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[Portal]

Guys! I FOUND A BRIGHT SIDE! The 2DS can't scratch its top screen!

[Bill Cipher]

Contrary to what everyone else here thinks, this is actually GENIUS when bundled with the price cut on Wii U. I'll try to explain it the best I can.

 

First off, Nintendo told Investors that they will make a major profit this year(I can't find the profit amount, I know it was HUGE, like 90 Billion yen or something). They then realize that the Wii U is floundering like a fish out of water and that the PS4, as it stands right now, is the giant grizzly bear that's looking for a snack(Think of Wii U as the fish where PS4 is the bear because of how it's powerful, being financed by a corporation that can take losses on hardware, etc). They then realize that they have to save the Wii U But ALSO that they still have that profit goal to make or investors will be furious with them. 

 

They then realize that if you follow the web, there is one Nintendo game that is constantly being mentioned :Pokemon X/Y. However, at the current price that the 3DS is selling at, they can't expect to turn around and make massive profits in certain markets such as America. The best way speaking from a logistics standpoint is to have a lower priced version of the 3DS hardware that can play the 3DS Library including Pokemon. Obviously though, They can't price drop any of the 3DS current systems to a lower price due to them making minor profits at the moment. If you had to get rid of a feature on the 3DS to the drop the price, the smartest choice is the 3DS Screen. It's expensive compared to the rest of the system and from my experience with other 3DS owners it's rarely used. You could drop the DS compatibility, but if you're trying to sell this as THE DS model for a low price, you should cover all your bases.

 

This leads to the creation of the 2DS, which A) Allows for Nintendo to have a Lower Price 3DS that still has 90% of the functionality B ) Have a way to make Pokemon sell to ALL age groups, even those less fortunate in terms of finances(Yes, Pokemon is a $40 game, but you can get Pokemon AND a 2DS for $170. That's opening up a whole new market.) C) Allow for them to cut the Wii U price to $300 WITH a game, making it be $160 less then a PS4 with the same stuff(Yes, PS+ trial, but it's not a full game), and finally D) allows for them to finally begin to push the Wii U sales wise with it's games coming out this fall.

 

 

All in all, this is Nintendo going "We can't screw around the profits anymore. It's time to play Hardball." THIS is the Nintendo that consumers want to see, the one that is willing to think outside the box for ways to make profits and is willing to play aggressively with the price. Consumers win by getting a lower priced system, Nintendo wins by gaining a larger install base to sell games to, and Retailers win by having a reason to keep the Wii U on the shelves of stores.

Edited by N Harmonius, 28 August 2013 - 09:16 AM.

[Portal]

Gotta agree with Harmonius. It really isn't that bad once you get past the initial shock.

[CookieEpic]

But you can turn off the 3D On a 3DS! WHAT!?

[galaga_z]

I think the 2DS looks awesome! It takes me back to my old school gameboy days. Gotta love the minds behind Nintendo's innovators.

[TheUltimateWaddleDee]

So does this mean there will be another Circle Pad Pro?

[BrandedSwordsman]

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Edited by BrandedSwordsman, 20 May 2018 - 01:48 AM.

[3Dude]

http://www.castle-vidcons.com/


I knew it. Hes so damn fast, it has to be precognition/psychic visions

[BrandedSwordsman]

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Edited by BrandedSwordsman, 20 May 2018 - 01:48 AM.

[alan123]

this is stupid !

 

all this will mean is that developers will make less 3D games !

[BrandedSwordsman]

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Edited by BrandedSwordsman, 20 May 2018 - 01:48 AM.

[Alph]

I will see how much it is, if it's really cheap, I am going to get one. I don't care if it's ugly.

[Bill Cipher]

I will see how much it is, if it's really cheap, I am going to get one. I don't care if it's ugly.

Uh...

The price has been revealed. It's $129 USD

[Soul]

I would buy if it could fold.

[Alph]

Uh...

The price has been revealed. It's $129 USD

%@^*&  that *&^#$*.

Edited by Alph, 28 August 2013 - 12:25 PM.

[3Dude]

 
It's sad out of all people, this guy gets it while a lot of you don't.

Its sad that you screwed that up so bad. He doesnt come remotely close to getting it.

Making a new kids platform when the biggest 7 and under money maker of all history is about to drop, but the platform its releasing on is restricted from younk kids buying/using it because of potential eye damage IS a brilliant idea.


