I was going to pick up Amazoness but the place where I usually get stuff sold out and I never got around to it afterwards...I still really want it
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Japanese Nintendo 3DS Import Thread | Brand New 3D, Same Old Region Lock
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I was going to pick up Amazoness but the place where I usually get stuff sold out and I never got around to it afterwards...I still really want it
I recently picked up Taiko No Tatsujin: Don to Katsu no Jikuu Daibouken and I'm loving it so far, it's mostly what I've been playing outside of some Mario Picross 2 of the eShop.
Also, I don't think I ever posted my FC in this thread for my Japanese 3DS, so feel free to add me, and if you do, message me to let me know yours! I only have MH4 and I'll have smash at the end of the week when it comes out.
FC: 1091-8743-4336
Also, I don't think I ever posted my FC in this thread for my Japanese 3DS, so feel free to add me, and if you do, message me to let me know yours! I only have MH4 and I'll have smash at the end of the week when it comes out.
FC: 1091-8743-4336
Impotaku
Member
Added your friend code to my list.
Btw if anyone has the second taiko game you can use this guide to unlock all the secret costumes, the QR codes were originally scattered on various Japanese snacks & promotional stuff/magazines ect, there are even codes to unlock the 7-11 exclusive stuff.
http://tinyurl.com/krhhc67
metsallica
Member
Should be instantaneous based on this post from earlier in the thread, no?
Ah, good. I figured as much, and it looks like that's the case, but I almost panicked at the thought of not being able to play Smash on release.
Because they are a different material. One of the 3,000 yen ones is wood, and forgot the other one.
Oh, that's kind of neat.
Bassmastergeneral
Member
Is it really different material? I haven't been able to find any reports.
I remember reading on a news site about the different material thing. Can.t femember which one >.>
Spotty Ren
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I didn't see anybody mention Digimon World Re
igitize Decode. It's fun to play, it has tons of added content from the PSP version, and it's not too hard to understand (they got furigana going on even on the simpler kanji)
Even people not familiar with Digimon can enjoy it as a nice RPG.
igitize Decode. It's fun to play, it has tons of added content from the PSP version, and it's not too hard to understand (they got furigana going on even on the simpler kanji)Even people not familiar with Digimon can enjoy it as a nice RPG.
Gameboy415
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FYI, Amazon has 32GB SanDisk Ultra Micro SD cards for $15.99 with Prime Shipping today.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009QZH7BU/?tag=neogaf0e-20
I just ordered one to use with my New 3DS when it arrives next month.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009QZH7BU/?tag=neogaf0e-20
I just ordered one to use with my New 3DS when it arrives next month.
Gillian Seed
Banned
FYI, Amazon has 32GB SanDisk Ultra Micro SD cards for $15.99 with Prime Shipping today.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009QZH7BU/?tag=neogaf0e-20
I just ordered one to use with my New 3DS when it arrives next month.
Is the process of transferring from a stock 4GB Toshiba card to one of these easy? I dont want to have to redownload everything.
I only played the demo, but I thought it was awful. Terrible characters, idiotic story/dialogue, very bland and boring dungeon crawling. There are plenty of better dungeon crawlers out there.
I watched a friend play through it for bits at a time, it seemed fine, but granted I wasn't paying attention that much. Oh well, I'll still see for myself eventually one day
metsallica
Member
Simple as copying and pasting.
FYI, Amazon has 32GB SanDisk Ultra Micro SD cards for $15.99 with Prime Shipping today.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009QZH7BU/?tag=neogaf0e-20
I just ordered one to use with my New 3DS when it arrives next month.
Any reason to worry about compatibility issues?
I guess for $15 I can find something else to do with the card if there is an issue.
Gameboy415
Member
I don't believe so - I checked Nintendo Japan's Q&A page for the New 3DS (here: http://www.nintendo.co.jp/3ds/new/qa/index.html) before ordering and it just says that SDXC cards (64GB & up) are not compatible.
Gillian Seed
Banned
Thanks. Is there any particular SD card that is better than the rest?
Speedwagon
Michelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel. Yabuki turned off voice chat in Mario Kart races. True artists of their time.
metsallica
Member
You might want to cancel that order as the New 3DS doesn't support SDXC cards... Look up a few posts!
