I like the 3D, especially in Capcom games, they do a way more better job than Nintendo to my surprise. MH Generations and RE: Revelations is Capcom's /Crème/ /de/ /la/ /Crème/ of 3D in the system, the only Nintendo game to come close to it's use in 3D effect is Super Mario Land, strange how they started so well only to not really put much effort into it. (Flipnote Studio 3D is not a game but I think it is worth mentioning: plus it really depends how smart/good you are in making the drawings pop out)
@@menantumakawak the 3d game is only used in some games as mechanics, but it *is* a welldone effect, so if you're into that, then you should buy the new 3ds xl. also the new 3ds xl has better sound and quality overall
Jade LeyAnna Not me, but other family members are merciless. Siblings will forget your warning, and might touch it after telling them, “don’t touch the screen please” Or cousins you let test out your device, might be like, “What’s this?” And touch the screen. This has happened to me a ton when I let them try my original, original 3DS.
I traded in my 3ds xl for a 2ds xl a few months back and honestly it’s the best decision I’ve ever made, the screen just looks so much more sleek and compact; I say compact meaning it looks more portable but the screen looks relatively larger than before. It’s not all too bad and I’ve heard around that they put a better processor in the new 2ds xl so games run a little smoother and they load faster
Yes i agree. n2ds xl also installs games faster than n3ds though for me, i like the design of new 3ds. However, n2ds xl is better in overall. Just my opinion. ✌🏻
Well ofc it sucks... if you already have a 3DS. The new 2DS XL is meant for people who don't have a 3DS and don't want to spend a lot of money, but still want to play the games.
@Rani Khatri but its still called a 3DS. Parents who dont know about that switch wont buy it. they rebranded it. its newer its faster. and its 2d. that shit sells for kids with eye vision problems
The 2DS XL is my only handheld, and it's amazing. It's lighter, smaller, faster, has big screens, and you don't have to unscrew the back to get the MicroSD card.
@@user-eb2eg2gf5g sorry for late reply Yes, my 2ds is still in great condition, only a few scratches from the previous owner, if you are new to the 3ds family, go for the new 2ds xl or the new 3ds xl.
I think the 3DS XL will become the most collectable simply because it will be the most feature filled iteration, and one of the only ways to experience 3D.
The new 3DS XL feels more premium while the 2DS XL is cheaper the only thing I could really say that gives the 2DS XL an advantage is the lighter wait holding a 3DS XL for long periods can hurt after awhile depending on how you hold it
I’ve got both. I like the 2DS XL better. The form factor is just so much more comfortable in the hands compared to the new 3DS XL. Only cons are that the speakers aren’t louder and the screen is a bit better in quality on the new one, only by a small margin though. Oh and it’s much lighter
Even though the 2DS is slightly brighter, one thing I’ve noticed is that the 2DS has a LOT of glare which would be extremely painful outdoors. Also the finger prints are annoying. Would have also liked to hear about the durability. I want to know about the hinges.
i mean you dont have to touch the top screen or it's border so finger print aint that big of a problem but it is really shiny so glare could def be a problem
Michelle Hughes did you read what i wrote? They can TURN IT OFF, if it hurts thier eyes. Having the 2 options in case you ever want to experience the awesome 3d. Is better than not having the option at all. i Understand if its a money thing and you can't afford the 3ds.
Michelle Hughes plus the new 3ds xl feels a lot more well made. My 2ds seems weaker and is harder to hold in my bigger hands. Where the 3ds cl fits better
I disagree with the notion that the 3D is a gimmick. I play all my games in 3D and much prefer it to the regular 2D because for me the experience is enhanced the screen almost makes you feel like you are looking into a mini world on the screen
Ya know, being a gimmick isn't an inherently bad thing. It's just dented something being a novelty, which 3D has always been. But that doesn't mean it can't still be pretty cool. I use the 3D all the time on my OG model.
Y’all are weird my eyes aren’t the best and I don’t have any problems with the 3d unless I play for a hour plus and even then my eyes only get a little watery and that’s with the 3d fully turned up
The 3D on the new new3DSXL is amazingly good. It isn't just a gimmick... anymore. In fact, it's an advantage over the new2DSXL and, believe it or not, over the Switch. I bought the Switch first and then a couple months later, the new3DSXL and I have to say it is my favorite of the two.
It would have been interesting had they made a new 2ds in addition to the new 2ds xl. I really prefer the way there 2ds feels in the hands as well as the way it looks so having it slightly redesigned and be given the power boost of the new 3ds line would have been really cool.
Jorgy Porgy, getting it for my birthday on the 12th. I'd still say though, if you don't care about the 3D and would like a 50$ discount, the 2ds is for you
This is what I did when the new 3Ds XL came out. I love the system, but I kind of want to pick up the 2Ds XL as well. I prefer it's design and I rarely use the 3D to begin with; also the 3Ds is heavy and bulkier.
For someone that suffers from hand problems, and has had an XL 3DS in his hands and got his eyes hurt, I think I'll be going with the 2DS. The lightweight design is a huge bonus for me.
Pros/Cons SUMMARY: New 2DS XL has more glare, much worse camera placement, much worse speaker placement, much worse slider placement, a more delicate and lower quality formfactor, a shorter stylus, and a smaller battery. The New 3D with infrared eye tracking works considerably better than the non eye tracking 3D did on the old 3DS. The best game on the system is SM3DLand and it utilizes the function extremely well, in fact it makes it easier and more natural to traverse the levels and platforming. There are no benefits to the New 2DS other than lightness. I much prefer the thicker width of the New 3DS XL because it means the buttons and D Pad are up higher, so you have more room to stretch your fingers out.
Here I found the 2DSXL more comfortable, because of that lightness, and especially the rounder design. It's very noticeable for me on the shoulder buttons, it feels better in a longer play session, less cramping. That top screen feels junky though, to be sure. After seeing seeing it was just some razor thin plastic glued/clipped together I can understand why lol
It's not a gimmick. I like the 3D, much like how I like parallax scrolling in the old games. That being said, the best is the NEW SNES 3DS XL. Nintendo did good in designing that system.
