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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