3DS MSRP Drop to $169.99 On 08/12/11, already at Target, WM, Amazon

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Quick Details:

Connect to the Nintendo eShop at least once before 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on Aug. 11 to qualify for the below free games:

NES Virtual Console games:
Super Mario Bros.
Donkey Kong JR.
Balloon Fight
Ice Climbers
The Legend of Zelda
+ 5 more

Gameboy Advance Virtual Console games (exclusive to this program)
Super Mario Advance 3: Yoshi's Island
Mario Kart Advance
Metroid Fusion
Wario ware
Mario vs. Donkey Kong
Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros 3
Kirby and the Amazing Mirror
+ 3 more


US Press Release
REDMOND, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nintendo of America today announced plans to drop the suggested retail price of its portable Nintendo 3DS™system to $169.99 in the United States, as new games based on some of the world’s most beloved video game franchises head to the system. The new price, down from the suggested launch price of $249.99 and effective Aug. 12, makes an outstanding value even better and sets up a strong holiday season for the system.

“For anyone who was on the fence about buying a Nintendo 3DS, this is a huge motivation to buy now,” said Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime. “We are giving shoppers every incentive to pick up a Nintendo 3DS, from an amazing new price to a rapid-fire succession of great games.”

Nintendo 3DS has the strongest software lineup of any video game system this holiday season and the new price now opens up the glasses-free 3D experience to many more consumers. Building on the popularity of The Legend of Zelda™: Ocarina of Time™ 3D, which launched June 19, the upcoming game calendar is a Who’s Who of iconic video game franchises. Star Fox 64™ 3D arrives on Sept. 9, followed by Super Mario™ 3D Land in November, Mario Kart™ 7 in December and Kid Icarus™: Uprising during the holiday season. In addition to great games, Nintendo 3DS has a host of attractive features* that make it the must-have video game system this season:

The new Nintendo Video™ service automatically delivers short 3D videos from the worlds of music, comedy, animation and Hollywood.A free application allows Netflix members with unlimited streaming plans to instantly watch TV episodes and movies streaming from Netflix.

The Nintendo eShop is a digital store for Nintendo 3DS owners that provides access to a wide variety of downloadable content, such as original 3D software, classic games that have been re-mastered in 3D called 3D Classics, Game Boy™ and Game Boy Color “Virtual Console” games in their original 2D glory, and more than 350 Nintendo DSiWare™ games. Visitors can also view video game trailers, screen shots and product information for games, including those available at retail locations.

Since Nintendo 3DS launched in the United States on March 27, more than 830,000 people in the U.S. alone have purchased one to enjoy 3D visuals without the need for special glasses. These Nintendo 3DS owners represent some of Nintendo’s most loyal customers, and Nintendo is rewarding them for getting in on the action early with 20 free downloadable games from the Nintendo eShop.

These free games are available to anyone who owns a Nintendo 3DS system and uses a wireless broadband Internet signal to connect to the Nintendo eShop at least once before 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on Aug. 11. These users will automatically be registered in the Nintendo 3DS Ambassador program. The program contains two elements:

Starting Sept. 1, Nintendo 3DS Ambassadors will be able to download 10 NES™ Virtual Console™ games at no charge and before they are available in the Nintendo eShop to the general public. These games, including Super Mario Bros.™, Donkey Kong Jr.™, Balloon Fight™, Ice Climber™ and The Legend of Zelda™, are slated to become paid downloadable games, but Ambassadors get them early for free. Once the paid versions of the games are posted to the Nintendo eShop later in the year, the updated versions will be available to Ambassadors for download at no cost. By the end of 2011, Nintendo will provide Ambassadors with 10 Game Boy Advance Virtual Console games. These include games like Yoshi’s Island™: Super Mario™ Advance 3, Mario Kart™: Super Circuit, Metroid™ Fusion, WarioWare™, Inc.: Mega Microgame$ and Mario vs. Donkey Kong™. These games will be available exclusively to Ambassadors, and Nintendo currently has no plans to make these 10 games available to the general public on the Nintendo 3DS in the future.

More details about this program will be announced in the future.

Japan details
http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/pdf/2011/110728_3e.pdf

For Japan, if you buy before august 12, 2011 -- the day of the price drop you get 10 free VC NES games and 10 free VC GB advance games. the VC gba games will only be made available for early adopters -- and never for those who buy on the price drop date.

http://www.nintendo.co.jp/info110728/index.html

http://www.nintendo.co.jp/info110728/detail.html
 
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I never enabled the wireless connection till this news came out. I have it connected to my wireless network but I don't see any options for eshop or anything like that. Are you able to download any games currently? Or on the first is that feature being enabled?
 