Speedwagon
Michelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel. Yabuki turned off voice chat in Mario Kart races. True artists of their time.
Neither does the original 3DS. You have to format it to FAT32, then it works.
metsallica
Member
Wow, really? All 64 GB?
Dragoshi1
Member
Wow, thanks! This is gonna help a lot!
Speedwagon
Michelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel. Yabuki turned off voice chat in Mario Kart races. True artists of their time.
Yeah, 128GB works too
metsallica
Member
I had no idea, that's awesome. It still worries me that the New 3DS FAQ specifically says they're not supported while NOA's 3DS support page makes no such claim but they're cheap enough and easily repurposed that it's worth taking a flyer.
terrisus
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I'm using a 64GD SDXC card on my 3DS right now, and have been for a few months.
No issue at all. As said, just format it as FAT32 and you're good to go.
Don't see why the new 3DS would go out of its way to make it not work.
Draconestra
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I'm sure the reason the FAQ says it doesn't support it is to avoid confusion from your average consumer. Like mentioned earlier, you can actually use a 64GB or a 128GB card on a 3DS as long as it's formatted to FAT32. Your average consumer probably won't know how to do that.
Speaking of which, I believe I have the 64GB microSD card that's currently on sale, and it's a good deal. Currently using it on my Zelda 3DS XL and I have no complaints.
ShikabaneHime13
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I think I agree that it is a bit disconcerting that it has been specifically stated the sdxc cards won't work. I mean, the revamped models might have some new inner working meant to keep them from working with sdxc cards, hence the official FAQ mentioning them... But I hope they work for anyone willing to try them out. I will just play it safe and use the Nintendo MicroSD until I hear more regarding someone's test with the sdxc
PumpkinSpice
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They say that because if you buy an SDXC card and pop it in your 3DS it won't work. You have to format it first to FAT32. It's a dumb reason, but for a lot of people formatting the SD card is too much to explain. For you and me, buying a 64GB card is no big deal.
WOW, 3d outrun for under a fiver, cant wait to get that. loads of other great sega classics as well:
http://archives.sega.jp/3d/outrun/
http://archives.sega.jp/3d/outrun/
Anyone here use nin-nin before? They didn't ship out my system within the 3-4 business days they said they would and I'm a little salty about it, and I'm kind of wondering what my options are, espescially if it manages to ship any later.
Hope I don't come off entitled saying that lol. I'd understand and wouldn't be upset if it was an external shipping problem, but its not one, because it hasn't even been shipped out yet.
Hope I don't come off entitled saying that lol. I'd understand and wouldn't be upset if it was an external shipping problem, but its not one, because it hasn't even been shipped out yet.
Impotaku
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In the whole 3 times i used nin-nin i have only had one order go ok for me. Personally i wouldn't recommend them, some people have had no problems but i wasn't that lucky. Ordered 2 DS games & a Wii game.
One DS game came ok if a little slow, the second DS game was listed as in stock i placed an order & heard nothing only to find weeks later that they actually didn't have it & they cancelled my order. Same happened with a Wii game i wanted they listed as in stock & they never actually had it to start with. They are a nightmare to get hold of if something goes wrong as the contact method on their site is broken most of the time.
One DS game came ok if a little slow, the second DS game was listed as in stock i placed an order & heard nothing only to find weeks later that they actually didn't have it & they cancelled my order. Same happened with a Wii game i wanted they listed as in stock & they never actually had it to start with. They are a nightmare to get hold of if something goes wrong as the contact method on their site is broken most of the time.
fuck. That'd piss me off pretty badly if that happened. The 3ds I ordered is out of stock now, too. Dammit man you have me worried lol.
Plus their contact method seems shitty. Kinda odd they have no number to call.
I've used them multiple times. My Japanese 3DS is from them and I've also ordered things like figurines, books and games in the past.
My experience with them so far has been flawless. With my Japanese 3DS I was kinda nervous as it was the first time I imported a console and I had a lot of questions. They answered my e-mails very quickly, with a friendly tone and in clear language. This was back in 2011 I think (during the release of Monster Hunter 3G, as I bought the bundle) so maybe things have changed now.