What that moron is stating is as far as you can possibly get from that idea.

[namkotje]

Contrary to what everyone else here thinks, this is actually GENIUS when bundled with the price cut on Wii U. I'll try to explain it the best I can.

 

First off, Nintendo told Investors that they will make a major profit this year(I can't find the profit amount, I know it was HUGE, like 90 Billion yen or something). They then realize that the Wii U is floundering like a fish out of water and that the PS4, as it stands right now, is the giant grizzly bear that's looking for a snack(Think of Wii U as the fish where PS4 is the bear because of how it's powerful, being financed by a corporation that can take losses on hardware, etc). They then realize that they have to save the Wii U But ALSO that they still have that profit goal to make or investors will be furious with them. 

 

They then realize that if you follow the web, there is one Nintendo game that is constantly being mentioned :Pokemon X/Y. However, at the current price that the 3DS is selling at, they can't expect to turn around and make massive profits in certain markets such as America. The best way speaking from a logistics standpoint is to have a lower priced version of the 3DS hardware that can play the 3DS Library including Pokemon. Obviously though, They can't price drop any of the 3DS current systems to a lower price due to them making minor profits at the moment. If you had to get rid of a feature on the 3DS to the drop the price, the smartest choice is the 3DS Screen. It's expensive compared to the rest of the system and from my experience with other 3DS owners it's rarely used. You could drop the DS compatibility, but if you're trying to sell this as THE DS model for a low price, you should cover all your bases.

 

This leads to the creation of the 2DS, which A) Allows for Nintendo to have a Lower Price 3DS that still has 90% of the functionality B ) Have a way to make Pokemon sell to ALL age groups, even those less fortunate in terms of finances(Yes, Pokemon is a $40 game, but you can get Pokemon AND a 2DS for $170. That's opening up a whole new market.) C) Allow for them to cut the Wii U price to $300 WITH a game, making it be $160 less then a PS4 with the same stuff(Yes, PS+ trial, but it's not a full game), and finally D) allows for them to finally begin to push the Wii U sales wise with it's games coming out this fall.

 

 

All in all, this is Nintendo going "We can't screw around the profits anymore. It's time to play Hardball." THIS is the Nintendo that consumers want to see, the one that is willing to think outside the box for ways to make profits and is willing to play aggressively with the price. Consumers win by getting a lower priced system, Nintendo wins by gaining a larger install base to sell games to, and Retailers win by having a reason to keep the Wii U on the shelves of stores.

 

Well said!

[Gimbal]

Well, if you watch the video, they say that Nintendo is aiming for 7-year-olds with it. I definitely wouldn't buy it; if I get a 3DS, I want it to have 3D and have a clamshell design, but I think there's people who this will be great for.

 

I think 7 year olds would want 3D too and I think it's ok for their eyes since they're over 6 but...meh. Cheaper is still better for them and they might be ok with 2D.

To the people neglecting the 2DS, don't because this is not meant for you. As the video showed it's for younger and casual gamers. Price drop + new design releasing right next to Pokemon and Sonic is genius. 

 

You guys gotta think about why Nintendo is doing this and understand their motives/ philosophies. 

If you don't understand why Nintendo does certain things, and you don't know their philosophies, you're a Pretendo. It's not about wether or not you play or don't play certain Nintendo games. 

 

I think it's sad you said Pretendo...No...I think it's pretty horrible.

[Foot]

http://kotaku.com/in...typo-1214807721
 
Apparently it's comfortable to hold and is better balanced. I already have a 3DS XL so I don't need this, but I don't think it's really a bad idea. It IS only $40 less than the 3DS, but that is the cost of one game.
 
If a family was to get two of these and a game with download play, they would save enough for two more games or for most of the cost of a third one.
 
Then again, I'm also pro Wii Mini despite never seeing one in anyone's house.

They should have designed the back with the shape like the Wii U GamePad's back has...


AND I DON'T EVEN WANNA KNOW HOW BIG THE 2DS CIRCLE PAD PRO IS GONNA BE

[TheDoritoKing]

I don't think it has a target audience

I assumed it was for kids too young for the 3D feature; those who can't see the 3D feature, or it just makes them sick; or those who couldn't afford a normal 3DS but still want to get their hands on Pokemon X/Y.