I Love the looks of the new 2DS XL. It just feels way too fragile for me due to the bar in the middle being shorter. And also I actually love and value 3D, so I bought the new 3DSXL
Definitely made the right choice waiting on getting a new DS when the New 2DS XL came out. My old 3DS when I first got it is great and all but now looking into the New 2DS XL it's much thinner and the screen is much larger and clearer to see. I didn't much liked or cared for the 3D aspect of the 3DS which was why I much prefer the 2DS more. 3 or 4 years later today I came back into playing my New 2DS XL again because of the news about the eShop shutting down servers for them and I had never had the chance of playing some other games, so I ended up buying all the Ace Attorney games, the Shin Megami Tensei games, Stella Glow, and Radiant Historia as they were all on sale this past few weeks all for 70% off so now I have 11 new games to play and enjoy for a long time.
Love my 2ds XL, don’t like how it feels a little cheep in the hand, and the screen wobbles quite a bit. The 3ds XL might have a better construction, but it is bigger and heavier.
I've enjoyed my 2ds xl very much coming from an older 3ds xl myself and so far it seems definitely worth it, plus if you've got butter finger luck like I do the 2ds xl may be great for you since it's nowhere near as heavy. I feels good to hold and plays just as any ds would be expected to play, I don't really mind the speakers being on the bottom half for it seems to have good surround sound to me (in my opinion). All in all it's definitely a good deal if you've never used the 3d function. Side note the normal 2ds is annoyingly clunky and blocky but the 2ds xl fits nicely in pockets being smaller than the new 3ds xl.
I have an original 3DS and I keep the 3D enabled all the time. Maybe one day I'll upgrade to a New 3DS. I think all the "XL" consoles look a bit pixelated.
@Mr McMahon No, "super stable 3D" itself is worth investing more money. It's huge improvement. Not mentioning about the fact that if you mod it, you can enable all CPU cores for ALL games, many games have a huge boost in loading speed and FPS.
If someone wants to buy one, get the 3ds, I got a 2ds xl and it always has problems such as it not reading the game, freezing and crashing but mine might just be faulty
Hi. with the 3DS XL 3D turned off and the 2DS XL would you say the battery life is comparable? Or is the latter still slightly better? Is the 3DS XL speakers (being on the front) sounds better than the 2DS XL? Which console do you think has a slightly brighter screen and warmer tone? And which one loads games a bit faster? Cheers.
It’s kind of a shame Nintendo never presented anything amazing about this system, it’s just a bigger 3DS with some new buttons. Even the three exclusive games aren’t much considering they are available on other platforms such as the Wii, Xbox, and switch
I think the best recommendation would be to TRY both before deciding. Some people absolutely love the 3D (which is WAY better than it was on the original 3DS btw), while others don't care about it. Also, many people say that the build quality of the 3DS XL (buttons, hinge, overall quality) is superior to the 2DS XL, so that may be important to you. I bought a 2DS XL and really liked it. However, 2 days after I received it, Amazon Prime day had a brand new 3DS XL Super Nintendo Edition, with a charger and Mario Kart, for $150. I missed the sale, but it got me to start researching, and I found that many people do love the 3D. So I sold the 2DS on eBay and ordered a new 3DS XL for $175. The 2DS got the job done, but I'm the kind of person who is very curious about what I may be missing with the 3D.
@@mshayashi It was a New 3DS XL that was also brand new. Those were the days lol. $150 for a brand new New 3DS XL. These days, that same one is going for $350-$400 on eBay used. Since they discontinued the 3DS the prices have skyrocketed
@@CompleteProducer84 Woow! As for me, at first I was thinking to buy the Nintendo 2DS LL... After several research, I've bought the Nintendo 3DS LL(this week), on Amazon...the price was quite reasonable...second hand, obviously...about the same price of the Nintendo 2DS LL. I'm looking forward to playing with it...still waiting to arrive.
@@CompleteProducer84 I neve had Nintendo...The other console that I had(for short time) is the Sega Game Gear... So, I don't understand this [Mod] thing that I've heard on many videos. I have many things to study and learn about Mod.
Build quality aside, the 2DS Xl looks so modern and crisp. The ebay prices for the new 3DS XL is insane, 300+ for a console that hasn't been beaten to hell, 250+ for one thats scratched to shit. Meanwhile you can get a mint 2ds xl for less than 120 on eBay. I think for the price the 2ds xl is an absolute steal and actually edges out the new 3ds xl overall. More convenient to use, brighter screen, no gimmicky 3d
What would push me more to the 3DSXL here is the position of the speakers. On the 2DSXL the speakers are pointing at your palm while the3DSXL has the speakers pointing at your face. Of course, that doesn't matter if you're using headphones. :/
Bought a New 2DS XL a month ago and brought it back today to exchange it for a 3DS. The matte finish and lack of feet means it will scratch really easily, it doesn’t fit my hands as well as the 3DS, it has less character than the 3DS, the stylus is too short, my palms tended to block the speakers, and the flimsy game cartridge cover is annoying and bound to break off over time. The 3DS may be bigger and heavier, but it feels more robust and lacks the idiotic design choices of the 2DS. So far I’m much happier with the 3DS.
In my opinion, the New 3DS XL is the most durable in the family... I have one and have dropped it countless times and there's only a few minor scratches to show for it!
I'll think I will stick to my NEW 3DS XL with the top IPS screen and a bottom TN screen. Since both screens on the NEW 2DS XL are TN. The speaker sound and placement on the NEW 2DS XL could have been better. However, as a first time buyer of the 3DS gaming experience, I think the NEW 2DS XL is the way to go.
DrMacintosh Yes, the whole screen thing is a gamble for the NEW 3DS and NEW 3DS XL. The NEW 2DS XL will be TN top and TN bottom. This helps Nintendo to keep the cost down and include an AC Adapter with the product. Now, TN screens are not terrible, but there is a difference between IPS and TN and the way the TOP screen is very "shiny" really doesn't help the situation. As I said before, I still think for a first time buyer, the NEW 2DS XL is a great option.
Wellp. As much as I like the New 3DS XL, the upper screen just breaks everything. As you said, both screens have different lighting technologies... and it shows. The upper screen is way warmer than the bottom screen and that sucks. It gets a cooler tint once I turn the 3D on. IMO the best color calibration is on the DSi's screens which display clean whites and an overall cooler color calibration .
