Nintendo 3DS Circle Pad Pro review. Nintendo has retrofitted the 3DS with some extra buttons and an additional analog stick, but will they make you a better Monster Hunter?

The latest issue of Famitsu shows a new Nintendo 3DS expansion that tacks on a second "Circle Pad" onto the side of the handheld as well as more shoulder buttons. But is it a good idea?

Nintendo has unveiled two new 3DS designs. The same size as existing 3DS models, the revamped systems feature the additional buttons seen in the 3DS Circle Pad accessory, alongside a small second ...

Nintendo's new designs will be roughly the same size as existing models but also squeeze in the extra technology, which incorporates the buttons found on the 3DS Circle Pad Pro accessory.

The New Nintendo 3DS — out now in Japan, ... It also has face buttons colored like a SNES controller, which might well seal the deal for some. But let’s be real here: ...

It's called the New Nintendo 3DS. It's faster with bigger screens and better battery life. It also has a new analog pad called the "C-stick." Wow! This sounds great.

Update: To accompany the reveal of the New 3DS and 3DS XL, Nintendo has also announced 38 new faceplates for the smaller version. The prices range from 1,000 - 3,000 yen, roughly $10 - $30 USD ...

Above: New Nintendo 3DS XL face buttons and C stick Image Credit: Dale North/VentureBeat While small, the rubber-topped C stick felt natural in use and was unexpectedly effective overall.

The updated 3DS devices, currently for Japan only, also feature a stronger CPU than existing models and are built to support custom covers. New Nintendo 3DS models sport NFC and extra buttons - CNET X ...

Nintendo on Tuesday announced a fleet of new game titles for its 3DS handheld, along with a new peripheral add-on, promising to rekindle interest in the device. News Accessories ...

But I digress. The New Nintendo 3DS now has an analog nub that developers can use for their camera-moving needs. Since I haven't gotten my hands on the new handheld myself, I can't tell you first ...

Today in Japan, Nintendo released a new Nintendo 3DS—er, make that, the New Nintendo 3DS. I bought one for Kotaku, so let's see how it sizes up to its predecessor.