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Chibibar
http://www.nintendo.com/3ds
That is pretty cool.
3D photography capability
thumb controller and larger screen
yay~!
That is pretty cool.
3D photography capability
thumb controller and larger screen
yay~!
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I'm still going to wait for the next version of it, unless it removes backwards compatibility.
...why would you not want backwards compatibility?
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Chibibar
I think he meant that if the "next version" doesn't have backwards compatibility, he will buy this new sexy 3DS
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Jiarn
-sigh- Nothing but respect Ashburner, but you might as well be saying "I don't feel like buying the PS2, I'm going to wait for the PS3" Why bother getting the PS3 if the PS4 will be out after that?
Nintendo released -4- different versions of the DS. The GBA and GBC had 3, while the original GB had something like 5. Each was usually a significant improvement over the last. So no, I'm not saying that I'm waiting for the next console... I'm saying "I'm not going to buy that big, buggy PS2... I'm going to wait until they release the much improved PS2 Slim, which is smaller, runs better, and costs less."
It's just like how I waited for the DSLite instead of buying the first DS: I knew the first console would have problems, so I waited until they released the improved one.
figmentPez
Staff member
Same here. I didn't buy a GBA, I waited for the GBA-SP. I also waited for the DS Lite. Chances are I'll wait for whatever 3DS upgrade gets released in a couple years. It'll have a better or bigger screen, longer battery life, a tweaked design and who knows what else. (and if it's not a significant improvement, I'll get the old version for cheaper.)
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Jiarn
But your argument still falls to "Why did you get the DSlite when you could have waited for the DSliteXL?" "Why did you get the DSliteXL when you could have gotten the 3DS"? etc etc
This is what I personally did for my son.
I would buy the latest incarnation, and when the newer version would come out, I'd sell the old one on craigslist for more than the gamestores were offering, then buy the new version for practically nothing.
This is what I personally did for my son.
I would buy the latest incarnation, and when the newer version would come out, I'd sell the old one on craigslist for more than the gamestores were offering, then buy the new version for practically nothing.
figmentPez
Staff member
Increased camera resolution.
Bigger screen size, like the DSi XL
Better quality 3D screen with wider viewing angles.
Improved battery life or a slimmer form factor.
Support for new wireless standards.
Built-in cordless charging, like a Powermat or similar.
The battery power is real my putting-off point. I expect a new version by Christmas 2011.
figmentPez
Staff member
I waited for the GBA-SP because I wanted a lighted screen (without having to resort to major console surgery.) I didn't wait for a DS (or a micro) because I was satisfied with the console at that point.
I waited for a DS-Lite because I thought the original DS was clunky in design and had kind of washed-out looking screens. The DSi XL came out 4 years after the DS Lite. 6 years is too long to wait for a larger screen. Again, I bought the system when I was satisfied that it would be a form factor I'd be happy with.
I'll probably wait for the 3DS successor because, while I haven't seen the 3D in person, I'm concerned about the viewing angles and the screen size. I've never liked how small the DS screens are, and I'm hoping Nintendo will realize there's a market for a larger size, if they do it quickly enough.
With the DS, that wasn't an issue. I wanted the backwards compatibility with the GBA, but they took that out in the post DSLite versions, so there was no reason to upgrade. I also saw that the DSi wouldn't be necessary because most developers wouldn't make things that used hardware that wasn't standard with the DS line. That was a correct decision as the DSi never had any "exclusive" games that I had to get.
I'm not waiting for "the best" version of the 3DS. I'm simply waiting for a BETTER version of it.
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Jiarn
Tha'ts just it, most of the time (not in the DSlite backwards lack of compatibility of course) there will always be a "better" version over the horizon.
Waiting for the second incarnation isn't about having the best version. It will be about having the one that fixes any complaints and hardware issues the first one had.
Exactly! I've learned that it's never best to get a first run model of ANYTHING video game related anymore. My PS2 stopped working after 3 years (lost it's PS1 ability within 6 months), my brother's PS3 had to be sent back, my first GBA had problems... I'm just going to wait until they have a new model out.
It's pretty much a rule of the industry. The first version is cautious (only one big change, everything else is bog standard), quickly developed (buggy), and expensive (don't know how popular it will be, and it hasn't been cost reduced).
You don't buy a new windows OS until they've released service pack 3.
You don't buy the original iPhone.
If you know better, you don't buy the car if it's just been refreshed or is a new design.
fade
Staff member
Definitely true on that last one. I bought the new Beetle as soon as it came out. I was so excited. A year later, they bought it back from me because I was threatening Lemon Law. 26 times in the shop out of the first year. And according to Edmunds at the time, I was far, far from alone.
I'm also waiting a few months to get the 3DS. Nintendo ALWAYS has a slight upgrade to their handhelds just a few months after they're released.
I waited on the GBA for a bit. Glad I did because the GBA-SP was mega WIN. In fact, I loved it so much that I ended up with 3 as they kept releasing new colors...
I also went through 3 DS's... And I didn't get a DSLite because Mike bought one for himself and I honestly didn't need to buy a 4th. Then came the DSLiteXL... also passed on that and I think I'm going to get the 3DS. Time for a mega upgrade!
I waited on the GBA for a bit. Glad I did because the GBA-SP was mega WIN. In fact, I loved it so much that I ended up with 3 as they kept releasing new colors...
I also went through 3 DS's... And I didn't get a DSLite because Mike bought one for himself and I honestly didn't need to buy a 4th. Then came the DSLiteXL... also passed on that and I think I'm going to get the 3DS. Time for a mega upgrade!
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TwoBit
Is it just me or does the visual quality of the various game screenshots look all over the place? Some look barely better than the DS, while others look Wii quality or better.
Not just you. Some of the launch titles are most likely former DS titles, moved over to give publishers something to release.
With a 3 1/2 hour battery life, I think I'm going to wait on this one. Certainly at least until some more games come out for it. I'm not wowed by the launch titles.
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JCM
This is how Nintendo prints money.... While the PSP2 is going "its a touchscreen with controller buttons and more expensive games! and everyone's making an ipad clone, Nintendo always gets something new in (hey, its 3d in a handheld!)
Guess Im pre-ordering it...
Guess Im pre-ordering it...
I am definitely excited over the 3DS but I am having a hard time deciding if I want to pre-order it or not. On one hand I have the cash now (thanks to my tax return) and I really want it but on the other hand all the games that really catch my eye are not due till around June or later. I am also concerned about how the 3D will work for me. I have a hard time with certain 3D effects due to one of my eyes being weaker than the other. I have been able to watch 3D movies at theaters and I have tried the 3D TV's at the stores with no issue but those all use glasses so I am a little concerned about that part. But so far I am still leaning towards pre-ordering it.
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Chibibar
I probably won't pre-order mainly I have been burn in the past with 1st gen stuff So I am willing to wait for the 2nd gen of that line.
So I am willing to wait for the 2nd gen of that line.
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JCM
3 hours? Ugh, nevermind.... My daily commute is longer than that
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JCM
I dont understand the appeal of console gaming in the living room... :-p
Anyway, I always preferred laptops and handhelds because its so pratical to carry your gaming gear and play anywhere, with anyone, without needing to hog the tv or be a slave to your chair/couch... Me and Luiza even game on the bed on rainy days, either multiplayer, or each with a different game.
And handhelds these days are just a step behind consoles anyway (iphone 4/ipad/andriod games) are even looking better than the Wii, so there,s no reason to get a console except for the odd exclusive
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