220°

E32010: 3DS to cost $249-$299 - analyst

Lazard Capital Markets analyst Colin Sebastian thinks Nintendo's 3DS will cost in the region of $249-$299.

Read Full Story >>
computerandvideogames.com
Jamie Foxx5476d ago

i really want one but no way will i pay£200+ knowing that with nintendo in a years time there will be a slimmer version

GWAVE5476d ago

I highly doubt this. Nintendo has always done a good job of keeping the cost of their stuff relatively low, especially for handhelds. Remember, they have a gigantic 12-and-younger market.

And remember, they've been working on this system for 3 years, so they've had time to perfect the tech and lower the costs.

Pennywise5476d ago

I called it... They are out of their minds. I thought $249.00, but even at that price it is OVER-priced.

darthv725476d ago

$199 if anything. That seems to be a sweet spot for them. I got the dsi when it came out at $169 and they are discounting those right now.

Aphe5476d ago

It's not official Penny, it's just an an analysts prediction. You know, like Pachter. You wouldn't rely on his word would you?

SpoonyRedMage5476d ago (Edited 5476d ago )

Pennywise you own a PSP Go don't you? and yet a more powerful, more capable handheld is apparently overpriced.

Oh right... it doesn't say Sony on it so of course it is.

Pennywise5476d ago

Spoony, you know what they say about assuming. Apply it here.

I own a 3000.

Oh right, I play HD games... so of course you will try to bash me.

SpoonyRedMage5476d ago (Edited 5476d ago )

Haha, way to be a hypocrite. I have a 360.

...and the PSP was $250 when it launched anyway, not just the GO. But yer I was wrong about you owning a Go then.

MegaPowa5476d ago

So just because you play HD games people will try to bash you? nice logic there -_-

+ Show (3) more repliesLast reply 5476d ago
EvilBlackCat5476d ago

that is fncking scary (hugging my DS Lite)

Blacktric5476d ago

*insert youtube link for Darth Vader's noooo here*

Brewski0075476d ago

I cant afford that are they absolutely mad? Screw that.

I'll save up money and see later on. I would love to play zelda in 3d alright :(

AAACE55476d ago

I have always suspected the 3DS will cost about $250!

Now at first you might want to doubt me, but I was one of the first people to predict the Ps3 would cost $500 - $600 when it launched! Even though people were saying Sony loves their fans and would never release a console for that price. I kept telling them that the tech included would make the cost significantly more than usual, but they still didn't listen.

So I am predicting again... $250! I wouldn't rule out $300, but I would be shocked if they did. The price may scare some off, but this DS won't be like the past ones. And we will get some great games from this console. This console will have a lot more value that the past ones.

fatstarr5476d ago

Analyst is out of their dam minds. I dont think nintendo hass ever sold anything for 299$

200 is the max nintendo would sell a handheld for.

+ Show (4) more repliesLast reply 5476d ago
OlvaR5476d ago

i would pay 200 or maybe if it totaly worth it 250..but no way more than that.

zireno5476d ago

I wouldn't be happy about the price being 250 but I would take the bite. a sweet price would be between 170-200 but giving the fact that it's a new system I think it would range between 200 -250, but it's nintendo and they are known for keeping their hardware relatively affordable so who knows, I'm still getting it regardless.

R0me5476d ago

Where do we live today?
Children go to their parents and beg for a 200+$ handheld?
Remember the price of a Gameboy?

This is madness!

wiggles5476d ago

When N64 used to be $150....lol

Awookie5476d ago (Edited 5476d ago )

Original gameboy cost $190 on release

R0me5476d ago

Sorry Mr.Wikipedia you are wrong:
Read again:
"At the time of its release in 1989, the ATARI LYNX was also just being introduced to the market. This system featured color graphics, a backlit screen, and networking capabilities.[17] However, its release price of $189.95 and substantial requirement of 6 AA batteries that would provide roughly only four or five hours of gameplay (compared to 10–12 hours on 4 AA batteries and a release price of $89.99 for the Game Boy) doomed it to a second-rate status."

Price was at 90$.

Show all comments (57)
400°

Nintendo and Google get roped into Microsoft's FTC defense

Microsoft has now called on Nintendo and Google to aid in its fight with the FTC over its merger with Activision Blizzard.

Read Full Story >>
gamedeveloper.com
Jin_Sakai855d ago (Edited 855d ago )

I’m really starting to despise Microsoft and Xbox at this point. Might just sell the Series X and buy a Switch to compliment our PS5’s. Metroid, Zelda: TotK, and Pikmin 4 are just months away at this point.

Neonridr855d ago

PS5 + Switch is honestly the best combo.

Jin_Sakai855d ago

Agreed. Both have amazing first party games!

Orchard854d ago

SteamDeck + Switch.

Xbox and PS games are playable on SD.

badz149854d ago

@Orchard

why would you want to play the worst versions of PS5 and Xbox SX games? the only thing the SD runs better than the original is Switch games

Orchard854d ago

@badz SD plays most games well. But if it's not up to your standards, just get a PC. PC/SteamDeck + Switch.

