Andre Yoskowitz
25 Mar 2011 0:02
Eurogamer has reported today that the upcoming Nintendo 3DS has an estimated component cost of just £62.
The device will sell in Europe for over £200 including VAT.
It is important to note that while the components cost £62, that does not include R&D or shipping costs.
Nintendo admitted during its last financial earnings report that the handheld will sell at a profit right out of the gate just like its Wii did. Sony and Microsoft sold their home consoles for under cost for many years, making money solely off accessories and software.
The 3DS has launched in Japan and will hit the States next week at $250. The European launch is coming soon after.