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3DS

Brand
Nintendo
Original Release Date
March 27, 2011
Hardware Versions
3DS
Original MSRP (USD)
$249.99
Weight
3DS: 8.3 oz 3DS XL: 11.9 oz

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In line with the sunsetting of the 3DS family of systems, Nintendo announces that the company is officially ending repair services for some units.

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