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Nintendo 3DS XL Zelda Bundle $268 @ EB Games

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Nintendo 3DS XL Zelda Bundle $268 @ EB Games
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MasterNoob on 22/10/2013 - 21:10 ebgames.com.au (2252 clicks)
Last edited 22/10/2013 - 22:39 by 1 other user

I've been researching the prices for 3DS XL consoles lately and I've found the 3DS XL Zelda edition to give the best value for money. Considering how the 3DS XL consoles are currently priced around $240 (thanks Pokemon…), $30 for the new game (included in the package) isn't quite a bad deal. This is much cheaper than the UK's £199.99 deal - their consoles also use PAL.

http://www.computerandvideogames.com/434562/zelda-themed-3ds…

Bundle contains a Zelda 3DS XL console and download of The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds.

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    • King Steuart on 22/10/2013 - 21:40
      -5

      Why do people still downvote these helpful comments? Obviously the price and store were not in the title at the time of jv's post.

      • Composure on 22/10/2013 - 22:03
        +20

        Various reasons. Once the OP has been edited, they're useless afterward. Hence the 'resolved' posts you see from time to time.
        Maybe people don't like Jv's condescending posts, complete with unnecessary bold text(and caps).
        Maybe people just don't like Jv altogether. All very good reasons.

        • Folly on 22/10/2013 - 22:15

          The first point isn't a good reason, as it may very well be the comment that brings about the change. As to the other two reasons, I make no comment ;)

        • Tal_Shiar on 22/10/2013 - 23:55

          I see you chose your screen name well! @ Composure

        • jv on 23/10/2013 - 00:57
          -3

          @Butnum

          Okay. jv we don't need these comments anymore.

          that's nice… but i don't really care what you think…

        • jv on 23/10/2013 - 00:59
          +2

          @Composure

          Maybe people don't like Jv's condescending posts

          but I said please this time… :O

        • grab_ur_freebies on 23/10/2013 - 01:28

          What's more interesting about you jv is the fact that you never need sleep…. O_o

          Energizer bunny by any chance?

        • Folly on 23/10/2013 - 08:43

          I read Putnum's comment as defending you jv. The criticism was stated sarcastically to highlight what would happen to post titles were it not for members - such as yourself - who insist each title complies with the basic format… But then again I could have misread it.

        • King Steuart on 23/10/2013 - 16:58

          Yeah I was defending jv and I don't care that he doesn't care what I think!

        • [Deactivated] on 23/10/2013 - 17:19
          +2

          I don't care that you don't care that he doesn't care.

        • King Steuart on 23/10/2013 - 17:41
          -1

          That's how it should be.

        • Tal_Shiar on 23/10/2013 - 18:42
          -2

          I don't care that you don't care that he doesn't care that jv doesn't care!

  • buzzlight9 on 22/10/2013 - 21:11

    Price in title please…

    • jv on 22/10/2013 - 21:12
      -4

      and STORE

  • aerona on 22/10/2013 - 21:13
    +1

    Wow that zelda edition looks great! but $268.00 is abit harsh on the pocket! Best looking 3DS I've ever seen.

    Just curious, is there any information on what's after the 3DS? Surely the XL means it has reached the end of its life cycle. Any prediction?

    • MasterNoob on 22/10/2013 - 21:19

      There hasn't been any new rumours of the 3DS's successor. In the past, not too many game companies signed up with Nintendo to make 3DS games…maybe due to a lack of confidence in the 3D hardware? We're seeing a lot of big releases now so I'm pretty sure the 3DS still has quite a few more years to go. :)

    • feisca on 22/10/2013 - 21:20

      I think the game is included.

    • jac9meo on 22/10/2013 - 21:30
      +6

      it's already out. it's called 2ds.
      in the future? 1ds..

    • Sage on 22/10/2013 - 21:53
      +1

      The original 3DS is pretty bad, it has alot of defects.
      The XL and 2DS are good, but neither are portable in the practicle sense.

      I imagine they'll make a 3DSi or 3DS lite with a better design but the same features as the original.

      Edit: Oh he means like a whole new generation?
      No way.
      The 3DS is designed to work with the Wii U, and the Wii U is still just starting off.