I never had a DSi, I had an original DS and then replaced it with a DS Lite(which is just amazing). I had an original 3DS XL(not realizing the whole IPS and TN screens at the time). I then traded it in for a NEW 3DS XL, which I enjoy so much more.
Got a New 2DS XL recently cuz my old 3DS XL stopped working & it sucked not being able to play games for like 3 months. I got the Black and Blue one cuz that's all they had (the Pokéball one is much more expensive online and I wanted to play games asap bit hopefully they make nice shells for it soon). So far I think it's great & screens do look brighter, feels lighter & I hope it's much better built than the old 3ds so it lasts (transferring accounts to a New system when one doesn't work is a pain in the ass btw, you lose all your digital save data and have to re-download if you have to call Nintendo Support, they need to make accounts cloud based not console based).
I've had both and can honestly say that I like the 2DS XL better, it's lighter and doesn't hurt my hands, plus the 3D function doesn't even look that great and I always had it turned off. The 3DS XL does feel more premium, and the screen is a bit wobblier on the 2DS XL. They're both good consoles but I'd pick the 2DS XL.
Now in 2020 you can buy the New 2DS XL for only $99 US Dlls at walmart it also comes with Mario Kart 7 pre- installed :) so I bought it and transfer all my data and games from the normal 3DSXL to this one because the upper screen broke 2 years ago so it was a good purchase for me now that I have all my games back ;) oh and nice review btw
@@gustavoroque8830 And btw I already hacked the 2DS XL totally recommended all you need is an micro sd card depending on the size you get more games, and with a little help of a youtube tutorial you can have a massive library of games like Mario 64 port, All snes, nes, gameboy color and advance games, psone games, neo geo games, regular DS and 3DS games for free ;) I updated my 64gb micro sd card for a 128gb this thing is a homebrew beast so if you see one get one because nintendo is no longer making these systems anymore
Im a 2DS guy. Both on the classic and on the new generation. The classic 2Ds is pretty basic but its SO CONFORTABLE and besides the audio quality and stylus size the New 2DS design is way cooler than New 3DS design. I get that there are some people that are into that 3D stuff and likes a more classic design but thats not for me
I recommend the New 3DS and New 3DS XL over the New 2DS XL because the New 2DS XL's speakers are located at the very bottom of the handheld, which causes muffling problems.
Take it from someone who was forced to use a new 2DS XL after my new 3DS XL broke, this thing is horrible in comparison. I thought it was fine at first, but the problems grew in size over the course of only 1 year. The system attracts grease like crazy. the top screen is so terrible it actually hurts my eyes. the circle pad is weirdly slippery on the surface, but the actual pad itself can’t move smoothly, so it’s like the worst of both worlds. The system itself feels terrible to hold, it always gives me hand cramps after less than an hour of play. Everyone’s always like “it’s so light” but that’s not a good thing, it’s very bottom heavy, it has no balance. The top screen just feels flimsy, it’s always falling forward and backward when I’m trying to play. I’m so glad I finally got my new 3DS XL fixed, now I really appreciate every little design detail Nintendo put in to make sure it didn’t feel like crap. The 2DS XL is so much cheaper for a reason, it’s a cheap flimsy piece of crap.
Im not sure wich i should choose... Only thing i dont like about 2ds is the speaker position... And the only thing i dont like about the 3ds is the sd card position... And what i dont like about both is that they not more have a slot for normal SD cards...
I would go with a 3ds. It has more features to it but if you just want to play some games then I would go with the 2ds because its cheaper. I hope you decide soon.
I love my 2DS XL, I just wish it had better grip to it, mine nearly slipped outta my hand a couple of times. Also I wish it had a way to put a wrist strap on it like the 3DS XL for the same dropping reason.
I like 3ds more because we all have that moment that you will say "ohh how will this look in 3d" but at the end of the day it will just depend in youre personal preference but still i respect youre opinion :)
I bought them both in 2021 Both are amazing but quality and design wise N3DS XL is better. But if you really don't give a shit about design and just want to play games then buy N2DS XL. For me I wanted a premium console with IPS display and bought 2 N3DS models and it's amazing. But with my N2DS XL I can go anywhere and don't have to worry dropping it or so. It's quite comfortable in my hands.
"My one misgiving about the device is the hinge, which can be adjusted between three positions: one at a right angle, one completely flat, and one somewhere in between. But each of the positions has a little give to it that can cause the screen to wobble when moved around. I know, small problem." Many people seem to have this little issue...
I love my 2ds xl but i wish i can trade it in for a new 3ds xl. 1. Sound. Sound on 2ds xl is actual ass 2. I feel like the top screen is so easily breakable 3. It feels a little cheap.
yea i barely notice a difference, the new 2ds xl is cheaper, with a usb charger only issue i ever had was the volume..new 3ds xl isnt worth it if you already dont have it, but if you do - then there would be no reason to upgrade or change. but for someone without either I would clearly go for the New 2DS XL = cheaper, lighter, much easier to access the SD card slot (thank god) and overall thinner, less bulk, the sound volume is my only real issue as for the screen , i notice almost no difference, you'd have to be real nitpicky to find an issue...battery life I haven't noticed it much. Again mainly small differences.
I just bought a new 3ds xl over the weekend, the top screen is IPS and the bottom NT... honestly you hardly notice anything unless you try to play the games not facing the console and looking from the side... and who does that?
Although the new 2DS has a very wobbly hinge, I think it works better for people (like me) who don’t use the 3D setting. Why spend extra money for a feature that you’ll never use?
Posted three years ago? It literally feels like the new 2ds came out yesterday
Ikr
Now it’s discontinued lol
Yep
Yeah me too
I just popped in Monster hunter 4 and it was awesome just like I remembered
Lol the new 2ds looks like a smartphone attached to a mobile gamepad.
super koopa 64 makes you wish Nintendo would make a cool handheld gaming device/phone hybrid
Or to be exact,an iphone 6 without any of those buttons
Which makes it look like a cheap copy of the 3ds
super koopa 64 Beautiful
TheMemeGamer 31 more like iPhone 4
I literally can't count how many words this guy said in the first 4 seconds.
