While it is a bit surprising they did not choose to announce this at the recently held E3 Expo, Nintendo have today announced that their “Nintendo 3DS” console is about to get even bigger during the Nintendo Direct released today. Nintendo plans to launch the “Nintendo 3DS XL”, a new version of the Nintendo 3DS with 90% large screens. Nintendo 3DS XL features an updated form factor and will be available in Silver + Black, Red + Black, and Blue + Black. The new system’s battery life outperforms that of the original Nintendo 3DS, and it comes bundled with a 4GB SD card, which owners can use to store content such as downloadable games and videos from the Nintendo eShop.
While it may factor in the quality for newer games, I do question how older Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo DS games will appear on the screen, or if these will be scaled down. The console is due for release in Australia and New Zealand on the 23rd August at a suggested retail price of $249.95.
