Perfect Nintendo 3DS Crystal Case

I just received this Nintendo 3DS Crystal Hard case again. By “again”, I mean at first I received a Nintendo 3DS case with some issue, then I contacted the website, and they responded quickly and sent me a revised case, which is perfect. It fits the 3DS perfectly with open access to all the controls and ports of the 3DS. A good protection for your console. 

 I got the Nintendo Licensed Executive Nintendo 3DS case 

It looks very 'slick' with a simple stylish fake leather design. But it is not good for those who like to carry all their games around with them, as it can only hold two at one time and one extra stylus. It is just a nice standard subtle looking Nintendo 3DS case, with very little extra bulk that keeps your 3DS safely held.

I've been very pleased with it, and the soft fabric on the inside seems to buff off my fingermarks as well.

The primary issue with the first one I received attached so tightly that there was a little "moisture" underneath the plastic part at the top. The photo I've attached here will help you understand what I mean by "moisture". This might also be a result of the smooth surface of the 3DS. I removed the case once to clean the 3DS and inside of the crystal hard case, but after reattaching the 3DS Crystal Hard case, the “moisture” came out again underneath the plastic part at the top.

After receiving the first Nintendo 3DS case, I contacted with them about the issue, and received a replacement case for free 2 weeks later which is perfect.

One thing that you should notice beforehand is that you can no longer use the Nintendo dock with this case attached to your 3DS.

In a word, the first 3DS Hard case did make me a little disappointed for the issue, but they gave me a quick response and sent me a revised Nintendo 3DS case for free, which really made me very happy. It is unavoidable that some products may not be that perfect when you are making a purchase from some store, but the important thing is that how they solve the problems and make us satisfied. At least this is what I feel about a purchase. 

Kudos to the manufacturer for staying on top of their products. 

First the suedette Nintendo 3DS case. Very classy looking, holds 3 games as well yet fits in a large pocket. Nice for a day's gaming.

For my weekends away I have the Madcatz mini traveler case which holds 20 odd games, power supply, spare styli, plus other random 3DS related cack, yet is deceivingly small.

Both are most excellent Nintendo 3DS cases, well made and offering good protection.

The Cheapest Nintendo 3DS Case I've Ever Seen

This 3DS case is the cheapest one that I've ever seen. Only $4.5!!! It comes with a hard shell to protect the front and back sides of your 3DS. And the zipper (which I thought might break easily) seems to be pretty sturdy and can hold up your 3DS. What I like most is its convenience for use. Your 3DS and three games can easily fit into this case, and there is even a slot for your nintendo 3ds stylus and a pocket behind the three game slots for AR Cards, so everything is there when you want to play. When you close the Nintendo 3DS case, a flap of fabric covers your 3DS so it won’t get scratched easily. The pictures below show you how the case looks like.

One thing you should notice beforehand is that this case WON’T fit the 3ds AC adapter and 3ds charge dock.


As mentioned in some reviews for this product, it's not perfectly snug inside, so if you put the 3DS in and shake the case gently, your 3DS will move around from side to side a little. Actually I am not happy about this, either. But it's not that bad. In my opinion, the case is padded so well inside that I am not worried about this. It's not like you're running down the street with your 3DS in the 3DS case, right? I just need a case to have somewhere to store my 3DS, keep the dust away from it and protect it from the risk of being damaged.

BTW, I carry my 3DS in my backpack to work every day. I was worried that it might get smashed, squished, soaked or dropped. Except for the soaked part, this case can protect your 3DS fully. It is sturdy outside, but soft, smooth and chewy inside, thus your 3DS can perfectly fit into it. The game slots in the cover are fine. There is plenty of room for your games, 3DS screen wipes and other stuff (but not for the power cord). 

My only complaint is that it cannot hold many games. Now I have Pokemon White and other two 3DS games, so if I get one more game, then I'll have to choose one of the previous three and leave it at home.

So, unless you like outdoor activities a lot and will be walking/running with your 3DS often, then this convenient 3ds pouch case might be a good choice for you, if you need, as I do, something just to keep safe your 3DS, games, and accessories while you are not playing.

In a word, I believe it is the cheapest 3DS case that you can find online, and it is good for the price. Only $4.5!!!