I literally can't literally right now. Literally.
Nice last name.
17
Roughly 22 maybe 23
Hey what's upziouwzouwssss
3Ds owners: 3DS IS BETTER
2Ds owners: 2DS IS BETTER
Meme Cream Haha yeah it’s like Iphone vs Android all over again 😂
2DS is better
3DS is better
GaMeBoY aVaNcEd Is BeTtEr
3DS IS BETTER
DS = 40 DOLLARS (right now, not when it first came out)
2DS = 80 DOLLARS
3DS = 110 DOLLARS
2DS XL = 150 DOLLARS
3DS XL = 180 DOLLARS
i just shit meself
BloxyAxel dsi
dont wanna call em all "new"
2ds xl = new 2ds xl
BloxyAxel the new 3ds xl is 199.99$
3ds: 3d
2ds: no 3d
Final: who uses 3D anymore
I might be blind, but I have 2ds XL and to me it seem (obviously) more pixelated, it kinda hurts my eyes. But in this video it looks as good as 3ds xl
@@lamb9642
Go to eye doctor
I am not joking because realizing the problem in a young age is better than anything
I like the 3D, especially in Capcom games, they do a way more better job than Nintendo to my surprise.
MH Generations and RE: Revelations is Capcom's /Crème/ /de/ /la/ /Crème/ of 3D in the system, the only Nintendo game to come close to it's use in 3D effect is Super Mario Land, strange how they started so well only to not really put much effort into it.
(Flipnote Studio 3D is not a game but I think it is worth mentioning: plus it really depends how smart/good you are in making the drawings pop out)
i use the 3d, it doubles the resolution so games look nicer
i use 3d all the time
I'm still waiting for the Newer 3DSi Lite XL to be announced
lol bro there will be no more models for the 3ds
L3mon T He’s kidding.
@@l3mont377 no there will be new DS models like 4ds
@@l3mont377 Whoooooooooooooooosh.
L3mon T r/wooosh
Ahh, the good old days when the retail prices were lower than the resell value.
How to convert 3DS into a 2DS:
- Slide the 3D effect off
@Omgguy actually you were paying for the screen size, battery, and the new 3ds games, so now the price is a bit outdated
@@coronelfalk what does he meant by the fact that 3d screen is barely use? I want to buy new 3ds but keep rethinking it
@@menantumakawak the 3d game is only used in some games as mechanics, but it *is* a welldone effect, so if you're into that, then you should buy the new 3ds xl. also the new 3ds xl has better sound and quality overall
@@coronelfalk ahh i see, thanks. Is there a lot of game tho that uses the 3d effect?
@@menantumakawak Almost every Nintendo published (like a ton) game before the release of the New 2DS has 3D I think
The 2DS XL looks so much better looking to me. Wish Nintendo would've went with this design for the 3DS instead
SkinCareLuver the new 2ds xl is my handheld feels different though
yeah but the feel of it feels too cheap, one drop of that console and here comes your first rma ticket to nintendo.
+NinjaCon I've dropped my 2DS hundreds of times and no damage done
video proof or you lied make sure you drop it from a high enough altitude on concrete floors or street.
also make sure its on with high settings.
oh woops I'm talking about my old 2ds sry
Tear off the top part of the 2ds xl and boom! You have an iphone!
real Minion my brother actually did tore the top part of my 3ds xl and im crying
lusage lol did he do it because this comment?
Tray G no haha
Bottom*
but if you closely. waj syed is actually kinda hot lol
Not a fan of how the whole upper half of the 2ds is glossy. The finger prints will kill me.
DarthOliptius same 😣
But in all fairness, why would you have a reason to touch the upper screen?
Jade LeyAnna
Not me, but other family members are merciless. Siblings will forget your warning, and might touch it after telling them, “don’t touch the screen please”
Or cousins you let test out your device, might be like, “What’s this?” And touch the screen. This has happened to me a ton when I let them try my original, original 3DS.
Prototype very valid point..
Same lol.
I traded in my 3ds xl for a 2ds xl a few months back and honestly it’s the best decision I’ve ever made, the screen just looks so much more sleek and compact; I say compact meaning it looks more portable but the screen looks relatively larger than before. It’s not all too bad and I’ve heard around that they put a better processor in the new 2ds xl so games run a little smoother and they load faster
They put that in the new 3ds xl first
Which is by far the definitive 3ds I love the 3d I still use it all the time
It’s so much better with the super stable feature
Ikr, all the 3ds people swearing on their system are just salty. The n2DSxl is the most recent system and was designed by the makers of the switch.
Yes i agree. n2ds xl also installs games faster than n3ds though for me, i like the design of new 3ds. However, n2ds xl is better in overall. Just my opinion. ✌🏻
Well ofc it sucks... if you already have a 3DS. The new 2DS XL is meant for people who don't have a 3DS and don't want to spend a lot of money, but still want to play the games.
Dr Power the 2ds is for people who don’t want to pay 50 extra dollars for 3d
Dr Power i think it that but also for the ppl who 3D hurts their eyes
@@checkitout2630 The build quality is also in that 50 bucks I assume
@Rani Khatri but its still called a 3DS. Parents who dont know about that switch wont buy it. they rebranded it. its newer its faster. and its 2d. that shit sells for kids with eye vision problems
If a parent hasn’t done some making of research onto the thing that they’re buying for their kid. They are a terrible parent.
Who needs a Switch that's slick
When you can have a New 2DS XL that is *T H I C C*
No
The switch is more *T H I C C* tho
@@unknownradio_1240 no the switch lite is more *T H I C C* tho
@@unknownradio_1240 Nope, the New 2ds Xl is *t h i c c*
No... we’re all *T H I C C*
The 2DS XL is my only handheld, and it's amazing. It's lighter, smaller, faster, has big screens, and you don't have to unscrew the back to get the MicroSD card.
I just sold mine, im going to buy pc😎
@@nese1 Good for you. Hope you buy a Gaming PC (or a Chromebook if you are a student)
@@user-eb2eg2gf5g if you're wanting to buy one and scared if it breaks try buying a original 2ds and see
@@user-eb2eg2gf5g sorry for late reply
Yes, my 2ds is still in great condition, only a few scratches from the previous owner, if you are new to the 3ds family, go for the new 2ds xl or the new 3ds xl.
