I usually have a good sense of what's good on Craigslist and what's not, but this is my first buy of a portable console.

It's a gold Zelda ed. 3DS XL, with original packaging and materials, plus Fire Emblem: A and Pokemon X (and the included Zelda ALBW on the SD card). "Near-mint" condition, played for ~30 hours. Total for $225.

What should I check for if I decide to meet the seller beyond button and hinge looseness? Also, are "used" 3DS systems easy/good for factory resetting?

Hope this isn't an improper topic to post - just totally lost with portable console value.

@minorinya: That bundle, new, sells for $220; though, you have to consider that you won't be able to play that Zelda ALBW(as it is tied to your Nintendo account and you won't be able to use it if you factory reset). But you are getting Fire Emblem Awakening and Pokemon X. So, that's some value.

If it's in good condition and you don't mind just having FE: A and Pokemon X, that doesn't seem like a terrible deal. Not the best, but doesn't sound terrible to me. You may be saving $20-$40 off new.

@truthtellah:

I'm into all three games, but not really eager to pay a higher price for just a special edition of the console. The whole account/factory reset is confusing to me, but I think I get it. Bummer. Thanks for the feedback! I think I'll keep looking...

@minorinya: Ah, yeah, the main appeal would be getting that special edition. You can get a new regular 3DS XL for around $180. Good luck on the search!