Smash 3DS Should I upgrade from a 3ds to 3ds xl?

[PadWarrior]

Or should I stick with the 3ds?

 

[BluePikmin11]

Personally, I kinda like seeing through a 3DS XL, makes it look like a big TV screen.
I think you should get a 3DS XL.

 

[BoomToon]

I'm in the same situation. But I think I'm going to wait until smash bros for 3DS comes out. I don't think I'm going to want to play it on a smaller screen.

 

[mimgrim]

Only if you find the 3DS XL more comfortable. That is basically why I don't want the XL because I find it horribly uncomfortable, but other people tend to find it more comfortable. So figure it out from there.

 

[Curious Villager]

It really depends on your own taste I guess. I'd say try the XL system first before you buy it and see if you like it better than the original model.

I did upgrade from the original model to the XL version and I haven't regretted it since as I loved the larger screen as well as how much more comfortable the system felt on my hands compared to the original. Not to mention getting rid of those annoying scratches that always took place at the 3D screen of the original 3DS due to a design flaw that was fixed for the XL model.

It's up to you really. I'd personally say go for it if you have the money but you might also want to wait it out a bit. Who knows, Nintendo might even release a cool Smash Bros themed 3DS XL that you might like if you are interested. (They have been making quite a lot of these at almost every big game release so I wouldn't be surprised if Smash got one too)

 

[PadWarrior]

Well I went and upgraded. Got a black XL and I love it! I wish I got this system sooner! The only online game I have at the moment is Mario Kart 7. I love this system. Thanks for the advice guys!

 

[Curious Villager]

You're very welcome. Enjoy your shiny larger 3DS system. ^_^

 

[гυιη]

It's whatever you prefer. If you're unhappy with a small screen and want something larger with a slightly better battery life, go with the XL. If you don't care as much about either of those things, stay where you are now. If you didn't have a 3ds before and wanted to save money at the cost of the feature of 3d that isn't even all that popular anyways, you could even have simply gotten a 2ds. I have owned all 3 systems and they're all fine. I wouldn't say one is any better than the other but the XL offers the most in my opinion.

 

[BoomToon]

It's whatever you prefer. If you're unhappy with a small screen and want something larger with a slightly better battery life, go with the XL. If you don't care as much about either of those things, stay where you are now. If you didn't have a 3ds before and wanted to save money at the cost of the feature of 3d that isn't even all that popular anyways, you could even have simply gotten a 2ds. I have owned all 3 systems and they're all fine. I wouldn't say one is any better than the other but the XL offers the most in my opinion.

How did you like the 2ds? Does it handle ok? I'm looking to get an XL too but I honestly never use the 3D feature so i thought I might save money by getting the 2DS...it just looks kind of toyish though?

 

[Louie G.]

I'm perfectly content with a normal 3DS.
Although I wouldn't be angry if I got a 3DS XL.

 

[гυιη]

How did you like the 2ds? Does it handle ok? I'm looking to get an XL too but I honestly never use the 3D feature so i thought I might save money by getting the 2DS...it just looks kind of toyish though?

It just looks a bit bulky. When you hold it it honestly feels fine and i've never had a problem with it. People will probably think you're dumb for getting it but it's a good money saver for sure and I had nothing against it other than the fact that it doesn't flip down. No one else I'm friend's with who has one has any complaints either

 

[BoomToon]

It just looks a bit bulky. When you hold it it honestly feels fine and i've never had a problem with it. People will probably think you're dumb for getting it but it's a good money saver for sure and I had nothing against it other than the fact that it doesn't flip down. No one else I'm friend's with who has one has any complaints either

Definitely looking to save money so that's great to hear. I think that's the route I'm gonna take. Thanks man!

 

[гυιη]

Good luck!

 

[Camsterchief]

Or should I stick with the 3ds?

my friend recently got a 3ds and it feels way better than my normal one. i want to get a 3ds xl now!

 

[Pazzo.]

I've been looking to upgrade, but I'm a little tight on money... maybe next year when Smash 4 comes out, Nintendo will release a SSB 3DS XL!

 

[Norm]

If you're like me and you have big hands get the XL I never used to play my 3DS that much because I found if I played it for an extended period my hands would cramp up. The XL feels amazing in my hands I love to play it now since picking one up I've started playing my 3DS games a lot more.

 

[Morbi]

I would upgrade to the 2DS personally, it is just like the 3DS... but without the 3D. That is the improvement that I was looking for.

 

[Vintage Creep]

One of my friends has an XL (I have the limited Ocarina 3DS) and I'm probably going to update when Smash Bros. arrives, if there's going to be a limited Smash Bros. edition. It's simply better. And if we actually get a limited Smash console... Dayum.