Isn't it just an option where you log in once you're automatically in? That seems to be the case with what the description says.
 
[quote name='djricekcn']Go check the condition yourself first. If it comes iwth eveyrthing and is mint, def get the CL one since SFIV isn't great, but one o fthe better games that are out right now.

Only games I would get for 3DS right now is (japanese list)
Ridge Racer
SFIV
Zelda
Tales of the Abyss[/QUOTE]

DOA and Ghost Recon Shadow Wars are also worth buying. It's not a bad amount of titles considering how the system's only been out a couple of months. They just priced the thing way too high. $170 is much more palatable and once the mario and pokemon games come out the masses will flock to the system.
 
[quote name='tbassett']I never enabled the wireless connection till this news came out. I have it connected to my wireless network but I don't see any options for eshop or anything like that. Are you able to download any games currently? Or on the first is that feature being enabled?[/QUOTE]

You need to go into your settings and perform a system update. After that you will be able to access the E-shop
 
[quote name='Spyder187']You need to go into your settings and perform a system update. After that you will be able to access the E-shop[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the info, I figured it was something like that
 
[quote name='tbassett']Thanks for the info, I figured it was something like that[/QUOTE]

This had me stumped for like 20 mins too when I got mine the other day... :lol:
 
Hmm. I've got almost enough trade in credit at a local store to pick one up used. They want $220. I just don't know if I can pull the trigger, even though there's been literally nothing else at that store I've been interested in for months. Very tempting though.
 
[quote name='007']Anecdotal evidence, but I've had a Cosmo Black 3DS since launch, have had no problems with it whatsoever. Top screen has just about the same amount of 'looseness' as the DSi and DSiXL I have.

It's a nice looking system, and it makes it look way less like a 'toy' than the Aqua Blue. That was a huge factor for me. I had ended up with a blue DSi back when that launched, and I felt really self-conscious whipping that out in public. Learned my lesson there.[/QUOTE]

Agree. I also have a Black 3DS and it 's just fine. The top screen locks into place just fine.

It really must've been due top the Black model selling more. More complaints to go around.
 
[quote name='Captain Wrong']Hmm. I've got almost enough trade in credit at a local store to pick one up used. They want $220. I just don't know if I can pull the trigger, even though there's been literally nothing else at that store I've been interested in for months. Very tempting though.[/QUOTE]

I'd certainly hold off with the pending drop in price. $50 cheaper and brand new? Yeah, wait.
 
My Black 3DS (bought on Thursday) does have a "loose" top screen, but it doesn't hurt anything and is very slight/barely noticible. My old laptop had the same issue, so it really doesn't bother me.
 
I am debating this as well, so on the fence on getting it now or to wait. The game offer seems decent and I have been debating grabbing it from Sears lulz
 
If I had the choice based on the launch games (although Vita ones a guess with being Gravity Daze, Uncharted, LBP, MNR, and the other two games), I would def. get Vita way over 3DS.

Aside from the launch games, which Vita ones interest me more (although both are not exactly great imo). I say Vita because

1) Even though I can do this on my PSP / GO, I already have access to PSN games I bought from before and the PSN Network is a lot better...if crap happens to my Vita and I need to rebuy a new one, I can just download it right away since it's "log-in id based"
2) The system turns me on a lot more than the 3DS, personally and the price is just right personally
 
[quote name='Captain Wrong']I'm trying to figure out if the extra games are worth it. That's why I'd take the plunge now. Plus I'd rather use credit than real money. :)[/QUOTE]

Wait for the price drop, get a new one, and then use the remainder on games you actually want (or eshop cards) and can play when you buy it, not 20 games that you might have a vague interest in and others you could careless about that will come out sometime in drips and drabs over the next six months
 
[quote name='xGunCrazyx']Yeah, I am hoping that this guy ships when the eBay page says it should arrive (by next Saturday)

He has one more if anyone was interested:
http://cgi.ebay.com/BRAND-NEW-Ninte...ideo_Games&hash=item2eb6d702d8#ht_4059wt_1396[/QUOTE]

This guy got back to me and said he is shipping on Monday. I figure paying $25 extra is worth the 20 games that I'll get now (Plus this isn't taxed. Total would prob be around the same if I bought in store on the 12th).
 
