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New Nintendo 2DS XL - Black + Turquoise
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- A new look and ergonomic design
- Lightweight, yet powerful
- Built-in amiibo support
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Product details
- Is discontinued by manufacturer : No
- Batteries : 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
- Language : English
- Rated : Everyone
- Product Dimensions : 8.4 x 17.8 x 9.8 cm; 331.12 Grams
- Release date : July 28 2017
- Manufacturer : Nintendo of Canada
- Place of Business : Redmond, WA 98052, US
- ASIN : B071KWZ8L9
- Item model number : JANSBAAB
- Best Sellers Rank: #8,803 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
- #11 in Nintendo 3DS & 2DS Consoles
- #94 in GameCube Games & Hardware
- #311 in Nintendo Wii Games & Hardware
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"Gamers of all ages can play in style with the New Nintendo 2DS XL system. It gives you the power of the New Nintendo 3DS XL system in a streamlined, affordable package-and plays a huge library of games in 2D. Colorful accents add style, while the sleek clamshell design makes it comfortable to hold and helps to keep screens safe from scratches when closed. A fast processor offers short loading times, so you can start playing in a snap. And it's all in a lightweight, play-anywhere package. The C Stick brings enhanced controls (like intuitive camera control) to compatible games, while ZL and ZR buttons give you plenty of options. Tap an amiibo figure to the near-field communication (NFC) reader on the lower screen to enjoy amiibo features in compatible games. You can play all Nintendo 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS and most Nintendo DS games in 2D on this system. Compared to Nintendo 2DS systems
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Step up to XL screens in a lightweight, go-anywhere system. |
Tap an amiibo figure to the near-field communication (NFC) reader on the lower screen to enjoy amiibo features in compatible games. Get bonus items or content, customize your character, and more when you use amiibo figures (like Mario!) with compatible games.* |
The C Stick brings enhanced controls** (like intuitive camera control) to compatible games, while ZL and ZR buttons give you plenty of options. |
* Games, amiibo and system sold separately. Visit amiibo website for details on amiibo functionality. ** Compared to Nintendo 2DS systems. |
Lightweight, Yet Powerful
A fast processor offers short loading times, so you can start playing in a snap. And it's all in a lightweight, go-anywhere device.
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So far I've played the Hatsune Miku game and Monster Hunter Ultimate 4. Being a PC gamer most of my adult life, I've been really impressed with how this console performs and plays these games. Sure, the graphics aren't AMAZING, but for a portable handheld it's a very relaxing way to play. It's also worth mentioning that since they sacrifice graphics, you get games with stellar gameplay and content. I can already tell I'm gonna get potentially hundreds of hours out of both Monster Hunter and Miku, both have tons of replay value and are just really fun to play (I've never played any other of the games in the series, so I can't compare).
I'd say at this point this console alone for 3DS games has a solid 20+ exclusive titles to play, as well as an enormous DS library available (many of which are exclusive, never been ported, etc). Lots of remakes of DS games are coming out this year and next, some of the best games ever made in the past 10 years easily. Overall I'd highly recommend this console, it's an amazing companion to have as a PC gamer to change it up.
I was never a fan of hand-held gaming, but bought this as something to do during work breaks and during long commute times. I do not enjoy playing games on my cellular phone for the lack of actual buttons. I'm a fan of JRPGs (Japanese Role Playing Games) and picked up Shin Megami Tensei IV and Etrian Odyssey V: Beyond the Myth. I also picked up Super Mario 3D Land.
The system is equipped with two screens and a stylus (one being a touch screen) and, in all honesty, I didn't think I'd enjoy it as much as I have. The touchscreen, instead of being a gimmick, really excels as a tool supplementing gameplay in different ways, whether it be a way to access in-game inventory items on the fly, or displaying map information while exploring a dungeon; it is really neat.
The stereo speakers are decent, although not very loud, but there is a headphone jack (no headphones included). It comes shipped with a 2GB microSD card which you can upgrade later if you plan on connecting to WiFi and buying games from the Nintendo Shop. If you're using Nintendo 3DS game cartridges you can save right to the cartridge.
All-in-all, I'm very happy with this purchase. Never been a fan of hand-held consoles and yet this little device has converted me. Very entertaining. Nice work, Nintendo!
Pros (compared to other models in the 3DS series): Great grip/feel, large screens, good price. Buttons all work and feel great.
Cons: Speaker sound is bad, better off using headphones. Wish there was bluetooth, for said headphones, but I guess you can only put so much in such a small package. Plastic pen is super tiny, better off using a third party one, or one from your previous DS system. OS/interface feels dated, if childish, but this is Nintendo; more of a nitpick than a con.
All that said the cons were flaws I could notice, but none really prevented me to enjoy my games, hence 5 stars.
