Buying a Refurbished Nintendo 3DS: What to Look For
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A model comparison from 2DS to New 3DS XL, the usual weak points such as touchscreen, hinges and battery, plus a buying checklist to work through.
Read the guideBuying advice, model comparisons and hands-on knowledge about refurbished Nintendo and PlayStation handhelds — written by the people who refurbish them.
Used handhelds vary enormously in condition. Our guides explain which parts typically wear out, which model suits which kind of use and what to check before buying — without marketing fluff.
about 6 minutes read
A model comparison from 2DS to New 3DS XL, the usual weak points such as touchscreen, hinges and battery, plus a buying checklist to work through.
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Personal instead of technical: why the 3DS has character for me, what Pokémon, Mario and Animal Crossing mean to me, and why Ocarina of Time 3D is my favourite game.
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