In his book Console Wars, Blake Harris reveals a mantra that video game industry insiders spouted in the '80s: "the name of the game is the game." Translation: If you don't have awesome games on offer, there's no point in trying.
Early adopters know the struggle. It's the reason why I haven't bought a Nintendo Switch yet—I don't think it has enough solid games.
It's the same reason why I think the Nintendo New 2DS XL is worth a look for kids and adults alike. OK, so it's not the new hotness, not by any stretch, but this portable system has accumulated a staggering library of games.
Want to jump into the latest Pokémon game? It's on the New 2DS XL. Love wailing on Super Smash Bros? Come and get it. Let's say you prefer a laugh-out-loud funny romp: Mario and Luigi are present and accounted for. Maybe you'd like to revisit a childhood favorite? Remakes of Star Fox 64 and The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask are both available. Gotta have your Mario fix? Super Mario 3D Land is one of the best Nintendo's ever made.
How about retro games? Well, the New 2DS XL has Nintendo's Virtual Console, which lets you buy classics from the Game Boy, NES, SNES, and other systems. The Switch doesn't have this capability, and Nintendo hasn't even confirmed if or when its back catalog will be available for purchase.
At $149, the New 2DS XL is a great way to get into some of my favorite Nintendo games. It features the faster processing power of the flagship Nintendo New 3DS XL, but without the glasses-free 3-D screen, saving you $50. I think the vast majority of gamers won't miss this feature at all. Despite its lower price, the New 2DS XL includes an accessory the New 3DS XL notoriously omitted—an AC adapter.
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