boat wrote:

^ such pessimism. Let's just give them the chance, pls?
That's what I am doing by being somewhat excited with the upcoming game.

It's not pessimism criticising their choice of naming convention, though. New 3DS is a rather vague and dickish move to consumers when you consider that already one game is exclusive and won't work on other models. Clueless mothers and fathers everywhere will be complaining about this if it's not heavily marked somewhere, you just wait.
mm201
Making n3DS-exclusive games sounds like a marketing disaster. It's way too early into the generation to do this without confusing or angering the customers. It really needs to be handled like DSi with almost no exclusive games.
bmin11
My bid got cancled phew!
Azure_Kite
Dodged a bullet there.

I'm hoping when the n3DS comes out the store I upgrade at will let me transfer my stuff over. Then again, now that 3DS' are linked to the NID Network, should it really matter all that much?


EDIT: Japanese preview showcase is available. Skylanders style object importation/Amiibo, Hardware Skin support? Lol
NaomiMinette
*hopes MH4U bundle will use the new 3DS* Never mind. I think it was confirmed already \o/
Critical Dude
I've never thought that I could feel both happy and ticked off at the same time.
Nintendo - "Toying with emotions every year."
DestinySonata
Ugh. I really hope there are no exclusives for the n3DS.
Azure_Kite

DestinySonata wrote:

Ugh. I really hope there are no exclusives for the n3DS.
There more than likely will be considering having a faster CPU enables so much more, performance and quality-wise. We're already seeing Xenoblade being an n3DS "Exclusive". A CPU upgrade would be rather pointless if Nintendo were to expect developers to cater to the old hardware specs as well. Then again, I guess we saw different clock speeds for the PSP over on the Sony side of things. I guess we'll have to wait and see.
DestinySonata
Can't they just do things like putting an HD game for the n3DS and having a normal definition for the 3DS instead of exclusive games ;w;
mm201
They didn't bump the screen res so it's still 240p :cry:
They could provide more AA or 60fps to the n3DS.
Azure_Kite
Just imagine how smooth the Pokemon X/Y horde battles should be.

Mmmmmmm....

Unless of course, it's a graphics bottleneck, in which case Nintendy haven't said anything about that being upgraded.
Gumpy
No because you can play Pokemon and Ocarina of Time on your Computer.
Azure_Kite

Gumpyyy wrote:

No because you can play Pokemon and Ocarina of Time on your Computer.
I may have missed something but what does that have to do with anything? are you replying to the poll?
Gumpy

Azure_Kite wrote:

Gumpyyy wrote:

No because you can play Pokemon and Ocarina of Time on your Computer.
I may have missed something but what does that have to do with anything? are you replying to the poll?
Yes I am.
NaomiMinette
For Australia and New Zealand people:

http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2014/0 ... t_november

Kwinii_old
I JUST WISH THIS STUPID 3DS DIDN'T HAVE THAT FUCKIN REGION LOCK GODDAMN THAT FUCKIN IWATA
Azure_Kite
So it seems in Japan KPP is the face of the New 3DS.

NaomiMinette
Saw that earlier. Have ALL my wat /deja vu
Azure_Kite
Top Hat Link is fucking awesome though. Would buy Smash Bros. DLC costumes.
Jinxy
Finally got Layton vs Wright.

Game became real dark real fast, but so many new toys to play with in the courtroom~ Only problem is the whole "irrational witness" thing due the very nature of witch trials, so some parts did need some hand holding to get though

Haven't played a Layton game in ages too, so the soundtrack has been extra awesome especially when themes merge
NaomiMinette
Just in case you weren't sure about getting a particular launch theme in the recent update:

Themes:


Music from themes:


For the second video, go to these times to hear the corresponding music:

0:01 - Ground Theme from Super Mario Bros. (NES Jumping Mario Theme)
1:28 - Elegance (Hanafuda Theme)
4:11 - Secret Course from Super Mario Sunshine (Stamped Felt and Branded Wood Themes)
6:55 - Chill Time (Chess Board, Stripes and Polka Dots Black & White Themes)
9:54 - Hyrule Main Theme (The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds Theme)
13:00 - Summer Time (Polka Dots Gold & White Theme)
16:04 - Toad House from Super Mario 3D Land (Mighty Mushrooms Theme)
17:58 - Happy Time (Stars Black & Gold Theme)
21:48 - Rainbow Run from Super Mario 3D World (Completely Mario, Luigi, Yoshi and Peach Themes)

EDIT: We now get a pink dot notification whenever new Themes come out.

