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Nintendo 3DS XL

Nintendo 3DS XL

4.8(34 ratings)

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  • Last seen at $343.00 at DreamsStudio on Nov 12.

Our take on the Nintendo 3DS XL

The Nintendo 3DS XL is Nintendo's larger version of the 3DS handheld, with screens about 90 percent bigger than the original 3DS and a longer-lasting battery. It plays 3DS and DS game cards and offers glasses-free stereoscopic 3D, a clamshell design and two screens. It suits players who want a big-screen handheld for 3DS and DS libraries, including retro and Pokémon fans. Against the smaller 3DS it trades pocketability for screen size and battery life; against the Switch it is cheaper, smaller and plays the older DS and 3DS libraries, but it is a discontinued system with a lower-resolution display.

Best forHandheld players who want large screensFans of the 3DS and DS game librariesRetro and Pokémon playersPlayers who prefer a clamshell design
Pros
  • Screens roughly 90 percent larger than the original 3DS
  • Longer battery life than the original 3DS
  • Plays both 3DS and DS game cards
  • Glasses-free 3D effect on the top screen
  • Clamshell design protects the screens
Cons
  • Discontinued, so no new games or online services
  • Low-resolution screens by modern standards
  • Bulky for pockets
  • 3D effect causes eye strain for some players
  • No second analog stick without the Circle Pad Pro add-on

Nintendo 3DS XL prices at every store

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    $343.00Checked Nov 12
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What reviewers say

  • 4.8 / 534 ratings

Owners rate it highly, with 4.8 out of 5 from 34 ratings. They praise the large screens and battery life over the original 3DS and treat it as a solid way to play the 3DS and DS libraries.

What people mention
  • Screen sizePraisedOwners like the much larger screens compared with the original 3DS.
  • BatteryPraisedThe battery lasts longer than the original 3DS's.
  • 3D effectMixedSome enjoy the glasses-free 3D, while others find it strains the eyes.
  • PortabilityMixedThe clamshell protects the screens, but the console is bulky for pockets.
  • Display resolutionCriticisedThe screens are low resolution by modern standards.

About the Nintendo 3DS XL

The Nintendo 3DS XL is a portable gaming console designed for handheld play. It is also suited to retro gaming.

Brand
Nintendo
Type
Portable handheld gaming console

Questions and answers

Is the 3DS XL worth it over the original 3DS?
Yes, if screen size and battery life matter to you. The XL has much larger screens and a longer-lasting battery, at the cost of being bulkier.
Does the 3DS XL play DS games?
Yes. It has a card slot that takes both 3DS and DS game cards, so the older DS library works too.
Does the 3DS XL need glasses for 3D?
No. The top screen shows a glasses-free stereoscopic 3D effect, and you can turn the 3D slider down or off.
How does the 3DS XL compare with the Switch?
The 3DS XL is smaller, has two screens and plays the 3DS and DS libraries, but it is discontinued and has much lower-resolution screens than the Switch.
What comes in the box?
The console, a stylus and a power adapter. Game cards are sold separately.
Can I use a Circle Pad Pro with it?
Yes. The add-on attaches to the console and adds a second analog stick and extra shoulder buttons for games that support it.
Where is the Nintendo 3DS XL cheapest?
At DreamsStudio, for $343.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Nintendo 3DS XL?
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 34 ratings.

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