Can you download games on the 3DS?

Important. As of 5:00 PM Pacific Time on Monday, March 27, 2023, it is no longer possible to purchase software or DLC in the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS. However, for the foreseeable future, it is still possible to redownload games and DLC that were purchased previously.
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Can you download DS games on a 3DS?

Yes, you will be able to play most Nintendo DS games on your Nintendo 3DS. Exceptions are games that use the GBA Slot. Note that some Nintendo DSi games bought outside the PAL region may not be playable on a Nintendo 3DS from the PAL region.
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Can you download games on SD card for 3DS?

Downloaded Nintendo 3DS download software and Virtual Console titles will be saved on your SD Card, while downloaded Nintendo DSiWare will be saved on the System Memory. Only Nintendo DSiWare can be moved to an SD Card and back, but it's not possible to launch a Nintendo DSiWare title from the SD Card itself.
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Does the 3DS have a game store?

FAQ from Nintendo. The Nintendo 3DS and Wii U eShops have been permanently closed. You can no longer purchase new games or DLC from the eShops. You can still download games and DLC from the eShops that you have previously purchased, and download updates for games.
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Can you buy games digitally on 3DS?

Twelve Years after the doors of the 3DS and Wii U eShop opened, they are sadly closing for good. Nintendo has announced that on March 27th, 2023, it will no longer be possible to purchase games digitally from that generation of consoles.
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How do I download digital games to my 3DS?

Complete these steps
  1. Select Download Play from the HOME Menu and tap Open.
  2. Tap Nintendo 3DS or Nintendo DS depending on type of software to be received.
  3. Tap the title to be received from the list of available titles.
  4. For information on how to play the game or feature you are downloading, refer to the software manual.
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How do I download games to my new 3DS?

From the HOME Menu, select the Nintendo eShop icon to open the Nintendo eShop. From the Nintendo eShop main menu, scroll left and select Settings / Other. Scroll down and select Redownloadable Software. The downloadable game that is included with the system will be displayed on the screen.
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Does the 3DS come with any games?

The basic Nintendo 3DS and 3DS XL models are not packed with a game, though they do come installed with software and mini-games like Face Raiders. However, several specialty system-and-game Nintendo 3DS and 3DS XL bundles do ship with a game.
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How many games does the 3DS have?

There are 1621 games on this list.
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How many 3DS games are digital only?

In total, around 2,000 games are available on the 3DS and Wii U eShop stores in the west, including: Around 450 digital-only Wii U games. Around 600 digital-only 3DS games.
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Where are 3DS games installed?

Pre-installed games are stored on the SDHC Card or microSDHC Card included with the system.
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Can 3DS use any SD card?

The New Nintendo 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS XL, and New Nintendo 2DS XL are compatible with microSD cards up to 2 GB in size, and microSDHC cards of 4 GB and larger up to 32 GB in size. All other SD Card types are not considered compatible. SDXC and microSDXC cards are not considered compatible.
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Why do 3DS games need an SD card?

It saves to the cartridge. The 3DS doesn't have enough internal flash memory to store a bunch of save files.
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How do I transfer games from DS to 3DS?

On the Nintendo DSi/DSi XL

Tap either Full Transfer or Custom Transfer. Tapping Full Transfer will transfer the Wi-Fi Configuration Data, Photos and Recordings, and any purchased Nintendo DSiWare. Tapping Custom Transfer will allow you to select what you want to transfer to the Nintendo 3DS family system.
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What can you do with a modded 3DS?

Popular uses for custom firmware include:
  • Running homebrew software and games made for or ported to the Nintendo 3DS.
  • Bypassing the region lock, allowing you to play games from other regions.
  • HOME Menu customization, using community-created themes and badges.
  • Modification of games (“ROM hacks”) through LayeredFS.
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Do all 3DS games work on DS?

Can I play Nintendo 3DS games on my Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi or Nintendo DSi XL? No, this is not possible.
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What does 3DS stand for?

The DS stands for "dual screens". Now that we have the 3D effect, they threw in the "3" so that it has "3D" in the name, putting emphasize on the 3D effects. It's implied that it means "three dimensional dual-screens", or "three dimensional screens", or "3D version of the DS".
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How many GB is every 3DS game?

3DS games go up to 4 GB in size. Many RPG and rhythm games are over 1 GB. There are way more than 18 games above 1 GB. There is a database site that gives the size of every 3DS game released, and the average of the entire list comes to around 1 GB.
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How long do 3DS games last?

It depends on how well the cartridge is maintained. If you keep it in a clean, dry environment at non-extreme temperatures, with no bugs crawling all over it, your DS or 3DS game could last much longer than 20 years.
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Do they still sell 3DS?

3DS family hardware was officially discontinued on September 16, 2020. The Nintendo eShop for the 3DS officially shut down on March 27, 2023.
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Are 3DS region locked?

Yes, the Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, Nintendo 2DS, New Nintendo 3DS, New Nintendo 3DS XL, and New Nintendo 2DS XL systems are region locked. Region locking enables Nintendo to include parental controls and more efficiently deliver region-specific system and menu updates to users.
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What devices can play 3DS games?

What Nintendo Consoles Are Compatible with 3DS Games?
  • 1 Nintendo 3DS Console: Compatible.
  • 2 Nintendo 3DS XL Console: Compatible.
  • 3 Nintendo 2DS Console: Compatible.
  • 4 Nintendo 2DS XL Console: Compatible.
  • 5 Xbox One Console: Partially Compatible.
  • 6 Nintendo DS, DSi, and DSi XL Consoles: Incompatible.
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Why did they stop making 3DS?

Focus on the Nintendo Switch: The Nintendo Switch, a hybrid console that can be used both as a handheld and a home console, became a major focus for Nintendo. The success of the Switch may have influenced their decision to discontinue the New Nintendo 3DS and shift resources toward supporting the Switch platform.
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Can you play 3DS games on Android?

There were a ton of great games for the 3DS that you can play on Android. Nintendo 3DS is an excellent console. It houses some undisputed classics like Mario Kart 7, several Pokemon games, The World Ends With You, Bravely Default, the very underrated Etrian Odyssey series, and more.
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Can you still mod a 3DS?

Yes, you can still install custom firmware on your 3DS, even after the closure of eShop.
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