EDIT 2: We can now gift eShop games to others! (Please keep in mind you need a credit/debit card to be able to do so, though.)
AgrarianSkyX
I personally say, don't get the 3DS, get the 2DS! The 2DS is cheaper because it does have 3D (which I never use because it is very difficult to use), and it is a tonne more durable because it doesn't have hinges! I have a 3DS but I am very favorable over the 2DS.
NaomiMinette
NotEvenDoomMusic

Blazevoir wrote:

Speaking of which: http://nintendoeverything.com/walmart-w ... ovember-3/
I have no idea if the topic about refurbished (officially from Nintendo) units has been tackled on this topic but i'll throw this in eitherways.
They're always at an all-time low price and there's tons of positive testimonials about how the refurbished ones are almost identical to a brand new unit with almost no visible flaws (very minor scratches and dents).

You can only order those in the US and Canada though, i have no idea why but i'll just toss this in:
Nintedo 2DS - 80$
Nintedo 3DS - 95$
Nintedo 3DS XL - 135$
Wii U Deluxe with Nintendo Land Bundle - 200$

Sometimes they even have special edition units in their storehouse, they cost as little as 5-15 bucks more.


Also, since i've been absent for such a long time i don't know if this again, has been tackled in either of the topics surrounding Nintendo:
Here's some good news for all Europeans

Nintendo of Europe has a promotion going if you're registering a 3DS or 2DS handheld with Super Smash Brothers 3DS or Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire you can get those games as a free download:

  • Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate
    The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds
    Yoshi's New Island
    Kirby: Triple Deluxe
    Mario Golf: World Tour
    Mario Party: Island Tour
    Pokémon Art Academy
It's eligable until the 12th of January 2015.
Also this promotion is running in those countries:
United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, Austria, France, Spain, Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands, Portugal, Switzerland, South Africa, or Russia.


Live in those parts of the world and wanna grab a free (good) game?
Tell your friends!
Trash Boat
The Legend Of Zelda: Majora's Mask will be released on 3DS(I'm surprised that nobody announced it before)
NaomiMinette
Don't really care for it. The Wii U side of today's Nintendo Direct interested me way more.

Full recap:

BrokenArrow
I wanna buy a 3DS but I feel like this is the worst time to get one since the new model will be available soon
Also I'm not a fan of Nintendo's region lock policy they've been using over the past years which is why I never really got in touch with their products
NaomiMinette
BrokenArrow
Thought so.
-Anime-_old_1
im buying a 3ds for x-mas cant wait!!!
blackenanan
There's a free sonic boom theme in the theme shop now...
Syndfell
I bought my 3ds for Fire Emblem Awakening, and plan on buying the new model later on for Xenoblade remake~ But i really enjoy using mine~
NotEvenDoomMusic

_sparky_ wrote:

There's a free sonic boom theme in the theme shop now...
Just checked on my 3DS if that was true.
Apparently Nintendo of Europe (or exclusively Germany, dunno) doesn't have that theme in stock yet or they took it down a few minutes later like every other theme that they want to put up for sale later on (maybe testing if the item is listed at the theme shop)
Usually they put the themes up for 0.00$ everytime they want to release that theme in the shop but you can't actually purchase/download them as Nintendo still hasn't set a price for them yet.

If they were free however, it would be a funny promotional thing from Sega to push sales.
NaomiMinette
Well considering they permanently lowered the price for both versions of Sonic Lost World to $30, I wouldn't be surprised if the free theme really was part of a promo.

EDIT: Just in case you ever get bored browsing on your new3DS/new3DS XL: http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2014/12/theres_an_awesome_retro_easter_egg_hiding_in_the_new_3ds_web_browser

EDIT 2: Collectible Badge Center is out for Japan (and it'll probably come out overseas later):



NaomiMinette
To anyone who plans on getting a new3DS/new3DS XL, they no longer have them at GameStop (probably for now).
Pawsu
Ahhh, random bump!
Someone should play Mario kart 7 with me B)
I'd like to get this running again!
My friend code is 1161 - 0472 - 9819 :oops:
NaomiMinette
I play MK8 way more, though =c
Pawsu
It's not for 3DS doe... It isn't right? I swear when I looked it up it wasn't.
NaomiMinette
I know. I'm just saying.

Meanwhile, I'm playing all these other 3DS games that don't have online multiplayer, orz
Pawsu
I don't have a Wii U :C
I WANT SPLATOON.
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