Nintendo 3DS facts for kids
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An Aqua Blue Nintendo 3DS in the open position.
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| Developer | Nintendo |
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| Manufacturer | Nintendo, Foxconn |
| Type | Handheld game console |
| Generation | Eighth generation |
| Release date | JP February 26, 2011 EU March 25, 2011 NA March 27, 2011 AU March 31, 2011 KOR April 28, 2012 CHN December 1, 2012 |
| Units shipped | Worldwide: 29.84 million (as of December 31, 2012) |
| Media | Nintendo 3DS, DS and DSi Game Cards, Digital distribution |
| CPU | Dual-Core ARM11 MPCore |
| Memory | 128 MB FCRAM, 4 MB VRAM |
| Storage | Included 2 GB SD card 2 GB internal flash memory (1.5 usable) Cartridge save |
| Graphics | Digital Media Professionals PICA200 GPU |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi IR |
| Online services | Nintendo Network StreetPass and SpotPass Miiverse |
| Best-selling game | Super Mario 3D Land (8 million units) |
| Backward compatibility |
Nintendo DS/DSi |
| Predecessor | Nintendo DS series (DS, DS Lite, DSi, and DSi XL) |
| Successor | Nintendo 3DS XL (redesign) |
| Related articles | Famicom 3D System Virtual Boy |
The Nintendo 3DS is a cool handheld video game system made by Nintendo. It's special because it can show 3D pictures and videos without you needing to wear any special glasses!
Just like the Wii console, the 3DS has a fun app called Mii Maker. This lets you create your own cartoon character, called a Mii. Some games even let you use your Mii as the main character.
The Nintendo 3DS first came out in Japan on February 26, 2011. It then launched in Europe on March 25, 2011, and in the United States on March 27, 2011.
You can play games on the 3DS in either 2D or 3D. There's a special slider on the side that lets you easily change how much 3D effect you see. The Nintendo 3DS can also play games made for the older Nintendo DS system, but those games will only appear in 2D.
The system comes with some built-in apps and others you can download from the Nintendo eShop. These include things like Nintendo Video, Nintendo Zone, and Swapnote. The 3DS has three cameras: one on the inside and two on the outside. The outside cameras let you take cool 3D photos and even record 3D videos up to 10 minutes long!
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History of the 3DS
The Nintendo 3DS was first shown to the world at a big event called the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in 2010. People were really excited to see a handheld system that could do 3D without glasses.
Price Changes and New Models
On August 12, 2011, Nintendo made a big change. They lowered the price of the 3DS from $250 to $170. If you had bought the system at the higher price, Nintendo gave you a special gift. You received 10 free Nintendo Entertainment System games and 10 free Game Boy Advance games to download from the Nintendo eShop. This was a thank you to early buyers.
Later, on June 21, 2012, Nintendo announced a bigger version of the console. It was called the Nintendo 3DS XL. This new model had much larger screens than the original 3DS. It came out on August 19, 2012, at the same time as the game New Super Mario Bros. 2. The Nintendo 3DS XL cost $199.
A different version of the console, called the Nintendo 2DS, was released on October 12, 2013. This model was designed to be more affordable and did not have the 3D screen feature.
Popular Games for the 3DS
When the Nintendo 3DS first launched in Japan, some of the games available were Pro Evolution Soccer 3DS and Super Street Fighter IV 3D Edition. Other launch titles included Samurai Warriors: Chronicles and Nintendogs + Cats.
For its launch in North America and Europe, popular games like The Sims 3, Madden NFL 3DS, and Lego Star Wars 3: The Clone Wars were available. Players could also enjoy Super Monkey Ball 3D, Asphalt 3D, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars, and Steel Diver.
Built-in Apps and Features
The Nintendo 3DS comes with many useful and fun applications already installed. Here are some of them:
- Health and Safety Information: Important notes about using your system safely.
- Nintendo 3DS Camera: For taking photos and videos.
- Nintendo 3DS Sound: To play and record sounds.
- Mii Maker: Where you create your Mii characters.
- StreetPass Mii Plaza: A fun place where your Mii can meet other players' Miis.
- AR Games: Games that use special cards and the camera to mix real life with game graphics.
- Face Raiders: A game where you shoot at funny faces made from photos.
- Activity Log: Keeps track of how long you play and what games you've used.
- Nintendo 3DS Download Play: Lets you play with friends who don't own the game.
- System Settings: Where you can change how your 3DS works.
- Nintendo eShop: A store to download new games and apps.
- Nintendo Zone: Helps you find Wi-Fi hotspots when you're out and about.
Related Nintendo Systems
Images for kids
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The Nintendo 3DS E3 2010 unveiling involved an elaborate stage with moving set pieces.
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A prototype Aqua Blue Nintendo 3DS shown at E3 2010; the circle pad was originally colored alongside the console.
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A Nintendo 3DS XL in the open position
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The Circle Pad Pro accessory for the original Nintendo 3DS
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A Nintendo 3DS stand, originally bundled with Kid Icarus: Uprising
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A Nintendo 3DS NFC Reader/Writer, which enabled Amiibo for the 3DS, 3DS XL, and 2DS
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A Black + Blue Nintendo 2DS
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A Metallic Black New Nintendo 3DS XL
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A Black x Turquoise New Nintendo 2DS XL
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The Nintendo 3DS Home Menu as of system version 9.3.0-21. The upper screen displays a 3D animated logo for each individual app, while the bottom screen displays application icons.
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An augmented reality tech demo called Target Shooting, as seen at E3 2010
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See also
In Spanish: Nintendo 3DS para niños
