Name: New 2DS XL
Brand: Nintendo
SKU: 96051
Rating: 4.4 (48 reviews)

4.2

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.4 / 5

the handheld feels better built to last
still feels very durable
lighter

the performance dip was noticeable
chunky coloured rim and colour matched buttons
aren't quite as bright as those on the New 3DS XL

Wifi: yes
Built-in speakers: yes
Display type: LCD
Screen size: 4.87 in
Built-in touchpad: no
Built-in camera: yes

Nintendo New 2DS XL - Pros & Cons

the handheld feels better built to last
still feels very durable
lighter
sleeker and far more attractive than
2DS XL is sleek while remaining friendly and approachable
the neatest
most efficient design at an affordable price
The new design is nice
3D effect is fantastic in 95% of all games
fantastic and affordable entry
beautiful
accessible
and still tons of fun
It s a great handheld at a good price
feels very sturdy and well-composed
the form factor fit them quite nicely
improved ergonomics and design
feels great to play on and is an admirable choice
The overall effect is very nice
new ways of thinking
new connections
and new industries
an improved processor and the ability to play SNES games
well-designed package with a very attractive price tag
the hardware compares well with the variable history of the series
a fantastic Nintendo portable gaming experience at a great price
great product with a fantastic game library
2DS XL offers a refreshing change of pace

the performance dip was noticeable
chunky coloured rim and colour matched buttons
aren't quite as bright as those on the New 3DS XL
no way to change the look of it with customisable face plates
Nintendo has put the cartridge slot behind a plastic flap
the bulk of the system is in the bottom
placement of the AR Cameras
the Game Card and MicroSD slots are now behind a flap
you're slightly farther away from the top screen
Switch cannot currently compete with the extensive game library available
doesn't have pixel perfect screens though
lack of stereoscopic 3D
none gives a country crap about 3D
The 3D is no longer the selling point of the 3DS to me
lack of 3D
lack of a 3D screen
system's controls have been moved to the lower half of the system
No LikeThe hinge feels a little cheap
a little size and one feature shaved off
The game cartridge is always visible
and always ugly
Blue is no longer available after a day of chaos iOS 16
it lacks is face-tracking 3D
2DS XL is almost unrecognizable sitting next to the New 3DS XL
Home button has been moved from below the screen to below the control pad
The show looks pretty bleak
tubular hinge sticks out a little when the system is closed
doesn't have a 3D screen
meager processing power elsewhere
Pokemon is 2D
Loud in-game noises also cause the unit to vibrate a little bit in your hands
the stylus itself to be a little too short physically
front-facing camera and mic have been moved down to the hinge
the top screen now has a much smaller bezel
screen doesn't feel as sturdy as it has on previous models
the camera is no longer tucked away when the clamshell is shut
screen is constantly weighing down a little and tilting the whole device backwards
the flap quite difficult to open at times
lack of protection afforded to the dual displays of the original model a little
Nintendo s mostly given up on 3D lately
The inclusion of cameras in themselves are also a little perplexing
there s no 3D effect
means that a small fraction of the camera lens is exposed
clamshell design has been shifted down into the lower half
it simply feels dated compared to the Nintendo Switch
with mono speakers and no 3D functionality
handheld lineup bigger and more confusing
2DS' menus felt slow and clunky
suffer from heavy colour and contrast distortion at more extreme viewing angles
stereo speakers have been shifted from either side of the upper display down to
prone to fingerprints
scratches and scuffs
lacking in any sort of 3D screen calibration functionality
Navigation around the interface can feel a little convoluted at times
likely getting a tad long in the tooth
large
flat footprint sometimes made it awkward to transport
Nintendo currently sells only New generation hardware
console s back catalog to get the most out of the hardware
the console s hinge feels loose
3DS hid the SD Card slot underneath the back cover
lacks the 3DS signature feature
there's no option for custom faceplates
restrictive viewing angles
too expensive
loading time is slashed in half
that many more games to look forwards to
It s slightly shorter in length
this is a bad camera
The pictures often come out blurry on both the inner and outer camera
a photo and looked like a distorted mess
no real deal-breaker for the New 2DS XL
wobbly top screen and older tech-
the hinge seemed to feel a little loose
feel somewhat antiquated and noticeably low-res compared
lowers Switch sales forecasts
it lacks the 3DS's stereoscopic 3D
only one color option
doesn't stick out makes it look like an HD screen
the hinge sticks out a bit too much
Chronicles 3D can only be played on the New 3DS and New 2DS XL
XL notoriously omitted an AC adapter
XL can't hold a candle to the Nintendo Switch
battery life can vary significantly more depending on the type of game it's
can get a bit confusing
Mediocre battery life for a modern gadget
The top screen has no physically distinct border
The 3D is seldom missed in most games
The toothpick stylus is hilariously tiny
Battery life can be a little weak
The tiny stylus is very awkward to use
high single or low double digit TV show viewership
bottom half is likewise unbothered by awkward or oddly placed features
Mask drained the battery in just over 4 hours
XL stylus is only half an inch shorter
is the no-glasses-required 3D experience
The cartridge slot is hidden behind a subtle curved panel
does a matte-black console smudge
prevents accidental ejection of the game cart
The Switch will never let you transit from one screen to another in a