854d ago
S2Killinit854d ago

PS5 and Switch is definitely the way to go.

Jin_Sakai854d ago

“The Nintendo switch is a kids play thing compared to steam deck. It pummels the switch into the ground.”

Not thanks. I enjoy Nintendo games and love the OLED display.

FinalFantasyFanatic854d ago (Edited 854d ago )

@Orchard,
Your still missing out on alot of PS games doing that, Personally I'd go PS + Switch, but I also have a PC, so for me it's PS + Switch + PC and that gets me almost every game.

One day I'll get a Steam Deck to compliment my PC library of games, maybe when Steam Deck 2 comes out.

854d ago
BehindTheRows854d ago

PS5 + Switch + PC. But, close enough :P

The Wood854d ago (Edited 854d ago )

orchard...are you bored in life. Do you love pantomime or wanna be the lead attorney for Microsoft if all you do is cap for the brand doing the least. No disrespect intended but have a child , wife or play golf or something because you presence is weird. Dont strike me mods..... dude cant stop

thorstein854d ago

Well said. And whatever Xbox "exclusive" that I want, I just get for my PC.

+ Show (9) more repliesLast reply 854d ago
XiNatsuDragnel855d ago

Honestly getting a switch and ps5 is a better combo imo.

Lifexline854d ago (Edited 854d ago )

Lmao who gets that mad at a company wow get some therapy step away from the internet this is affecting you way more then you realize. You guys can be comedy in this website thanks for that laugh

Obscure_Observer854d ago

"Lmao who gets that mad at a company wow get some therapy step away from the internet this is affecting you way more then you realize. You guys can be comedy in this website thanks for that laugh"

I´m still laughing! XD

343_Guilty_Spark854d ago

You despise it because of a court battle?

S2Killinit854d ago (Edited 854d ago )

Personally I share his sentiments, for what MS is doing to the industry.

Fu£k MS, seriously.

854d ago
Jin_Sakai854d ago (Edited 854d ago )

“You despise it because of a court battle?“

The fact they’re trying to gobble up the worlds largest 3rd party publisher add over 2 years waiting for system sellers.

MontyeKristo854d ago

S2K - What EXACTLY is MS doing to the industry that you despise so much? Please share your thoughts..

+ Show (1) more replyLast reply 854d ago
Orchard854d ago

You despise them because of a court case? Feels like an overreaction.

Flawlessmic854d ago

You despise Sony because of what? Great consoles and great game consistenly?

Seems ridiculous hating on the gaming company giving us the most.

Your sd+switch comment is a joke but hey, expect nothing less from you.

notachance854d ago

Honestly it’s kind of amazing how Phil managed to make people like orchard keep defending the console after 2 generations of mediocrity.

thesoftware730854d ago

Lol, I get it..but at this point, what are MS to do? Just sit back and let it be blocked?

Also, remember when other companies agreed with Sony, you didn't seem this perturbed.

porkChop854d ago

What? You're overreacting. This is how literally any court case works. Calling on competitors, witnesses, etc., is standard practice. It's called building a defense. The FTC have been doing the exact same in building their case by calling on Sony for example. You don't build a strong case by making unsubstantiated claims, you need witnesses or documents to back them up.

giovonni854d ago

I mean, it’s logic when it comes to any other company, but it’s an issue when MS does it (builds its case.) It’s way too many emotional comments with no real facts to back it up. Just cause a company says something doesn’t make it factual as specially in the court of law. After reviewing the evidence so far the FTC needs a stronger case.

PapaBop854d ago

If only they put this much effort into actually making their own games.

BehindTheRows854d ago

Exactly. Xbox cheerleaders can drive around this road block all they want, but nothing matters more than this! When they start releasing their OWN games, we can start to credit Microsoft with a contribution to accelerating our medium. Until then, they're simply making useless noise.

CobraKai854d ago

I got all 3 but most of my play time is between PlayStation and Switch…. Yeah MS needs all the help it can get.

JL2930854d ago

Who told you Metroid is months away?

Obscure_Observer854d ago

@Jin_Sakai

"I’m really starting to despise Microsoft and Xbox at this point. Might just sell the Series X and buy a Switch to compliment our PS5’s. Metroid, Zelda: TotK, and Pikmin 4 are just months away at this point."

Finally! Do it! Bookmarked!

NotoriousWhiz854d ago (Edited 854d ago )

You can hate the CEO / leadership without hating the product. Don't let company politics ruin your enjoyment of a product.

Also, Switch is great. If you don't have one, I can highly recommend it, even with reduced performance compared to the current gen consoles.

BehindTheRows854d ago

I agree with your sentiment, but they go hand-in-hand. Once a company leaves a bad taste in your mouth, you aren't going to desire their products (or may desire them much less than before). And he clearly isn't alone. Xbox's numbers are down all around. That tells me what the public thinks.