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Os únicos problemas que ressaltaria são que a resolução da tela nos consoles XL estica um pouco, a caneta stylus é muito pequena e a posição do ajuste de volume no console é um pouco mal pensada (fica no canto esquerdo, eventualmente minha mão altera o volume sem intenção)
My primary reason for why I got my 2DS XL is because of friends. I know, it sounds corny, but I’ve been an active part of the Pokémon community on Twitch for the past year and some. With all the friends I made through it, I really felt left out, since everyone else had a 3DS system and I only had a DSi, so I could never join my friends in the fun they were having in the newer Pokémon games.
So, let’s start with a few smaller things about the console that I love.
- On the New 2DS XL, Nintendo added a flap over the cartridge and SD card slots. It makes swapping game cards and SD cards more of a convoluted process, I admit, but its being there pretty much eliminated the problem of a cartridge being ejected during gameplay, and significantly reduced the risk of dust buildup in the system.
- The New 2DS XL has amazing stereo speakers, especially considering they’re on a mid-range handheld console from Nintendo.
- The system is snappy and has the same CPU, GPU and RAM as the New 3DS XL. I’ve only noticed slowdowns in Pokémon Ultra Moon, when there were 4 Pokémon on the field at once during a battle.
- The New 2DS XL allows you to connect to the system from a computer and manage the files on the SD card using a wireless network connection. The whole process is quite seamless and honestly really cool.
- The New 2DS XL that I purchased (white+orange) has a unique 3D design on its lid that feels like corrugated cardboard. It’s purely for aesthetic, but I love it.
- The notification LED and microphone are exactly the same size and shape, and with the front-facing camera in between, this makes the hinge perfectly symmetrical. It’s a nice attention to detail.
There are a few reasons why I say the New 2DS XL is a perfect upgrade from the DSi. For one, its MSRP is the same as a DSi’s was back in 2009 ($150). For two, it can play pretty close to every game from the original DS line, and in the eShop, you can continue to purchase and download most DSiWare titles that were originally on the DSi Shop. For three, with the 3DS Transfer Tool on both the DSi Shop and in the New 2DS XL’s settings, you can transfer all your old DSiWare titles and photos from your DSi. Just be aware that you can’t transfer DSiWare save data, and once transferred, you won’t be able to play them on your DSi anymore.
I believe there’s a reason the New 2DS XL has the same MSRP that the DSi used to have, and that’s because the New 2DS XL is essentially a perfect blend of the original DSi and the New 3DS XL. Heck, they even put the Home button on the New 2DS XL in the same place as the Power button on the DSi (which, on the DSi, was used to both return to the home screen and shut down the system), just for the sake of making the two consoles feel similar on a usability standpoint! And it really shows, because I was able to get the hang of using the Home button to suspend software right out of the box, thanks to my muscle memories from the DSi. Another neat little similarity between the two is that if you still have a charger for your DSi, you can continue to use that charger because the two consoles share the same connector. And as an added bonus, after receiving backlash for not including chargers with the New 3DS XL, Nintendo decided to change that by including a wall charger for the system with every 2DS XL. As a result, when I got my 2DS XL, this gave me two chargers to use (since I still had my original DSi charger): one that I keep at home and another that I use when I’m on the go.
It’s not all sunshine and rainbows though, and I do have a small list of complaints. Regarding the console itself, I wish Nintendo positioned the stylus holder differently, because its being positioned on the front of the system rather than on the right-hand side means the stylus is only about 2” in length. I also wish they added a battery door like they did on the DSi, because the internal nature of the New 2DS XL’s battery means that if you ever need to replace it, you’ll need to open up the entire system to access the battery bay. If you have the tools you need and have confidence in your skills with disassembling electronics, it’s a quick and easy job, and iFixit has a guide for this process, but a battery door could have made replacing the battery a lot less intimidating for those who have never opened a device before (although it’s still way easier than replacing a smartphone battery).
On a software level, my only complaint has to do with adjusting screen brightness. To adjust the brightness on a 3DS, you have to visit the Home Menu’s Settings panel. This works rather nicely with many 3DS titles, since they can be suspended and resumed after adjusting the brightness. But since original DS games such as Pokémon Black Version can’t be suspended like 3DS titles can, this creates a problem. In cases like this, logically, you would have to save and quit the game to access this menu. But not all is lost, as it is possible to adjust brightness without quitting the game (all you have to do is hold Start and use up and down on the D-pad to adjust this). The process on the New 2DS XL is quite different from the DSi, where you could hold Select and use the volume buttons to adjust the brightness at any point, and the “Start + D-Pad” method only works in original DS titles, which immediately makes it feel very different from the DSi’s operation, which worked across the system, no matter what you were doing. Nintendo doesn’t exactly make it easy for the user to figure out how to adjust the brightness from within older games (I had no idea that this was even possible until I read through the system’s on-board digital manual myself), and due to how used to the DSi’s adjustment process I was, this made breaking the habit a bit hard for me. But you can’t have everything perfect after all, so kudos to them for making it possible in the first place, even if it did take me a little while to get the hang of.
