Customer Ratings & Reviews

Bought this for my 7yr old and he loves it. It can record videos unlike the smaller 3ds. Bigger screen as well.

The bigger screen makes the game really pop out at you! The sound is also much better than the 3ds. Love it!!!

My child loves this one. It is portable we found cheap games. A very nice game system. The color makes it pop.

Great for kids! My eight yr old son loves this! You cAn take pictures, video, etc. Great for long car rides!

My son is 16 and just bought a Nintendo 3DS. Yes he is a gamer, but he loves it. Battery life is excellent.

This was a gift for my daughter and she's absolutely in love with it. Very easy to use and fun to play with!

Nintendo was wise in increasing the screen size. Internet connectivity has improved since the DSi. Overall system is comfortable to hold despite its larger size. The 3D is nice, but can definitely induce a bit of nausea after a while. However, that's a nope pricy of viewing any 3D media over an extended period.

The 3ds xl is the besty option to play on the go. Get Fire emblem awakening if youre into strategy rpgs.

I Love this system. The larger screen is fantastic and there is a lot to play with even without a game!

im so glad i finally got a 3ds for myself, the 3d is really cool and theres plenty of good games for it

The 3D is a bit of a gimmick, and you wont want to use it for any long playing sessions but its easy to turn down the efect or turn it off. You'll want the larger screen though. Easy to learn and pick up, the system does a great job of introducing you to how it works and guiding you through the features.

Completely trumps all other handhelds. All the controls are so easy and its not too small of a screen!

I'll just elaborate on some of the pros and cons here... PROS Games: The 3DS is compatible with both 3DS /and/ standard DS games, and there are hundreds of amazing titles between the two handhelds. Even if you don't travel much (I mostly play mine at home), there are so many unique experiences to be found on here that don't exist on the bigger consoles (XBOX, Playstation, etc.). This is great on-the-go or at home. Streetpass: This is a really neat feature that allows one 3DS to passively communicate with another 3DS within a certain range, exchanging avatars and gaming data with each other without any effort from the user. Nintendo also recently implemented a "relay" system that allows you to Streetpass with the last person who visited a Nintendo Zone (located at places like Best Buy and McD's), so it's easier to get tags without having to pass another 3DS user in real time. Apps: While this is primarily a gaming system, it has its share of fun apps, including Augmented Reality (where your real life surroundings become the background for different games); Swapnote (which lets you swap letters or drawings with friends using various stationary -- you can even add short soundbites to them); Netflix (can't have enough devices with this on it, and it works just fine on here); built-in pedometer that tracks your steps and awards you with "play coins" that can be redeemed for various in-game items, new stationary, etc. (note: you can only earn 10 coins per day, which requires 1000 steps (about 10 minutes)); activity log that keeps track of literally everything you do; and an eShop for purchasing all manner of digital games, from the latest retail games to old Nintendo classics like the original Mario Bros. or Zelda. CONS Battery Life: This was improved with the XL version, but it's still short (3-8 hours depending on things like your level of activity and the 3D setting). A non-issue for me, since I mostly play at home, but it's something to consider for those who might be traveling for long times without a power source. Touch Screen: This will get scratched, and quickly. Obviously certain games require more intense use of the stylus than others, but I highly recommend you invest in a pair of Hori screen protectors (one for the top and bottom screens) for under $10. A scratched screen doesn't seem to impair function too much, but it's grating and aesthetically unpleasant. The protectors are easy to remove and replace, and your screens will remain in pristine condition. 3D: Results will vary from person to person and game to game, but it doesn't do much for me. It's a fun gimmick, and I like to turn it on during cutscenes or 3D movies, but I rarely play games in 3D. It's been known to give some people headaches and shouldn't be used by children under 7. A 2DS is coming out at a bargain price for the holiday that might be a better option for those who don't want 3D and don't mind the new form factor, but still want access to all the great DS and 3DS software. Web Browser: I don't think this could be any worse. I have my fingers crossed that Nintendo will improve it in the future, but as of now, it's a mess. It is super handy to look up some websites like Gamefaqs for information while I'm playing a game (the browser and apps/games can run simultaneously), but you won't want to use it for general browsing; most pages aren't formatted at all or just don't load all the assets. On balance, however, this is an amazing piece of hardware that I would recommend to anyone of any age who likes great games or just wants to play around with cool technology. 5 stars.

Bought this for Grandson when he was in the hospital and have found that it is great for road trips also.

I love that you can choose to play in 3D or switch the feature off. It it great for the whole family.

My kid got the 3DS XL from "Santa" this year, and he loves it! With exhilarating 3D graphics, it's a different ballgame from the Gameboys of my time, but all the same fun I remember getting out of those games and more. With access to YouTube, cameras, internet browser, and customizable backgrounds, I find myself sneaking into the playroom to borrow it after his bedtime! Would recommend this for your little ones all the way up to gramps!

If it wasn't for my younger brothers, I probably wouldn't have bought one but after asking around, I was convinced to get one. Now I'm not the avid gamer I once was but I still enjoy a great game. Comparing a DS and 3DS is like comparing a cheap car and a sports car. Lots of additions and enhancements and well worth it. Sure technology improves and Nintendo will come out with something better down the line but for now, the 3DS XL is worth it.

My 7 year old daughter loves her DS and it's so easy for her to play and not too big for her hands.

Portable with hours of entertainment. Lots of games and apps available. Works online and offline.

I love that the battery charge last for a long time and in no time it charges pretty fast. The clarity of the screen while in 2d or 3d. The size of the 3DS XL I love, my son uses this game and im glad he does not strain his eyes to play.