Author Topic: Nintendo 2DS (Read 6774 times)

Badger · « **Reply #1 on:** August 28, 2013, 12:33:48 PM »

My thoughts:
https://twitter.com/Royco_Cupasouup/status/372760095861379073
https://twitter.com/Royco_Cupasouup/status/372761203518361600
https://twitter.com/Royco_Cupasouup/status/372762211443175424
https://twitter.com/Royco_Cupasouup/status/372762503693864960

https://twitter.com/ashens/status/372762149489487873

Thyrus · « **Reply #2 on:** August 28, 2013, 12:59:47 PM »

looks like a drumspinner

playzooki · « **Reply #3 on:** August 28, 2013, 02:02:15 PM »

is this a joke

GroudonRobotWars · « **Reply #4 on:** August 28, 2013, 02:16:12 PM »

Supposedly this is meant more for younger kids or people who have issues playing in the 3d mode.

Philippa · « **Reply #5 on:** August 28, 2013, 03:31:14 PM »

Needs more razors.

Literally just watched the introduction video via The Gadget Show on Facebook.
I don't like that it doesn't fold, but apart from that it's cool.

Badnik96 · « **Reply #6 on:** August 28, 2013, 04:22:03 PM »

Quote from: Thyrus on August 28, 2013, 12:59:47 PM

looks like a drumspinner

*Plans to gut a 2DS and use it as a chassis for 027's robot*

Mecha · « **Reply #7 on:** August 28, 2013, 04:43:17 PM »

I thought it was a joke at first. :P

cephalopod · « **Reply #8 on:** August 28, 2013, 05:17:07 PM »

I don't want to pay as much as they want for a 3DS and I wouldn't use the 3D feature... I wish they'd fill my niche... OH WAIT. I'm actually happy about this. The design looks different and interesting - probably designed to take on tablets.a

kill343gs · « **Reply #9 on:** August 28, 2013, 06:48:56 PM »

I just want a cheaper XL in something cooler than red or black. I have a regular 3DS but I've been using my OG ds because its just so much more comfortable for long pokemon sessions

Resetti's Replicas · « **Reply #10 on:** August 29, 2013, 02:06:19 AM »

I'm still concerned about the screens; sure they're strong, but they'll still smudge and scratch if you don't buy a protector or case. Still if Nintnedo can succeed in marketing it as the 3DS for kids, then more power to them.

playzooki · « **Reply #11 on:** August 29, 2013, 04:57:50 AM »

I relly thought it was a joke 2DS? 2D?!?! I doubt many kids will be buying this as they want the best they can get.

Im still not giving up my GBA.

cephalopod · « **Reply #12 on:** August 29, 2013, 05:03:25 AM »

The market they're kinda aiming for isn't one where 'kids' can buy it. I mean really, if any kid up to like 10 seriously had that kinda money... XD They're aiming for the parents who want to spend a little less on getting their 300 kids a 3DS. Besides the 3D removal isn't the be-all and end-all, so it's hardly a 'BEST THEY CAN GET' situation. They still get to play the new games. Also like I said some people want to spend less and wouldn't use the 3D anyway.

playzooki · « **Reply #13 on:** August 29, 2013, 05:57:47 AM »

They will still nag their parents. Because theyll say things like 'oh 2d is rubbish 3d makes things better all my friends have got it. Etc etc'

Of course, i couldnt care less, but thats my opinion.

Badger · « **Reply #14 on:** August 29, 2013, 07:54:29 AM »

Quote from: Craaig on August 28, 2013, 05:17:07 PM

I don't want to pay as much as they want for a 3DS and I wouldn't use the 3D feature... I wish they'd fill my niche... OH WAIT. I'm actually happy about this. The design looks different and interesting - probably designed to take on tablets.a

DS
DS Lite
DSi
DSi XLs.

