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  Fun features
  
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  2D gaming
  
  Plays all Nintendo 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS games, and most Nintendo DS games in 2D.
  
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  XL screens
  
  82% bigger than the screens on Nintendo 2DS systems.
  
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  Ergonomic, folding design
  
  Easy to stow away when playing on-the-go.
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  Controls
  
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  Circle pad
  
  Allows 360° control.
  
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  C Stick
  
  A control stick perfect for subtle movements.
  
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  ZL/ZR and L/R buttons
  
  Two sets of back buttons for more control options.
  
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  Touch screen
  
  A touch-sensitive display screen controlled by the stylus.
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  amiibo
  
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  NFC reader
  
  A built-in near-field communication (NFC) reader makes it easy to use amiibo™ figures with compatible games.
  
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  amiibo compatible
  
  Get bonus items and content, customize your character, and or more when you use amiibo figures (like Mario!) with amiibo-compatible games.
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- Back view
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  Fun features
  
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  2D gaming
  
  It plays all Nintendo 3DS games and most Nintendo DS games in 2D.
  
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  Headphone jack
  
  Enjoy games in stereo.
  
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  Wireless connectivity
  
  Play multiplayer and co-op games via a wireless connection.
  
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  Unique design
  
  Built to go anywhere and easy for smaller hands to hold.
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  Controls
  
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  Circle pad
  
  Allows 360˚ control.
  
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  Touch screen
  
  Tap the touch-sensitive display screen with the included stylus.
  
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  L/R buttons
  
  A set of back buttons for more control options.
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- Back view
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  3D features
  
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  3D cameras
  
  Take cool 3D photos and record your own 3D videos.
  
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  3D viewing
  
  Super-stable, face-tracking 3D viewing takes games to a whole new level.
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  4
  
  Controls
  
  1
  Circle pad
  
  Allows 360˚ control.
  
  2
  C stick
  
  A control stick perfect for subtle movements.
  
  3
  Touch screen
  
  A touch-sensitive display screen controlled by the stylus.
  
  4
  ZL / ZR buttons and L /R
  
  Two sets of back buttons for more control options.
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  2
  
  amiibo
  
  1
  NFC reader
  
  A built-in near-field communication (NFC) reader makes it easy to use amiibo figures with compatible games.
  
  2
  amiibo compatible
  
  Get bonus items and content, customize your character, and more when you use amiibo figures (like Mario!) with amiibo-compatible games.
- Front view
- Back view

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A better way to play the games you love

These features add up to an amazing way to play both classic and new games. Play retro DS titles, Nintendo 3DS blockbusters, indie games on Nintendo eShop…all on one device.

Screenshot from Mario Party Island Tour

Screenshot from Kirby Planet Robobot

Screenshot from Disney Art Academy

Screenshot from Animal Crossing New Leaf

Screenshot from Fantasy Life

Sreenshot from Fire Emblem Awakening

Screenshot from The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds

Screenshot from Mario + Luigi: Dream Team

Screenshot from Mario Kart 7

Screenshot from Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS

Screenshot from The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D

Screenshot from Codename STEAM

Screenshot from Tomodachi Life

MSRP: Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price. Actual price may vary.

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