      • senzuri on 23/10/2013 - 01:33

        This. I have the Monster Hunter on the Wii U and 3DS. Works perfectly together.

      • Yuri Lowell on 23/10/2013 - 02:51

        3DS micro.

    • grab_ur_freebies on 22/10/2013 - 22:04

      I'd estimate another 5-7yrs…usually is…

    • tyler.durden on 22/10/2013 - 22:52

      what's next ?

      gameboy 2.0

    • wtfnodeal on 23/10/2013 - 02:25

      3DSXL is selling at a higher price everywhere else than the wiiu at dse so i guess the price for 3DSXL will hold up there for at least another year or two. As for the life cycle i think wiiu might end before 3DSXL.

  • bcdk on 22/10/2013 - 21:14

    isn't this normal price?

    • 11112007 on 22/10/2013 - 21:27

      Yep normal price, don't think theres any chance it will go lower as EB have it exclusive in Australia.

      Hopefully Amazon or Game UK have it a bit cheaper?

      • [Deactivated] on 22/10/2013 - 22:30

        nope. way more expensive to get it from them. already checked. about 60$ more if lucky. most likely more.

  • garmibear on 22/10/2013 - 21:26

    I clicked on the link and it gave this info

    Preorder

    Release date: 23/11/2013
Final billing occurs when shipment is processed.
Exclusive to EB Games.
Eligible for Pickup@Store
  • jackthefrost on 22/10/2013 - 22:04

    I just preordered this today. I didn't get the Wii U, I'm going for this one.

  • [Deactivated] on 22/10/2013 - 23:16

    I preorded this last week, also the retail copy of the new Zelda (keeping digital copy and the new console and retail game are for the kid's Xmas). It's hardly a bargain though as its an AU exclusive for EB Games.

    • Tal_Shiar on 22/10/2013 - 23:56

      Don't forget the pre order bonus!

      • emerson on 28/10/2013 - 12:45

        Do you get the bonus Zelda Musical Treasure Chest with the console too?

        • emerson on 01/11/2013 - 15:53

          Got an email back from EB for anyone that's interested, the treasure chest comes with the game only, not with the 3DS XL

  • Merlict on 23/10/2013 - 00:37

    If you look after it, these always go for insane prices on Ebay a few years later

    (I don't mean the particularly silly buy it now ones, but actual auctions)

  • Roary on 23/10/2013 - 03:24
    -1

    What firmware does this things have standard?

    • grab_ur_freebies on 23/10/2013 - 05:54

      Lemme read ur mind….ummmm….'Gateway 3DS'?

    • MasterNoob on 23/10/2013 - 09:23
      +1

      Please support the game developers by purchasing titles.

      There was so much rampant R4 activity for the DS that many companies did not sign up for the 3DS.

      • FarQ on 23/10/2013 - 11:17

        the R4 and any of the other cards are not capable of running native 3DS titles AFAIK. So not sure that your comment is valid about companies not signing up for developing 3DS titles.

        • MasterNoob on 23/10/2013 - 11:33
          +1

          The Gateway card can run 3DS games on a certain firmware…

          I won't say anything more.

        • FarQ on 23/10/2013 - 13:08

          I stand corrected!

        • Roary on 23/10/2013 - 20:45
          -2

          So no one seems to know the answer to my question.

          Does EBGames allow a refund if I open the box and try it once and decide I no longer want the console?

        • piggiepanda on 24/10/2013 - 00:09

          I know that if you buy new games you get 7 days return policy that's including if you're not happy with the game. If it's preowned you get 30 days.. That's what the staff at EB told me before. Could've changed but yeah. Might work the same with consoles.

        • cpho on 27/10/2013 - 11:35
          +1

          This is OzBargain, not OzPirate.
          Support the developers and buy the game.

  • Nintendork on 23/10/2013 - 10:43

    Anyone know the trade-in store credit for a 3DS?

    • MasterNoob on 23/10/2013 - 10:49
      +1

      The trade in value is $100 (subject to change with location). I suggest you sell yours on eBay or Gumtree.

