Remember that amazing red Smash Bros. 3DS XL that was confirmed for Europe not so long ago? It's coming to the US too, along with a blue variant of the same design.
Walmart is the source of the news, and has listed both the blue and red consoles in one of its promotional flyers. They're going to retail for $199.96 each, and are launching on September 19th — which would suggest that unlike the European version, the game won't come pre-loaded. However, it could come with a code which will allow the user to download the game when it becomes available — or Walmart could have made a good, old-fashioned mistake with that release date.
Thanks to Undead Terror for the tip.
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I think the advertisement is a mistake, as it says "new" 3ds xl - or it could be "new" as in a new edition...
oh boy, this is going to be annoying. Isn't there a new3dsxl planned that looks similar as well...?
In other news, right above the image of the Smash Bros 3DS, is a Wii U...
@erv The "new" means it is a new product in the catalogue, I think - look at the PS4 and MK8 bundles, they say "new" too.
That Blue one looks kinda ugly to me.
Who'd be dumb enough to buy this now...
Maybe it's something similar to last year's The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD Wii U bundle. Let's just wait for Nintendo to announce them.
The blue one should be facing the other side with Bowser, Ganon and co. ready to face the red 3ds withMario, Link and co.
I hope they hurry up and announce the even newer version for UK
I won't believe it until NOA announces it. Even so I doubt it's coming on the 19th because Nintendo would have said something by now, wouldn't they? I could be wrong though.
@MeWario collectors would buy this
@Pokefanmum82 Yea... They will... But they're not collectors, they're obsessive completionists. I collect comic books but I don't buy every comic book. I recognise when something is a turd and this is already obsolete before it comes out. This is like buying a GBA just before the SP comes out, or an SP before a Micro comes out - The Micros worth a lot more than a regular GBA right now isn't it? Because it's way better! If somebody wants to buy this then power to them - It just seems like a silly buy to me.
I don't see who would want to buy this now... I mean if you're going to get a new 3DS XL, you would wait for the "New 3DS XL", right?
@MeWario .... I'm buying it, mostly because I like the design and, well, I want to. I don't have every 3DS either, like you don't have every comic. Just because the latest tech is coming doesn't mean some of us have to buy it right away. There's still good games coming for the 360/PS3 and people buy those (I understand the backwards compatibility issue, btw). It's a preference. Plus, has the New 3DS been given a firm release in NA? So when would I be waiting for.... ?
Also, I'm sure my Famicom or Zelda GBA SPs are worth more than a micro, but I could be wrong....
but but but...
I will buy both designs 'cause I like them and there will be a 3DS to fall back on when my current one becomes damaged and unusable.
If I did not have the Pokemon XL I would have gotten this, new 3ds or not. Looks so sweet!
Aren't you people at NL worried about a cease & desist running a Walmart ad a week early? Big companies usually frown upon such things.
There's a lot of gaming goodness on that page for so early in Sept, Walmart wants to start Christmas shopping early. I'm consdiering the PS TV myself fo rmy knew non-smart tv in th ebedroom but hopefully a Wii U MK8 bundle w/ SSB coming (get a date out already Nintendo) gets some people to buy 1.
@MeWario Someone that either doesn't want to wait on the new model or doesn't know about it ...or really likes smash.
$199.96? You save four cents (not including tax)! And I thought the 1 cent savings by downloading both Bayonetta games was a killer deal. Step it up, Nintendo!
Well I still have my LoZ XL and just ordered the New LL MH4G bundle so.... i'm good
I like the design but I'll be waiting for the New3DS instead. I wonder if they delayed bringing the New3DS/XL to NA/EU just to give this system room to sell....especially if parents will be picking this up come Christmas thinking it's the "New" New3DS.
I understand it from a business perspective but still confusing and weird.
Oh damn that Smash bros 3DS XL looks awesome especially the blue one.I'm buying it cause blue is my favorite color and the design just looks damn good.
Even though my favourite colour is blue, I don't think it fits. Red is the colour for Super Smash 3DS and blue for Super Smash WiiU.
Hmmmm . . . blue or red . . .
Umm I don't know if anyone notice but uhhhhhhhhh......did anyone else see a blue Xbox 360??
When NintendoLife 1st revealed the New 3DS, they were listing all the new features and they said "The upper screen will also have less blur." I assumed that meant that the New 3DS XL won't be as blurry as the current 3DS XL. Does anyone know if that is true?
.....so I take it, it's not coming with Super Smash Bros. pre-installed?
I really don't get the decision makers at Nintendo. For most of 2014, they have been advertising well but this is a major mess up that will cost them sales. Why in the world would you announce a brand new 3DS and 3DS XL systems and then follow that up by announcing a new LE 3DS XL but for the older models? I know there are some collectors out there and I know there are some people who don't have a 3DS XL but this seems odd to me. It would have been a lot better to announce the SSB 3DS XL this fall and get huge sales from it. After the holiday season slows down, announce the new 3DS XL in Jan and say "coming this year!".
A couple of weeks ago, I really wanted this 3DS but now i'm not sure I can justify buying it. If Nintendo would confirm the new 3DS for a holiday 2015 release, then I may buy this new system. Yah screwed up Nintendo!
@Azooooz The Mario Kart 8 Bundle was announced already, it comes with MK8 and Nintendo Land. There is also a Mario 3DW bundle
I'll be needing to pick up a new 3DS at some point. My XL took a really nasty knock of falling off a moving vehicle, but somehow functions almost perfectly still. I'll probably wait for the New 3DS XL comes around. This Smash one seems enticing, but it's not worth it to me with a new model coming soon.
What's more interesting to me is that Alienware console in the ad. Never knew they were entering the console space via Steam. I'll need to research that...
I would have bought this if the New 3DS weren't announced.
As if anyone would buy this with the new 3ds coming out.
Total waste! There is a New 3Ds model coming in Japan so it's better to get this with the same desighn instead.
@MeWario a backlit GBA feels so much better than the cramped SP and micro
WHY THE H would would we buy that when the New 3DS is coming out next year? And isn't there going to be a New 3DS XL of that same design?
That's looks awesome probably the best looking xl I have seen but personally I'd rather wait for 'new 3ds xl' I want that portable xenoblade
Even if it doesn't come with a copy of the game I'm getting it. I need a new 3DS anyways and why not get the special edition for the source of my hype.
Id go for it if it was the "new" 3ds.
I think Wal-Mart made a mistake, that or it's just the limited edition system by itself. I would rather buy one of these limited editions with the game when the game releases
I caved last year and upgraded my original 3ds to the Limited edition Blue Pokemon XY 3ds XL…i have no regrets even though it has mileage on it looks great but i dont think i could ever go back to that small screen again…but honestly i'll skip every LE that comes out until we get a sweet NEW 3DS Limited Edition so no buy for me and even though my son saw the ad he said he would rather wait too! I feel so proud!
I don't like it. Ugly design. And where's Mega man's pic?
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