Nintendo 2DS now available to budget-minded gamers

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http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2013/10/nintendo-2ds-hands-on-2.jpg (http://www.engadget.com/2013/10/13/psa-nintendo-2ds-now-available-to-budget-minded-gamers/)Many gamers are focused on the PS4 (http://www.engadget.com/2013/08/20/playstation-4-hitting-shelves-on-november-15/) and Xbox One (http://www.engadget.com/2013/09/04/xbox-one-shipping-date/) launches, but we'd be remiss if we didn't mention a third that just took place: the Nintendo 2DS (http://www.engadget.com/2013/09/03/nintendo-2ds-handson/) is now available in Australia, Europe and North America. US-based shoppers can buy black/blue and black/red models for $129. As a refresher, the system is aimed at both frugal buyers and newcomers who may not miss the 3DS' (http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/21/nintendo-3ds-review/) hinged design and namesake 3D visual effects; it still handles 3DS and DS games. The 2DS isn't likely to please veteran players, but it may satisfy parents who want a cheap way to introduce their kids to handheld gaming.

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