I’ve had my New 2DS XL for just under 3 months now as of the time this review was first published, and because of how much I’m able to do with it and how much fun its games are, I haven’t regretted my purchase of the system for a second. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading from your original DSi, or if you’re looking to buy your first DS system, you really can’t go wrong with the New 2DS XL. Sure, it loses a few features from the New 3DS XL, but it’s far more capable than the DSi (although that’s a given, considering the DSi was replaced by the 3DS line). The system is designed very well, making it easy on your hands when holding it for long periods of time. The folding design makes the system extremely portable (I can easily fit it into one of my pockets). The New 2DS XL is essentially what the DSi would be if it was released in 2018, and I can definitely see myself using the New 2DS XL for another 9 years, just like I did with my DSi.
And for those who made it to the end of this long-winded review, I have a few lifehacks and bits of advice for current and future New 2DS XL owners:
- There is a free YouTube app available on the Nintendo eShop, but I’ve noticed that using the system’s Internet Browser to watch YouTube videos actually gets you a better experience.
- When playing videos using the system’s internet browser, you can use the C-Stick to adjust playback speed in weird and fun ways.
- If you had a wrist strap or accessory charm on your DSi, there is no way to attach it to the New 2DS XL, since the console lacks the accessory loop that the DSi had. I learned this the hard way.
- I recommend switching out the 4GB microSD card that comes with the system for a larger one. I use a 32GB microSDHC card in mine, and it does the job just fine.
- All versions of the New 2DS XL come with a black stylus. If you want a stylus that matches your system color more, or if you want a stylus that stands out more on a dark surface, you can purchase those separately. Just make sure they’re compatible with the New 2DS XL.
- The New 2DS XL has several regional codes (also known as region-locks). Systems purchased in and formatted for each region will only work with eShop games and cartridges that match the system’s regional code. A New 2DS XL from the United States will be unable to play a 3DS game cartridge that came from Japan.
I hope you found my review helpful and that it allows you to make a more informed purchase. And to those who choose to buy a New 2DS XL, I hope you get countless hours of enjoyment out of it!
*Be advised: in my second photo, my New 2DS XL has “Project Mirai: DX” in its game card slot. This game is not included with any New 2DS XL system available in the United States, and was purchased separately after I got the console.
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2018
My primary reason for why I got my 2DS XL is because of friends. I know, it sounds corny, but I’ve been an active part of the Pokémon community on Twitch for the past year and some. With all the friends I made through it, I really felt left out, since everyone else had a 3DS system and I only had a DSi, so I could never join my friends in the fun they were having in the newer Pokémon games.
So, let’s start with a few smaller things about the console that I love.
- On the New 2DS XL, Nintendo added a flap over the cartridge and SD card slots. It makes swapping game cards and SD cards more of a convoluted process, I admit, but its being there pretty much eliminated the problem of a cartridge being ejected during gameplay, and significantly reduced the risk of dust buildup in the system.
- The New 2DS XL has amazing stereo speakers, especially considering they’re on a mid-range handheld console from Nintendo.
- The system is snappy and has the same CPU, GPU and RAM as the New 3DS XL. I’ve only noticed slowdowns in Pokémon Ultra Moon, when there were 4 Pokémon on the field at once during a battle.
- The New 2DS XL allows you to connect to the system from a computer and manage the files on the SD card using a wireless network connection. The whole process is quite seamless and honestly really cool.
- The New 2DS XL that I purchased (white+orange) has a unique 3D design on its lid that feels like corrugated cardboard. It’s purely for aesthetic, but I love it.
- The notification LED and microphone are exactly the same size and shape, and with the front-facing camera in between, this makes the hinge perfectly symmetrical. It’s a nice attention to detail.
There are a few reasons why I say the New 2DS XL is a perfect upgrade from the DSi. For one, its MSRP is the same as a DSi’s was back in 2009 ($150). For two, it can play pretty close to every game from the original DS line, and in the eShop, you can continue to purchase and download most DSiWare titles that were originally on the DSi Shop. For three, with the 3DS Transfer Tool on both the DSi Shop and in the New 2DS XL’s settings, you can transfer all your old DSiWare titles and photos from your DSi. Just be aware that you can’t transfer DSiWare save data, and once transferred, you won’t be able to play them on your DSi anymore.
