I Might Need to Upgrade to a Nintendo 2DS

I've been giving some serious thought towards getting a Nintendo 2DS console. Here are my main deciding factors:

1. I accidentally dropped my 3DS XL for the first time last night, and now the hinge seems a little more wobbly than usual; thus, I may need to upgrade sooner than I planned

2. I almost never use the 3D function on my current console anymore, not even in Super Mario 3D Land, because my eyes tend to weaken after a few minutes and I need to rest them briefly

3. The displays are perhaps a tad too big for my eyes, and a bit of research suggests that it's actually smaller displays which are easier on the eyes and reduce strain (weird, right?)

4. I don't often take my console with me when I go out-and-about anymore for a few reasons, namely the lack of StreetPass hits I receive now (everybody must be at home playing Wii U )

5. I've heard that the 2DS is the most comfortable handheld in the "Nintendo 3DS family of systems" to hold during extended play sessions, which is an important factor in my decision

I heard that there will be two different 2DS Blue + Black console bundles coming out in Australia in a matter of weeks (each one comes with one of the Gen VI Pokémon games), so I think now may be a good time to upgrade. If nobody's done so yet, maybe I could post my impressions of the console right here on WiiWareWave.

The 2DS has problems of its own such as stiff d-pad buttons and the A and B buttons break easily so it isn't exactly an upgrade.

ReverseInverse wrote:The 2DS has problems of its own such as stiff d-pad buttons and the A and B buttons break easily so it isn't exactly an upgrade.

What?! D:

ReverseInverse wrote:The 2DS has problems of its own such as stiff d-pad buttons and the A and B buttons break easily so it isn't exactly an upgrade.

After doing a lot of research, it seems as though the issues with the 2DS only affect a small number of units, which I guess is true for any console. Over 95% of what I've found has been positive, and I can't really shell-out for a more expensive system. Plus, the promise of a free digital copy of Pokémon X is very tantalising.

GamerZack7 wrote: (snipped)

5. I've heard that the 2DS is the most comfortable handheld in the "Nintendo 3DS family of systems" to hold during extended play sessions, which is an important factor in my decision

If you're worried about comfort in regards to your 3DSXL, you should of got a Mugen Battery for it. When I bought my 3DSXL, it was uncomfortable. Add the battery, and instant comfort. Haven't looked back. Plus, I had my XL on standby for nearly 2 weeks, with 1 bar left of battery.