Probably not, just like any other system. But later on I think there may be plenty of great games for it. The main thing is that Nintendo really needs is to fix their store... Better downloads for example...
If you have a Lite or Phat, you may want to keep it for GBA games. But if that doesn't matter, or if you have a DSI, then I guess you might as well replace it.
Well if you got an original DS, or a lite, then there are the GBA games, or those games that used the gba slot in any way. Guitar hero comes to mind here. Other than that, it would have to be something rather specific. Like if you prefer the large screens of the XL.
Sure, there's no point wasting your 3DS battery when all you want to do is play a DS game. Also, you risk losing more money by taking your 3DS with you if all you want to do is play a DS game. At least if something happens, it'll happen to a cheaper DS than a more expensive 3DS. When all you want to play is a DS game, a DS should be fine. They won't be worth much anyways, so you're not going to get rich or anything. Might as well use it as backup for those times when you don't want to risk your 3DS getting lost, stolen, or broken while on the go, or if you're self-conscious about wearing your 3DS battery down for non-3DS games.
I'm assuming the current collections of DSiware will not be transferable onto the 3DS, so you'll probably want to keep it around if you have a handful of downloads you like.
I still own my original Gameboy, and it doesnt even have color. So, keep it for your collection, if you have one, if not then start one :P
Calvin079
So do I :o Yeah, I'll be keeping my Lite. The 3DS can wait.
Kewl Beans
Though, if Im able, Imma gonna get the 3DS right when it comes out. I can see it now, camping out infront of target :P My mom has an employee discount ;)
I just bought a second hand DS, for not much money. ....and promptly found a homebrew that runs MS DOS on it. (LUV homebrew!!!!) So 'obsolete' is a relative term....ikke7777
Just to give you fair warning, you are not allowed to talk about homebrewed stuff around here.
I doubt so really. It was a waste for me as I had just gotten my DS last year. :( I'm thinking of replacing it as my favourites such as Professor Layton's Devil's Flute will be up for 3DS only. Additionally, I've seen lots of games under development specially for 3DS only. Pretty upsetting.
I doubt so really. It was a waste for me as I had just gotten my DS last year. :( I'm thinking of replacing it as my favourites such as Professor Layton's Devil's Flute will be up for 3DS only. Additionally, I've seen lots of games under development specially for 3DS only. Pretty upsetting.
raiinydaes
That would be very frustrating. The main plus side to getting a 3DS early is that you guarantee it won't be outdated a year later. Yes, they'll likely make a number of upgraded versions like they have done with the DS series, but they'll still play all the same games. The DS is technically getting pretty old now, so if you want to get the most enjoyment out of a system generation, purchasing it early on is always the smartest thing to do. I'm sure the 3DS will also last for 5+ years before getting replaced by the next generation of systems.
if there is any game worthy enough of going back and playing from GBA at this point in time with so much on the horizon, then Nintendo will probably release it in the virtual console for 3ds service for 10 bucks or so.
Yes keep the DS for at least 6-12 months after the 3ds release. I personally think the 3DS will be like the WII when it first came out. anyone remember how hard it was getting a WII on release because I sure do. The 3DS is going to be so epic and amazing. So yeah keep the DS until you manage to get your hands on the 3DS at least. Hope I helped.
In my opinion why would you even think that. I mean if you are not planning on getting the 3DS or just don't have the money then there would be a big reason to own a DS.
They need to have a feature in the 3DS to play GB and GBC games. That would be beast.F0URZ3R0TW0
But then Nintendo couldn't charge you money to buy the games again at stupid prices!! Nobody wants that! Well we consumers do, but Nintendo doesn't care. :P
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