Used Nintendo 3DS game consoles are in high demand in the market

 

In 2011, Nintendo's new portable game console was officially released. It was a console capable of playing 3D games without the need for glasses: the Nintendo 3DS. This was one of Nintendo's ambitions, as they seemed obsessed with creating glasses-free 3D games ever since the Famicom era, up to the GameCube, where they attempted to make games and TVs support 3D. They finally succeeded with the Nintendo 3DS. However, the initial launch price was quite high at $249.99, or approximately 7,800 Thai Baht, which was considered very expensive at the time. Eventually, Nintendo decided to cut the price down to $169.99, or about 5,300 Baht, leading to better sales. And now, in 2026, the Nintendo 3DS has become popular again, with the price of used consoles skyrocketing internationally. Let's delve into this story

There are several reasons behind the Nintendo 3DS's popularity in the market, as many have analyzed. One primary factor is that production of the Nintendo 3DS officially ceased in 2021. A Twitter user (foreign media still refers to it as Twitter, not X) named Pirat Nation pointed out that the price of a New Nintendo 3DS XL can now range from $200 to $350 (approximately 10,987 Baht), depending on the condition. This has led some to joke that by adding just a little more money, you could buy a Nintendo Switch 2. Overall, however, the 3DS remains a more affordable gaming option. Although online features and access to the Nintendo eShop were removed from the 3DS in April 2024, the console can still play physical game cartridges and maintains full backward compatibility with all Nintendo DS games. When you factor in that 3DS game prices are generally lower than those for the Nintendo Switch 2, it is no surprise that many people are turning back to this classic handheld in 2026

There are several reasons why the Nintendo 3DS remains popular in the market, which many people have analyzed and broken down. One of the main reasons is that production of the Nintendo 3DS was discontinued back in 2021. Furthermore, a Twitter user (foreign media still refers to it as Twitter, not X) named Pirat Nation stated that the price of a New Nintendo 3DS XL can now range from $200 to $350, or approximately 10,987 Baht, depending on its condition. This has led some to joke that adding just a bit more money could get you a Nintendo Switch 2. Overall, however, the 3DS is still considered a more affordable console. Although online features were removed and access to the Nintendo eShop ended in April 2024, the device can still play physical game cartridges and is fully backward compatible with all Nintendo DS games. Combined with the fact that 3DS game prices are cheaper than those for the Nintendo Switch 2, it is no surprise that many people are turning back to this retro handheld in 2026

In addition to everything mentioned above, the Nintendo 3DS has become a popular device for modders to play games and run applications not normally supported by the official system (often referred to as the "dark side" or homebrew scene). In early 2025, a gamer notably demonstrated using the Moonlight game streaming app to play Assassin's Creed Shadows on a 3DS. Although the actual game was being processed on another console or a PC, the 3DS acted as the display and controller, proving it truly can do "everything". For those who still own a Nintendo 3DS in good condition with its original box, now in 2026 might be a great time to sell, as collectors and enthusiasts are driving prices to impressive new heights

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