3DS Price-point Isn't Too High Says Analyst

Ironstar: Nintendo revealed vital information about the Nintendo 3DS today, including price-point, a launch date, and supporting titles. Any gamer that isn't excited about Nintendo's publisher support for the 3DS platform hasn't had their morning coffee.

[NYC_Gamer]

but they all bitched about the launch price of the ps3

[KratosGirI]

and not to mention that consoles aren't equally priced throughout the world until a few years later.

I still remember when the PS3 first launched over here for an estimate of $1500, but now it's you can get a 250GB Slim for an estimate of $385.

Retailers here like raping customers that want a new console -_-

[TeenGoten]

Man honestly...that lineup of games justifies the price alone. Plus it has a ton of worthy features SIGN ME UP

[Keith Olbermann]

I can see it now..
Kid: I want the new DS
Parent: Ive got $300 I can buy one for you and Billy
Kid: .....:(

[sinclaircrown]

How does that play into things? anyone planning on buying any kind of game console obviously isn't feeling the effects of this "bad economy"

That term is used so often now, butmostly by people that it had no effect on.

My 401k took a hit. Maybe I'll notice it when I retire. For now, nothing has changed for me in day to day life. If yours has, maybe you have more to worry about than how to buy a nintendo.

[Keith Olbermann]

Nope..my job is doing well and secure. Now..when your looking at unemployment in the U.S. Who does that effect?? Consumers maybe? Thats how it plays into things. If you dont think the economy plays a part in consumer purchasing then you my friend need to go back to school.
Also, when a system is cheap then those who are hit hard by the economy can afford to buy their kid a cheap system for their birthday. So you think 10% of the U.S. not buying a system isnt a big deal?

[sinclaircrown]

The unemployment rate is high, yes. Are there jobs out there that anyone could get? yes.

why don't more unemployed people want these jobs that are out there? Because they think the jobs available are beneath them.

If you're too damn proud to work at 7eleven, or McDonalds, then don't be whining about how much a Nintendo handheld costs.

[Keith Olbermann]

Okay...If you were laid off making 70k and go on unemployment..you may make enough from unemployment to continue to pay your mortgage. If you accept a job from 7eleven for 25K you would loose your house. Think of that.

[Misterhbk]

Kid walks into his local Gamestop with Parent willing to shell out $300.
Kid sees Nintendo 3DS $300
Kid sees Xbox 360s $200-$300
Kid sees PS3 Slim $300

I know when I was a kid I would NOT have chosen a Gameboy over a major console. No way in hell. Just down right stupidity. That price just isn't competitive. Hell it cost more than their own major console does. Unless Nintendo intends for this to be their main next gen machine, this doesn't make any sense.

[sinclaircrown]

then it wasn't overpriced.

[Eamon]

There's a difference between expensive and overpriced.

Like charging £5 for a coffee. Technically, it's not expensive, but it is way overpriced.

[sinclaircrown]

from a different retailer.

And if you want a cheaper 3DS, well....

[STK026]

The PS3's launch price was 600$ (in NA), the 3DS is supposed to be either 250$ or 300$ (again, in NA), the PSP came out with a 250$ price tag in the US (and a 299$ here in Canada), the PSPGo came out at 250$, an iPod touch is priced between 200 to 400$, so I don't really see a problem with the 3DS' projected price. If the game line-up is as good as what we've been told, it's quite worth it.

Also, it'll be fun to see the reaction of some people on this website when Sony announces the PSP2's price (hint, it's likely to be above the 3DS's)

[eagle21]

No trailer can show you how awesome the 3DS screens are. There are a few youtube videos that show it's depth pretty convincingly. Get it in your hands at a kiosk, then decide.

I'm buying this day 1, for anyone else there is always other DS's to fit your budget. Or PSP. Comparing consoles to handhelds is only relevant to price. But the HANDHELD market buyer isn't concerned with a home console when making a true handheld purchase. They don't want to sit at home in front of a expensive 3DTV. :)

[OneSneakyMofo]

That's because analysts make $75,000 a year spouting bullcrap. $250 is too much for the working man or the kids' moms.

[moparful99]

Its not that "$250 is too much for the working man or the kid's moms" Its that for what you are getting $250 is freaking rediculous.. I'm sorry but once again nintendo is trying to cash in on a gimmick by appealing to everyone but gamers...

[ozstar]

When does a gimmick become a feature moparful99?

When it uses disc media?
When all controllers vibrate?
When everyone uses motion control?
When the PS controller uses two analog sticks?

Just leave it alone, you look really ignorant when you use the word "gimmick" these days. Didn't the Move and Kinect teach you anything!

[moparful99]

No I'm talking about the stylus touch screen and 3d... Those are gimmicks seeing as they don't add to the gameplay.. I've played ds's in every shape and form and I've never enjoyed one because of the touch screen.. Thats why I don't play games on my iPhone I hate the touch screen controls... Whats ignorant is someone like you who gets offended because I think that nintendo's products are gimmicky..

