Nintendo 3DS

The Nintendo 3DS console might be good for the eyesight of young children, despite Ninty warning that it shouldn't be used by kids under 6.

Nintendo is not going to let those handy with a screwdriver get away with installing tech that will allow users to run unofficial (usually pirated) games on the Nintendo 3DS.

Nintendo has smashed its own record for console pre-order sales in the UK for the forthcoming 3DS.

Nintendo has officially confirmed that Super Mario Bros will be launched for the new 3DS console later this year.

Exclusive Nintendo released the details of the forthcoming 3DS handheld line-up earlier today, with a number of games from some of its key third party developer and publisher partners on the list.

Nintendo president Satoru Iwata has said that a 3G version of its 3DS handheld is unlikely to become one of its "viable options".

No longer arriving at launch, slips till May

Asda has moved quick to announce itself as the UK's cheapest retailer of the forthcoming new Nintendo 3DS, due for release in the UK on 25 March.

3DS opens up opportunities for indie devs

UK retailers are reportedly buying Nintendo's forthcoming new 3DS console in at £173 per unit, which means that they are set to make at least a clear £50 profit per unit.