This is the first time I heard of a company taking care of early adoptors. Usually they leave us hanging. On another note the vita looks nice but Imo The 250 -300 price may be too high.

I am starting to believe 200 is the max for handhelds. Specifically 189.00. LOL
.
 
They are taking care of early adopters because it's that crucial at the current stage. 3DS isn't doing well.

Similar thing happend with the iPhone 2 came out. Apple gave iPhone 1 (early adopters) 100 dollars back (out of 200 price difference) and it did help damage control
 
[quote name='djricekcn']2) The system turns me on a lot more than the 3DS, personally and the price is just right personally[/QUOTE]

...? :lol:


But on topic: I managed to hold off on buying a 3DS with the price match only by looking at my backlog on home consoles and from Steam. That thing sure is good at killing my urge to buy expensive things. Now if only it could stop me from buying cheap games.

The 3DS with price match is great for anyone with a large DS backlog looking for an upgrade. I got a chance to play my friend's 3DS and DS games look great on it.
 
So $4 is the standard price for a NES game download from nintendo, and I imagine that a GBA game would cost at least $6(but more likely $8-$10). So bare minimum we're talking $100 dollars of value if you wanted to buy these games from the eshop.

Probably the best offer you'll ever get for a 3DS right here. Of course, a future iteration of the handheld may make this version look like shit, like the ds lite made the original ds look like shit.
 
[quote name='breakin2']Amazon is selling it for the new price.[/QUOTE]

Don't fall for it!

"Available for Pre-order. This item will be released on August 12, 2011."
 
[quote name='djricekcn']

Similar thing happend with the iPhone 2 came out. Apple gave iPhone 1 (early adopters) 100 dollars back (out of 200 price difference) and it did help damage control[/QUOTE]

check your facts.
 
I forgot, are these classic games in 3d or just 2d? I thought during the e3 keynote they made mention of re-making a lot of the old games in 3d. That would make a big difference to me if the games are in 3d.
 
[quote name='confoosious']check your facts.[/QUOTE]

His facts are sorta correct... You did NOT get cash in your hand.. but you DID get credit.

http://macdailynews.com/2007/09/14/iphone_100_apple_store_credit/

iPhone Early Adopters: How to get your $100 Apple Store credit
Friday, September 14, 2007 · 10:35 am · 37 Comments

If you bought your iPhone before August 22, you may be eligible for an instant $100 electronic credit toward the purchase of products at the Apple Retail Store or the Apple Online Store. See the terms and conditions below for more details.

To receive your credit, follow these three easy steps.

Step 1: Identify your iPhone: To confirm eligibility, simply enter your phone number and iPhone serial number (iPhone Settings>General>About) in the fields provided.

Step 2: Enter your access code: You will receive an SMS text message on your iPhone containing the access code to redeem your $100 credit. Enter your phone number and your access code in the fields provided to generate an electronic store credit.

Step 3: Get your $100 Apple Store credit: You will receive a $100 electronic store credit to purchase products at the Apple Retail Store or the Apple Online Store.

This credit is extended to end-customers who own a qualifying iPhone purchased from Apple or AT&T prior to August 22, 2007. To receive a credit, customers must submit requests between September 13, 2007 and November 30, 2007. Requests will not be accepted after November 30, 2007. The program is for a $100 Apple electronic store credit in the form of a numeric code consisting of a credit number and PIN. This program is limited to one $100 Apple electronic store credit per eligible iPhone. Customers should record the numeric codes that are presented electronically through the web browser. Apple will not replace lost or stolen codes. Only iPhones activated through AT&T are eligible to receive a credit.
 
[quote name='iwannadie']I forgot, are these classic games in 3d or just 2d? I thought during the e3 keynote they made mention of re-making a lot of the old games in 3d. That would make a big difference to me if the games are in 3d.[/QUOTE]

I'm almost positive they aren't 3D. I swear I read that nintendo said it was too hard for them to make old games 3D
 
And just out of sheer curiosity...(I'd like to know if Nintendo's price drop is effective)

Who here is actually going to definitely purchase it once the price drops?

(Or should I just make a new thread to ask this question?)
 
Upgrading to a 3DS over previous DS models is worth it just for the fact that you can actually use the analog stick for racers that came came out on other nintendo handheld's before the 3DS :). just tested out Mario Kart DS a few minutes ago and it works so much better than using the d-pad that you were forced to use on previous DS models. this will also work like a charm on Mario Kart: Super Circuit for the GBA once it arrives on the e-shop included in the free 20 game pack early buyers are getting :applause:.

