Nintendo 3DS Announced!

Nintendo just announced that they will be reveiling a new DS model at E3 that will incorporate 3 Dimensional images in its gameplay. Looks like there won't be a DS2 announced : /

http://whttp://ds.ign.com/articles/107/1079233p1.html

ww.siliconera.com/2010/03/23/nintendo-3ds-announced-will-be-revealed-at-e3/

The first thing from Nintendo that has got my attention.

I'm interested.

Not sure by what you mean is a new DS model, but is not the DS2.

From my understanding, this will be a new hand-held system that succeeds the DS. It will incorporate the graphics chip capable of producing graphics similar to the GameCube is what I heard. It is backward compatible and also has DS in its name, would you not call that the DS2?

3DS = DS2 in my opinion (as much the XBox360 = XBox 2)

Not sure by what you mean is a new DS model, but is not the DS2.

From my understanding, this will be a new hand-held system that succeeds the DS. It will incorporate the graphics chip capable of producing graphics similar to the GameCube is what I heard. It is backward compatible and also has DS in its name, would you not call that the DS2?

3DS = DS2 in my opinion (as much the XBox360 = XBox 2)

TooBadUnknown

well thats so fast

well thats so fast

naomigate

They have said that the "3DS" is likely to come anytime in Japan in the next 12 months, also with the possiblity of Motion Sensing like the iPhone...

They've also said that the 3DS is a temporary name, much like Revolution was the code name for the Wii.

"Nintendo says this new portable machine will "succeed" the DS series." There you go. It's the DS2Minishdriveby

If ya haven't learned tech gadgets, never buy the initial release---you are the guinea pigs. :) I'll wait another year 2012 for the 3DSi or whatever they'll end up calling it when it's slimmer and better handling. :)

If the 3D worked like it does in this vid, I dont think there would be that much of a dip in performance.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SWAg1s7xfz0&feature=player_embedded

I can't wait but I wouldn't buy it at launch I usually like Nintendo's 2nd iteration.

ya i usually like the slim version so im guessing april 2013 for that lol. well they just put a end to ds sales i guess. now with that announcement most people are gonna wait. i dunno i will see if i like the look and feel of this one i will pick it up. hopefully the price isnt too much i would like it around 150 :S. it will probably be able to pull off a little better graphics than the current psp with the 3D going on. which isnt a bad thing i welcome anything nintendo will bring us :D

If the 3D worked like it does in this vid, I dont think there would be that much of a dip in performance.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SWAg1s7xfz0&feature=player_embedded

darkshadow64

It's also possible that, instead of using cameras and motion senstions, they could have special screens as well. Though considering that it might have motion sensors....

from what i understand its going to be a new console the article said it had a new level of graphics and was backwards compatible so its obviosly not just another ds redesign anyway why would they make standered ds visuals 3d it really wouldnt add much with pixalated graphics

3ds is just a temporary name like dolphin or revolution, it is a new system like the gba after the gb.

Nintendo just announced that they will be reveiling a new DS model at E3 that will incorporate 3 Dimensional images in its gameplay. Looks like there won't be a DS2 announced : /

http://whttp://ds.ign.com/articles/107/1079233p1.html

ww.siliconera.com/2010/03/23/nintendo-3ds-announced-will-be-revealed-at-e3/

Azwraith_PL

If you read the actual Nintendo announcement, Iwata clearly says its the SUCCESOR to the DSi, aka the DS2.

Anyways, I think when they say "3D without glasses" they are meaning something like this:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SWAg1s7xfz0

Nintendo just announced that they will be reveiling a new DS model at E3 that will incorporate 3 Dimensional images in its gameplay. Looks like there won't be a DS2 announced : /

http://whttp://ds.ign.com/articles/107/1079233p1.html

ww.siliconera.com/2010/03/23/nintendo-3ds-announced-will-be-revealed-at-e3/

Azwraith_PL

But it is the DS2. It is the successor of the DS name, and it will be backwards compatible with all DS/DSi software. :/

I find it funny that this was a rumour back in 2004 and gamespot totally called it bunk claiming that the 3D mixed with the dual screen would be to confusing for gamers to play comfortably.

http://www.gamespot.com/news/6087254.html

^nice richard btw

I wonder if games are required to use 3d and if not they could push the visuals even harder.

Also PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE keep the D-pad somewhere on the handheld. Preferably under the analog stick. Platformers and FPS will greatly benefit from the D-pad.

I wonder if games are required to use 3d and if not they could push the visuals even harder.

Also PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE keep the D-pad somewhere on the handheld. Preferably under the analog stick. Platformers and FPS will greatly benefit from the D-pad.

thedude-

This thing had better support WPA!

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I wonder if games are required to use 3d and if not they could push the visuals even harder.

Also PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE keep the D-pad somewhere on the handheld. Preferably under the analog stick. Platformers and FPS will greatly benefit from the D-pad.

BrunoBRS

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I wonder if games are required to use 3d and if not they could push the visuals even harder.

Also PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE keep the D-pad somewhere on the handheld. Preferably under the analog stick. Platformers and FPS will greatly benefit from the D-pad.

thedude-

Looks awesome, I just can't wait.

I just don't want them to ditch the JRPG/Strategy Sprite niche they have going for them on the DS....i can't lose the SNES again :(

damn do we really need 20 versions of the ds?TrapMuzik92

Have a hard time reading there bud? I'm pretty sure the DS cant handle GC-like graphics, let alone 3D immersion. :|

And don't even get me started on the improved wireless capabilities, extended battery life, etc.

FINALLY!!! The TRUE sequel will arrive.

Nintendo must have been forced to make this announcement though, because honestly from a buisness prospective...announcing the DS' succesor before the new model (DSi XL) is even available in all territories is retarded.

Something must have been leaked and Nintendo must have tried to beat future rumours to the punch or something because there is going to be alot of people rethinking their preorders with the promise of a new system on the horizon.

I can't see DSi XL sales being all that fantastic after this announcement

Nintendo must have been forced to make this announcement though, because honestly from a buisness prospective...announcing the DS' succesor before the new model (DSi XL) is even available in all territories is retarded.

Something must have been leaked and Nintendo must have tried to beat future rumours to the punch or something because there is going to be alot of people rethinking their preorders with the promise of a new system on the horizon.

I can't see DSi XL sales being all that fantastic after this announcement

Azwraith_PL

Well said. I wonder what could have happened. This really would have blown people away at E3, but now the wow factor is going to be gone (Unless they have an awesome tech demo).

I just don't want them to ditch the JRPG/Strategy Sprite niche they have going for them on the DS....i can't lose the SNES again :(

Azwraith_PL

As long as Nintendo handhelds rule Japan, the JRPGs will continue to flock to them.

If the 3D worked like it does in this vid, I dont think there would be that much of a dip in performance.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SWAg1s7xfz0&feature=player_embedded

darkshadow64

The first thought that I had when I read the intial article was "3D is awful This is going to flop." Then I saw this video and my mind was blown. Now I am excited. This could be real good.