In 2023, they have their work cut out for them. If nothing changes, they will eventually fall into obscurity with Nintendo and Sony continuing to truck along doing what they have for over 25 years — providing experiences you cannot get elsewhere. The multitrillion dollar company could learn a thing or two from those mere mortals.

854d ago
Focus40854d ago

Did Microsoft touch down there

RNTody854d ago

My combo is PC and PS5. Switch Games are amazing but Nintendo's infrastructure and marketplace puts me off. Decade old games still go for full price and hardly have specials.

MontyeKristo854d ago

You just now despise MS and Xbox? Bro, who you lying to - you been hating on MS and Xbox for yeeeeeeears.

Your mad because the are attempting to buy a company and are calling in people/companies that could possibly aid them in doing so? If the FTC and the UK's counterpart are fighting it - should they just be "okay, okay, you win!" Nah, that's stupid.

Y'all mad for what reason? They are trying to build a bigger better brand and y'all mad. Not like MS and Sony don't own near the same amount of studios, now. It's been lopsided for years but you've never complained or cried foul when Sony was buying up companies/studios.

Get over yourself.

+ Show (13) more repliesLast reply 854d ago
LOGICWINS855d ago

This is crazy. I can't believe MS dragged Ninty into this drama 😆

PureBlood855d ago

Hopefully they tell them to bugger off!

MEGANE854d ago

This is what nintendo gets for back stabbing Sony, by entertaining MS stupid offers instead of siding with Sony help them, o well, at this point Nintendo seems to be the more stable of the 3 companies, and they compite with no one at the moment.

jonny897855d ago

Sure, the company whose Play Store revenue you want to diminish will certainly help you in acquiring Candy Crush and COD Mobile.

Orchard854d ago (Edited 854d ago )

How will this acquisition have an impact on Googles Android store revenue?

And how are MS trying to diminish their store revenue today? Microsoft even sell devices that run Android and have the Play Store as their marketplace…

Orchard854d ago

I did. I couldn't find any mention of Microsoft planning to pull COD mobile and Candy Crash from the Android Play Store.

Hofstaderman854d ago

Not to mention MS has been a proxy agent in the Apple VS Google saga. So don’t be surprised if MS is banking on that. Slimeballs

Thundercat77855d ago

Wow.... Microsoft is out of control over this matter. I can't help but wonder how many people are they bribing to get this?

badz149854d ago

Maybe we will get news that Nintendo and Google both claim MS approach as harassment too after this.

FinalFantasyFanatic854d ago

I smell an incredible amount of desperation on Microsoft's part, it's getting to the point where the desperation is disgusting.

XiNatsuDragnel855d ago

Microsoft just stop dragging companies into your own mess if you did to them like you did Sony imo you need to give it up with performance Data. Also isn't Google against Microsoft?

lodossrage855d ago

They are, and they'll probably fight the subpoena just like Sony did.

blackblades854d ago

"Google and NoA requested extensions to the deadline to limit or kill their respective subpoenas"

Show all comments (81)
290°

10 Things Everyone Chooses To Ignore About Nintendo

Nintendo have done some really questionable things in the past, and it's time someone exposed their not-so-family-friendly past.

Read Full Story >>
thegamer.com
Spenok2007d ago

This is a really bad list.... but only because the title sucks and is so all encompassing. If it pointed out that the FANBOYS choose to ignore these things, than sure. But otherwise, these things are well known and documented.

rainslacker2006d ago

Some of the things are really dumb. Especially the connection to the Yakuza. Their reasons are completely baseless, and really idiotic.

2007d ago Replies(3)
King_Noctis2007d ago (Edited 2007d ago )

“ Once Upon A Time, Nintendo Made Erotic Playing Cards”

“ Nintendo Ran A Love Hotel”

“ Nintendo Was Associated With Gangsters”

“ They Once Had A Cartoon That Was Awful”

Wtf? Those aren’t even gaming related. At this point this dumb site is as bad as GamingBolt, if not worst.

“ They Charge People To Play Classic Games”

In what world do you get to play classic games for free on other console? 🤦‍♂️

2007d ago
rainslacker2006d ago

i used to like the Mario cartoon. On friday's they'd have the Zelda cartoon.

The yakuza connection was that the Yakuza preferred Nintendo playing cards, and Nintendo did nothing to stop them from buying them...because that's what Nintendo should do for some reason. I'd say most gamers don't realize that nintendo didn't start with computer games. "Love Hotels" aren't illegal, anywhere. Unless they were providing escorts, I don't see the problem.

And the last one, yeah, everyone charges for that. No one gives their stuff away for free just because it's old.

Tross2006d ago (Edited 2006d ago )

Yeah, I'd love for a free service like VC, but I'm willing to pay for the actual games.

2007d ago
tontontam02007d ago

I did not ignore those, I chose to ACCEPT.

Show all comments (43)
60°

Nintendo axes debut mobile game Miitomo

Nintendo has announced the closure of Miitomo, which it launched in 2016 as its first foray into smartphone gaming.