# 3D Game Consoles The Nintendo 3DS Loses the Need for Pesky 3D Glasses By Meghan Young | Published 2010-03-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-3ds References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2010/03/nintendo-ds-to-offer-glasses-free-3d-gaming.html) & [mashable](http://mashable.com/2010/03/23/nintendo-3ds/) I'm sure gamers the world over are slowly chanting '[Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-classics-virtual-boy) [3DS](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magicx-zero-40)' in fervent rhapsody. I'm not much a gamer myself anymore, but I can't help but feel a slight anticipatory thrill course through me at the thought of a [hand-held 3D game console](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vividq-call-of-duty). Aside from the obvious 3D awesomeness that the Nintendo 3DS will offer, I think I am most excited about the fact that it claims to do away with 3D glasses. Launching in early 2011, it will be compatible with Nintendo's existing games. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Hand-held 3D Gaming:** Explore the trend of hand-held gaming consoles that offer immersive 3D experiences without the need for glasses. - **Gaming Without 3D Glasses:** Discover the trend of gaming consoles that use innovative technology to provide 3D visuals without the hassle of wearing glasses. - **Compatibility with Existing Games:** Embrace the trend of new gaming consoles that are designed to be compatible with previously released games, creating a seamless transition for gamers. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Console:** Find disruptive innovation opportunities in the gaming console industry to develop hand-held devices that provide immersive 3D experiences without the need for glasses. - **Entertainment:** Explore how the entertainment industry can incorporate technology to offer innovative gaming experiences without the use of 3D glasses. - **Technology:** Leverage technological advancements to create 3D gaming solutions that offer compatibility with existing games, revolutionizing the way gamers play. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Headset-Free 3D Gaming Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-spatiallabs-truegame.md) - [Glasses-Free 3D Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-laptop.md) - [Glasses-Free 3D Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/odyssey-3d.md) - [3D Handheld Gaming PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tencent-3d-one.md) - [Retro Goggle-Style Gamer Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-classics-virtual-boy.md) - [3D Display Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uplight-game-console.md) - [Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3d-console.md) - [3D Glasses-Free Gaming Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-odyssey-3d-g90xh.md) - [Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-game-boy-concept.md)