Nintendo Fall Conference

**X-3** · 09-28-2010, 09:20 PM

It's...apparently really close. It's on the 29th, I think. 2:00 PM in Japan. So yeah, REAL close.

Expect some nice stuff, like the 3DS release date.

CuccoLady · 09-29-2010, 12:01 AM

3ds want

[seriously... if ONLY for paper mario 3DS. Oh, and OoT 3DS maybe, too. But primarily the former.]

Rainbow Dash · 09-29-2010, 12:03 AM

****ing announce pikmin 3 already god

e: http://www.coveritlive.com/index.php...=600&width=800

It's started, look there for some info

Fairlight Excalibur · 09-29-2010, 12:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CuccoLady

3ds want

[seriously... if ONLY for paper mario 3DS. Oh, and OoT 3DS maybe, too. But primarily the former.]

EPIC YES.

Rainbow Dash · 09-29-2010, 12:50 AM

MARCH RELEASE DATE FOR US AND EUROPE

**NintendoNut** · 09-29-2010, 06:13 AM

This was some good news to wake up to

GameBoy games coming to 3DS, online functions detailed- Destructoid

A collection of the other stories can be found here

All of the 3DS, Wii and DS news in one convenient spot- Destructoid

**Valigarmander** · 09-29-2010, 07:10 AM

I misread the title as "Nintendo Fail Conference" and thought, "That bad, huh?"

But this is good.

**X-3** · 09-29-2010, 07:32 AM

Software Lineup Video

GameBoy Virtual Console

Nintendo Formally Announces 3DS Price & Date (andriasang.com, 09.29.2010)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Specs

Nintendo announced a final release date and price for the Nintendo 3DS today, and also shared a final spec sheet for the system.

The 3D-compatible portable will be released domestically on February 26, priced at ¥25,000. It will be available in Aqua Blue and Cosmos Black color variations.

Your ¥25,000 will get you a set that includes the following items:

Nintendo 3DS System
Nintendo 3DS Exclusive Charging Stand
Nintendo 3DS AC Adapter
Nintendo 3DS Exclusive Touch Pen
SD Memory Card (2 Gigabytes)
6 AR Cards (paper cards used for playing with the camera)
Simple Starter Guide
Instructions
Warranty
The system's specifications, as translated from Nintendo's press release are:

Size
134x74x21mm
Weight
230g
Upper Screen
3.53 inches, wide screen with naked eye 3D support, 800x240 pixel resolution
Lower Screen
3.02 inches, 320x240 pixels
Camera
One camera on the inside, two cameras on the outside. Each camera is 0.3 megapixels (640x480)
Wireless Communication
2.4GHz. Can exchange data with other 3DS units through Surechigai (Tag Mode). Can connect to the internet via wireless LAN access points (compatible with WPA/WPA2 IEEE802.11 security).
Inputs
A/B/X/Y, D-pad, L/R, Start/Select, Slide Pad (360 degree analogue input), Touch Screen, Internal Mic, Camera, Motion Sensor, Gyro Sensor
Other Inputs
3D Volume (can smoothly adjust degree of 3D output), Home Button (for opening the Home menu), Wireless Switch (can turn off wireless even while in mid-game), Power Button
Connector
Game Card Slot, SD Memory Card Slot, AC Adapter Connection, Charge Connection, Headphone Connection
Sound
Stereo Speakers on the left and right of the top screen
Touch Pen
Can be contracted. Max length 10cm
Battery
Lithium Ion Battery
Game Card
Nintendo 3DS exclusive game cards. Size is the same as DS cards. Max memory capacity will be 2 gigabytes at system launch
Major functionality mentioned by Nintendo in its press release includes:

Enjoy 3D images with the naked eye on the top screen.
You can adjust the 3D volume to change the 3D feel, and can also make it 2D.

A stereo camera that can take 3D pictures
Includes 2 external cameras. When you take 3D pictures, they can be viewed on the spot.

New input interfaces
Slide Pad, Motion Sensor, Gyro Sensor

Itsunoma ni Tsuushin
When the 3DS is in sleep mode, the system will automatically seek out Nintendo Zone and wireless LAN access points and will grab information, game data, free games, videos and other things from the internet. The name, incidentally, translates to something along the lines of "Wireless Communication When You Weren't Expecting It."