 

[Big-Cat]

If you're like me and you have big hands get the XL I never used to play my 3DS that much because I found if I played it for an extended period my hands would cramp up. The XL feels amazing in my hands I love to play it now since picking one up I've started playing my 3DS games a lot more.

In my case, my hands are getting too big for my 3DS. Never thought I'd physically grow out of a handheld.

 

[Tetra's Tracker]

If having a better screen really matters to you, yes. If you only care about the games, no.

 

[BlackSheep]

My only gripe with the regular 3DS was the battery life and I thought it was a TINY bit too small.

This new battery actually solved both issues for me: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005NJ2UEW/ref=oh_details_o04_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

My 3DS can now actually last more than a day. I've actually been getting a good week out of each charge.

 

[Sharic X]

If you plan on buying Smash Bros. (which you do considering you're here), then yes. Definitely gonna feel better playing it.

 

[Knight Dude]

I say try to see which feels better in your hands. I myself will keep the regular 3DS unless it breaks. You might want to change systems if you want a bigger screen, or maybe a longer battery life.

 

[Avantgrave]

I would have to think that a Smash Bros game would probably work better with a larger screen. And while I never had the normal 3DS, I picked up the 3DSXL that came with A Link to the Past on Black Friday and I love the thing, playing games works fantastic. Plus, as long as you don't have the 3D slider up all the way, you'll get a surprising amount of battery life out of it.

 

[Norm]

I would have to think that a Smash Bros game would probably work better with a larger screen. And while I never had the normal 3DS, I picked up the 3DSXL that came with A Link to the Past on Black Friday and I love the thing, playing games works fantastic. Plus, as long as you don't have the 3D slider up all the way, you'll get a surprising amount of battery life out of it.

Yeah I traded my 3ds in on this bundle very happy that I did the system looks awesome and it's got a matte finish rather than a gloss so no finger prints all over it.

 

[Zero Requiem]

Looks like I'm upgrading to an xl.

 

[Avantgrave]

Yeah I traded my 3ds in on this bundle very happy that I did the system looks awesome and it's got a matte finish rather than a gloss so no finger prints all over it.

Yeah the glossy finish was one of the things I didn't like about my friend's 3DS, he has one of the glossy black ones. Didn't realize it before I got the bundle, but I was so happy when I had it in my hands and noticed the matte finish. Plus the size just feels right in my hands. I'm actually really excited to play a more action-based game like Smash Bros on it. So far I've only done the Zelda game and more turn-based, slower games.

 

[PadWarrior]

Been playing the Old NES Mega Man, Kirby, Punchout, Double Dragon and Mario Kart 7 on my 3DS XL and love it! So can't wait for Smash. I'll have to add you guys to my friend list.

 

[allthetriumph]

I would go with the XL

 

[CardiganBoy]

If you have/got the money, yes.

 

[PsychoIncarnate]

I have 2 XL and a regular 3DS and I still play my regular 3DS more often

 

[Less]

3DS XL is more awkward for my hands to hold. Weighs more and is harder to hold onto than the smaller regular one. Personally, I wish I had bought a regular instead of XL.

 

[Katy Parry]

Doesn't the XL look worse because the resolution is the same as the original 3DS? Aren't the pixels just blown up?

 

[ndayday]

It's negligible imo. Even with that true the larger screen > prettier pixels

 

[Katy Parry]

It's negligible imo. Even with that true the larger screen > prettier pixels

I don't see how that makes them pretty sure... It's just like when we used to have the GameBoy Player for the gamecube. It just blows up the pixels. But with Smash I'm sure that it would be best to have a bigger screen period.

 

[domriver]

Ill be getting the 3ds XL for Smash Bros + ill be buying 3 super smash brothers 3ds. :D got 2 more brothers who want to play also. ejeje

 

[LancerStaff]

I don't see how that makes them pretty sure... It's just like when we used to have the GameBoy Player for the gamecube. It just blows up the pixels. But with Smash I'm sure that it would be best to have a bigger screen period.

Well, with the GB player the games' resolution doesn't match the TV, so it looks worse. The XL displays at the normal resolution, and the difference is hardly noticeable.

But yeah, the XL rocks.

 

[Katy Parry]

Well, with the GB player the games' resolution doesn't match the TV, so it looks worse. The XL displays at the normal resolution, and the difference is hardly noticeable.

But yeah, the XL rocks.

Yeah I ended up getting one and I love it.

 

[Sahfarry]

I actually want the XL because it's better in every single way (except portability, though). The only thing keeping me away is that it doesn't have circle pad pro support which i may want for smash 4