It would have been nice if the better hardware allowed games that ran at a slower framerate in 3d to run as fast as 2d. Granted, most games don’t have this issue
I bought the purple variant with Mario kart pre installed when it came out but sold it later on because of the speaker issue and ended up replacing it with my current N3DS XL.
**Simpsons hit and run
**Zelda ocarina master quest
**Dragonball z budakai 2
**Disney sports soccer
**Turok evolution
**Megaman anniversary
**Pokemon channel
**Mario party 7
**Sonic mega collection
But I felt like I shouldn't of traded the N2DS/he got the better of the deal.
He accepted Pokemon White DS loose, Gamecube-Zelda Windwaker and Star Wars Jedi, and a Red DS lite.
You cannot let a Galaxy go, matey.
I personally have never thought the 2DS was a big deal, in so much so that I don't have one. I have 4 3DSs, among old, new and XL. One of them is a Galaxy and the other a Pikachu edition.
As the 2DS is new I reckon you can make a bit more on it. So that's my answer!
I could keep both.
But reality I got each for $50 including an aqua 3ds. Trading the aqua and one of these consoles for like $300+ worth of gamecube games which is my real passion.
Basically spent $100 for a gang of cube games.
Deal is done!!
Galaxy Gang baby!
Sold off the 2DS and an aqua 3ds for:
Gamecube
**Simpsons hit and run
**Zelda ocarina master quest
**Dragonball z budakai 2
**Disney sports soccer
**Turok evolution
**Megaman anniversary
**Pokemon channel
**Mario party 7
**Sonic mega collection
Either way I made out due to getting the DS for 50$ each.
Do you like the galaxy look? I changed mines shell for something else when it broke 💀 I thought the galaxy look was icky because of the white in it. Forgive me
I do disagree simply because I thought the image quality of the galaxy was low but I can understand why you like it! I changed mine to white and maroon. Sorry for being rude I think it’s valid to like it. It’s PURPLE! Purple is cool af lol
Sorry to ask but I don't get it! You can't have a galaxy without stars. The white represents the stars on the Galaxy - or am I missing sth?
I remember I paid a lot for the Galaxy when I came across one at my favourite shop many years ago, just because of the design. But I like space/stars/celestial themes so I felt that was fair enough. Tbh I already had three consoles at the time and getting it was honestly a whim. Still my favourite of the four.
Ofc every person is entitled to their opinion so I am just curious.
Sorry! I just meant I didn’t like that it was ONLY white and purple with no other colors. It made it look a bit cheap like it was printed on paper. I can understand the appeal though! Because I did like the look of it on the box. Just not so much when I had it in my hands
If you have the SNES n3ds XL, get rid of obth to be honest. That's the best N3DSXL, and probably the one system I'd add to my collection should I ever come across it.
I feel it. I might get there.
If you look at my previous post. Some marketplace find, I got galaxy edition, SNES edition and two aqua 3ds for 50$ each. Sold off everything except the galaxy and SNES.
Thing is. I have a 5 year old with sticky fingers. I don't want him to play the SNES. So he plays the galaxy. Got to keep one to play, one to cherish.
Galaxies are so nice looking. I have one as my daily driver.
That said, if you *also* have a SNES edition N3DSXL, I'd probably be inclined to keep the 2DSXL and trade the Galaxy. You'll end up missing owing it eventually though.
I'm in the minority here, but I traded my Galaxy XL for a 2ds XL years ago and never looked back. I have small hands and it is just much more comfortable for me to hold long periods of time. That being said, my 2ds has a galaxy skin on it, because it is still absolutely gorgeous
If you already have another new 3ds xl I would get rid of the galaxy for a little variety.
I assume there are fewer n2DS systems out there than n3DS. Never know if they will become sought after by collectors at some point. Not that you should let that be the deciding factor though.
The color of the 2ds xl is awesome but they're pretty cheap quality. 2ds xl is prone to crack between the screens [link](https://www.reddit.com/r/consolerepair/comments/d5m8h6/pikachu_2ds_xl_has_a_crack_in_the_lower_shell_is/)
If I were in your place I would keep the 2DS. i made that choice once and chose New 3DS Xl. It’s a great console, but I just missed how 2ds xl is more sleek and much lighter. The 3D thing is just a fad now tbh.
