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Please note you can only appreciate the 3D effect of Nintendo 3DS on the system itself. All screenshots and game footage on this site are captured in 2D mode.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE 3D FEATURE OF NINTENDO 3DS
- There are differences among individuals in terms of how they see 3D visuals. Please be advised that factors such as physical condition, media content and environment may all affect how any individual sees the 3D effect on the Nintendo 3DS system. Read more
- If you are tired, or feeling unwell, please refrain from playing. If you feel sick, please stop playing Nintendo 3DS immediately. Read more
- The use of the 3D feature by children aged six and under may cause vision damage. Therefore it is recommended that:
- Only children over six should use the system in 3D mode.
- If children aged six and under have access to the system, parents or legal guardians should restrict the display of 3D images using the Parental Controls feature. Read more
The 3D effects generated by the Nintendo 3DS are created using the ability to interpret 3D images due to the difference in position of the left and right eye. However, each individual sees 3D images differently.
Please be advised that there are circumstances that could make it difficult for an individual to properly see 3D images - for instance, when there is a significant difference between eyesight in the right and left eyes1.
We have integrated the '3D depth slider' so that anyone can set the 3D effects to a convenient level. Moving the slider downwards makes the 3D images appear less distinctive2 and having it set to the lowest point allows you to enjoy gameplay with the display images appearing entirely in 2D.
Make sure you find the 3D setting on the Nintendo 3DS system that is most comfortable for you.
1 For users with a visual impairment, it is advised that you investigate corrective procedures, eg. prism glasses, to assist with the viewing of 3D effects.
2 Some software titles will not allow for a stepless adjustment of the 3D effects, only allowing you to switch between 3D and 2D images using the 3D depth slider.
For our previous game systems, Nintendo has, as a guideline, recommended our customers to take a break every hour.
It is possible that a player might react more sensitively to 3D images than common 2D images and fatigue and/or discomfort can be experienced during gameplay with 3D images.
Therefore, we recommend our customers to take a break every half hour when using the 3D feature of the Nintendo 3DS system.
If you are feeling sick, please stop playing immediately.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS
PLEASE READ!
During the initial setup of your Nintendo 3DS system, you will be asked to set Parental Controls. Touch SET to begin, then follow the on-screen instructions.
Choose a PIN code to ensure that your child cannot change the settings you made.
Touch DISPLAY OF 3D IMAGES to disable the 3D feature. The use of the 3D feature by children aged six and under may cause vision damage. It is highly recommended that only children over six should use the system in 3D mode.
Make sure you select DONE to save your settings.
To use Parental Controls or to change the settings after the initial setup has been completed, open the System Settings from the HOME Menu and select PARENTAL CONTROLS.
