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Nintendo pulls back the curtain on 3DS handheld; stunning features

Ex: Inside the Nokia Theater at this year's E3 conference in Los Angeles, Nintendo brought down the house when they pulled back the curtain on their next anticipated new handheld, formerly the Nintendo 3DS.

Not merely an iteration on current DS hardware, the 3DS is a true successor to the groundbreaking portable gaming device that has sold over 125million units.

Nintendo hastily announced the 3DS back in March, as a preemptive strike against Japanese press outlets intending to leak the news. In their press release, Nintendo promised a true 3D experience without glasses, temporarily dubbing the portable device '3DS.' Since then, Nintendo has kept things quiet, revealing nothing about the specs, the games, or the price.

Nintendo head Reggie Fils-Aime introduced the Nintendo 3DS by making fun of the glasses required to enjoy 3D entertainment before unveiling the actual system on the stage floor.

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WhittO5070d ago (Edited 5070d ago )

I wouldnt say stunning features, PSP has had all of these since launch, except the 3D screen/pics ofcourse, which are wasted on a screen that small anyway.

I just don't see how effective a tiny screen which claims to be in 3D with no glasses can be, but I suppose you have to see it yourself to judge.

Its like when Apple suddenly support something they should have done a LONG time ago and act as though it's brand new technology - like Nintendo here with Wifi lol.. You can download extra Levels!!? :O Outstanding.

Edit: O and it's true, if you don't need glasses to see the 3D screen, why not show it on that gigantic 1? Unless like Triella ses below it's holographic rendering meaning you have to view it on angles/move it around to get 3D effect.

MasterChief36245070d ago

Um... you sure about that?

Two screens
Gyrosensor
Accelerometer

Plus Resident Evil, Kid Icarus, Mario, and several other titles.

Yes. The PSP has certainly had all these since launch.

Redempteur5070d ago

also the top screen of the 3ds is larger than before ... it's now like the psp ... and the psp was suitable for movie playback ....

WhittO5070d ago (Edited 5070d ago )

Movement sensors like tilting aren't exactly 'Stunning Features' though are they.

There aren't that many advantages of having 2 screens in terms of playing videos etc, it will just result in 1 being redundant anyway, except the screen is smaller since there are 2 instead of 1 big 1.

Edit: Lol just saying, most of these features seem like gimmiks, I mean, what are you going to do with the pics taken in 3D? look at them on that small screen and keep them there?

Edit2: I'm not talking about the games either MasterChief3624, because Kid Icarus looked great + MGS!, I'm talking about the device itself, it's not ground breaking, 3D isn't going to effect gameplay.

killyourfm5070d ago

but I think you're delusional man.

Noctis Aftermath5070d ago

The 3DS didn't have a design as sleek as i was expecting, i thought they would make it look more different then it turned out to be because as it looks now it is almost identical to the DS, i was expecting similarities to the DS but not a design which when closed makes it look EXACTLY the same as the DS.

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dabri55070d ago

Who isn't going to buy this. I mean really. You can pretty see the money being spit out of this tiny hand held of glory. The thing is just amazing. The graphics look amazing and its in 3d. True 3d without stupid glasses.

Noctis Aftermath5070d ago

In no way am i trying to downplay how good the 3DS will be, to call it "True 3d" is just ignorant.

despair5070d ago (Edited 5070d ago )

umm from the kid icarus vid, i don't see that amazing graphics thing, it looks between the ps1 and psp in terms of graphics, maybe its just that game, also true 3d without the glasses, on a 3.5 inc screen...riiigghhhtt..wait to see it then i'll believe it.

Great lineup of games but where are the new IPs only nostalgic titles from nintendo, they're good but c'mon. having MGS gets a few points though, thats big.

Perjoss5070d ago

any true gamer would be curious to try this out and see what it can do.

jack_burt0n5070d ago

LOL the xbots are backing nintendo because their beloved tanked.

The 3DS is unimpressive technically but its got a good launch lineup and donkey kong from retro will be great.

Bigpappy5070d ago

I am not into handhelds, but this sounds like really kool tech. I sill am not sold on the whole 3D thing yet though. I suppose when my son forces me to buy one I will get to judge for myself.

darthv725070d ago

i am glad i waited on the xl seeing as i have the dsi. This will be freaking sweet!

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WhittO5070d ago

lol, they should really get interpretors because it can really effect what they are speaking about when your trying to 'decode' what they are saying haha.

