Nintendo 3DS Archive

Major 3DS firmware update now live

Nintendo’s major firmware update for its 3DS system, previously scheduled for release in November, has finally gone live today after a few weeks of delay. I’ve just successfully managed to update my 3DS, which confirms that the new firmware is working for our region. To perform the update, find a nearby wireless access point, and […] Read more »

Nintendo 3DS drops to SG$249 in Singapore

Following Nintendo’s announcement of a worldwide price drop for its 3DS console, Maxsoft, the Singapore distributor of Nintendo products, has slashed local prices of the 3DS to SG$249, down SG$150 from the original price of SG$399. Both GameSpot Asia and Geekbot have reported that the price drop for Singapore has taken effect from 11 August. […] Read more »

Nintendo 3DS launches in Singapore on 28 March

Update (28 March): The local 3DS is region-locked to North America. The recommended retail prices for 3DS games on launch day is SG$59.99. Original: The Nintendo 3DS is launching in Singapore on 28 March, on the same day as the US (taking into account timezone differences), with a retail price of SG$399. Maxsoft, the Southeast […] Read more »

E3 2010: Nintendo 3DS

I have no idea how the magicians at Nintendo did it, but yes this is indeed 3D gaming without 3D glasses, and it’s see to believe. Here are some of my thoughts after playing through several demo games on it: Read more »