GamrDebate: Why the 3DS does NOT need a second analogue nub (and will you be getting the 3DSXL?)

[amp316]

MDMAlliance said:

amp316 said:
As much as I love my 3DS, I would love to see another analog stick on it. Imagine how much better the controls would be on Kid Icarus with one. Controlling the aim and turning with the touch screen just doesn't feel right at all, but it was pretty much the best that they could do with the hardware's limitations.

I disagree with you completely on Kid Icarus.  The controls it has now would be complicated by dual analog stick controls, because you have to focus on dodging, aiming, and firing at the same time.  Switching from one target to another is important to do, and accuracy is also important as the touch screen gives you a heightend amount of accuracy and precision.  The only thing most people don't like is that it's either uncomfortable for them or the controls are too difficult for them to comprehend (which I don't get because I got used to it in 10 minutes).

Dodging wouldn't be hard at all.  You wouldn't have to change that at all.  Just tap the left stick as it is now.  Sorry, but aiming is much easier with a stick since the touch screen is so small.  It may work well on the new Wii U gamepad, but on the 3DS it feels awkward.