At a conference in Japan today, Nintendo finally announced the launch date and price for the handheld. The Nintendo 3DS will go on sale in Japan on February 26, 2011, for a retail price of 25,000 Yen ($300). The console will be avaliible in two colors: Aqua Blue and Cosmo Black. Nintendo of Europe has also recently stated that the 3DS will be released there in March 2011. Though we are still awaiting an announcement from Nintendo of America, it is safe to assume that the release date should be fairly close in proximity to the other two.
Summary
– 3DS Release Date: February 26, 2011 (JP) March 2011 (EU)
– Price: 25,000 Yen ($300)
– Colors: Aqua Blue, Cosmo Black