Lol it's not faster at all.. Plus now you'd better get a New 3DS (xl or not) cause you can find some for the same price as a New 2DS.
Haven't seen your videos in 2 years, DAMN YOU GOT IN GREAT SHAPE!!!
I think the 3DS XL will become the most collectable simply because it will be the most feature filled iteration, and one of the only ways to experience 3D.
Come the homebrew era and you're definitely right
The new 3DS XL feels more premium while the 2DS XL is cheaper the only thing I could really say that gives the 2DS XL an advantage is the lighter wait holding a 3DS XL for long periods can hurt after awhile depending on how you hold it
I’ve got both. I like the 2DS XL better. The form factor is just so much more comfortable in the hands compared to the new 3DS XL. Only cons are that the speakers aren’t louder and the screen is a bit better in quality on the new one, only by a small margin though. Oh and it’s much lighter
So the sound system is down while the screen size difference isn't that notable?
2ds looks like a 6s+ attached to a controller
iPhone?
Retro Games Are Fun no shit
Zedeye 😂😂 wanna play
@@sdmpodcast554 lmfao
1Ds 2Ds 3Ds
Even though the 2DS is slightly brighter, one thing I’ve noticed is that the 2DS has a LOT of glare which would be extremely painful outdoors. Also the finger prints are annoying.
Would have also liked to hear about the durability. I want to know about the hinges.
i mean you dont have to touch the top screen or it's border so finger print aint that big of a problem but it is really shiny so glare could def be a problem
and here I am, still playing on my backlit GBA...
Might as well get a nintendo ds since it plays Ds games and Gameboy games and it looks and feels better and aswell has normal light in the screen
Same!
Nice I still got one too
Still have my Pearl Pink
@@futurezen-oh2256 The DS can't play OG Game Boy games and doesn't have link cable support.
I dont get it. If people dont like the 3d, just turn it off.
pryt86 but why pay a extra 50 if u not gonna use it
Because if you ever want it you have to buy a new console
but i don't want to use it
Michelle Hughes did you read what i wrote? They can TURN IT OFF, if it hurts thier eyes. Having the 2 options in case you ever want to experience the awesome 3d. Is better than not having the option at all. i Understand if its a money thing and you can't afford the 3ds.
Michelle Hughes plus the new 3ds xl feels a lot more well made. My 2ds seems weaker and is harder to hold in my bigger hands. Where the 3ds cl fits better
Finally a serious review
I disagree with the notion that the 3D is a gimmick. I play all my games in 3D and much prefer it to the regular 2D because for me the experience is enhanced the screen almost makes you feel like you are looking into a mini world on the screen
Dom Noah Really? All it did for me was make my eyes hurt and water. xD
Ya know, being a gimmick isn't an inherently bad thing. It's just dented something being a novelty, which 3D has always been. But that doesn't mean it can't still be pretty cool. I use the 3D all the time on my OG model.
I love the 3D on my new 3ds xl its amazing way better than the regular 3ds
I use it so I know where everything is relative to the camera in the game.
I too love the 3d, especially while playing a link between worlds
If that 2ds had the entire black part as a screen it would have been killer!
I thought I wasn’t going to like the 3D function but now I can’t live without it
I get headaches from it
3d fucks me up
@@tjlaweej Lol if you have it on max its really annoying; but I like to keep the 3D slider like 25-30% and it really adds to the gaming experience
@@thefeeps thanks! Now iactually feel like using 3d.
Y’all are weird my eyes aren’t the best and I don’t have any problems with the 3d unless I play for a hour plus and even then my eyes only get a little watery and that’s with the 3d fully turned up
The 3D on the new new3DSXL is amazingly good. It isn't just a gimmick... anymore. In fact, it's an advantage over the new2DSXL and, believe it or not, over the Switch. I bought the Switch first and then a couple months later, the new3DSXL and I have to say it is my favorite of the two.
@@simonsimonsimone Depends on the game. I haven’t used my 3DSxl in a couple of years. Mostly game on Switch and XBox Series X these days.
@@simonsimonsimone lol. No worries.
Literally had a Nintendo add when I clicked on the video
Literally you say?
I had one figuratively
Imagine having to say I got a “New” New Nintendo 3/2ds
I love the 3D function. I have the New 3DS XL and love it. Fire Emblem Echoes utilized the FX well :3
Angel Diaz i
Just got 3ds xl last week and I love it!
Tiene razón compa
>=|
Angel Diaz do the hinges break?
The new 2ds xl is a great system, very light but doesn't feel cheap, it also feels great in the hand.
I don’t know if he mentions this or not but the 2DS Xl has a bigger game library because it can play the DS games and the 3DS games
It would have been interesting had they made a new 2ds in addition to the new 2ds xl. I really prefer the way there 2ds feels in the hands as well as the way it looks so having it slightly redesigned and be given the power boost of the new 3ds line would have been really cool.
amazing review, no biased opinions. talked about all the specs in detail. overall a great job. subscribed
I still have the original 3ds :v maybe I should upgrade
Jorgy Porgy if you can afford it you should
I'm in the same situation and I'm upgrading to 2ds XL
DankSilver3 did you like the new 2ds xl?
Jorgy Porgy, getting it for my birthday on the 12th. I'd still say though, if you don't care about the 3D and would like a 50$ discount, the 2ds is for you
This is what I did when the new 3Ds XL came out. I love the system, but I kind of want to pick up the 2Ds XL as well. I prefer it's design and I rarely use the 3D to begin with; also the 3Ds is heavy and bulkier.
For someone that suffers from hand problems, and has had an XL 3DS in his hands and got his eyes hurt, I think I'll be going with the 2DS. The lightweight design is a huge bonus for me.
Pros/Cons SUMMARY:
New 2DS XL has more glare, much worse camera placement, much worse speaker placement, much worse slider placement, a more delicate and lower quality formfactor, a shorter stylus, and a smaller battery.
