Nintendo announces 3DS XL for $199, August 19th

Nintendo announces 3DS XL for $199, August 19th

Nintendo 3DS XL
via Nintendo Direct

Nintendo has just announced the 3DS LL (3DS XL to us). The device is bigger, rounder, and still lacks a second analog stick.

Here’s all the news revealed about it, in bullet-point format. Because it’s easier than writing it in sentences.

  • The upper screen is now 4.88 inch screen, up to 90% more viewing area than the old 3DS
  • Lower screen is now 4.18 inches, for 90% more viewing area
  • It’ll have a little longer battery life, but the exact amount was unspecified.
  • Will be available in White, Red/Black, and Silver/Black in Japan, Red/Black and Blue/Black in US
  • Coming July 28th in Japan for 18,900 yen
  • Coming August 19th in US for $199.99
Nintendo 3DS XL
Nintendo 3DS XL color line-up