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Nintendo Forgets What Day April Fools Is (2DS Thread)

Secret FawfulSecret Fawful
edited August 2013 in General Chat
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Nintendo announced the 2DS today, a new entry-level handheld system. The 2DS will be available for $129.99 on October 12th (the same day as Pokemon X and Y) and features a slate-like design rather than the clamshell seen on DS and 3DS models.

The 2DS is fully compatible with all 3DS and DS games but does not include the ability to display games in 3D. It still features all the functionality of 3DS (WiFi, local multiplayer, etc.) and can be put to sleep using a slider that replicates closing the clamshell on a standard 3DS. WiFi can still be turned off, though it’s done via controls in the software rather than with a physical switch.

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  • coolsomecoolsome
    edited August 2013
    I'll wait for the 1DS where it's a sound only console.
  • HudomonkeyHudomonkey
    edited August 2013
    It is just a budget console without 3D so people can get X&Y when it is released...
    It isn't that bad I've never used 3D and only really got the 3DS for the games...
  • Secret FawfulSecret Fawful
    edited August 2013
    It's mono sound unless you have headphones. MONO SOUND

    MONOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!

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  • coolsomecoolsome
    edited August 2013
    Secret Fawful wrote: »
    It's mono sound unless you have headphones. MONO SOUND

    MONOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!

    It's not using Sterio??
  • der_ketzerder_ketzer
    edited August 2013
    Good luck putting that one in your pocket.
  • JenniferJennifer Moderator
    edited August 2013
    Secret Fawful wrote: »
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    It reminds me of an Atari Jaguar controller.

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  • Secret FawfulSecret Fawful
    edited August 2013
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  • GibbeynatorGibbeynator
    edited August 2013
    Who cares, really? It's just a budget device for kids, let them have it.
  • der_ketzerder_ketzer
    edited August 2013
    The only thing wrong with it is the design. Why no clamshell? Seriously.
  • FriarFriar
    edited August 2013
    Wow, that thing is UGLY. It looks like one of those LCD games you'd get from poundland or something.

    Also, what are the games going to have on them now? They surely can't have 3DS on the spine if they play on the 2DS...
  • Rather DashingRather Dashing
    edited August 2013
    coolsome wrote: »
    I'll wait for the 1DS where it's a sound only console.
    I think making it a silent console would work better, after all
    Secret Fawful wrote: »
    It's mono sound unless you have headphones. MONO SOUND
    They already took out half the sound, so it wouldn't be too much of a stretch to take out the other half.
    der_ketzer wrote: »
    The only thing wrong with it is the design. Why no clamshell? Seriously.
    The lack of a hinge probably reduces production costs further and has one less thing that a kid could conceivably break.
  • FriarFriar
    edited August 2013
    Rather Dashing wrote: »
    The lack of a hinge probably reduces production costs further and has one less thing that a kid could conceivably break.
    Ah, but makes the screens so much more breakable.
  • Chyron8472Chyron8472
    edited August 2013
    der_ketzer wrote: »
    Good luck putting that one in your pocket.
    My thoughts, exactly.
  • Rather DashingRather Dashing
    edited August 2013
    So I guess it's a bad time to mention that the concept of this device is somewhat attractive to me and that I might even consider getting one, right? Because I won't briong that up at all if it's a bad time and makes me look foolish.
  • RetroVortexRetroVortex
    edited August 2013
    Rather Dashing wrote: »
    So I guess it's a bad time to mention that the concept of this device is somewhat attractive to me and that I might even consider getting one, right? Because I won't briong that up at all if it's a bad time and makes me look foolish.

    Nah its not such a bad idea Dashing.
    It looks oddly comfy and if you play games indoors anyway Then I don't see why you couldn't just play it and put it in a draw or something.

    The only annoying thing I think is the design and the cheaping out on not using larger screens.
    (At least make the screens about the same size. -_-)

    It would have been nice if it had included the circle pad pro stuff in it, (it certainly looks like it would have the room for it ergonomics wise), but only like 3 or 4 games use that anyway so its not a huge gripe.
    (Plus it looks kind of silly because of the slanting, but meh, its not a huge deal in the long run)

    Plus its pretty cheap.

