In his book Console Wars , Blake Harris reveals a mantra that video game industry insiders spouted in the '80s: "the name of the game is the game." Translation: If you don't have awesome games on offer, there's no point in trying. Early adopters know the struggle.

The plastic clamshell is equally well-suited for kids and klutzy adults; Amazing back catalog of games, super affordable; Plus, you get an AC adapter

Low-res screens; The toothpick stylus is hilariously tiny; Mediocre battery life for a modern gadget; Not as sexy or exciting as a Switch

I have a week with my console and I love it, the purchasing process was easy and friendly, the delivery was on time and so far everything is good.

Outside of those two problems, this is everything that a New 3DS XL has to offer at a price of $50 less. As I stated above, New 2DS XL is the midrange 3DS model that many fans have wanted for years now. It's not a budget model like 2DS, nor is it an outright luxury item like New 3DS XL.

I have been wanting this system ever since the trailer launched in April 2017. I got the 2ds I'm Christmas 2013, the year it launched instead of getting the 3ds xl that I wanted. I was completely satisfied with it for being an upgrade to my original 3ds.

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.

Update: With the original New Nintendo 3DS discontinued, the New Nintendo 2DS XL is now the most affordable way of getting the superior clamshell design of Nintendo's handheld series.

Beautiful design; Huge game selection available; Terrific price point; Comes with a charger

Battery life is still underwhelming; Low-res screen looks ancient compared to the Switch

Married. No children. Bought this for my adult husband. Now I can do dishes, laundry AND makeup in peace. Both of us are happy. And the battery lasts a LONG time. Now he can throw away his virtual boy.

This is was a great Christmas gift for my 7 year old.

Awesome device though with almost 15 years of games to choose from. Id take this over a switch right now. Youd think they could have updated the OS for just these so I dont have to see that 3DS load screen everytime. Small issue but still. Doesnt seem like itd be that big of a fix.

Bought this just to play pokemon (and Persona Q). Works well. Battery life isn't exceptional and the analog stick isn't the best but otherwise does exactly what I want it to. Can't complain really.