The New 3D with infrared eye tracking works considerably better than the non eye tracking 3D did on the old 3DS. The best game on the system is SM3DLand and it utilizes the function extremely well, in fact it makes it easier and more natural to traverse the levels and platforming. There are no benefits to the New 2DS other than lightness.
I much prefer the thicker width of the New 3DS XL because it means the buttons and D Pad are up higher, so you have more room to stretch your fingers out.
Here I found the 2DSXL more comfortable, because of that lightness, and especially the rounder design. It's very noticeable for me on the shoulder buttons, it feels better in a longer play session, less cramping. That top screen feels junky though, to be sure. After seeing seeing it was just some razor thin plastic glued/clipped together I can understand why lol
3DS users: What the heck! They remowed the "main feature" in the 2DS.
Also 3DS users: Never puts the 3D on.
I didnt know what to get but then I saw the last pikachu edition for the 2ds xl in my local store and bought it in a heartbeat.
Just bought my New 3DS XL with a zelda leather pouch and 5 games. I'm in love!
It's not a gimmick. I like the 3D, much like how I like parallax scrolling in the old games. That being said, the best is the NEW SNES 3DS XL. Nintendo did good in designing that system.
I Love the looks of the new 2DS XL. It just feels way too fragile for me due to the bar in the middle being shorter. And also I actually love and value 3D, so I bought the new 3DSXL
Definitely made the right choice waiting on getting a new DS when the New 2DS XL came out. My old 3DS when I first got it is great and all but now looking into the New 2DS XL it's much thinner and the screen is much larger and clearer to see. I didn't much liked or cared for the 3D aspect of the 3DS which was why I much prefer the 2DS more. 3 or 4 years later today I came back into playing my New 2DS XL again because of the news about the eShop shutting down servers for them and I had never had the chance of playing some other games, so I ended up buying all the Ace Attorney games, the Shin Megami Tensei games, Stella Glow, and Radiant Historia as they were all on sale this past few weeks all for 70% off so now I have 11 new games to play and enjoy for a long time.
Love my 2ds XL, don’t like how it feels a little cheep in the hand, and the screen wobbles quite a bit. The 3ds XL might have a better construction, but it is bigger and heavier.
But do you think the 2ds is still worth it i still have the orginal 3ds and i want to upgrade should i get the 3ds or the 2ds?
Still have the original 3DS and using it in 2018...
Emily Wilson Same here! I was thinking in upgrading it but I dont use it that much to justify the price...
My og 3DS was in bad condition. So I upgraded to new 3ds Xl in 2016.
I'll wait until they release better colors I don't like the light blue around the 2ds
Super Brian Games
Theres a white and orange color.
Oh really? I didn't know that. I'll check it out then.
Pokeball themed red and white one comes out in November as well.
Mr. Moo same
Orange and white is a jpn exclusive isn't it ?
That intro just sounds so incomprehensible.
Brand new 2ds xl's are $340 on Amazon now, highway robbery.
I've enjoyed my 2ds xl very much coming from an older 3ds xl myself and so far it seems definitely worth it, plus if you've got butter finger luck like I do the 2ds xl may be great for you since it's nowhere near as heavy. I feels good to hold and plays just as any ds would be expected to play, I don't really mind the speakers being on the bottom half for it seems to have good surround sound to me (in my opinion). All in all it's definitely a good deal if you've never used the 3d function. Side note the normal 2ds is annoyingly clunky and blocky but the 2ds xl fits nicely in pockets being smaller than the new 3ds xl.
I have an original 3DS and I keep the 3D enabled all the time. Maybe one day I'll upgrade to a New 3DS. I think all the "XL" consoles look a bit pixelated.
U should get it now tbh.the 3d is soooo much more improved, you dont even know.
Thats's his own opinon not your's
@Mr McMahon
No, "super stable 3D" itself is worth investing more money. It's huge improvement. Not mentioning about the fact that if you mod it, you can enable all CPU cores for ALL games, many games have a huge boost in loading speed and FPS.
Dominic Coville handhelds are consoles
No the small 3ds’s are more pixelated
I just like my 2DS and i’m watching 3DS owners call me poor lol... i just think it’s nicer cute and more modern
westanpeachesdead idky they’re saying that. It is ‘new’
If someone wants to buy one, get the 3ds, I got a 2ds xl and it always has problems such as it not reading the game, freezing and crashing but mine might just be faulty
Hi. with the 3DS XL 3D turned off and the 2DS XL would you say the battery life is comparable? Or is the latter still slightly better? Is the 3DS XL speakers (being on the front) sounds better than the 2DS XL? Which console do you think has a slightly brighter screen and warmer tone? And which one loads games a bit faster? Cheers.
I would like to know as well. Can't find info anywhere.
For some reason I want the new 2ds but I already got a switch it just looks cool
You should get the 2ds anyway it’s much different than a switch
Oh people replied now?
Bro Pokémon
@@lapz78 did you get it?
@@lapz78 So? Did you get it???
It’s kind of a shame Nintendo never presented anything amazing about this system, it’s just a bigger 3DS with some new buttons. Even the three exclusive games aren’t much considering they are available on other platforms such as the Wii, Xbox, and switch
I think the best recommendation would be to TRY both before deciding. Some people absolutely love the 3D (which is WAY better than it was on the original 3DS btw), while others don't care about it. Also, many people say that the build quality of the 3DS XL (buttons, hinge, overall quality) is superior to the 2DS XL, so that may be important to you.
I bought a 2DS XL and really liked it. However, 2 days after I received it, Amazon Prime day had a brand new 3DS XL Super Nintendo Edition, with a charger and Mario Kart, for $150. I missed the sale, but it got me to start researching, and I found that many people do love the 3D.
So I sold the 2DS on eBay and ordered a new 3DS XL for $175. The 2DS got the job done, but I'm the kind of person who is very curious about what I may be missing with the 3D.
Do you mean you bought a new [Nintendo 3DS XL] or a [New Nintendo 3DS XL]?
I bought the 1st one, just yesterday, on Amazon.
@@mshayashi It was a New 3DS XL that was also brand new. Those were the days lol. $150 for a brand new New 3DS XL. These days, that same one is going for $350-$400 on eBay used.
Since they discontinued the 3DS the prices have skyrocketed
@@CompleteProducer84
Woow!