Triella5070d ago (Edited 5070d ago )

But is it really 3D ? If they can't render it on screen at the press conference it means that it's holographic rendering like the Atari Cosmos.
you only get the 3D effect by moving the console... if you prefer it's reversed head tracking.

CDbiggen5070d ago (Edited 5070d ago )

I am going to be first in line for the midnight release.

hoops5070d ago

Yup. Unless SOny comes out with the PSP2 that does the same with more power....

dabri55070d ago

Won't have the support that Nintendo is able to provide. Sony has some great 1st party titles but they are all for PS3. Never really does much with the PSP.

solidt125070d ago

Sony has just as much or more 1st 2nd and 3rd party support. Did you forget that.

qface645070d ago (Edited 5070d ago )

@solidt12
really? because the psp really says other wise

go ahead and disagree the facts speak for themselves

despair5070d ago

@qface64

what facts would that be, care to list this source because there are a lot of great games for the psp, and even more lined up to be released.

qface645070d ago (Edited 5070d ago )

i never said there weren't great psp
compared to the ds the psp has LESS 1st 2nd and 3rd party support and that is a FACT actually denying that is very foolish

like i said the facts speak for themselves
don't believe me look it up yourself the facts are all there

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claterz5070d ago

Just wait for Sony conference to be over, and then say that again =)

dabri55070d ago

Agreed. It's not over till its over but man, you have to admit, things looks pretty nice for Sony after the Microsoft conf but now....They will have to bring their A-game to top what Nintendo just did.

solidt125070d ago

This conference was a game Changer. People will not be talking about Microsoft and Sony, It will be Sony vs Nintendo. Microsoft is out to lunch.

-Alpha5070d ago

They did great but let's wait for Sony.

BYE5070d ago

@reluctant_gamer

Are you Michael Pachter?

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Dorfdad5070d ago

LOL it's not a completely new design in fact no where have I found they improved the graphics so 5 years from now shit graphics like we have now.. Come on up the quality Nintendo and Im all yours! Stop raping your fans..

dabri55070d ago

The graphics are similar if not the same as what the Wii offers which is similar to a gamecube/xbox original. For a hand-held, that is fantastic. What were you expecting? PS3 quality graphics on a portable?

Dorfdad5070d ago

No I was expecting improved DS quality which I dont see.. Am I missing something?

It looks like they are using the same GPU from DS but in 3D with a faster processor to compensate..

despair5070d ago (Edited 5070d ago )

@catguykyou

were you watching the same vids as me, that was certainly not GC or Xbox graphics, it was somewhere around or below the psp, sure this is first lineup of games but nothing close to that quality yet.

turnerdc5070d ago (Edited 5070d ago )

It'll be better, hopefully alot better.

jack_burt0n5070d ago

@cat

Wii level graphics are you nuts its psp level graphics the wii looks better than psp get real!

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Nintendo and Google get roped into Microsoft's FTC defense

Microsoft has now called on Nintendo and Google to aid in its fight with the FTC over its merger with Activision Blizzard.

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Jin_Sakai447d ago (Edited 447d ago )

I’m really starting to despise Microsoft and Xbox at this point. Might just sell the Series X and buy a Switch to compliment our PS5’s. Metroid, Zelda: TotK, and Pikmin 4 are just months away at this point.

Neonridr447d ago

PS5 + Switch is honestly the best combo.

Jin_Sakai447d ago

Agreed. Both have amazing first party games!

Orchard446d ago

SteamDeck + Switch.

Xbox and PS games are playable on SD.

badz149446d ago

@Orchard

why would you want to play the worst versions of PS5 and Xbox SX games? the only thing the SD runs better than the original is Switch games

Orchard446d ago

@badz SD plays most games well. But if it's not up to your standards, just get a PC. PC/SteamDeck + Switch.

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S2Killinit446d ago

PS5 and Switch is definitely the way to go.

Jin_Sakai446d ago

“The Nintendo switch is a kids play thing compared to steam deck. It pummels the switch into the ground.”

Not thanks. I enjoy Nintendo games and love the OLED display.

FinalFantasyFanatic446d ago (Edited 446d ago )

@Orchard,
Your still missing out on alot of PS games doing that, Personally I'd go PS + Switch, but I also have a PC, so for me it's PS + Switch + PC and that gets me almost every game.

One day I'll get a Steam Deck to compliment my PC library of games, maybe when Steam Deck 2 comes out.

