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The End of an Era: Nintendo Halts Repairs for New Nintendo 2DS LL/XL, Bidding Farewell to Official 3DS Support

Nintendo has officially announced that it will cease offering repair services for the New Nintendo 2DS LL/XL, marking the end of official after-sales support for the iconic 3DS handheld series that has accompanied countless players over the years. The announcement cites a shortage of parts, making it impossible for the company to continue providing repairs. This decision applies to the entire Nintendo 3DS family. For many fans of the system, this move represents not just a change in repair policy but the closing of a significant chapter in gaming history.

A Farewell to an Era

Looking back, the Nintendo 2DS launched in 2013, abandoning the 3D feature in favor of a low-cost, durable tablet-like design that appealed to a large number of entry-level players. In 2017, the New Nintendo 2DS XL (also known as the New 2DS LL in Japan) reintroduced a folding design while retaining the 2D display, becoming the final iteration of the 3DS family. Although production of the 3DS series officially ended in 2020, Nintendo continued to offer repair services for several years, keeping the legacy of this handheld console alive. Now, with the official end of repairs, players are left to rely on third-party services or attempt to maintain their devices on their own.

The Legacy of the 3DS Series

The 3DS series was a massive success, with over 75.94 million units sold globally by June 30, 2025. The system boasted a vast library of games, including classics such as Pokémon Sun and Moon, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, and many more. The 3DS represented Nintendo's final dedicated handheld console before the Switch, and it became a central part of many players' childhood and adolescent memories.

The termination of official repairs serves as a reminder that the 3DS series has now officially entered the history books. However, the passion and nostalgia for this handheld era will remain in the hearts of gamers forever.

What is your most cherished memory from the 3DS series? Whether it's a favorite game or a special moment with your handheld console, we'd love to hear your thoughts. With official repairs no longer available, will you choose to maintain your old device or switch to a new platform?

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