Nintendo is introducing a new 3DS handheld in Japan this fall that will include multi-colored face buttons and an additional thumbstick.
The "new Nintendo 3DS" and "new Nintendo 3DS XL" will feature a small "C-stick" available on the right side of the handheld. It also features improved 3-D for a more "comfortable" experience and near-field communication (NFC) to support the company's upcoming amiibo figurines.
The device will be available October 11 in Japan only. Nintendo says the new 3DS will not launch in the U.S. or Europe this calendar year.
Meanwhile, Nintendo confirmed 12 amiibo figures -- which will be compatible with a series of titles for the Wii U console -- will launch this holiday for $12.99 each. The roster includes Mario, Peach, Link (The Legend of Zelda), Samus (Metroid), Yoshi, Donkey Kong, Pikachu (Pokemon), Kirby, Fox (StarFox), Marth (Fire Emblem), Villager (Animal Crossing) and Wii Fit Trainer.
The amiibo will work with games such as Mario Kart 8, Captain Toad's Treasure Tracker and Mario Party 10.
Nintendo is also launching a pair of Wii U console bundles to drum up more consumer interest for the device. A deluxe set combining the console with copies of Nintendo Land and Super Mario 3D World launches next month, while a similar bundle including Mario Kart 8 will launch exclusively in WalMart stores.
Brett Molina, USA TODAY
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