Buttons/D-pad are clicky on some 3DS devices (e.g.Buttons/D-pad are significantly smaller than those on older game consoles that are being emulated.The top section can be a bit wobbly due to the hinge design.Second screen is nice to have but most of the time it’s unused.Games can be installed by scanning a QR code with the camera.Individual games can be installed to the home screen if desired (see New Super Ultimate Injector below).Decent battery life and official replacement batteries are still available for purchase.Uses a standard micro SD card instead of a proprietary memory stick.Second screen is convenient for emulator menus, logs, etc.Landscape orientation is comfortable to hold.Decent build quality typical of Nintendo consoles.The New 3DS models are powerful enough to emulate most 16-bit consoles and some limited ability to emulate Nintendo 64 and PlayStation 1.Powerful enough to emulate most 8-bit consoles.Easily hacked to install homebrew/emulators.Is the 3DS a good device for emulation? Advantages