      • Nintendork on 23/10/2013 - 10:59

        Yea I might try that. Might get rid of some games too.
        I really don't care much for the bigger screen, I just want something bigger to hold (I can't play the 3DS too long because my hands slightly cramp).

        • nikonzero on 23/10/2013 - 17:40

          2DS is great for bigger hands, although it looks weird.

          I'm 6'4, and the original 3DS was only playable for 15-20 minutes at a time before my hands screamed for mercy. My brother's 3DS XL is admittedly better, but the 2DS is the best for bigger hands, in my humble opinion anyway.

  • nikonzero on 23/10/2013 - 17:39

    Forgot to reply. Sorry.

  • MasterNoob on 24/10/2013 - 11:48

    Does anyone know how long it took the Pikachu 3DS XL to sell out at EB games? Would the Zelda 3DS XL sell out as fast?

    • [Deactivated] on 24/10/2013 - 12:23
      +1

      I think this will be a hot seller, its an Xmas pressie release and the 3DS is in its prime at the moment with a new Zelda and Pokemonz.

      • MasterNoob on 24/10/2013 - 20:42

        Thanks.

        Also, any idea if the value of the console would dip if I applied screen protection covers?

        • [Deactivated] on 24/10/2013 - 20:53

          Not at all, use Hori screen covers, they come off without leaving residue, are absolutely transparent and don't scratch easily.

        • MasterNoob on 25/10/2013 - 06:51

          I definitely won't be using HORI screen covers on my XL.

          I applied a packet of Jap edition HORI covers onto my original 3DS and the air bubbles would not cease! The instructions on youtube and the paper manual said it was fine to use the card to rub out the bubbles…but the screens ended up scratching. For the price of $12, you'd expect a scratch resistance feature but they're no different to your $1 ebay covers.

        • [Deactivated] on 25/10/2013 - 07:03

          They certainly are different. You either bought a fake (the market is rampant with them) or you applied it very wrong.
          If it were a hori you could have removed it and tried again, also you are supposed to do it in a closed bathroom with a hot tap running. That takes the dust pigments out of the air and leaves steam on your screen thus when you use the card to wipe out air pockets the steam helps them to be pushed out.
          I use Hori on all of my gear, many people I know also do without issue.

        • MasterNoob on 25/10/2013 - 10:49

          hmmm… i might give HORI one last try then.

          do the 3DS XL covers still have that purple tint? and did you buy yours from yesasia or playasia?

        • [Deactivated] on 25/10/2013 - 11:46

          I've bought from both and have been fine. I've never had one with a purple tint. There are loads of different types but I usually get the 'screen repair' ones.

        • MasterNoob on 25/10/2013 - 11:53

          Can you provide the link to the screen repair ones? Are they these?

          http://www.yesasia.com/global/3ds-ll-hori-zero-air-protectiv…

          Also, how much is shipping from yesasia if we purchase under $25?

        • [Deactivated] on 25/10/2013 - 12:14

          Sorry, I think that was the name of the PS Vita one. The one I used on 3DS was something like pitahari I think. Can't search, working.

  • Ryugen on 30/10/2013 - 05:09
    +1

    Cheers for this, just preordered one. All my friends are playing Pokemon and I don't get back down under till early next year so I figure, if they are still playing it by the time I return or some must play games come out, I'll bust it out and let her rip. If not, I'll capitalise on the Limited Edition goodness.

  • diddy50 on 11/11/2013 - 13:51

    It just sold out in the last day or two.
    If anyone is cancelling their order in Melbourne, please let me know. Thanks
    I missed out again.

    • [Deactivated] on 14/11/2013 - 14:02

      Damn, glad I preordered a couple now!

    • redpump on 15/11/2013 - 09:24

      Wow I was actually going to cancel my order because I thought I could pick it up cheaper later. Looks like it's a good thing I'm lazy and forgetful :P

  • MasterNoob on 11/11/2013 - 22:15

    The console had been on preorder for over three weeks now… I'm starting to think if they had limited stock like the Pikachu 3DS XL.

  • MasterNoob on 21/11/2013 - 20:44

    Apparently some orders will be cancelled.

    http://i.imgur.com/4Rr1eGQ.jpg

  • MasterNoob on 23/11/2013 - 09:34

    my body is ready.

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