Surechigai Tsuushin/Tag Mode
When the 3DS is in sleep mode, it will automatically exchange data with other 3DS systems. The system can transfer data from multiple games simultaneously.

Functionality For Use Without Leaving Games
Home Menu, Internet Browser, Notice List

A Variety of Software Built In
Nintendo 3DS Camera, Nintendo 3DS Sound, Mii Studio, Surechigai/Tag Mode Mii Plaza, AR Games, Omoide Kirokuchou (Memory Recording Notebook) and more

Download Sales of Games
In addition to buying games, you can view introductory videos and rankings

Transfer Over Software and Data
You'll be able to transfer your already purchased download software to 3DS. This includes DSi Ware games from DSi and DSi LL.

Backwards Compatible
In addition to playing games made for 3DS, the system can also play DSi and DS games.

Parental Controls
You can set play restrictions based off game ratings. You can also limit browser use and other areas. Parental Controls have been improved from the DSi versions.

oh and ~~kif is pregnant~~ MegaMan Legends 3 is coming

Click to view video.

Video somewhat related.

**Loot** · 09-29-2010, 09:37 AM

So much for the rumors about Holiday 2010 release.

$300? Yikes. Game Boy VC? HELL YES

**X-3** · 09-29-2010, 09:39 PM

Tales of the Abyss IN 3D

Some Ocarina screenshots. It's not much, but hey.

By next year, my body should be ready.

09-28-2010, 09:20 PM	#1
X-3 Useful as an Owl Join Date: Jan 2004 Gender: Posts: 15,943 Thanks: 753 Thanked 1,213 Times in 790 Posts Blog Entries: 10	Nintendo Fall Conference It's...apparently really close. It's on the 29th, I think. 2:00 PM in Japan. So yeah, REAL close. Expect some nice stuff, like the 3DS release date. Last edited by X-3; 09-28-2010 at 09:28 PM.

09-29-2010, 12:03 AM	#3
Rainbow Dash been dreamin', i've been waitin' Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: a bomb-ass cloud house bachelorette pad Gender: Posts: 24,401 Thanks: 173 Thanked 1,179 Times in 716 Posts	***ing announce pikmin 3 already god e: http://www.coveritlive.com/index.php...=600&width=800 It's started, look there for some info Last edited by Rainbow Dash; 09-29-2010 at 12:22 AM.*

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CuccoLady Anime and Cartoons Mod Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: THIS LOCATION REMINDS ME OF A PUZZLE, LUKE Gender: Posts: 9,077 Thanks: 2,825 Thanked 1,222 Times in 822 Posts	3ds want [seriously... if ONLY for paper mario 3DS. Oh, and OoT 3DS maybe, too. But primarily the former.]

09-29-2010, 12:50 AM	#5
Rainbow Dash been dreamin', i've been waitin' Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: a bomb-ass cloud house bachelorette pad Gender: Posts: 24,401 Thanks: 173 Thanked 1,179 Times in 716 Posts	MARCH RELEASE DATE FOR US AND EUROPE

09-29-2010, 06:13 AM	#6
NintendoNut PC Games and Tech Mod Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Hold on, I know this..... Gender: Posts: 8,655 Thanks: 108 Thanked 85 Times in 56 Posts	This was some good news to wake up to GameBoy games coming to 3DS, online functions detailed- Destructoid A collection of the other stories can be found here All of the 3DS, Wii and DS news in one convenient spot- Destructoid

09-29-2010, 07:10 AM	#7
Valigarmander The Bee's Knees Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: The land of rain and trees (Oregon) Gender: Posts: 29,755 Thanks: 1,649 Thanked 5,700 Times in 2,580 Posts Blog Entries: 20	I misread the title as "Nintendo Fail Conference" and thought, "That bad, huh?" But this is good.

09-29-2010, 09:37 AM	#9
Loot Apparently I'm a mod? Join Date: May 2001 Location: LEGITIMATE BUSINESS Gender: Posts: 13,208 Thanks: 236 Thanked 1,237 Times in 659 Posts	So much for the rumors about Holiday 2010 release. $300? Yikes. Game Boy VC? HELL YES

09-29-2010, 09:39 PM	#10
X-3 Useful as an Owl Join Date: Jan 2004 Gender: Posts: 15,943 Thanks: 753 Thanked 1,213 Times in 790 Posts Blog Entries: 10	Tales of the Abyss IN 3D Some Ocarina screenshots. It's not much, but hey. By next year, my body should be ready.