As for me, at first I was thinking to buy the Nintendo 2DS LL...
After several research, I've bought the Nintendo 3DS LL(this week), on Amazon...the price was quite reasonable...second hand, obviously...about the same price of the Nintendo 2DS LL.
I'm looking forward to playing with it...still waiting to arrive.
@@mshayashi Oh awesome! Enjoy, it’s a good system, especially if you ever decide to mod it
@@CompleteProducer84
I neve had Nintendo...The other console that I had(for short time) is the Sega Game Gear...
So, I don't understand this [Mod] thing that I've heard on many videos. I have many things to study and learn about Mod.
Build quality aside, the 2DS Xl looks so modern and crisp.
The ebay prices for the new 3DS XL is insane, 300+ for a console that hasn't been beaten to hell, 250+ for one thats scratched to shit. Meanwhile you can get a mint 2ds xl for less than 120 on eBay.
I think for the price the 2ds xl is an absolute steal and actually edges out the new 3ds xl overall. More convenient to use, brighter screen, no gimmicky 3d
Okay, just admit It. You never used the 3D on the 3ds.
2ds xl wins :D
I do actually own one too and it is so awesome!
3D on Monster Hunter is pretty awesome though.
Gea5s sure
I use 3d a lot actually. And games do look good. Mario and Luigi dream team looks amazing . Also dark moon.
how are the screens ? are they okay ?
They are the same size as the new Nintendo 3ds xl screens, but the top screen looks a lot more sleek on the 2ds xl
2022 anyone?
Yep, just picked up a second hand 'New' Nintendo 2DS.
It would be better if it was 480p but Nintendo is Nintendo.
I still have a Nintendo ds lite and it’s still amazing 😉
I think the top cover on the 2DS XL is just ascetical ugly but I think the rest looks way more modern
What would push me more to the 3DSXL here is the position of the speakers. On the 2DSXL the speakers are pointing at your palm while the3DSXL has the speakers pointing at your face.
Of course, that doesn't matter if you're using headphones. :/
OG 2DS wins because not only does it come with a charger, but it doubles as a doorstop when you need it.
Tristris 389 It’s also a mini plate.
To sum up the video
They're both great
If you want 3D get a 3ds
If you don't want 3D buy a 2ds
dragon master I would get a 3ds but shit like how are they still 300 after like all these years
Samuelsonton OG wow really were are they at?
Bought a New 2DS XL a month ago and brought it back today to exchange it for a 3DS. The matte finish and lack of feet means it will scratch really easily, it doesn’t fit my hands as well as the 3DS, it has less character than the 3DS, the stylus is too short, my palms tended to block the speakers, and the flimsy game cartridge cover is annoying and bound to break off over time. The 3DS may be bigger and heavier, but it feels more robust and lacks the idiotic design choices of the 2DS. So far I’m much happier with the 3DS.
THUNDERTURTLE I thought the 3DS was discontinued? Where did you get it?
how can 2ds owners say their console is better when they have a stylist that's smaller than a child's finger
In my opinion, the New 3DS XL is the most durable in the family... I have one and have dropped it countless times and there's only a few minor scratches to show for it!
I absolutely love my new 2ds xl
I'll think I will stick to my NEW 3DS XL with the top IPS screen and a bottom TN screen. Since both screens on the NEW 2DS XL are TN. The speaker sound and placement on the NEW 2DS XL could have been better. However, as a first time buyer of the 3DS gaming experience, I think the NEW 2DS XL is the way to go.
That whole screen thing is a gamble from what I hear.
DrMacintosh Yes, the whole screen thing is a gamble for the NEW 3DS and NEW 3DS XL. The NEW 2DS XL will be TN top and TN bottom. This helps Nintendo to keep the cost down and include an AC Adapter with the product. Now, TN screens are not terrible, but there is a difference between IPS and TN and the way the TOP screen is very "shiny" really doesn't help the situation. As I said before, I still think for a first time buyer, the NEW 2DS XL is a great option.
Wellp. As much as I like the New 3DS XL, the upper screen just breaks everything. As you said, both screens have different lighting technologies... and it shows. The upper screen is way warmer than the bottom screen and that sucks. It gets a cooler tint once I turn the 3D on. IMO the best color calibration is on the DSi's screens which display clean whites and an overall cooler color calibration .
ARCADDER every 3DS is calibrated differently. Your DSi was just lucky
I never had a DSi, I had an original DS and then replaced it with a DS Lite(which is just amazing). I had an original 3DS XL(not realizing the whole IPS and TN screens at the time). I then traded it in for a NEW 3DS XL, which I enjoy so much more.
Got a New 2DS XL recently cuz my old 3DS XL stopped working & it sucked not being able to play games for like 3 months. I got the Black and Blue one cuz that's all they had (the Pokéball one is much more expensive online and I wanted to play games asap bit hopefully they make nice shells for it soon). So far I think it's great & screens do look brighter, feels lighter & I hope it's much better built than the old 3ds so it lasts (transferring accounts to a New system when one doesn't work is a pain in the ass btw, you lose all your digital save data and have to re-download if you have to call Nintendo Support, they need to make accounts cloud based not console based).
I've had both and can honestly say that I like the 2DS XL better, it's lighter and doesn't hurt my hands, plus the 3D function doesn't even look that great and I always had it turned off.
The 3DS XL does feel more premium, and the screen is a bit wobblier on the 2DS XL. They're both good consoles but I'd pick the 2DS XL.
Now in 2020 you can buy the New 2DS XL for only $99 US Dlls at walmart it also comes with Mario Kart 7 pre- installed :) so I bought it and transfer all my data and games from the normal 3DSXL to this one because the upper screen broke 2 years ago so it was a good purchase for me now that I have all my games back ;) oh and nice review btw
Is is new or used. I was thinking about ordering one but idk
@@gustavoroque8830 They are new :)
@@gustavoroque8830 And btw I already hacked the 2DS XL totally recommended all you need is an micro sd card depending on the size you get more games, and with a little help of a youtube tutorial you can have a massive library of games like Mario 64 port, All snes, nes, gameboy color and advance games, psone games, neo geo games, regular DS and 3DS games for free ;) I updated my 64gb micro sd card for a 128gb this thing is a homebrew beast so if you see one get one because nintendo is no longer making these systems anymore
Was so happy to see Monster Hunter in your video :D
(lessens the risk of the cartridge falling out)
Since when did a cartridge fall out on a 3DS it snaps in the slot!