Any one else notice how bad the sound level is on the 3DS even at the max setting?. still well worth picking up imo but i can't lie when i say i'm very glad they're dropping the price for others and giving back with 20 free games just becuase of this flaw. i wish they'd fix that as you really can't hear without using headphones and even with that it still sounds pretty low at times.
 
I don't know about the DSi or LL but I thought the 3DS speakers were better than the DS/L. It even has a fake surround sound "effect" at times.
 
[quote name='kevgret']His facts are sorta correct... You did NOT get cash in your hand.. but you DID get credit.

http://macdailynews.com/2007/09/14/iphone_100_apple_store_credit/

iPhone Early Adopters: How to get your $100 Apple Store credit
Friday, September 14, 2007 · 10:35 am · 37 Comments

If you bought your iPhone before August 22, you may be eligible for an instant $100 electronic credit toward the purchase of products at the Apple Retail Store or the Apple Online Store. See the terms and conditions below for more details.

To receive your credit, follow these three easy steps.

Step 1: Identify your iPhone: To confirm eligibility, simply enter your phone number and iPhone serial number (iPhone Settings>General>About) in the fields provided.

Step 2: Enter your access code: You will receive an SMS text message on your iPhone containing the access code to redeem your $100 credit. Enter your phone number and your access code in the fields provided to generate an electronic store credit.

Step 3: Get your $100 Apple Store credit: You will receive a $100 electronic store credit to purchase products at the Apple Retail Store or the Apple Online Store.

This credit is extended to end-customers who own a qualifying iPhone purchased from Apple or AT&T prior to August 22, 2007. To receive a credit, customers must submit requests between September 13, 2007 and November 30, 2007. Requests will not be accepted after November 30, 2007. The program is for a $100 Apple electronic store credit in the form of a numeric code consisting of a credit number and PIN. This program is limited to one $100 Apple electronic store credit per eligible iPhone. Customers should record the numeric codes that are presented electronically through the web browser. Apple will not replace lost or stolen codes. Only iPhones activated through AT&T are eligible to receive a credit.[/QUOTE]

And it had nothing to do with the iphone 2.

It's funny how all the haters are pointing to the quick price drop as the death of the 3DS. Yet, Apple did the same thing with the iphone and I think that product did ok.

I'd like to have gotten 80$ in eshop credit as opposed to 20 games I can't choose though.
 
I got iPhone 1 >> 2 incorrect, it was old, i dont' remember details But that wasn't the thing I was pointing out. I was pointing more towards the 100 dollars and it has nothing to do with hating at all.

I already have a 3DS and playing ToA as we speak
 
[quote name='djricekcn']I don't know about the DSi or LL but I thought the 3DS speakers were better than the DS/L. It even has a fake surround sound "effect" at times.[/QUOTE]

It's not the actual sound quality that's the problem it's just that even at max volume you can't get a great ambiance (sorry for the spelling) of sound. playing OOT 3D & SSFIV 3D for instance i HAVE to use headphones since the sound is so low. it's not like using an iPod or a portable CD player where if you were to crank the volume to max you'd damage your hearing. at max on the 3DS it gets about maybe 40%-50% of the volume those other devices would have at max loudness, and i'm being generous. not sure if it's a software issue with the system itself or the way the games were intentionally manufactered but it's low. i know it's not my hearing as it's just fine.
 
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[quote name='iforeverlovemyfamily']It's not the actual sound quality that's the problem it just that even at max volume you can't get a great ambiance (sorry for the spelling) of sound. playing OOT 3D & SSFIV 3D for instance i HAVE to use headphones since the sound is so low. it's not like using an iPod or a portable CD player where if you were to crank the volume to max you'd damage your hearing. at max on the 3DS it gets about maybe 40%-50% of the volume those other devices would have at max loudness, and i'm being generous. not sure if it's a software issue with the system itself or the way the games were intentionally manufactered but it's low. i know it's not my hearing as it's just fine.[/QUOTE]

I think the volume wise it's just as fine but I haven't max'ed it either. If you think it's low, it might just be the game (like ToA has compressed sound during movies, it's horribly less quality and lowered and more compressed volume) and/or, Nintendo may have implemented that speaker control thing and has it locked / no access to unlock it. I forgot what it's called...QPS? it's also on PSP but you can unlock the feature if you wanted too
 
[quote name='Lemarfanz']I'm almost positive they aren't 3D. I swear I read that nintendo said it was too hard for them to make old games 3D[/QUOTE]

From the OP
The Nintendo eShop is a digital store for Nintendo 3DS owners that provides access to a wide variety of downloadable content, such as original 3D software, classic games that have been re-mastered in 3D called 3D Classics, Game Boy™ and Game Boy Color “Virtual Console” games in their original 2D glory, and more than 350 Nintendo DSiWare™ games. Visitors can also view video game trailers, screen shots and product information for games, including those available at retail locations.
Click to expand...