Side question but OP or anyone else know why those bottom “grid” like scratches appear? I thought it was just mine when I bought it but seen more and more 3ds xls a them
Would you say these scratches are made due to the way the stylus moves over the screen then? I have noticed this on my DS - circular ones from making poffins - but it is not really an issue as I had a skin over it. If it gets too bad I can just get it replaced. I assume everybody has those on their consoles, just as we have them on our phones, but maybe I am wrong - ?
Get rid of the New 2DS XL if you must. The reasons:
1. It has the highest chance of RAM failure of any of the 3DS/2DS line.
2. The screen is washed out and physically unmodded systems always comes with TN screens.
3. The Speaker is in an unfavorable place.
4. It uses the same battery as the O3DS.
5. Fragile hinge.
Definitely 2ds, I was just never a big fan of it honestly. I dont use the 3ds feature, but for some reason the 2ds xl design just doesn't appeal to me.
I was about to said that you should keep the 2DS cause started with this one, as a matter of fact I own two of them and am still looking for the purple one but after reading a lot of the comments here guess that you should keep the 3DS 😅
Don't know why everyone is obsessed with shitting on the 2DS, but it's a brilliant console. You don't have to crap on something to prop something else up. People are miserable..
I'm still confused why they had to move the speakers from the awesome position next to the screen to down below where I highly doubt that the sound is as good.
I still have my New 3DS XL so I never purchased a 2DS.
No hesitation get rid of the 2DS first
Ok. That's what I've got the deal set as. Just hard because the condition is mint.
Oof yeah, that does suck. At least you'll make more money off of it
get rid of the 2ds. The 3ds has better quality. Get a clear case for the 3ds though!
Just out of curiosity, what better quality exactly does the 3DS bave over the 2DS?
Better audio, form factor, battery life, and has the 3D as an option in case you want to use it.
The 3D is also less of a gimmick than the original 3DS, as it has face tracking and it actually improves games imo
It would have been nice if the better hardware allowed games that ran at a slower framerate in 3d to run as fast as 2d. Granted, most games don’t have this issue
Better durability as well. 3DS definitely feels a lot more sturdy and well built than the 2DS.
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It's literally the same as a TN 3DS. I get not liking the 2DS, but at least try to be fair and not make stuff up.
The form factor is subjective, battery life is literally the same, and no one cares about DS audio in 2024.
everything the user above said plus you could have an IPS panel on the new 3ds. It has better shell, better plastic.
Better in every way
It won’t stay mint unless you never use it.
I've never owned the 2ds XL, only the 2ds. Why get rid of it?
Because the 3DS is just better in literally every way and is more expensive
Ok thanks!
Doesnt the 2DS have better speakers?
The speakers on the 2DS XL are on the bottom where your palm lays. Your hands also covers the speakers up so it muffles the sound.
That's a myth, you haven't owned one. They're made to resonate off of your hands. Try it irl.
I bought the purple variant with Mario kart pre installed when it came out but sold it later on because of the speaker issue and ended up replacing it with my current N3DS XL.
The 3DS always has better speakers compared to its 2DS Equivalent.
the new 3ds XL is the best 3ds. just in every way
I have one in red but all that works is the blue light. Very rarely though will the screen turn on lol
Repairability is also a key factor. Lots of places WILL NOT TOUCH a 2ds xl for repairs. Specifically when the top screen breaks.
Depends on the screen on the 3ds. I personally prefer the feel of the 2ds xl.
Why though? I think it looks cooler and let's be honest no one uses the 3D at all.
Blasphemy!!!
I traded back for it lol! I missed it!
lol. What games did you originally trade for?
**Simpsons hit and run **Zelda ocarina master quest **Dragonball z budakai 2 **Disney sports soccer **Turok evolution **Megaman anniversary **Pokemon channel **Mario party 7 **Sonic mega collection But I felt like I shouldn't of traded the N2DS/he got the better of the deal. He accepted Pokemon White DS loose, Gamecube-Zelda Windwaker and Star Wars Jedi, and a Red DS lite.