Unless you're desperate for Mario Kart 7 or Pokemon X/Y, this thing is pretty useless. Better off getting a used (But in perfect condition) DS Lite for less than half the price. For that, you can play GBA games (Proper pokemon, etc.) and you get the screen-protecting clamshell design. Oh, and it doesn't look hideous

Quote from: playzooki on August 29, 2013, 04:57:50 AM

I relly thought it was a joke 2DS? 2D?!?! I doubt many kids will be buying this as they want the best they can get.

Im still not giving up my GBA.

I sold my DS Lite to get a GBA SP. I only used the Lite to play my GBA games, and in that regard the SP is better in every single way. TBH I wish I could play Diamond/Pearl again, but I don't really like any other DS games.

Chaosmancer · « **Reply #15 on:** August 29, 2013, 08:37:44 AM »

Quote from: TheRoyalBadger on August 29, 2013, 07:54:29 AM

Unless you're desperate for Mario Kart 7 or Pokemon X/Y, this thing is pretty useless.

Or Fire Emblem Awakening, or Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, or Animal Crossing or a portable Street Fighter (assuming you don't have a PSP/Vita) or Etrian Odyssey 4, or Kingdom Hearts, or Pokemon Rumble Blast or Shinobi or or the sequel to 9Hours9Persons9Doors or the various eShop games or Theatrhythm Final Fantasy or any other game that has been or will be released on the 3DS.

Impossible343 · « **Reply #16 on:** August 29, 2013, 09:16:28 AM »

This is basically a lame version of the 3DS. if you want to play 3DS games but don''t want the 3D, then there is a simple solution...

In fact i think that there might even be a parental control option to restrict the use of the 3D functionality.

If Nintendo are going to sell this then i bet they are going to lose a serious amount money.

Pwnator · « **Reply #17 on:** August 29, 2013, 09:59:52 AM »

Quote from: Impossible343 on August 29, 2013, 09:16:28 AM

If Nintendo are going to sell this then i bet they are going to lose a serious amount money.

I wonder who's paying for gaming consoles... oh right the parents.

And what do parents (and sensible gamers) look for? Practicality. You're not going to pay extra for a feature you're never going to use, and it's not uncommon to see halves of DSes lying around in electronics repair stores for a reason. And so far, pretty much all of my friends agree this is the better choice versus the 3DS.

I have to admit though, it does look kinda awkward (the first thing that went to my head after seeing the pic was a giant Tamagotchi), but it's not like you're buying a console for its looks. I'm gonna guess that this will be the Nokia 3310 of handhelds. As for screen protection, I'm pretty sure you could buy a cheap-ass pouch for less than $2.

CAN'T CHRISTMAS COME ANY SOONER

I NEED MONEY FOR THIS AND A NEXUS 4

Philippa · « **Reply #18 on:** August 29, 2013, 11:38:05 AM »

Quote from: Impossible343 on August 29, 2013, 09:16:28 AM

Turn the 3D off.
In fact i think that there might even be a parental control option to restrict the use of the 3D functionality

You're missing the point completely.

I have a 3DS but I don't use the 3D very much and it was a pretty expensive piece of kit, so I'd gladly take one of these because then I'm not spending more money than I need to and feeling guilty afterwards. Also parents with smaller children would happily snap this up because it plays the same games (which are bloody expensive but not as many people bring that up) which is what the kids want.

Badger · « **Reply #19 on:** August 29, 2013, 01:22:49 PM »

They're aiming it at people who want a 3DS, but can't or are not willing to pay the full price. Targeting people who don't really want your product is a pretty bad strategy for this market. It may be a good idea in principle, but I predict that it'll flop pretty bad.

EDIT: Also, it's supposed to be for parents buying for kids, that don't want to pay the full price of a 3DS. If you're a young kid, and the money isn't yours, you don't care. You'll ask for the 3DS for christmas/birthday/whatever. No kid will want a 2DS unless it's their own money. And most 6 year olds don't have £120 (or however much it is) to throw around