They mention 3d classics but then call the free games something else.
 
I got to say this…
In my opinion $170 for a 3DS is a great deal especially with everything included in the package. I have one and I DID feel it was worth the price I paid for it.
However I got to say that what Nintendo is doing here for their "Loyal" fans is crap. Say you bought a 3DS in the past couple months for $250, that's $80 more than what it will be at in August. And how does Nintendo thank you, by giving you 20 downloadable games; 20 OLD, UNCHANGED, DOWNLOADABLE games.

I’ll break it down, first these game are OLD. If Nintendo is trying to “reward” their most loyal customers why are they giving them something that they probably have already played? Example: Super Mario Bros., I had it, played it, it was awesome at the time, but I’m past it and don’t play it anymore for a reason. I want to play the new games with better graphics, game play, innovation, ect; not the same level of the same game with the same visuals, especially on a system which emphasizes a special visual effect as a key selling point.

This brings me to my second point: UNCHANGED. Nintendo’s giving out a classic hit from an older system but without spicing it up. The 3DS has Gyroscopes, 3D camera, Augmented reality features, Touch screen, wifi, streetpass, mic, ABXY + Shoulder buttons, and a 3D screen; AND Nintendo can’t tweak anything else besides allowing you to use the slider pad rather than the D-pad in any of the Game Boy advance games. Why do I want to play Super Mario Advanced 3 on my 3DS when I can just as well play the exact same game on my Game Boy advanced? Granted the exclusivity of the select 10 games that are not to be sold to the public is nice but if you are a hardcore Nintendo fan you most likely have already played those games before. Nintendo I love nostalgia but change is also a good thing.

Finally my last point, and most disgruntling part of this whole debacle, is that the 20 games that these “Loyal Customers” receive are all and only DOWNLOADABLE!!! What this means is that these game have NO VALUE. You can not resell these games and even if you sell or trade in your 3DS these downloaded game do not add any value to the system. Plus when the next “Game Boy” generation comes out (if there is one) these games will most likely not be transferable given the current trends of backwards compatibility and progress of technology.

In summary I understand why Nintendo is going this route with the Vita release and its current sales of the 3DS System. And this is a great deal for anyone that doesn't have one already. However if you currently own this system ask yourself this; are these 20 downloadable games worth $80? I have to say no. Sure there might be a few titles that I wouldn’t mind trying or playing again, but those few titles do not add up to $80 by themselves. I would rather prefer if Nintendo sent those 830,000 consumers a voucher that would be good for 1 new 3DS game and does not expire for at least one year; meaning that a person could get anyone of the new upcoming holiday releases for free. Sure it doesn’t equal $80 but I feel it’s a better solution than the one previously stated.
 
[quote name='Mr. A']
This brings me to my second point: UNCHANGED. Nintendo’s giving out a classic hit from an older system but without spicing it up. The 3DS has Gyroscopes, 3D camera, Augmented reality features, Touch screen, wifi, streetpass, mic, ABXY + Shoulder buttons, and a 3D screen; AND Nintendo can’t tweak anything else besides allowing you to use the slider pad rather than the D-pad in any of the Game Boy advance games. Why do I want to play Super Mario Advanced 3 on my 3DS when I can just as well play the exact same game on my Game Boy advanced? Granted the exclusivity of the select 10 games that are not to be sold to the public is nice but if you are a hardcore Nintendo fan you most likely have already played those games before. Nintendo I love nostalgia but change is also a good thing.[/QUOTE]

I think what you define as Value is different from what others may define value as. If I download a game and play it for 5 hours I got value from it. Just because it is something I can not turn around and sell doesn't take away my value from it. Having the ability to re-sell a game certainly may add value to a game for some people but not having the ability doesn't mean there's "No Value".

Downloadable games are consumables and you have to look at them as something you will typically play for a short time and then throw away.
 
[quote name='Nintendokid54']So just to be sure Target has a 14 day price adjustment policy correct? I rather buy from there since I have a Target Red Card (5% off).[/QUOTE]

Correct.
 
