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Nintendo 3DS: Still a viable portable gaming option despite rising prices and defunct online services

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Despite its discontinuation and the shutdown of its online services, the Nintendo 3DS remains a compelling portable gaming option, especially when compared to the rising prices of newer handhelds like the Nintendo Switch 2. While the 3DS is now more expensive than at launch, its compact, durable clamshell design offers superior portability compared to larger devices like the Steam Deck or Xbox Ally. Community-driven projects like Pretendo aim to restore online functionality, and the console is highly moddable for accessing a vast library of games through emulation. AI

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Nintendo 3DS: Still a viable portable gaming option despite rising prices and defunct online services

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  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Deven McClure) ·

    Is a Nintendo 3DS still worth buying in 2026?

    The Nintendo 3DS was Nintendo's last true portable console. While it stopped getting new games long ago, it can still be a great option.

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