Nintendo Japan released details today on the Nintendo 3DS following their 2010 Nintendo Press Conference. How much will the 3DS cost? When is it being released? What are the features? Where can you pre-order? Can you transfer existing DSiWare games? Read the complete breakdown below for these answers, showing all the latest known on the Nintendo 3DS following Nintendo Japan’s September 29, 2010 Press Conference. Note that more specific North America and Europe Nintendo 3DS details are still to be announced.
Price:
25,000 yen incl. tax (about $300 USD)
Release Date:
Launches February 26, 2011 in Japan.
Pre-order:
Nintendo 3DS (Cosmo Black) pre-order from Play-Asia.com (Japan import release)
Nintendo 3DS (Aqua Blue) pre-order from Play-Asia.com (Japan import release)
Launches in month of March 2011 in North America and Europe.
Watch for pre-orders at Amazon.com and GameStop.com.
Nintendo 3DS (Aqua Blue)
Nintendo 3DS (Cosmo Black)
Nintendo 3DS dimensions and weight:
Closed:
- 5.3 inches wide, 2.9 inches long, 0.8 inches tall
Weight:
- About 8 ounces
What’s included in the 3DS package:
(confirmed in Japan release)
- Nintendo 3DS hardware unit
- Nintendo 3DS charging cradle
- Nintendo 3DS AC adapter
- Nintendo 3DS telescoping stylus
- 2GB SD Memory Card
- 6 AR Cards (used for games with AR technologies)
- Quick-Start Guide
- Operations Manual
- Warranty Card
Nintendo 3DS Features and Tech Specifications:
- 3.53 inch Top Screen capable of displaying 3D images, without the need of 3D glasses. 800 x 240 resolution (400 pixels for each eye to create 3D effect). 3D Depth Slider allows to adjust amount of 3D effect, and can be turned off to display a 2D image.
- Touch Screen is 3.02 inch LCD with 320 x 240 resolution.
- Cameras: Two outside cameras allow 3D pictures to be taken. One inside camera. The cameras have a 640 x 480 (0.3 Mega) pixel resolution.
- Wireless Communication: 2.4GHz band. Allows local wireless play with other 3DS systems, as well as online play via LAN access points. Supports 802.11 (WPA/WPA2 security).
- Battery: Lithium ion battery (details on battery life were not announced).
- Controls include: Touch Screen, Circle Pad (360 degree analog input), Motion Sensor, Gyro Sensor, Internal Microphone, A/B/X/Y buttons, D-Pad (+ Control Pad), L/R buttons, Start & Select button, Home Button, Power button, Wireless Switch, 3D Depth Slider.
- Input and Output: Game card slot, SD memory card slot, AC adapter connector, charging cradle terminal, stereo headphone output jack.
- Nintendo 3DS cartridge has the same storage size as current Nintendo DS game cards at 2GB.
- Stereo speakers located on left and right of top screen.
- Included Nintendo 3DS Telescoping Stylus extends up to 4 inches.
- SpotPass : While 3DS is closed in sleep mode, the Nintendo 3DS picks up Nintendo WiFi spots for free demo downloads and more.
- StreetPass :
While closed in sleep mode, the Nintendo 3DS picks up other Nintendo 3DS systems and allows exchange of game data.
- 3Ds features multi-task function during gameplay to allow access to the Home Menu, Web Browser, notifications and more.
- Pre-installed software includes: Nintendo 3DS Camera, Nintendo 3DS Sound, Mii Studio*, Street Pass Mii Plaza*, AR Games*, Activity Log (*Japanese names; name may differ in US release)
- Download Service (DS Shop) allows for purchasing games, viewing game & software videos, sales rankings of games & software.
- Software Data Transfer : Allows software to be downloaded on Nintendo 3DS, including a limited number of transfers of DSiWare from previous DSi and DSi XL systems to the Nintendo 3DS (some software cannot be transferred).
- Compatibility : Nintendo 3DS is compatible with DS and DSi games & software.
- Parental Controls: Allows restricting gameplay according to game rating and restricting the use of the Web Browser.
Nintendo 3DS Japan trailer:
Nintendo 3DS games
Here’s a list of some additional Nintendo 3DS games showcased during the Nintendo Japan 2010 Press Conference. See previous 3DS games announced at E3 2010 here.
Nintendo:
Virtual Console games: Online shop will sell Game Boy, Game Boy Advance and Classic 3D Games.
Mii Studio – Allows you to create your Mii on the Nintendo 3DS. Will use 3DS camera to take your picture and begin with that as a template for your Mii character. Mii characters are also converted to a QR Code, which you can use to print and share your Mii.
Namco:
Ridge Racer 3D – Using the tag mode feature, race ghost data and rankings can be exchanged.
Team NINJA and Tecmo Koei America:
Dead or Alive Dimensions – Details from Tecmo Koei:
“While the 3D effect isn’t visible through this video, what you will notice is an uncanny detail to characters and environments, smooth and fluid movement between characters and their techniques, and a speed that rivals what you would find on a home gaming console. And regarding the 3D effect… while you can’t see it in this video we can tell you that if you’ve ever smashed an opponent through the wall of a ninja mansion, or thrown someone through a church window in a previous Dead or Alive game, then experiencing moments like these in 3D will bring a smile to your face (and wipe any smiles off your opponent’s as well).”
Capcom:
Street Fighter 3D – Can receive fight requests via Wi-Fi.
Resident Evil: The Mercenaries announced for 3DS (apart from Resident Evil: Revelations).
Mega Man Legends 3 Project announced for the Nintendo 3DS
(see more details at Capcom-Unity.com)
Keep a lookout for updates to this article when more information on the Nintendo 3DS is released!