I believe there’s a reason the New 2DS XL has the same MSRP that the DSi used to have, and that’s because the New 2DS XL is essentially a perfect blend of the original DSi and the New 3DS XL. Heck, they even put the Home button on the New 2DS XL in the same place as the Power button on the DSi (which, on the DSi, was used to both return to the home screen and shut down the system), just for the sake of making the two consoles feel similar on a usability standpoint! And it really shows, because I was able to get the hang of using the Home button to suspend software right out of the box, thanks to my muscle memories from the DSi. Another neat little similarity between the two is that if you still have a charger for your DSi, you can continue to use that charger because the two consoles share the same connector. And as an added bonus, after receiving backlash for not including chargers with the New 3DS XL, Nintendo decided to change that by including a wall charger for the system with every 2DS XL. As a result, when I got my 2DS XL, this gave me two chargers to use (since I still had my original DSi charger): one that I keep at home and another that I use when I’m on the go.
It’s not all sunshine and rainbows though, and I do have a small list of complaints. Regarding the console itself, I wish Nintendo positioned the stylus holder differently, because its being positioned on the front of the system rather than on the right-hand side means the stylus is only about 2” in length. I also wish they added a battery door like they did on the DSi, because the internal nature of the New 2DS XL’s battery means that if you ever need to replace it, you’ll need to open up the entire system to access the battery bay. If you have the tools you need and have confidence in your skills with disassembling electronics, it’s a quick and easy job, and iFixit has a guide for this process, but a battery door could have made replacing the battery a lot less intimidating for those who have never opened a device before (although it’s still way easier than replacing a smartphone battery).
On a software level, my only complaint has to do with adjusting screen brightness. To adjust the brightness on a 3DS, you have to visit the Home Menu’s Settings panel. This works rather nicely with many 3DS titles, since they can be suspended and resumed after adjusting the brightness. But since original DS games such as Pokémon Black Version can’t be suspended like 3DS titles can, this creates a problem. In cases like this, logically, you would have to save and quit the game to access this menu. But not all is lost, as it is possible to adjust brightness without quitting the game (all you have to do is hold Start and use up and down on the D-pad to adjust this). The process on the New 2DS XL is quite different from the DSi, where you could hold Select and use the volume buttons to adjust the brightness at any point, and the “Start + D-Pad” method only works in original DS titles, which immediately makes it feel very different from the DSi’s operation, which worked across the system, no matter what you were doing. Nintendo doesn’t exactly make it easy for the user to figure out how to adjust the brightness from within older games (I had no idea that this was even possible until I read through the system’s on-board digital manual myself), and due to how used to the DSi’s adjustment process I was, this made breaking the habit a bit hard for me. But you can’t have everything perfect after all, so kudos to them for making it possible in the first place, even if it did take me a little while to get the hang of.
I’ve had my New 2DS XL for just under 3 months now as of the time this review was first published, and because of how much I’m able to do with it and how much fun its games are, I haven’t regretted my purchase of the system for a second. If you’ve been thinking about upgrading from your original DSi, or if you’re looking to buy your first DS system, you really can’t go wrong with the New 2DS XL. Sure, it loses a few features from the New 3DS XL, but it’s far more capable than the DSi (although that’s a given, considering the DSi was replaced by the 3DS line). The system is designed very well, making it easy on your hands when holding it for long periods of time. The folding design makes the system extremely portable (I can easily fit it into one of my pockets). The New 2DS XL is essentially what the DSi would be if it was released in 2018, and I can definitely see myself using the New 2DS XL for another 9 years, just like I did with my DSi.
And for those who made it to the end of this long-winded review, I have a few lifehacks and bits of advice for current and future New 2DS XL owners:
- There is a free YouTube app available on the Nintendo eShop, but I’ve noticed that using the system’s Internet Browser to watch YouTube videos actually gets you a better experience.
- When playing videos using the system’s internet browser, you can use the C-Stick to adjust playback speed in weird and fun ways.
- If you had a wrist strap or accessory charm on your DSi, there is no way to attach it to the New 2DS XL, since the console lacks the accessory loop that the DSi had. I learned this the hard way.
- I recommend switching out the 4GB microSD card that comes with the system for a larger one. I use a 32GB microSDHC card in mine, and it does the job just fine.
- All versions of the New 2DS XL come with a black stylus. If you want a stylus that matches your system color more, or if you want a stylus that stands out more on a dark surface, you can purchase those separately. Just make sure they’re compatible with the New 2DS XL.
- The New 2DS XL has several regional codes (also known as region-locks). Systems purchased in and formatted for each region will only work with eShop games and cartridges that match the system’s regional code. A New 2DS XL from the United States will be unable to play a 3DS game cartridge that came from Japan.
I hope you found my review helpful and that it allows you to make a more informed purchase. And to those who choose to buy a New 2DS XL, I hope you get countless hours of enjoyment out of it!
*Be advised: in my second photo, my New 2DS XL has “Project Mirai: DX” in its game card slot. This game is not included with any New 2DS XL system available in the United States, and was purchased separately after I got the console.