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Nintendo didn't find any spare time to mention it on stage during the [3DS](http://www.engadget.com/tag/3ds) press conference tonight, but it really is shipping that [odd-looking circle pad add-on](http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/07/is-this-nintendos-3ds-joystick-add-on/). The "extended slide pad" is up on the gaming company's Japanese home page right now, with a shipping date of December 10th and a price of ¥1500 ($19.50). There's also a list of supported games available, including *Monster Hunter Tri G, BioHazard Revelations, Snake Eater 3D* and more. It's powered by a single AAA battery, which our country cousins at *Joystiq* note probably indicates you won't be getting any extra playtime added to your 3DS by slapping this "boat" on the bottom. Check the source link below for the official info -- we'll keep our eyes peeled in Tokyo for North American release info and of course, the color matched [Misty Pink](http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/12/nintendo-launching-pink-3ds-handheld-on-october-20th/) edition you're already looking for.
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