vava Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Nintendo announced the 2DS today, a new entry-level handheld system. The 2DS will be available for $129.99 on October 12th (the same day as Pokemon X and Y) and features a slate-like design rather than the clamshell seen on DS and 3DS models. The 2DS is fully compatible with all 3DS and DS games but does not include the ability to display games in 3D. It still features all the functionality of 3DS (WiFi, local multiplayer, etc.) and can be put to sleep using a slider that replicates closing the clamshell on a standard 3DS. WiFi can still be turned off, though it’s done via controls in the software rather than with a physical switch. http://oyster.ignimgs.com/wordpress/stg.ign.com/2013/08/2ds-610x486.jpg “Imagine a standard 3DS laid all the way flat, and with the depth slider all the way down,” Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aime explained to IGN. “Everything else is there in the system.” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander45 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 That looks horrible... I don't see the need for it either, the slantyness of the DS/3DS works fine and makes it easier to hold. This is gonna be a clunky old piece of kit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vava Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 This was my reaction... http://weknowmemes.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/screaming-patrick-gif-meme.jpg But for this price im ight get one. I dont really like the 3D thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShadowStar83x Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Pretty ugly. Also unnecessary. The 3DS has an option to turn 3D off entirely with parental controls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Milera Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 (edited) What's the point of this? No 3D? 3DS has an option to turn it off ffs... Price? It's only $30 cheaper than the original Nintendo 3DS plus it's ugly as fuck Edited August 28, 2013 by Milera Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander45 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 What's the point of this? No 3D? 3DS has an option to turn it off ffs... Price? It's only $30 cheaper than the original Nintendo 3DS It's pretty ridiculous imo, I don't see how they thought this was a good idea? Ah well, it's Nintendo and they just do whatever they like nowadays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SylarTheNinja Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 That is one of the ugliest things I have ever seen, especially when you compare it to how great the original 3DS looked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oversoul53 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 http://cdn.meme.li/i/odvk6.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Fly Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 ROFL at this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe111eleven111 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I was excited about this because I was thinking about getting a 3D. But I want a slanty foldy thing. Pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentBun Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I thought it was a joke before I went into this topic. Why!?..... WHY!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CookieOnFire Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 It looks so lame...and I feel the screen is easier to scratch now, since it's not covered by anything Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdrama Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I just don't get why someone would want this. Its like a tablet but with two tiny screens. What was wrong with the old design exactly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maddester Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 My first reaction when I saw the thread title was... "What?" That's got to be one of the most pointless thing I've ever seen since the original 3DS has the option to turn the 3D gimmick off if the people so chooses. http://cdn.meme.li/i/odvk6.jpg Because pointless gimmick is pointless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyanide Breath Mint Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 It's reeks of "My First Handheld!" for toddlers to be honest. As an adult, I can't see myself ever taking that thing anywhere outside my home. *walks up to hot chick with new 2DS in tow and says, "Hey there. See this 2DS? Know what it's made of? Boyfriend material. * *hot chick laughs uncontrollably and walks away still laughing* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth_Krid Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 That thing looks horrendously ugly. I didn't get a 3DS, and I sure as Hell won't be getting this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mullinavat Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I have been waiting for a cheap 3DS but looking at this it is so ugly I think I will not bother now. Looking at it, it is probably awkward to bring around since it doesn't look like it will fit in my pocket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vava Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 http://i.imgur.com/0NO657J.png?1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scargonar Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Lol I thought it was a joke IGN made on facebook when I first saw it. Are you actually telling me this is real? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentBun Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Lol I thought it was a joke IGN made on facebook when I first saw it. Are you actually telling me this is real? Same here, I'm afraid it seems to be true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emerald Emblem Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 It's marketed at the younger gamer and cheapskate adults. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viper Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I thought the OP made a spelling mistake in the thread title when I saw this, but it's actually real!? Why? Why is this even needed? Talk about a cash grab, Nintendo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redd214 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 I just got a used wii u at an insanely great price and I grew up playing ninty consoles so I love the company, but what the hell are the execs thinking lately?!?! Seriously people still get confused with the wii and wii u, people confused the ds and the 3ds when it was released now you're going to bring out a 2ds? Who it's making these decisions a monkey? I fa il to see a legitimate logical reason why this needs to exist. It's only $40 cheaper which isn't a lot, last I checked the 3ds was seeking like hotcakes, plus why add more confusion and needless explanations to your product line?! Nintendo is sitting on a good chunk of cash I believe so they aren't doomed but I really think it's time for some leadership changes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vava Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 (edited) Some screens.. http://images.eurogamer.net/2013/articles//a/1/6/1/1/2/6/1/photo_2__1_.JPG.jpg/EG11/resize/1920x-1 http://images.eurogamer.net/2013/articles//a/1/6/1/1/2/6/1/photo_2__2_.JPG.jpg/EG11/resize/1920x-1 http://images.eurogamer.net/2013/articles//a/1/6/1/1/2/6/1/photo_3.JPG.jpg/EG11/resize/1920x-1 http://images.eurogamer.net/2013/articles//a/1/6/1/1/2/6/1/photo_3__1_.JPG.jpg/EG11/resize/1920x-1 Love it I thought the OP made a spelling mistake in the thread title when I saw this, but it's actually real!? Why? Why is this even needed? Talk about a cash grab, Nintendo. This is for the younger and is basically a 3DS with no 3D and nice price cut. Edited August 29, 2013 by Xander45 please use the edit function instead of double posting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oversoul53 Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 http://i.imgur.com/0NO657J.png?1 the XL doesn't come with a power cable? also, @ the pictures vava posted... the buttons are too damn high! that's gotta be awkward to hold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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