Analyst: 3DS to launch in west in March 2011, cost $249-$299

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OneTwoThree said:

silicon said:

When people say it'll be $199 is it wishful thinking or a Nintendo strategy?

It sounds like they can charge whatever they want for it and people will buy it.

I think it would sell well at $250-$299

I think it will be ≤ 200$/€ because: More would be too much! Nintendo's handhelds have never been more than 200$/€, and that's one reason for their success. It's still toy, after all, and parents are supposed to buy it for their kids, to play Nintendogs and all. 

What's more, I don't think 3DS will be THAT expensive to produce. The graphics are roughly on GC level, and they sold the GC  for 100$/€ six years ago. Even the 3D display won't be overly expensive, considering the amount Nintendo is going to buy. 

So, if they're wise, they are going to stick to their tradition. Nintendo has never had a high entry price point, especially with their handhelds. 

This generation and next generation has been the GameCube revenge.