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Why is the hinge on the 3DS loose?

Updated: 12/12/2022
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By design, the 3DS' hinge should be slightly loose. This is to prevent the hinge from breaking if the system is dropped or shaken violently. (A tight hinge would break easier.)

The hinge shouldn't be so loose that the top screen comes out of its locked position under normal use. If this happens the system should be sent to Nintendo for repair.

As well, the left side of the hinge will be slightly more loose than the right. This is because extra space was needed for wiring that travels through the hinge between the top and bottom halves.

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