[quote name='Mr. A']I got to say this…
In my opinion $170 for a 3DS is a great deal especially with everything included in the package. I have one and I DID feel it was worth the price I paid for it.
However I got to say that what Nintendo is doing here for their "Loyal" fans is crap. Say you bought a 3DS in the past couple months for $250, that's $80 more than what it will be at in August. And how does Nintendo thank you, by giving you 20 downloadable games; 20 OLD, UNCHANGED, DOWNLOADABLE games.

I’ll break it down, first these game are OLD. If Nintendo is trying to “reward” their most loyal customers why are they giving them something that they probably have already played? Example: Super Mario Bros., I had it, played it, it was awesome at the time, but I’m past it and don’t play it anymore for a reason. I want to play the new games with better graphics, game play, innovation, ect; not the same level of the same game with the same visuals, especially on a system which emphasizes a special visual effect as a key selling point.

This brings me to my second point: UNCHANGED. Nintendo’s giving out a classic hit from an older system but without spicing it up. The 3DS has Gyroscopes, 3D camera, Augmented reality features, Touch screen, wifi, streetpass, mic, ABXY + Shoulder buttons, and a 3D screen; AND Nintendo can’t tweak anything else besides allowing you to use the slider pad rather than the D-pad in any of the Game Boy advance games. Why do I want to play Super Mario Advanced 3 on my 3DS when I can just as well play the exact same game on my Game Boy advanced? Granted the exclusivity of the select 10 games that are not to be sold to the public is nice but if you are a hardcore Nintendo fan you most likely have already played those games before. Nintendo I love nostalgia but change is also a good thing.

Finally my last point, and most disgruntling part of this whole debacle, is that the 20 games that these “Loyal Customers” receive are all and only DOWNLOADABLE!!! What this means is that these game have NO VALUE. You can not resell these games and even if you sell or trade in your 3DS these downloaded game do not add any value to the system. Plus when the next “Game Boy” generation comes out (if there is one) these games will most likely not be transferable given the current trends of backwards compatibility and progress of technology.

In summary I understand why Nintendo is going this route with the Vita release and its current sales of the 3DS System. And this is a great deal for anyone that doesn't have one already. However if you currently own this system ask yourself this; are these 20 downloadable games worth $80? I have to say no. Sure there might be a few titles that I wouldn’t mind trying or playing again, but those few titles do not add up to $80 by themselves. I would rather prefer if Nintendo sent those 830,000 consumers a voucher that would be good for 1 new 3DS game and does not expire for at least one year; meaning that a person could get anyone of the new upcoming holiday releases for free. Sure it doesn’t equal $80 but I feel it’s a better solution than the one previously stated.[/QUOTE]

They don't owe you anything. They released a product. People who bought it, saw the price, and thought it was worth the asking price or else they would not have bought it. You got what you wanted, Nintendo got what they wanted, and the transaction is over.

The 20 free games is simply a good will gesture. If you don't like it or don't appreciate it, then too bad, no one gives a shit except other whiny bitches like you.
 
[quote name='gettinmoney662']They don't owe you anything. They released a product. People who bought it, saw the price, and thought it was worth the asking price or else they would not have bought it. You got what you wanted, Nintendo got what they wanted, and the transaction is over.

The 20 free games is simply a good will gesture. If you don't like it or don't appreciate it, then too bad, no one gives a shit except other whiny bitches like you.[/QUOTE]
I am going to smile when you're banned or silenced.
 
[quote name='Lemarfanz']And just out of sheer curiosity...(I'd like to know if Nintendo's price drop is effective)

Who here is actually going to definitely purchase it once the price drops?

(Or should I just make a new thread to ask this question?)[/QUOTE]

Was already thinking of buying it at $250, would have bought it at that price if Paper Mario had been released. I was thinking about buying it at a BF discount/sale, but the $170 price point makes it an immediate buy. The possibility of the 20 free games wit the BB price match made me buy it on Thursday.

Nintendo, I think, pushed themselves into this price drop due to poor planning of release titles. Zelda should have been a launch title and Paper Mario or Mario Kart or Animal Crossing should have been a second major push around this time. On the other hand, with their history with 3rd parties, I can see why they wanted to leave the launch window open to other publishers/devs.

Also, the first good game/s for the original DS came out about 8 months after the system launched. Am surprised people are willing to write off this system this soon.
 
iwannadie, good points overall, I see what you're saying.
getinmoney662, you are correct in it being a good will gesture on Nintendo's part which is nice. I just feel that gesture falls a little short in what I feel would be appropriate given the situation.
 
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