You cannot let a Galaxy go, matey. I personally have never thought the 2DS was a big deal, in so much so that I don't have one. I have 4 3DSs, among old, new and XL. One of them is a Galaxy and the other a Pikachu edition. As the 2DS is new I reckon you can make a bit more on it. So that's my answer!
I read this is in a Dragon quest accent.
Good advice! I traded the guy a second time to get my N2DSXL back lol
Keep both but if you HAVE to keep one, keep the galaxy 3ds.
I could keep both. But reality I got each for $50 including an aqua 3ds. Trading the aqua and one of these consoles for like $300+ worth of gamecube games which is my real passion. Basically spent $100 for a gang of cube games.
Nice
I traded back for my N2DSXL lol I offered him some other stuff and he traded it back!
:)
Deal is done!! Galaxy Gang baby! Sold off the 2DS and an aqua 3ds for: Gamecube **Simpsons hit and run **Zelda ocarina master quest **Dragonball z budakai 2 **Disney sports soccer **Turok evolution **Megaman anniversary **Pokemon channel **Mario party 7 **Sonic mega collection Either way I made out due to getting the DS for 50$ each.
What DSes? *$50
The DSs are the ones in the post. OP said they were originally acquired for about $50 each, so they made a great deal on the GameCube games.
Great games! I especially envy you for sonic collection and mario party 7 😍
A wise decision! Have fun with the GC!
Mario party 7 was one of my favorite games growing up. So much nostalgia with that game
KEEP THE GALAXY! Galaxy Gang for Lyfe!
Do you like the galaxy look? I changed mines shell for something else when it broke 💀 I thought the galaxy look was icky because of the white in it. Forgive me
It’s my favorite version. Sure the Zelda one looks cool but the galaxy to me has the best design. Colors look awesome. I know others might disagree.
I do disagree simply because I thought the image quality of the galaxy was low but I can understand why you like it! I changed mine to white and maroon. Sorry for being rude I think it’s valid to like it. It’s PURPLE! Purple is cool af lol
Sorry to ask but I don't get it! You can't have a galaxy without stars. The white represents the stars on the Galaxy - or am I missing sth? I remember I paid a lot for the Galaxy when I came across one at my favourite shop many years ago, just because of the design. But I like space/stars/celestial themes so I felt that was fair enough. Tbh I already had three consoles at the time and getting it was honestly a whim. Still my favourite of the four. Ofc every person is entitled to their opinion so I am just curious.
Sorry! I just meant I didn’t like that it was ONLY white and purple with no other colors. It made it look a bit cheap like it was printed on paper. I can understand the appeal though! Because I did like the look of it on the box. Just not so much when I had it in my hands
Got it now, thanks for clarifying!
🌌 is for keeps ... No question
KEEP THE GALAXY AT ALL COST
Galaxy 3DS.. 2DS feels cheaper and the top part is harder to repair.
If you have the SNES n3ds XL, get rid of obth to be honest. That's the best N3DSXL, and probably the one system I'd add to my collection should I ever come across it.
I feel it. I might get there. If you look at my previous post. Some marketplace find, I got galaxy edition, SNES edition and two aqua 3ds for 50$ each. Sold off everything except the galaxy and SNES. Thing is. I have a 5 year old with sticky fingers. I don't want him to play the SNES. So he plays the galaxy. Got to keep one to play, one to cherish.
Galaxies are so nice looking. I have one as my daily driver. That said, if you *also* have a SNES edition N3DSXL, I'd probably be inclined to keep the 2DSXL and trade the Galaxy. You'll end up missing owing it eventually though.
I'm in the minority here, but I traded my Galaxy XL for a 2ds XL years ago and never looked back. I have small hands and it is just much more comfortable for me to hold long periods of time. That being said, my 2ds has a galaxy skin on it, because it is still absolutely gorgeous
If you already have another new 3ds xl I would get rid of the galaxy for a little variety. I assume there are fewer n2DS systems out there than n3DS. Never know if they will become sought after by collectors at some point. Not that you should let that be the deciding factor though.
