This seems like a bit of a Captain Obvious post, but everybody’s treating Masahiro Sakurai’s comments like a big deal, so you might want to know. Basically, theKid Icarus Uprisingdirector has stated that you’ll want a set of steady hands in order to get the most out of your 3DS’ visuals.

Since the 3D effect only works from a fixed position, Sakurai says that your hands will need to be kept free of exaggerated movements, which could spoil the illusion. He thinks the 3DS should be played with your hands planted on your lap, or using a peripheral that docks the system on a flat surface.

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We more or less figured already that the 3D effect won’t pop out from anywhere like the hologram chess inStar Wars, but here’s a little reminder for you. The 3DS’ visual trickery is pretty amazing, but I hope people aren’t expectingArnold J. Rimmerto pop out at them.

3DS games for sale

3DS and Wii U credit

Nintendo Switch StreetPass

StreetPass

3DS and Wii U

The Netflix Wii U app

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