A really great year.
My pick goes to A Link Between Worlds. I was wary of this sequel to A Link to the Past before it launched, especially because of reused areas. But I was very wrong. It’s one of the best Zelda games ever and my choice for best 3DS game. I love the sense of adventure and discovery; the dungeons, bosses, and puzzles; the subtle 3D effects and remixed music; and, of course, the wall-merging mechanic.