For 8 year old son 3DS or WII U ?

[chy123]

Which device would you recommend ? What's the main difference ? the 3DS is compatible with DS games, but how about the WII U ?

And is it worth the £50 to upgrade to an 3DS XL ?

Thanks

[Pyrii]

Opinions on the Wii U are mixed.

I myself just got a 3DS XL for £170 with Zelda 3D after spending far too much time researching prices. Remember if you buy an XL you'll need to spend £7 more on a charger unless you have one from a DSi. (I used my GAME points and spent £2.50 on one, which arrived before the 3DSXL itself)

The extra screen space helps, but I have trouble staying in the 3D sweet spot when holding in in my hands. Depends on your son, whether he would like the bigger screen. I would recommend it though if possible.

If the Wii is anything to go by, the 3DS(XL) will last much longer with kids. Plus it keeps them quiet in the car! :3

[Nomak]

I'd say the 3DS. It's a lot more child friendly and is great for car journeys etc.

[Pyrii]

Make sure you use the parental settings to turn off the 3D effect for car journeys. Don't want a new reason for kids vomiting in the back.

[lhayati]

The 3DS is very child friendly and it's something he would be able to have in the car without getting bored (and he wont hog the tv) haha.

[Carper]

3ds for sure im sure he will love loads of games on it, including the epic pokemon series

[melon]

What happens if they make a portable WII U ,will it become the WII WII ?

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[Blaineoliver]

3DS are brilliant for people who can look at them and not want to vomit, for me its a waste but still amazing fun in 2D

[MrBozack]

I love the 3DS, but the games are really limited. I only like MarioKart 7 and Zelda. My son's a big Pokemon fan - but they're played on his DSI-XL and not made for 3D gaming. DS has a good game catalogue. 3DS does not.The DSI-XL was many times better than the DSi and DSL. The shoulder buttons were made solid too. I'm guessing 3DSXL would be nice... and big too. £50 well spent.

However I'm buying a Wii U for Christmas. The controller might not be the best for small hands though! Zombie U & Lego City look really good!
So yes, Wii U (if you can still secure stock).

[StanleyParable]

If you're still out there making this decision, you'll probably be able to manage play-time a little better with the Wii. 3DSs can be hidden away for bed times (though I suppose the Wii U actually has its remote play option too...)