The New Nintendo 3DS and 3DS XL will launch on 13 February 2015.
Nintendo has promised improved controls, enhanced processing power, more comfortable 3D viewing, amiibo support, and compatibility with all existing Nintendo 3DS software.
First released in Japan on 11 October 2014, the new 3DS handheld consoles controversially exclude a power adapter.
Existing 3DS owners are encouraged to re-use the AC adapter from their previous console, while new users will have to buy one separately.
In addition to the standalone systems, South Africans will also be able to get two limited edition hardware bundles: New Nintendo 3DS XL Majora’s Mask Edition, and the New Nintendo 3DS XL Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Edition.
Pre-order prices from some online retailers are summarised below.
| Online store | New 3DS | New 3DS XL | New 3DS XL Bundle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalahari | R2,499.00 | R2,999.00 | R3,499.00 |
| Takealot | R2,499.00 | R2,999.00 | R3,499.00 |
| AWX | R2,699.00 | R3,199.00 | R3,699.00 |
| BT Games | N/A | R3,199.00 | N/A |
| Raru | R2,627.00 | R3,113.00 | R3,599.00 |
The New Nintendo 3DS consoles feature new and ZL/ZR buttons and a second analogue controller called the C Stick.
According to Nintendo, the C Stick can be used instead of the Nintendo 3DS Circle Pad with software that is compatible with the accessory.
To give an idea of what the accessories for the New Nintendo 3DS consoles will cost, prices from some of South Africa’s online retailers are summarised in the table below.
| Online store | AC Adapter | Cradle Charger | Cradle Charger XL | Faceplate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kalahari | N/A | R139.00 | R139.00 | R189.00 |
| Takalot | N/A | R139.00 | R139.00 | R189.00 |
| AWX | N/A | R149.00 | R149.00 | R199.00 |
| BT Games | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Raru | N/A | R129.00 | R129.00 | R172.00 |
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The biggest issue with the chargers is stock dilemma. Somehow the stock is always severely limited and you struggle to get hold of one even if you want to buy one. They should take whatever amount they think we need, and double it when they import it.