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Nintendo 3DS XL Gaming Console

Nintendo 3DS XL Gaming Console

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$239.99at WalmartChecked Nov 12

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $239.99 at Walmart on Nov 12.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Nintendo 3DS XL Gaming Console

The 3DS XL is Nintendo's larger dual-screen handheld, with a 4.88-inch top screen and 4.18-inch bottom touchscreen, both noticeably bigger than the original 3DS. It plays the 3DS and DS library in stereoscopic 3D without glasses, and the bigger body gives it a longer battery life and a more comfortable grip for adult hands. It suits players who want the DS and 3DS back catalog and don't need the newer Switch. Against the smaller 3DS it trades pocketability for screen size; against the 2DS it keeps the clamshell hinge and 3D. Note that the 3DS eShop is closed, so downloads and online store purchases are gone, and this unit is a Japanese LL model converted to US firmware.

Best forPlayers working through the DS and 3DS back catalogAdults who find the original 3DS too smallFans of glasses-free 3D gamesBuyers wanting a clamshell handheld with a larger screen
Pros
  • Large 4.88-inch top screen and 4.18-inch touchscreen
  • Glasses-free stereoscopic 3D with a depth slider
  • Longer battery life than the original 3DS
  • Comfortable grip and sturdy clamshell hinge
  • Plays both 3DS and DS game cards
Cons
  • eShop is closed, so no downloads or store purchases
  • Japanese LL unit converted to US firmware, not a native US model
  • Bulky compared with the original 3DS
  • Low-resolution screens by modern standards
  • No AC adapter in every region's box; check what is included

Nintendo 3DS XL Gaming Console prices at every store

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    In stockSold by RetroFamReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $239.99Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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  • AmazonRefurbished

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    $254.49Free shippingChecked Nov 12
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  • AmazonNew

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    $999.99+ $9.99 shippingChecked Nov 12
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Nintendo 3DS XL Gaming Console price history

Lowest price we've seen: $999.99 on Nov 12 at Amazon. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 12.

What reviewers say

Owners rate the 3DS XL as the best-feeling version of the 3DS line, praising the bigger screens and battery life. Common complaints are the low screen resolution, the bulky size and the loss of the eShop.

What people mention
  • Screen sizePraisedOwners say the larger screens make text and maps much easier to read than on the original 3DS.
  • Battery lifePraisedReviewers report longer play time per charge than the smaller 3DS.
  • 3D effectMixedSome players love the depth slider, while others turn 3D off and see it as a battery drain.
  • ResolutionCriticisedThe screens are low resolution, so games look soft, especially on the XL.
  • SizeMixedThe bigger body is comfortable at home but too bulky for a pocket.
  • EShop closureCriticisedWith the eShop closed, owners can't buy or download digital games.

About the Nintendo 3DS XL Gaming Console

This is a Nintendo 3DS XL console in red. It is a Japanese import 3DS LL console that has been converted to US firmware, and all functionality is the same. The console is fully tested and working, and it is in new condition.

The eShop is closed by Nintendo, so the console does not work with it.

Color
Red
Condition
New, fully tested and working
Model origin
Japanese import 3DS LL, converted to US firmware
eShop
Not supported (closed by Nintendo)
In the box
Console, charger

Specifications

color
RedSource

Questions and answers

Can I still download games on it?
No. Nintendo closed the 3DS eShop, so digital purchases and downloads are no longer available. You play physical 3DS and DS game cards.
What is a Japanese LL console converted to US firmware?
It is a Japanese-market 3DS LL with US system software installed. It plays the same games and menus as a US 3DS XL, but it is not a native US unit.
How does it compare with the original 3DS?
The XL has much larger screens, longer battery life and a bigger grip. The original 3DS is smaller and easier to carry.
Does it play DS games?
Yes. The card slot takes both 3DS and original DS game cards.
What comes in the box?
The console and a charger are included. Check the listing for whether a stylus or SD card is also present.
Is the 3D safe for kids?
Nintendo advises the 3D effect is not for children under 7. The depth slider can be turned off for 2D play.
Where is the Nintendo 3DS XL Gaming Console cheapest?
At Walmart, for $239.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Nintendo 3DS XL Gaming Console?
Rated 5 out of 5 from 4 ratings.
Where can I buy the Nintendo 3DS XL Gaming Console?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Amazon.

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