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BehindTheRows446d ago

PS5 + Switch + PC. But, close enough :P

The Wood446d ago (Edited 446d ago )

orchard...are you bored in life. Do you love pantomime or wanna be the lead attorney for Microsoft if all you do is cap for the brand doing the least. No disrespect intended but have a child , wife or play golf or something because you presence is weird. Dont strike me mods..... dude cant stop

thorstein446d ago

Well said. And whatever Xbox "exclusive" that I want, I just get for my PC.

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XiNatsuDragnel447d ago

Honestly getting a switch and ps5 is a better combo imo.

Lifexline447d ago (Edited 447d ago )

Lmao who gets that mad at a company wow get some therapy step away from the internet this is affecting you way more then you realize. You guys can be comedy in this website thanks for that laugh

Obscure_Observer446d ago

"Lmao who gets that mad at a company wow get some therapy step away from the internet this is affecting you way more then you realize. You guys can be comedy in this website thanks for that laugh"

I´m still laughing! XD

343_Guilty_Spark446d ago

You despise it because of a court battle?

S2Killinit446d ago (Edited 446d ago )

Personally I share his sentiments, for what MS is doing to the industry.

Fu£k MS, seriously.

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Jin_Sakai446d ago (Edited 446d ago )

“You despise it because of a court battle?“

The fact they’re trying to gobble up the worlds largest 3rd party publisher add over 2 years waiting for system sellers.

MontyeKristo446d ago

S2K - What EXACTLY is MS doing to the industry that you despise so much? Please share your thoughts..

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Orchard446d ago

You despise them because of a court case? Feels like an overreaction.

Flawlessmic446d ago

You despise Sony because of what? Great consoles and great game consistenly?

Seems ridiculous hating on the gaming company giving us the most.

Your sd+switch comment is a joke but hey, expect nothing less from you.

notachance446d ago

Honestly it’s kind of amazing how Phil managed to make people like orchard keep defending the console after 2 generations of mediocrity.

thesoftware730446d ago

Lol, I get it..but at this point, what are MS to do? Just sit back and let it be blocked?

Also, remember when other companies agreed with Sony, you didn't seem this perturbed.

porkChop446d ago

What? You're overreacting. This is how literally any court case works. Calling on competitors, witnesses, etc., is standard practice. It's called building a defense. The FTC have been doing the exact same in building their case by calling on Sony for example. You don't build a strong case by making unsubstantiated claims, you need witnesses or documents to back them up.

giovonni446d ago

I mean, it’s logic when it comes to any other company, but it’s an issue when MS does it (builds its case.) It’s way too many emotional comments with no real facts to back it up. Just cause a company says something doesn’t make it factual as specially in the court of law. After reviewing the evidence so far the FTC needs a stronger case.

PapaBop446d ago

If only they put this much effort into actually making their own games.

BehindTheRows446d ago

Exactly. Xbox cheerleaders can drive around this road block all they want, but nothing matters more than this! When they start releasing their OWN games, we can start to credit Microsoft with a contribution to accelerating our medium. Until then, they're simply making useless noise.

CobraKai446d ago

I got all 3 but most of my play time is between PlayStation and Switch…. Yeah MS needs all the help it can get.

JL2930446d ago

Who told you Metroid is months away?

Obscure_Observer446d ago

@Jin_Sakai

"I’m really starting to despise Microsoft and Xbox at this point. Might just sell the Series X and buy a Switch to compliment our PS5’s. Metroid, Zelda: TotK, and Pikmin 4 are just months away at this point."

Finally! Do it! Bookmarked!

NotoriousWhiz446d ago (Edited 446d ago )

You can hate the CEO / leadership without hating the product. Don't let company politics ruin your enjoyment of a product.

Also, Switch is great. If you don't have one, I can highly recommend it, even with reduced performance compared to the current gen consoles.

BehindTheRows446d ago

I agree with your sentiment, but they go hand-in-hand. Once a company leaves a bad taste in your mouth, you aren't going to desire their products (or may desire them much less than before). And he clearly isn't alone. Xbox's numbers are down all around. That tells me what the public thinks.

In 2023, they have their work cut out for them. If nothing changes, they will eventually fall into obscurity with Nintendo and Sony continuing to truck along doing what they have for over 25 years — providing experiences you cannot get elsewhere. The multitrillion dollar company could learn a thing or two from those mere mortals.

