Rumors are floating around the Internet that Nintendo is working on a new version of the 3DS. Nintendo is apparently aware of the push back consumers are having on 3D; combined with the skepticism that the 3D doesn’t damage eyes, they are considering toning down the 3D effect and might even slap a new name on the portable.
More startling, however, is the rumor that executives at Nintendo privately admit that not having a right circle pad was a mistake. The new model of 3DS will reportedly have dual analog inputs, while Nintendo will release a device that would add an analog pad to the existing 3DS for $10.
Nintendo is apparently reaching out to developers to ask them to develop titles that have the two analog sticks in mind. 3DS development kits are also reportedly on the rare side, with only 300 being produced every month, putting delays in the pipeline for developers to start making their games.
Adding fuel to this fire is confirmation that Nintendo will hold a pre-Tokyo Game Show briefing on September 13, 2011. The closed event, open to only media, investors and analysts, is believed to be the platform on which Nintendo will unveil the next version of the 3DS console.
Source: 01net
