Hi all, as per titled... Im looking to purchase a set of 3DS console but am in a dillemma as to which console to buy.


For Pikachu - well because it's limited edition and it's cute and it's relatively cheaper.

For the NEW 3DS XL - So that can future-proof and play any games that may come up only for "NEW" ... it's more expensive


Asked those game shops and they said that games will still be produced for both consoles with some exception like Xenoblade to be only for "New"... I am sure that game developers will make use of the NEW system and produce games which are improved in graphics.




Please advise !!

Yea I understand but who knows along the line they may port some other games like Xenoblade to the 3DS. The NEW 3DS will always have the upper hand in playing games that were made specifically for it. (Selected games)

The 3DS XL on the other hand will be just fine with playing all the current & new games (my main intention is the Mario/Pokemon/cooking mama/harvest moon/Zelda) franchise which I think would not matter too much if I were to have a new or the 3DS XL.



But since I do not own any of the 3DS, I would like to find out if I should go with. Of course the NEW 3DS will be more expensive compared to the pikachu edition.

Thanks for the recommendation. May I know your reason in recommending the Pikachu over the New 3DS?

Is it worth to pay the RM300 extra for that?
My main interest for the 3DS are mainly the Mario/Pokemon/Harvest Moon type of games offered by Nintendo

That little extra - I can buy accessories and 2 games with it

This is hard :/

When is this NX coming out?
So it's worth the wait then?


Edit - Google search result came back with a lot of rumours and hearsay... it's said to be a replacement for Wii U. Therefore, will this be applicable to handheld consoles like the 3DS XL?



This post has been edited by Thalmes: Aug 4 2015, 12:38 AM

Like what Rei has mentioned, the wait for the NX is gonna be really long.

As per mentioned before, it's either the pikachu console or the new 3DS XL... With the pikachu, I get to save at least 200 bucks which I can use it for games / accessories. The game that I want to play are playable on the pikachu as well... so it really doesn't matter if I have the "NEW 3DS XL" or not.

Looking to purchase 2 at once for my and my SO to play together. Therefore the RM200 difference per console does make a difference

Anyone know where I can try to grab hold of the Pikachu 3DS XL?

in KL / PJ area

Hello all sifus,

recently got a set of new 3ds XL for myself (US region of course).

now I understand some US states charge higher taxes than the rest - may I know which state should I choose for my eShop?

Thank you

Okay thank you

Alaska it is !

May I also know if there's any local shops selling the special type of Hori new 3DS XL pouch?
Like the below for example




Trying to avoid buying overseas due to currency reasons.