    EDIT: I really hope nintendo put a good battery in this. Because if it had better battery life then I think people might actually start to take it more seriously!
  • Rather DashingRather Dashing
    edited August 2013
    RetroVortex wrote: »
    Nah its not such a bad idea Dashing.
    It looks oddly comfy and if you play games indoors anyway Then I don't see why you couldn't just play it and put it in a draw or something.
    The big thing is that I can't see stereoscopic 3D illusions, and I've always resented the 3DS being more expensive to accommodate a feature I'm physically incapable of using. I also don't really care about the system actually being, you know, portable. I just want to play SMT IV and Fire Emblem. The 3DS titles I'm interested in are actually just a small handful of "blockbuster" titles that I'd be happy to play in long sittings at home, my Vita is more the device I actually want to play while out and about(I have Spelunky on it now!)

    Oh, also:
    Friar wrote: »
    Ah, but makes the screens so much more breakable.
    They're going to be selling $13 cases for that.
  • Gman5852Gman5852
    edited August 2013
    Well that's a thing.

    Guess I can't really complain(or care) because it doesn't affect me, but that design...
  • RibsRibs
    edited August 2013
    Rather Dashing wrote: »
    my Vita is more the device I actually want to play while out and about(I have Spelunky on it now!)

    I'm sure you and the four other people who own a Vita feel the same way.
  • Rather DashingRather Dashing
    edited August 2013
    Ribs wrote: »
    I'm sure you and the four other people who own a Vita feel the same way.
    You say this like it's a joke, but I feel the Vita really is analogous to something like the Dreamcast or the Saturn. It is selling less well, but the people who do have one are extremely happy with it.
  • Secret FawfulSecret Fawful
    edited August 2013
    People are still happy with the Dreamcast to this day, because the Dreamcast is awesome. The Vita seems to be too, although I hate the joysticks on it.
  • der_ketzerder_ketzer
    edited August 2013
    Secret Fawful wrote: »
    People are still happy with the Dreamcast to this day, because the Dreamcast is awesome. The Vita seems to be too, although I hate the joysticks on it.

    And it's kinda lacking great games...
  • Rather DashingRather Dashing
    edited August 2013
    der_ketzer wrote: »
    And it's kinda lacking great games...
    There are a few great ones though, and there is a healthy supply of good ports, which can be good for a handheld system when you want to carry replayable titles like Spelunky and Binding of Isaac in your pocket.
  • GibbeynatorGibbeynator
    edited August 2013
    You know, people wouldn't be complaining if they designed this thing to look like an old-school, VHS-sized Gameboy. In fact, it reminds me a lot of the first-gen Gameboy Advanced.
  • der_ketzerder_ketzer
    edited August 2013
    Gibbeynator wrote: »
    You know, people wouldn't be complaining if they designed this thing to look like an old-school, VHS-sized Gameboy. In fact, it reminds me a lot of the first-gen Gameboy Advanced.

    If they'd design it like the other DS-models I'd say it's superior to the 3DS. I really don't care for the 3D feature and it can do anything the 3DS can except for that? And is cheaper? Yes please!
    But then again I cannot imagine playing on screens that are smaller than the ones on the XL.
  • ryannumber1gamerryannumber1gamer
    edited August 2013
    While the Vita may not have as many good titles as 3DS. There are still good ones.

    Uncharted Golden Abyss-Up to the same quality as the PS3 titles and great graphics and gameplay.

    Gravity Rush-Hands down the best Vita game in my opinion. The soundtrack is excellent. The graphics are great, Story is brilliant, gameplay is good and fun.

    Sly Cooper Thieves in Time-One of the best Vita games made. Its a full PS3 game ported to Vita and unlike Ratchet & Clank QForce Vita or Jak 1 HD. The framerate is not crap, the game controls well, and its the best attempt at bringing a full PS3 game to Vita and it pulled it off greatly.

    PS All-Stars-It may not be as good as Smash Bros but for what it is, its a fun multiplayer brawler

    Little Big Planet Vita-Its basically all the fun of LBP2 on the go and the ability to download levels and has great controls and gameplay and is extremely fun.

    Assassin's Creed 3 Liberation. Its a fun AC game which has the same gameplay and even features a new disguise feature

    Rayman Origins-Its the same as the console versions and extremely fun to have on the go.

    Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed-The console version on Vita again and its an extremely fun racer for Vita

    Wipeout 2048-Another fun racer on Vita

    Metal Gear Solid HD Collection-It has MGS 2 & 3 HD and it is the same fun game and the framerate is good unlike a other certain port of a PS2 game.

    Mortal Kombat-The console version on Vita and it is a really fun fighter.
  • ZeruisZeruis
    edited August 2013
    Reggie Fils-Aime, the president of Nintendo of America, told IGN that the 2DS' target audience is "that first-time handheld gaming consumer." Nintendo recommends that children be at least seven years of age to use the 3DS, so Fils-Aime says that the 2DS creates an opportunity for five- and six-year-olds.

    Ha ha.
  • TTaing987TTaing987
    edited August 2013
    Rather Dashing wrote: »
    You say this like it's a joke, but I feel the Vita really is analogous to something like the Dreamcast or the Saturn. It is selling less well, but the people who do have one are extremely happy with it.

    I have a vita, I can confirm this.
  • Shawn Of The DeadShawn Of The Dead
    edited August 2013
    Gibbeynator wrote: »
    Who cares, really? It's just a budget device for kids, let them have it.

    That's the first thing i thought when i saw it as well.
  • RibsRibs
    edited August 2013
    TTaing987 wrote: »
    I have a vita, I can confirm this.

    So at least 40% of Vita users use these forums, by my calculations...
  • Blind SniperBlind Sniper Moderator
    edited August 2013
    Make that 60% percent. Vita is underrated.
  • der_ketzerder_ketzer
    edited August 2013
    Oh i'm sure the vita is great if you have a PS3 too. I don't.
  • ryannumber1gamerryannumber1gamer
    edited August 2013
    While I have a PS3. I barely use it with my Vita. There is three Cross-Play features I like. Cross-Play, Cross-Controller, and Cross-Buy. All Vita's can cross play with anyone playing online on a PS3 on a Cross Play game. Cross Controller is good but only one game supports it and its DLC (LBP2 Cross Controller pack)

    As for Remote Play, that would be a good feature if it had a good library of games playable. Right now all I can remember is the Pixeljump games,Lego Batman,God of War Collection,Lair,BeJeweled 2, and Ico & Shadow of the Colossus Collection. You don't need a PS3 for the Vita to be great. The Vita does have great games (Gravity Rush is brilliant in my opinion).
  • MtnPeakMtnPeak
    edited August 2013
    Gibbeynator wrote: »
    Who cares, really? It's just a budget device for kids, let them have it.

    Exactly.

    Some people are on a tight budget. And I think many kids would be thrilled with this.

    It's another option for consumers. Some people reacting to this (not necessarily on this forum) sound like a bunch of overly negative gaming snobs.
  • Secret FawfulSecret Fawful
    edited August 2013
    If America got white versions, and that's a big IF, I would be tempted to buy one of these. I'd rather have a white XL, though.
  • der_ketzerder_ketzer
    edited August 2013
    Secret Fawful wrote: »
    If America got white versions, and that's a big IF, I would be tempted to buy one of these. I'd rather have a white XL, though.

    There are no white XLs in the US?
  • Secret FawfulSecret Fawful
    edited August 2013
    der_ketzer wrote: »
    There are no white XLs in the US?

    We have blue and red. Ugly pieces of shit.
  • der_ketzerder_ketzer
    edited August 2013
    You don't even get the black one? Why Nintendo? Why!!!!!!

    in Germany: Blue, Red, Pink, White, Grey, Black.
    Plus several special Editions: Blue with Fire Emblem Decal, Pikachu (yellow), Animal Crossing.

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  • Secret FawfulSecret Fawful
    edited August 2013
    Reggie. That's why.

    NoA has a history of fucking us all over.
  • LuigiHannLuigiHann
    edited August 2013
    I tend to assume that Nintendo Japan is in charge, and that NoA routinely asks for cool stuff and Japan says "Nahhh"

    But if Europe is getting cool stuff then I don't know
  • GibbeynatorGibbeynator
    edited August 2013
    I'm sure the Vita is a nice piece of hardware, however it just feels like Sony has given up on it as a console, and are turning into the must have peripheral for the PS3/PS4.
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