New Nintendo 2DS XL: What the critics are saying
20/07/2017
New Nintendo 2DS XL is the latest addition to the Nintendo 3DS family of systems and launches in the UK on 28th July 2017 alongside a trio of new games: Hey! PIKMIN, Miitopia and Dr Kawashima’s Devilish Brain Training: Can you stay focused?
You can read more about the features of New Nintendo 2DS XL at the official website, but if you’d like to know what people who’ve actually spent time playing the new handheld console think of it then read on…
"New Nintendo 2DS XL is the finest 3DS design yet” - Pocket Gamer
With its sleek, ergonomic shape and bright, colourful details, New Nintendo 2DS XL is both attractive to look at and comfortable to hold for long gaming sessions. Unlike the regular Nintendo 2DS, it also features a durable clamshell case, so it’s easy to protect those extra large screens when not in use.
Check out the video below to see more of the New Nintendo 2DS XL design and some of the things it can do…
“This is the perfect entry point into the incredible world of Nintendo” – T3
New Nintendo 2DS XL plays all Nintendo 3DS games, including those exclusive to the New Nintendo 3DS systems, such as Xenoblade Chronicles 3D or the upcoming Fire Emblem Warriors. It is also backwards compatible with the full range of Nintendo DS titles, not to mention all the games available to download through Nintendo eShop. So if you pick up a system this year you already have 12 years of amazing game releases to play, with more on their way in 2017 and 2018!
“Probably the best-value handheld ever made.” – Kotaku
New Nintendo 2DS XL offers the exact same range of technical features and specs as the New Nintendo 3DS XL but is £50 cheaper when bought from the Nintendo Official UK Store!* Critics seem to agree that it is Nintendo’s best value portable gaming system. Tech Advisor says, “Nintendo has put together something pretty special. Throw in the friendly price point, and this is easily the best 3DS yet.” While Kotaku adds, “It really is perfect for kids. Well-built machine with a jaw-dropping software library. It offers quite incredible value-for-money.”
“The best gets better” – God is a Geek
If you’re looking for a portable games console for yourself or for a family member then critics seem to agree that New Nintendo 2DS XL is the way to go. The design and value have received high praise, while the ever expanding line-up of exclusive games means there’s already thousands of hours of play to be had.
For more information on New Nintendo 2DS XL, see the official website, follow the Facebook page or check out Nintendo UK on Twitter.
You can also find out more about the great games available on Nintendo 3DS family systems here, including upcoming titles like Hey! PIKMIN, Miitopia, Metroid: Samus Returns, Monster Hunter Stories, Pokémon Ultra Sun & Pokemon Ultra Moon and loads more!
*Please check with your preferred retailer for other prices on New Nintendo 2DS XL
