Nintendo 3DS

Nintendo has apparently announced its 3DS video download UK launch date – with the eagerly anticipated service set to arrive on 13 July.

Nintendo president Satoru Iwata has admitted concern over 3DS sales and thinks the company needs to work harder to win over the gaming public regarding the usefulness of the device.

Chubby plumber was notably absent at the console launch

A Cambridge University graphics and imaging expert has slammed tabloid reports that Nintendo's new 3DS is causing lots of users to suffer eye-strain, following its recent launch.

Nintendo has issued a statement following a predicable spate of complaints from gamers suffering headaches and eyestrain when playing the 3DS console.

Nintendo expects its 'biggest ever launch' with the new glasses-free 3D Nintendo 3DS this week, with over 140,000 pre-orders already having been made.

Sky 3D will be broadcasting a special programme to mark the arrival of the Nintendo 3Ds in Britain.

The Nintendo 3DS console might be good for the eyesight of young children, despite Ninty warning that it shouldn't be used by kids under 6.

Nintendo is not going to let those handy with a screwdriver get away with installing tech that will allow users to run unofficial (usually pirated) games on the Nintendo 3DS.

Nintendo has smashed its own record for console pre-order sales in the UK for the forthcoming 3DS.