Can you still get 3DS fixed?

Note: Nintendo no longer offer repairs for original Nintendo 3DS systems. However, many issues can be resolved by following the troubleshooting steps on our support site.
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Are 3DS repairs still available?

Click here for information on replacement and upgrade options. Repairs for all other Nintendo 3DS family systems are still available.
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Is it possible to fix a 3DS?

Repairs for all other Nintendo 3DS family systems are still available. Note: Help with audio or video issues, power troubleshooting, error messages and more can be found on our support site. Game Cards and accessories can also be repaired or replaced.
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Are the 3DS servers still up?

3DS and Wii U servers officially die in 2024, but fans have already spent years building their replacements.
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How long does it take to repair a 3DS?

Please allow 15 working days for your repair to be complete. If a repair free of charge is not possible, you will receive a cost estimation via email and the repair will take longer, depending on how much time passes before you reply.
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The eShop is dead! It's time to Mod your 3DS.

How long is a 3DS lifespan?

Nintendo confirmed this week that it has discontinued production on all current models of the 3DS family of portable gaming systems, which ends the platform's life cycle after nine years. The 3DS is going out with a whimper.
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Is Pokemon bank shutting down in 2024?

Nintendo 3DS online services will be discontinued in April 2024. While Pokémon Bank can be used beyond that date, we encourage players to transfer their Pokémon to Pokémon HOME at their earliest convenience.
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What will happen when 3DS servers shut down?

The shutdown will impact online play and functionality that utilizes online communication for both platforms, such as online co-op, internet rankings, and data distribution.
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Can I still play 3DS online?

The platform holder has announced that online services for 3DS and Wii U software will be discontinued on April 8, 2024, at 1 p.m. EDT/4 p.m. PDT. This means that any form of online connectivity for 3DS and Wii U games is going away in six months' time.
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Is modding a 3DS illegal?

It is legal unless you're using it to play pirated games. That means, digital exclusives are lost if you are a law-abiding citizen. If you arr a pirate, that changes.
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Why is my 3DS banned?

Using a hacked 3DS to play cartridge games online can get your Nintendo account banned. This is because hacking your 3DS allows you to access and play games that you haven't legally obtained, which is a violation of the terms of service for online play.
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Will Nintendo repair a modded 3DS?

Nintendo will not repair any product found to be counterfeit or altered (e.g. software modification, hardware modification, tampered with, etc.).
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Will Nintendo still repair DS?

What to do. Nintendo is no longer offering repairs for the Nintendo DS, so if the plastic housing or hinge are cracked, it's time to replace your system.
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Why did the 3DS fail?

The 3DS arrived to a changed gaming environment and suffered because of it. It struggled with an identity crisis - Another reason the 3DS struggled against the smartphone market, was because it never made itself clear, either to consumers, or developers, why, or how it was different from a phone.
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Is the 3DS store shutting down?

As of March 27, 2023 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time, it is no longer possible to make purchases in Nintendo eShop for the Wii U system and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. It is also no longer possible to download free content, including game demos.
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Why did Nintendo abandon 3DS?

The Short Answer to Why Nintendo Discontinued the 3DS

With the Nintendo Switch's launch in 2017, it quickly became a hit, offering both home and on-the-go gaming. This innovation made the 3DS seem less appealing, leading to its discontinuation.
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Why was the Wii U discontinued?

The Wii U, despite being discontinued and phased out, managed to sell just one new console in the U.S. this year. The Wii U faced criticism for its weak launch lineup, limited third-party support, and poor marketing, but still offered unique and enjoyable games that have since been ported to the Switch.
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Is Pokemon bank still active?

Pokémon Bank is no longer supported by Nintendo. You cant transfer mons from one system to another as you could before. Neither can you use it as cloud storage space. Pokémon left in Bank are stored on the DS harddrive and no longer in the cloud as they did before.
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Can you still transfer Pokémon from 3DS to Switch 2024?

Nintendo 3DS online services will be discontinued in April 2024. While Pokémon Bank can be used beyond that date, we encourage players to transfer their Pokémon to Pokémon HOME at their earliest convenience.
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Can you transfer 3DS Pokémon to switch?

On the Nintendo 3DS system (Pokémon Bank)

Press the Y Button, then Yes. Within three minutes (before the Moving Key expires), enter the Moving Key that was displayed on Nintendo Switch. The move will begin when the Moving Key has been correctly entered into Pokémon Bank.
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Does Pokémon Bank still cost money?

If you downloaded the Pokémon Bank app before the end of the eShop then congratulations, you can now start using it completely for free and even move your Pokémon to Pokémon Home and use it on Switch.
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What does the DS stand for?

The DS, an initialism for "Developers' System" or "Dual Screen", introduced distinctive new features to handheld games: two LCD screens working in tandem (the bottom one being a touchscreen), a built-in microphone and support for wireless connectivity.
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Can a 3DS play DS games?

Can I Play Nintendo DSi and Nintendo DS Games on Nintendo 3DS Family Systems? With the exception of a few games which require the use of the AGB slot, all Nintendo DS games are compatible with Nintendo 3DS family systems. However, some specific features or accessories that use the AGB slot are not compatible.
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