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Nintendo New 2DS XL - Full Specifications

CPU clock speed	268.0 MHz
Ram memory	256MB

Built-in camera	yes
Main camera resolution	0.3 Mpx
Second camera	yes
Second camera resolution	0.3 Mpx

Colour of product	Black,Blue Black,Green,Lime Black,Lime Black,Turquoise Green Grey,Purple Lavender,White Orange,White
Built-in touchpad	no
Gaming control technology	Digital
Gaming control function keys	D-pad Home Power Select Start

Supported audio files	AAC M4A MP3
Built-in speakers	yes

Motion sensor	yes
Gyroscope	yes
Multiplayer support	yes
Backward compatibility	yes
Built-in microphone	yes
Video game included	no
Games included	Mario Kart 7
Stylus pen	yes
Parental control	yes

Battery life (running)	6.5 h
Number of batteries required	1

Display type	LCD
Screen size	4.87 in
Screen resolution	400 x 240 px
Number of colours	16.78 million colours
Touch display	yes
Touchscreen type	Capacitive
Second display	yes
Second screen size	4.18 in
Second display resolution	320 x 240 px

Height	5.0 in
Width	5.67 in
Depth	0.8 in
Weight	9.17 oz

Memory card reader	yes
Type of media	Memory card
Compatible memory cards	microSDHC
Memory card included	MicroSDHC
Included memory card size	4.0 GB
Built-in hard drive	yes
Built-in optical drive	no

Supported image files	GIF JPEG/JPG

WiFi	yes
Wireless networking standard	802.11b 802.11g 802.11n
USB	no
GPRS	no
Bluetooth	yes
HDMI	no
DC-in jack	yes
Headphone connectivity	3.5 mm
Headphone output	1
3G (UMTS)	no
Built-in navigation system	no

Nintendo New 2DS XL - Q&A (16)

