It is estimated that nearly 70 million units have been sold so far, it was even considered to be the best mobile gaming device until the Nintendo Switch launched and took the title. Since its launch, 3DS has immediately received positive reviews from critics and gamers around the world. It was first released in Japan on February 26, 2011, and in Europe and North America just a month later. Nintendo 3DS (abbreviated 3DS) is a handheld game console developed and manufactured by Nintendo.