Even the normal 2ds cartridges won’t fall out
@@astralmaster yeah it snaps in perfectly
@Brent N. maybe his 3ds had a problem with the cartridge slot
@@Ravist-P Sometimes og DS games can fall out but that is only if you drop to console from more than 2 feet.
@@ancientshiv9837 yeah but idk dat since i never dropped my 3ds
I love my New 3ds I have it For a year and its Been one of my Best console investiments
Im a 2DS guy. Both on the classic and on the new generation. The classic 2Ds is pretty basic but its SO CONFORTABLE and besides the audio quality and stylus size the New 2DS design is way cooler than New 3DS design. I get that there are some people that are into that 3D stuff and likes a more classic design but thats not for me
I recommend the New 3DS and New 3DS XL over the New 2DS XL because the New 2DS XL's speakers are located at the very bottom of the handheld, which causes muffling problems.
Take it from someone who was forced to use a new 2DS XL after my new 3DS XL broke, this thing is horrible in comparison. I thought it was fine at first, but the problems grew in size over the course of only 1 year.
The system attracts grease like crazy. the top screen is so terrible it actually hurts my eyes. the circle pad is weirdly slippery on the surface, but the actual pad itself can’t move smoothly, so it’s like the worst of both worlds.
The system itself feels terrible to hold, it always gives me hand cramps after less than an hour of play. Everyone’s always like “it’s so light” but that’s not a good thing, it’s very bottom heavy, it has no balance. The top screen just feels flimsy, it’s always falling forward and backward when I’m trying to play.
I’m so glad I finally got my new 3DS XL fixed, now I really appreciate every little design detail Nintendo put in to make sure it didn’t feel like crap. The 2DS XL is so much cheaper for a reason, it’s a cheap flimsy piece of crap.
0:59 you said the "New" 3ds xl in reference to the 2ds. :P
Im not sure wich i should choose...
Only thing i dont like about 2ds is the speaker position...
And the only thing i dont like about the 3ds is the sd card position...
And what i dont like about both is that they not more have a slot for normal SD cards...
I would go with a 3ds. It has more features to it but if you just want to play some games then I would go with the 2ds because its cheaper. I hope you decide soon.
@@nunzioish8477 btw i decidet for the 2ds xl and i dont regret it
I love my 2DS XL, I just wish it had better grip to it, mine nearly slipped outta my hand a couple of times. Also I wish it had a way to put a wrist strap on it like the 3DS XL for the same dropping reason.
The screen on the 2ds looks sexy af though because it blends in with the glass bezel
2dsxl has better design
Feels way better to hold. Especially when playing Mario games.
1 like for 2ds xl
3DS IS BETTER
ItzDoge no
IF I get one, ill, get 2ds xl because it's cheaper
I like 3ds more because we all have that moment that you will say "ohh how will this look in 3d" but at the end of the day it will just depend in youre personal preference but still i respect youre opinion :)
I ended up ordering the pokeball 2ds xl cuz its cheaper and who cares about 3d its just a gimmick
2DS XL Poke Ball edition is the best 👌🏼
It won't say game card removed randomly while playing games and make you insert certain games a million times before it gets recognized...
Best, most informative review of this product that i found, thank you.
The 2DS XL feels flimsy and cheap. Original 3DS XL all the way.
I have a ds lite
i got them both, you did not mention the 2dsxl feels cheap and the henge is crap, its very wobbly as if youve used it for years and feels worn
Maybe he didn't mention it because everything you just commented is false or a defect on your console.
no, i changed it 3 times, they are all the same, they feel cheap and the henge on all of them was the same
All Nintendo handhelds since the OG DS have wobbly hinges like that.
KROSER it’s to prevent the hinges from snapping
I have no problem with mine, super satisfied with it
My question is
Which is more stronger??
3ds
I bought them both in 2021
Both are amazing but quality and design wise N3DS XL is better.
But if you really don't give a shit about design and just want to play games then buy N2DS XL.
For me I wanted a premium console with IPS display and bought 2 N3DS models and it's amazing.
But with my N2DS XL I can go anywhere and don't have to worry dropping it or so. It's quite comfortable in my hands.
"My one misgiving about the device is the hinge, which can be adjusted between three positions: one at a right angle, one completely flat, and one somewhere in between. But each of the positions has a little give to it that can cause the screen to wobble when moved around. I know, small problem."
Many people seem to have this little issue...
I love my 2ds xl but i wish i can trade it in for a new 3ds xl.
1. Sound. Sound on 2ds xl is actual ass
2. I feel like the top screen is so easily breakable
3. It feels a little cheap.
What was your first nintendo system? Mine was the dsi
I have only seen TN screens used for the 2ds xl so far, so if you care about having a nicer screen the 2ds xl might not be the way to go.
J C they do have TN screens, but honestly, u could barley notice the difference between a new 2ds xl and the new 3ds. The screen isnt bad at all.
yea i barely notice a difference, the new 2ds xl is cheaper, with a usb charger only issue i ever had was the volume..new 3ds xl isnt worth it if you already dont have it, but if you do - then there would be no reason to upgrade or change. but for someone without either I would clearly go for the New 2DS XL = cheaper, lighter, much easier to access the SD card slot (thank god) and overall thinner, less bulk, the sound volume is my only real issue as for the screen , i notice almost no difference, you'd have to be real nitpicky to find an issue...battery life I haven't noticed it much. Again mainly small differences.
I just bought a new 3ds xl over the weekend, the top screen is IPS and the bottom NT... honestly you hardly notice anything unless you try to play the games not facing the console and looking from the side... and who does that?
ips? nt? someone define these acronyms
And here I am thinking I have the only dual IPS 2DS XL
Although the new 2DS has a very wobbly hinge, I think it works better for people (like me) who don’t use the 3D setting. Why spend extra money for a feature that you’ll never use?
I like how the 2DS went for a DSi-esque layout.