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Used Nintendo 3DS consoles are commanding nearly Switch 2 prices amid retro gaming boom

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Nintendo 3DS consoles are now selling for $250-$350 on the secondary market, nearly matching their original launch prices and approaching expected Switch 2 costs, despite selling for under $100 just last year. This dramatic price surge reflects the growing retro gaming boom and the 3DS's cult status among collectors who value its extensive game library and ease of custom firmware installation.

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