Hope everything works out
. Let us know what happens - if Nin-Nin is problematic nowadays I'll edit the OP (as they're recommended there).
Impotaku
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Maybe i have just been very unlucky with them, i placed all my orders last year so they could have improved/worsened. No idea though as i haven't used them since then, the 3rd order was the final straw it took them 3 weeks to tell me that the wii game i had ordered that they had listed as in stock wasn't actually in stock at all.
I'd probably wait a week to see if they have shipped your order Hatchtag, but yeah their communication is not the best, i have heard that you can get hold of them easier by using their facebook page if you need to contact them.
I'd probably wait a week to see if they have shipped your order Hatchtag, but yeah their communication is not the best, i have heard that you can get hold of them easier by using their facebook page if you need to contact them.
I've used them multiple times. My Japanese 3DS is from them and I've also ordered things like figurines, books and games in the past.
My experience with them so far has been flawless. With my Japanese 3DS I was kinda nervous as it was the first time I imported a console and I had a lot of questions. They answered my e-mails very quickly, with a friendly tone and in clear language. This was back in 2011 I think (during the release of Monster Hunter 3G, as I bought the bundle) so maybe things have changed now.
Hope everything works out
I'll be sure to let you guys know what happens! Funny you should mention that though, a used version of that bundle is what I bought.
Impotaku
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Speaking of which, what places do people here mostly use??
I used to use Play Asia a lot as they are mostly reliable but their prices can be pretty extreme sometimes for popular items.
Also have used NCSX an american importer in the past for Japanese games, the time i have used them they were pretty good but their prices can be a little on the high side.
Nowdays i use Amazon Japan, so far not had a bad experience yet but i don't want to tempt fate, but so far im pretty impressed.
I used to use Play Asia a lot as they are mostly reliable but their prices can be pretty extreme sometimes for popular items.
Also have used NCSX an american importer in the past for Japanese games, the time i have used them they were pretty good but their prices can be a little on the high side.
Nowdays i use Amazon Japan, so far not had a bad experience yet but i don't want to tempt fate, but so far im pretty impressed.
Ahhh it's such a nice 3DS. You're in for a treat. Hope they'll come through and ship it out to you!
I'm considering selling my unit as I've got the New 3DS pre-ordered. If for some reason Nin-Nin cancels your order, feel free to send me a PM and maybe we can work something out. I would like to keep my system until my New 3DS arrives though (for the transfer), so in that case you'd have to wait a little while until I can ship it out.
...but let's not get ahead of ourselves. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you that Nin-Nin delivers your items as promised!
Do you use Tenso with amazon? I really want to try them out sometime. Amazon's prices are really good.
So far I've used Nin-Nin, Nippon-Yasan and eBay. Pretty satisfied with all of them, although N-Y sure take their sweet time with shipping out items. I ordered Youkai Watch from them, was which recently restocked according to them, and it took 4 (working) days to ship it out! How hard can it be to grab a game, put it in an enveloppe and bring it to the post office?!
. Can't really complain though, they say it can take that long on their website and I knew that when I placed my order. But still, it's something to keep in mind when ordering from them.
Impotaku
Member
Yeah because i live here in the UK i have to use Tenso with Amazon Japan to get anything like gaming stuff. Amazons prices are shockingly good, a lot of games tend to drop in price to about 3000yen and lower, some games do get more expensive but most of the 3DS games i have been after have been cheaper than retail & a lot cheaper than most other import places. I ordered 8 games a few days ago & 7 of them are already sat in my Tenso addresss now, Amazon are pretty fast at getting things shipped. Just waiting for last one before i get Tenso to ship them off.
If you buy light stuff like games then Tenso's fees are suprisingly reasonable, i did get destroyed though when i went a little crazy & ordered massive boxes of sweets. 600 umaibo snacks was quite a lot LOL.
The taiko no tatsujin sweets were a worthy purchase though
If you buy light stuff like games then Tenso's fees are suprisingly reasonable, i did get destroyed though when i went a little crazy & ordered massive boxes of sweets. 600 umaibo snacks was quite a lot LOL.
The taiko no tatsujin sweets were a worthy purchase though