Nintendo could be launching its 3D-enabled handheld gaming console by October this year. It was earlier anticipated that the device will be launched by Christmas this year. The company had earlier announced that it will launch the gaming console in March 2011.

The information was revealed by the popular UK gaming site CVG. It has been confirmed by various gaming title publishers. The unique feature of this console will be its 3D-style display. A player would not need to wear 3D glasses to operate this console.

The gaming console will be unveiled at the upcoming Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles in June this year. There is a lot of speculation about the looks and pricing of the console. Many gaming experts were surprised after Nintendo’s plans to advance the launch date of the new console.

According to various people from the gaming arena, it will give Nintendo a head start in the market and also keep the product at the center of people’s attention.