So far at least, the New Nintendo 2DS XL is a neat upgrade for anyone who still has a regular 3DS or a 2DS. The device feels a little light at 9.2 ounces but, otherwise, the handheld and buttons ...

The New 2DS XL’s screen is the same size as other “XL” models, but it looks much nicer, as, much like the original 3DS, there’s a nice flat clear plastic bezel around it.

The name “New Nintendo 2DS XL” tells you everything you need to know about this device’s core functionality. “New” means it has the extra power, controls, and Amiibo support introduced ...

The New Nintendo 2DS XL is a great addition to the 2DS/3DS line thanks to its new excellent design, solid build quality and inclusion of key features from the New 3DS line.

The New 2DS XL is also half the price of a Switch. Despite a few shortcomings--such as the wobbly top screen and older tech--there’s a lot to like about the New 2DS XL.

The New 2DS XL’s hard plastic build generally feels very sturdy and well-composed, with one exception. In the open position, the console’s hinge feels loose. When jostled, ...

The trade-off is in the price — at $149.99, the New 2DS costs $50 less than the $199.99 New 3DS XL. Photo by Ross Miller / The Verge Industry-wide, 3D gaming has failed to catch on.

Opening up the New 2DS, you’ll immediately notice two things: the displays are the same size as the displays on the New 3DS XL and the face buttons and the control pad are bright blue.

The New 2DS XL drops the slate form factor that the 2DS favored and returns to a clamshell design. As the name implies, the "2DS" still can't handle the stereoscopic 3D effects that the 3DS uses ...

The New 2DS XL is basically a 3DS XL for people who don’t care for 3D. See, the 3DS has a slider that allows you to switch on stereoscopic 3D that works without needing you to wear glasses.

The New 2DS XL is a successor to, among other things, the 3DS XL, the New 3DS and the 2DS, which were released in that order. Thankfully, the $149.99 New Nintendo 2DS XL itself is as svelte and ...

New Nintendo 2DS XL Review Stefan L 26/06/17 4 Comments. Nintendo love to tinker with their handheld console hardware, releasing several iterations of each during a console’s lifespan.