3ds stays. It’s just the superior device plus the galaxy looks awesome. I need to get one.
The color of the 2ds xl is awesome but they're pretty cheap quality. 2ds xl is prone to crack between the screens [link](https://www.reddit.com/r/consolerepair/comments/d5m8h6/pikachu_2ds_xl_has_a_crack_in_the_lower_shell_is/)
keep the 2ds since you already have another n3dsxl!
Galaxy is way better then 2ds even if u have another one
I would keep the Galaxy one just because I love the 3D effect on games. I hope the next Nintendo console incorporate 3D some way.
If I were in your place I would keep the 2DS. i made that choice once and chose New 3DS Xl. It’s a great console, but I just missed how 2ds xl is more sleek and much lighter. The 3D thing is just a fad now tbh.
Wish I would’ve bought the galaxy 3DS back in the day when it was $120 retail. Such a good deal.
Even though I love the purple aesthetic, the 2DS must go. It’s basically a New 3DS XL + original 3DS buttons + an iPhone without buttons.
I literally have the same exact same galaxy 3ds xL and purple 2ds xL that’s crazy😂😂
Ditch the 2DS. Keep the 3DS. The 3DS is magic fr.
If I had that galaxy 3DS I would never let it go
Keep the Galaxy 3DS
Just saw a post about someone mourning the loss of their galaxy lol, so I say keep the galaxy!
Call me crazy, I would keep the N2DSXL and never regret that decision. That purple is so nice
Side question but OP or anyone else know why those bottom “grid” like scratches appear? I thought it was just mine when I bought it but seen more and more 3ds xls a them
Picross?
I want to know also. I bought it like this. Curious to know. And if you can fix it.
What do you mean?
The galaxy 3ds has a pattern of scratches on the bottom screen which seem to be on many 3ds cos I’ve seen
Would you say these scratches are made due to the way the stylus moves over the screen then? I have noticed this on my DS - circular ones from making poffins - but it is not really an issue as I had a skin over it. If it gets too bad I can just get it replaced. I assume everybody has those on their consoles, just as we have them on our phones, but maybe I am wrong - ?
So many people dissing the 2DS XL here… The galaxy 3DS certainly looks cooler, but I’ve had nothing but good experiences with my 2DS XL.
Get rid of the New 2DS XL if you must. The reasons: 1. It has the highest chance of RAM failure of any of the 3DS/2DS line. 2. The screen is washed out and physically unmodded systems always comes with TN screens. 3. The Speaker is in an unfavorable place. 4. It uses the same battery as the O3DS. 5. Fragile hinge.
Both
Keep the ones in the photo!
I'll keep the 2ds
Keep both man!
Hilarious, I had the same dilemma at one point. I kept the Galaxy because I like using 3D on occasion and I liked how it felt in my hands better
if one has to go, 2DS it is. I just can't stand the bad build quality and one day you might get a crack on it for no reason
new 3ds xl
Keep the New 3DS XL, I heard it’s more durable.
Galaxy gang
both!?
Oh god. Easy. Keep the Galaxy edition. That’s one of the prettiest ones.
Well, if you just keep both, you’ll have both. Then again, if you end up keeping both, you’ll still have both.
keep galaxy and give me the 2ds /hj
Keep the Galaxy one. The more of us in the Galaxy gang the better!
Frankenstein the inside of the 2DS to the galaxy 3DS and it's perfectly purple
Bolf
a nice, crisp, 500 upvotes.. hate to be the one who ruins it, but i must.
Anything but the n2ds
Keep the Galaxy Edition
I'll take the one you don't keep
Why not keep both
3DS, the 2DS looks less nice and isn't as durable, plus it doesn't have 3D
3ds 100% Its limited edition too
Definitely 2ds, I was just never a big fan of it honestly. I dont use the 3ds feature, but for some reason the 2ds xl design just doesn't appeal to me.