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Focus40446d ago

Did Microsoft touch down there

Tody_ZA446d ago

My combo is PC and PS5. Switch Games are amazing but Nintendo's infrastructure and marketplace puts me off. Decade old games still go for full price and hardly have specials.

MontyeKristo446d ago

You just now despise MS and Xbox? Bro, who you lying to - you been hating on MS and Xbox for yeeeeeeears.

Your mad because the are attempting to buy a company and are calling in people/companies that could possibly aid them in doing so? If the FTC and the UK's counterpart are fighting it - should they just be "okay, okay, you win!" Nah, that's stupid.

Y'all mad for what reason? They are trying to build a bigger better brand and y'all mad. Not like MS and Sony don't own near the same amount of studios, now. It's been lopsided for years but you've never complained or cried foul when Sony was buying up companies/studios.

Get over yourself.

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LOGICWINS447d ago

This is crazy. I can't believe MS dragged Ninty into this drama 😆

PureBlood447d ago

Hopefully they tell them to bugger off!

MEGANE446d ago

This is what nintendo gets for back stabbing Sony, by entertaining MS stupid offers instead of siding with Sony help them, o well, at this point Nintendo seems to be the more stable of the 3 companies, and they compite with no one at the moment.

jonny897447d ago

Sure, the company whose Play Store revenue you want to diminish will certainly help you in acquiring Candy Crush and COD Mobile.

Orchard446d ago (Edited 446d ago )

How will this acquisition have an impact on Googles Android store revenue?

And how are MS trying to diminish their store revenue today? Microsoft even sell devices that run Android and have the Play Store as their marketplace…

Orchard446d ago

I did. I couldn't find any mention of Microsoft planning to pull COD mobile and Candy Crash from the Android Play Store.

Hofstaderman446d ago

Not to mention MS has been a proxy agent in the Apple VS Google saga. So don’t be surprised if MS is banking on that. Slimeballs

Thundercat77447d ago

Wow.... Microsoft is out of control over this matter. I can't help but wonder how many people are they bribing to get this?

badz149446d ago

Maybe we will get news that Nintendo and Google both claim MS approach as harassment too after this.

FinalFantasyFanatic446d ago

I smell an incredible amount of desperation on Microsoft's part, it's getting to the point where the desperation is disgusting.

XiNatsuDragnel447d ago

Microsoft just stop dragging companies into your own mess if you did to them like you did Sony imo you need to give it up with performance Data. Also isn't Google against Microsoft?

lodossrage447d ago

They are, and they'll probably fight the subpoena just like Sony did.

blackblades447d ago

"Google and NoA requested extensions to the deadline to limit or kill their respective subpoenas"

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10 Things Everyone Chooses To Ignore About Nintendo

Nintendo have done some really questionable things in the past, and it's time someone exposed their not-so-family-friendly past.

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Spenok1599d ago

This is a really bad list.... but only because the title sucks and is so all encompassing. If it pointed out that the FANBOYS choose to ignore these things, than sure. But otherwise, these things are well known and documented.

rainslacker1598d ago

Some of the things are really dumb. Especially the connection to the Yakuza. Their reasons are completely baseless, and really idiotic.

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King_Noctis1599d ago (Edited 1599d ago )

“ Once Upon A Time, Nintendo Made Erotic Playing Cards”

“ Nintendo Ran A Love Hotel”

“ Nintendo Was Associated With Gangsters”

“ They Once Had A Cartoon That Was Awful”

Wtf? Those aren’t even gaming related. At this point this dumb site is as bad as GamingBolt, if not worst.

“ They Charge People To Play Classic Games”

In what world do you get to play classic games for free on other console? 🤦‍♂️

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rainslacker1598d ago

i used to like the Mario cartoon. On friday's they'd have the Zelda cartoon.

The yakuza connection was that the Yakuza preferred Nintendo playing cards, and Nintendo did nothing to stop them from buying them...because that's what Nintendo should do for some reason. I'd say most gamers don't realize that nintendo didn't start with computer games. "Love Hotels" aren't illegal, anywhere. Unless they were providing escorts, I don't see the problem.

And the last one, yeah, everyone charges for that. No one gives their stuff away for free just because it's old.

Tross1598d ago (Edited 1598d ago )

Yeah, I'd love for a free service like VC, but I'm willing to pay for the actual games.

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tontontam01599d ago

I did not ignore those, I chose to ACCEPT.

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Nintendo axes debut mobile game Miitomo

Nintendo has announced the closure of Miitomo, which it launched in 2016 as its first foray into smartphone gaming.