[NicSage]

299?! you can buy a PS3 for that price, are they insane?

What is the PSP2 going to cost? I love my PSP & right now I can't see a reason to upgrade...

[Trroy]

Yeah... Nintendo gamers can afford it np. They are rich, right? And parents love spending big bucks on easy-to-break toys for their kids, too.

/s

[dkgshiz]

No thanks. I can get a new PS3 slim at my local Sams Club for $289. I thought the PSP Go was expensive.

[butterfinger]

the pricing hasn't been set for the West yet, even though everyone wants to act like it will be identical to the Japanese price (usually isn't, btw). Anyway, maybe Nintendo saw that people were willing to spend $250 for a crippled PSP that can't even play all of the software available for the format and decided that $300 was a pretty good deal for a much better overall experience. I, for one, will gladly get one on day one as long as it is no higher than $299 here in the US. The slew of good titles coming out for it along with the virtual console is worth it to me. The 3D functionality is just an added bonus.

[Seraphemz]

Isn't the Go considered a flop?

[Misterhbk]

The thing is not very many people did buy that 'crippled' PSP. Not even in Japan where the PSP sells like hotcakes. And if you add the fact that the PSP Go is A LOT better looking of a device than the 3DS that comparison is just dumb. And American's surely didn't pay 300 for it because I dont know anyone with a PSP Go. Not one person.

@Titanz
It's not about affording one. If I want I could buy one but I dont wanna spend 300 for a DS. Especially considering Six months down the road they'll a "lite' iteration of it or an "XL" or a "3DSi?" for less than the initial launch price. I swear we see a new DS roughly twice a year =/

[butterfinger]

So, I didn't realize that we buy gaming systems based on how good they look. The PSPGo being a better looking device is debatable, and it completely irrelevant to this conversation. Not to mention, the amount of people that YOU know that bought one is absolutely no reflection on how well or how poorly the system sold. For the record, I know ONE person that owns a PSP and it is a Go, does that mean the other PSPs don't sell? Obviously not. The 3DS most likely won't be the same price in the West as it is in Japan, since that seems to be the way things go these days. However, I would expect it to be at least $249.99, and it will be worth every penny especially when compared to the pathetic competition that the original PSP provides. If you don't want to spend $300 for the 3DS, that's fine, but the thing will more than likely still sell like crazy due to the amazing launch lineup and third party support already promised.

[Titanz]

But the 3DS offers a lot of features(3D movies,3D photos,music,Tag mode,etc.).

I can afford one, but for those who can't, I suggest you wait a year or so(Maybe you can even find one on Ebay or Amazon for less in the future).

[Trroy]

The sad part about this is that, if Sony (or someone) doesn't offer up serious competition, it'll be *years* before the price comes down.

Particularly in the US, unless the economy improves dramatically.

[butterfinger]

that the 3DS price is bad, I feel sorry for you suckers that think a PSP2 will actually be cheaper.

[theonlylolking]

Its way to high. Why would I get a handheld consoles over a $300 PS3 with blu ray and 3d and much better everything except portability?

[na-no-nai]

well if you already have a ps3 then why not. Of course I dont need a ps3 since my bro have one but i am planning to get 2 3DS on the release day.

dont wanna spend dont buy and dont complain

but to play 3d on the ps3, dont forget you need to get a 3dtv

[gypsygib]

I hope PSP2 is comparable to a 360 in terms of power and allows for HDMI and bluetooth syncing with PS3 controllers. That way your portable could double as your home system with the same games...mostly.

[butterfinger]

NONE of the big three are THAT stupid. Why would they want to lose the sales they can get from selling a home console AND a portable version?

[gypsygib]

Are you working for the big three? Why wouldn't you want that, oh I forgot it not about the gamers it's about making sure the companies profit.

It would also extend the life of PS3 as new games would still be released on it for the next 5-6 years. They don't make much money on selling consoles but they do on people buying games.

[StanRaimondi]

I have nothing against handhelds i just figure if im gonna spend 300 i would rather buy another ps3

[silkrevolver]

...I feel like I’m going to like the 3DS more than the PSP2 at this point. Obviously, we haven’t actually seen the PSP2 yet, and they could throw us some crazy curveball with it, but I’m really digging the launch lineup of the 3DS right now. Let’s just hope it’s support doesn’t taper off like the Wii’s did...

[jhani]

He may think what he wants. But guys, what are the exact specs of 3ds? I have checked many sites but nobody mention anything about the specs of this console?

[divideby0]

its to high... 250 is the top and thats to high for a handheld...
add a game and an accessory = forget it

[metsgaming]

If its even 250 i will wait for the psp 2, see its price and then go from there. Probably wont get either for a while since they are so expensive.

[Otheros00]

I doubt that the psp2 will look anything like this.

[JJFNIGHTS80]

I never listen or read what analyst have to say bout certain systems. All they do is yak yak. Complaining isn't getting them to figure out what's going to happened next.