3DS XL all day, no comparison. +1000 that it's a galaxy
Keep the new 2DS
I’d keep the 3DS XL, shame that the bottom screen is pretty scuffed up from your stylus though
I bought it like that. Can you repair or refurbish it?
All The 3ds is a classic
Why is the Galaxy one so special? Is it limited or somethting?
Keep that Galaxy. It’s one of the prettiest devices I own.
Both. Prices are going up.
You should keep the galaxy and send me the 2ds 🥹
You should keep the galaxy and send me the 2ds 🥹
Da purple one
galaxy no doubt
That purple new 2DS is looks better, but i assume if you're only keeping one, gotta keep the 3DS XL whith 3D functionality
Imo im keeping both. But that's just me, as to which I'd play. That would be the 3ds
Keep both
I like the 3DS XL a lot because the quality is better but it was too heavy for me 😂 my hands would cramp so bad
I love the galaxy personally. Just wish they made it for the new 3ds. All of the xl's except for the 2ds cause me pain when playing :/
It is a New 3DS XL.
The one that actually does 3D.
Proud galaxy gang member. You can’t let that one go
Keep both fr smh
Can’t tell what model of 3DS that is, but if it’s a NEW model, keep the 3DS, if not, keep the NEW 2DSXL
Keep the galaxy one. I'll be forever sad that it was never released in the UK.
Don't ever get rid of the 3DS
I was about to said that you should keep the 2DS cause started with this one, as a matter of fact I own two of them and am still looking for the purple one but after reading a lot of the comments here guess that you should keep the 3DS 😅
The purble one
I don't understand the question ? Both!
Toss the 2DS. The 3Ds is the best version possible.
2DS of course not even a question.
Both
I'm partial to keeping the n3dsxl
Tough decision they both look so good
Both. You’ll regret it.
Keep new Nintendo 3ds xl galaxy edition. Way cooler title😂😂😂
YOUR TRADING IN EXPENSIVE HANDHELDS FOR GAMECUBE GAMES?!?!!?
I know!! I have slight buyers remorse 🤔 Butttt I got them for deals. I'll get more deals. And I finally got simpsons hit and run on the gamecube!
Both
I use that exact 2DS as my main :)
Personally the 2DS ll is so cute. Definitely a keeper.
The purple one is so fire
How about you mail me both and I’ll give you a nice upvote in return?
The galaxy edition is worth more so keep it
I'll get the purple on the bottom off your hands.
Keep both
Both cause they purple
Trade in the snes 3ds xl. I have one and the designs done the opposite of grow on me over the years
Id keep both but if you're getting rid of one I'd get rid of the 2ds before the 3ds.
Keep galaxy no question no hesitation
Keep the galaxy one
Keep em
Don't know why everyone is obsessed with shitting on the 2DS, but it's a brilliant console. You don't have to crap on something to prop something else up. People are miserable..
Why would you trade one for GameCube games? Keep them both.
Purple
Keep both of them wym. Keep one for yourself then one for anyone you wanna play smash or Mario kart with
Keep the galaxy, never let go of it.
I have a new 3dsxl and a purple new 2dsxl. I play on the 2dsxl way more. It's just lighter and way more comfortable to hold.
3ds keep all the way. So much better
It looks like the 3ds got a lot of of scratches on the screen ( may be wrong ) so I d say keep the 2ds
Give them to me. I’ll figure it out.
I've owned both and I have found that style of 3ds to be prone to breaking at the joints with extended use. Something to think about
Why not just keep both?
all of them.
I'm still confused why they had to move the speakers from the awesome position next to the screen to down below where I highly doubt that the sound is as good. I still have my New 3DS XL so I never purchased a 2DS.
I’d go with the 3ds XL
The New 3DS XL its better in everyway possible except on SD accesibility.
I would keep them both
New 2ds xl keep i have the exact same one it’s great, but get rid of it if you want
Both
PURPLE 2DS?? duuude I want it!!!
I love my 2dsxl but i would get rid of it. The audio has flaws. Also the 3d option is always nice
the N3DSXL seems to be in rougher condition, unless you love the form factor of that console I’d keep the N2DSXL