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Productz
over 1 year ago
Is the 2DS XL still worth it?
lyndia
over 1 year ago
I say it absolutely is worth it. With a large range of games (made even larger by its backward compatibility with the DS system's titles), there is no better time to grab one than right now. No, seriously, get one before you can't add money to the eShop anymore unless you have the Nintendo ID attached to a Switch.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
Why did they discontinue the 2DS XL?
josiah
over 1 year ago
Eventually, it designed a 3D-less clamshell console called the 2DS XL, which became available in 2017. As you can see, the company didn't abandon the 3DS family as soon as the Switch came out, but it most likely decided that it's the right time to retire the console because it's no longer selling like it used to.
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Productz
over 1 year ago
Does the 2DS XL need a screen protector?
marvin
over 1 year ago
The use of screen protectors is not required. However if you would like to use one, we recommend using only licensed protectors. If you don't wish to use a screen protector, the proper use of licensed styluses - such as the two included styluses - are designed to help prevent damage.
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gertude_hegmann
over 2 years ago
How much does a New Nintendo 2DS XL cost?
ben_greenfelder
about 2 years ago
A New Nintendo 2DS XL would cost around $150 in 2022.
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evita
over 2 years ago
Is the New Nintendo 2DS XL discontinued?
bradly.fritsch
about 2 years ago
Yes, the New Nintendo 2DS XL was discontinued in 2020.
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maximo
about 2 years ago
How long does it take to charge a New Nintendo 2DS XL?
spencer_crona
about 2 years ago
The New Nintendo 2DS XL takes about 3.5 hours to charge.
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marissa_thiel
over 2 years ago
Is the New Nintendo 2DS XL region locked?
micah.rutherford
about 2 years ago
Yes, the New Nintendo 2DS XL is region locked to ensure that proper parental controls are applied according to the region and so that the proper menus are displayed.
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terence_rodriguez
about 2 years ago
Does the New Nintendo 2DS XL have Bluetooth?
fransisca
about 2 years ago
No, the New Nintendo 2DS XL does not support Bluetooth functionality.
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thomas
over 2 years ago
How big is the new Nintendo 2DS XL?
harrison
about 2 years ago
The Nintendo 2DS XL features a 4.88" upper screen, which is bigger than the New 2DS.
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karolyn_herzog
over 2 years ago
What games can you play on the New Nintendo 2DS XL?
lovetta.hayes
about 2 years ago
The New Nintendo 2DS XL can play all existing Nintendo 3DS and DS titles in 2D. This includes New Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console games, such as Super Nintendo titles.
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millie
over 2 years ago
Can you play Animal Crossing New Horizons on Nintendo 2DS XL?
cory
about 2 years ago
No, Animal Crossing New Horizons was made only for the Nintendo Switch.
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winston
about 2 years ago
Does the new Nintendo 2DS XL come with a stylus?
charley.west
about 2 years ago
Yes, the New Nintendo 2DS XL comes with a stylus, an AC adaptor, six AR cards and a 4GB Micro SD card.
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tynisha.satterfield
about 2 years ago
Does the new Nintendo 2DS XL come with a memory card?
nickole
about 2 years ago
Yes, the New Nintendo 2DS XL comes with a 4GB Micro SD memory card included in the box.
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sheilah.koss
over 2 years ago
Does the New Nintendo 2DS XL come with a charger?
pearl
about 2 years ago
Yes, the New Nintendo 2DS XL comes with a charger included in the box.
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sharie
over 2 years ago
Can you play Minecraft on New Nintendo 2DS XL?
winston
about 2 years ago
Yes, Minecraft is available on the New Nintendo 2DS XL.
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nicky
over 2 years ago
How long is the battery life on the new Nintendo 2DS XL?
cristobal
about 2 years ago
The battery life of the New Nintendo 2DS XL depends on the software it uses. If it uses the 3DS software, the battery would last around 3.5 - 6.5 hours. If it uses the DS software, the battery life would be 5 - 9 hours.
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Nintendo New 2DS XL Nintendo - Editorial Reviews (31)

3.9

Based on 31 reviews

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Published: 04.08.2017

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Published: 28.04.2017

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4.0

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Nintendo New 2DS XL If You Actually Want to Play Games, Get the New Nintendo 2DS XL

Gizmodo

Published: 21.07.2017

If You Actually Want to Play Games, Get the New Nintendo 2DS XL

The Nintendo Switch exists, and is a fantastic gaming system that you can, in a pinch, play in a bar, a car, or on the train. Phones exist too, and the games on them are better than ever. So why the hell should you own anything else? Because games. The Switch’s library is still small, and smartphones still lack those games you can get lost in for days. So if you want a mobile system that can go anywhere and play some of the best games ever designed, you need something from the Nintendo 3DS family, which despite being seven years old, shows no signs of being at the end of its life any time soon.

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Published: 27.06.2017

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3.0

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Published: 05.05.2017

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4.0

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Published: 14.07.2017

New Nintendo 2DS XL Review

4.0

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Published: 24.06.2017

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Engadget

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4.1

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CNET

Published: 28.07.2017

Nintendo's New 2DS XL handheld deserves a big hand

The 2DS XL is the best DS console Nintendo has ever released. And if you still can't get your hands on a Switch, it's the perfect fix for gaming on the go.

PCMAG

Published: 11.07.2017

New Nintendo 2DS XL Review

4.0

The New Nintendo 2DS XL is the best (and most affordable) version of the 3DS gaming handheld we've seen yet, even if it pales in comparison with the Switch.