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Testseek.com have collected 155 expert reviews of the Nintendo 3DS and the average rating is 81%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Nintendo 3DS.
Award: Highest Rated March 2011
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The editors liked

  • 3D screen doesn't require glasses
  • Bright
  • Clear color
  • Online game downloads
  • Two cameras (one in 3D)
  • Compatible with previous Nintendo DS games
  • Circle pad
  • Immense options
  • Increased durability
  • 3D effects/screen options
  • Sensor gameplay incorporation
  • Continuous play through “suspended” feature
  • Augmented reality game
  • And high discovery experience even without online features
  • 3D gaming experience is surprisingly good
  • - Sound build quality
  • - Ability to turn 3D off
  • - Large games selection
  • - Can play DSi & DSLite games
  • - Can create your own and keep others Miis
  • - Nintendo eShop
  • - Parental controls
  • This video game unit allows you to play games
  • Take and edit photos in 3D and has a 2.4GHz processor
  • Glasses-free 3D here today
  • Backward-compatible to DS/DSi games and DSiWare
  • Bonus
  • Built-in 3D camera for sweet stills and more
  • Solid
  • Sleek hardware design
  • Impressive 3D effects
  • High quality graphics
  • Improved speaker system
  • Circle Pad works like a charm.
  • Fun
  • Adjustable 3D effect
  • Much improved graphics that expand gameplay types
  • A few good launch titles
  • Good hardware controls
  • Easy interface beyond games
  • StreetPass and SpotPass good for getting outside
  • Clever and intrepid social networking features
  • Dual cameras can capture 3D pictures and video
  • Portable 3D without special glasses
  • 3D works surprisingly well. Bright
  • Beautiful screen. Analog thumb pad is comfortable. Compatible with DS game titles.
  • 3D effects look great
  • Outstanding extras and preloaded software
  • Wellrounded experience provides fun even when not playing games
  • Compelling 3D screen
  • Interesting AR game demos
  • Analog controls
  • 3D works well
  • Much more powerful than the DS
  • Incredible amount of potential
  • Cool 3D effects
  • Plays normal DSi games
  • 3D visuals are true gamechanger. Variety of fun
  • Preloaded apps. Lots of reasons to carry it around in sleep mode
  • Widescreen display
  • Better graphics capabilities
  • Analog control
  • Improved WiFi
  • Built-in social apps and capabilities
  • Recharging dock included.

The editors didn't like

  • 3D requires viewing from a particular angle
  • Not compatible with GameBoy Advance titles
  • Shorter battery life than predecessors
  • Not many games take advantage of 3D yet
  • Cameras are low resolution
  • High price
  • Flash/zoom camera functions
  • Short battery life
  • And “update” fatigue – the Nintendo DSi was released only two years ago
  • Games are expensive
  • - Picture quality is poor
  • - Advised not to use 3D more than an hour
  • - Advised not to let anyone under 7 use device in 3D mode
  • - Have to get just the right distance & angle for 3D to look correct
  • The Nintendo 3DS is not Bluetooth enabled.
  • Expect some eye fatigue over long stretches
  • Limited titles at launch
  • Expensive
  • 3D effect can cause some eyestrain
  • Terrible battery life
  • Constantly having to readjust your viewing angle isn't practical for road trips and crowded areas. First Prev 1 2 Next Last
  • Much costlier than an iPod touch
  • Not as flexible as the iPod or other multirole handhelds
  • No browser or online game store on launch.
  • Narrow "sweet spot" viewing field for 3D effect
  • Low 0.3-megapixel cameras
  • Only 5 hours battery life playing 3DS games
  • 3D can be hit or miss
  • Requires watching the screen at just the right angle. Mediocre battery life.
  • Poor battery life
  • Weak launch line up
  • Steep price point
  • Costly
  • Screen requires exacting precision
  • Very short battery life
  • Low-resolution camera
  • Missing a lot of software
  • No overly compelling games are available
  • Camera images are lowquality. Chews through battery in the blink of an eye. Games start at $40.
  • Pricey
  • Less comfortable to hold
  • Awkward support for DS games
  • Short battery life.

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  Published: 2011-03-18, review by: pcworld.com_techhive.com

  • Clever and intrepid social networking features, Dual cameras can capture 3D pictures and video, Portable 3D without special glasses
  • Narrow "sweet spot" viewing field for 3D effect, Low 0.3-megapixel cameras, Only 5 hours battery life playing 3DS games
  • Though it's uglier and trickier to get the hang of than its predecessors, the 3DS manages to be a unique gaming machine that Nintendo fans will want. Nintendo 3DS Takes No-Glasses 3D Mainstream Nintendo 3DS Review, by Matt Peckham March 18, 2011 Let's...

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  Published: 2011-03-01, review by: etechreviews.com

  • Abstract:  Nintendo 3DS is lightweight, attractive and affordable too. It is a marvel and I was delighted to see that this device is not just a hardware update from the previous version. This device is backwards compatible with the previous DS games but I won’t r...

 
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  Published: 2011-02-18, Author: 3DS , review by: neoseeker.com

  • Abstract:  The official North American launch of the Nintendo 3DS handheld is just over a month away, and Nintendo is really motoring to get both the hardware and software lineup all ready in time for March 27 (March 25 for Europe). Neoseeker was invited to test dri...

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  Published: 2010-08-03, review by: absolutegadget.com

  • Abstract:  Professor Layton and the Unwound Future The puzzling prof’s third outing looks much the same as the first two. Other than a slight cleaning up of the general presentation and gor-blimey Cockernee sidekick Luke suddenly gaining an inexplicably plummy v...

 
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  Published: 2010-06-01, review by: toptenreviews.com

  • This video game unit allows you to play games, take and edit photos in 3D and has a 2.4GHz processor,
  • The Nintendo 3DS is not Bluetooth enabled.
  • This is a great choice for people looking for the fun of a 3D-compatible handheld gaming console....

 
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  Published: 2011-03-25, review by: theglobeandmail.com

  • Abstract:  Modern 3-D gaming has been around for a while, but it’s far from mainstream. That changes with the launch of Nintendo 3DS, a portable game platform that promises stereoscopic effects without the need for those bulky, ugly glasses.The system’s naked eye...

 
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  Published: 2011-06-09, review by: impulsegamer.com

  • Now that Nintendo have released a software upgrade for their Operating System on the 3DS, this is probably the best time to purchase this console. The games on this console are amazing and Nintendo have really upped the ante in the world of potable ga...

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  Published: 2011-05-21, Author: Chris , review by: techgeek.com.au

  • 3D works well, comes with dock and included games, 3D is optional, has potential
  • One analogue stick, 3Dinduced headaches, no unique games yet, low quality cameras, battery life poor, expensive at $400
  • There is plenty of charm and this could be a viable alternative to Sony's latest offering. But instead of feeling great, the console feels mediocre....

 
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  Published: 2011-05-04, review by: channelnews.com.au

  • Fun; Glasses-free 3D works; Superb controls; Mini-games included; Well-built
  • Poor battery life; Proprietary charge; Region-locked games

 
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  Published: 2011-04-06, Author: Josh , review by: pcauthority.com.au

  • A console waiting on some good ideas...

 
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