I’m trying to buy a used Japanese New 3DS LL (I hate how Nintendo named that thing) with an IPS top screen, and there’s one listing where the price is what I’m willing to pay, the screens are pristine with no yellowing and I’m fine with the condition of the back plates, but there’s a small crack in the console just below the upper screen. I do not have the experience to replace the whole shell, is this something I could use a bit of glue or epoxy and be fine or would this become a huge problem?

  • dinckelEnglish
    14•6 months ago

    I would absolutely avoid that, because the hinge is already really fragile as it is, and by the looks of it, it is ready to snap off at any moment as is. Replacing the shell is a way bigger pain in the ass, than what it’s worth

    • CorrodedEnglish
      5•6 months ago

      Replacing the shell is a way bigger pain in the ass, than what it’s worth

      I agree. There’s a decent amount of extra effort required with clamshell devices.

      I also feel like finding a new 3DS would be a bit harder than a regular DS shell. I imagine both are available on Ali Express though.