Why can't the DS play Game Boy games?

The Nintendo DS and DS Lite systems lack the special processor that is required to play these games. Because of the age of the processor, and the difficulty in adding that processor to an already highly complicated architecture, the processor was not included in the final design of these systems.
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Is there a way to play Game Boy games on DS?

Insert your Game Boy Advance cartridge on the bottom slot of your DS. This is labeled for you next to the slot as Slot-2. Touch, or select the bottom box on your touch screen that says "Start GBA game". If this option does not show up then you must power off the device and remove the cartridge.
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Why can't the 3DS play Game Boy games?

It's All Technical. The short answer is that the Nintendo 3DS' hardware isn't engineered to play Game Boy Advance games. As a result, the few GBA games available to Ambassadors aren't emulated, they're simulated. The Nintendo DS has two CPUs: one for processing 3D graphics and one for processing 2D graphics.
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Do all Nintendo DS play Game Boy games?

The short answer is both yes and no. The original Nintendo DS and the DS Lite have a built-in slot for GameBoy Advance (GBA) games, making them backward compatible. However, they don't support older GameBoy or GameBoy Color games directly.
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Is DS backwards compatible with Game Boy?

Yes, but only the original Nintendo DS and DSLite, there's a cartridge port at the bottom of the console that accepts GBA, GameBoy and GB Color carts. The DSi didn't included a GBA slot but you can still play a few GBA titles on the 3DS by downloading from the Nintendo eShop.
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What happens if you put a Gameboy game in a DS?

While the Nintendo DS is compatible with Game Boy Advance games, it is not able to play Game Boy Color or original Game Boy games. There are two main reasons for this: The Nintendo DS is designed for wireless play and lacks a link cable port.
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Which DS can play Gameboy?

Game Boy Advance Games will work on Game Boy Micro, Game Boy Advance, Game Boy Advance SP, DS, and DS Lite Systems. They will not work on the DSi, DSi XL, or the 3DS.
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Which is better DS or DS Lite?

What Is the Difference between the Nintendo DS and the Nintendo DS Lite? The Nintendo DS Lite offers a smaller, sleeker package with a brighter screen, larger stylus, and a longer-lasting rechargeable battery than the original Nintendo DS. The unique game play features and wireless connectivity remain intact.
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Can I play Game Boy Colour games on DS?

Games for the Game Boy Advance (GBA), which include select Game Boy, Game Boy Color, and Game Boy Advance titles, may be played on the Nintendo DS. Nevertheless, the Nintendo DS cannot be used to play Game Boy and Game Boy Color titles that weren't published on the Game Boy Advance.
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Which Nintendo DS is backwards compatible?

Almost all existing Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi games* can be played on a Nintendo 3DS system – and they look and play just like before!
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Why did they stop making 3DS games?

The Nintendo Switch has largely replaced the 3DS. Since the Switch functions as both home and portable console, it doesn't make sense to develop games on older hardware. As such no more games were being developed for the 3DS.
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Does the DS have GBA hardware?

The first two Nintendo DS models contained a GBA slot for backwards compatibility and therefore also contain the GBA's original ARM7TDMI. The Nintendo DS also used this as an auxiliary processor for various things.
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Why did Nintendo stop making 3DS games?

Nintendo discontinued the New Nintendo 3DS for several reasons: Product Consolidation: Nintendo wanted to simplify its product lineup to focus on the most successful and popular models. By streamlining their offerings, they could allocate more resources to support and promote their core gaming devices.
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Is Pokemon Emerald on DS?

Despite the Nintendo DS system making a splash, Pokémon Emerald Version showed that the Game Boy Advance was still an excellent system. Fortunately for Nintendo DS owners, you could transfer Pokémon from any of the Game Boy Advance games into future DS Pokémon RPGs.
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Are DS games locked?

All Nintendo handheld consoles except both Nintendo DSi models and the Nintendo 3DS are fully region-free. In the case of the former, only the physical and digital games that cannot be played on earlier DS models are region-locked.
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Can I take my Game Boy on a plane?

Here's the official answer from the TSA themselves. Yes, you can. According to the TSA, you are allowed to bring your full-sized gaming consoles and handhelds on the plane as parts of your belongings. The same can be said for handheld ones, as they will be treated similarly to phones or tablets.
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Can the DS play 3DS games?

Can I Play Nintendo 3DS Game Cards on a Nintendo DS/DS Lite/DSi/DSi XL System? No. Nintendo 3DS Game Cards can only be played using a Nintendo 3DS familiy system.
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Do Game Boy games work on 3DS?

3DS or 2DS does not have a cartridge slot for GBA games, although you CAN play DS games on them. You can find a used DS lite for pretty cheap on eBay which is what I did so I can play GBA cartridges. The complete summary: DS Original (often called DS "Phat") and DS Lite had the GBA slot.
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What is Game Boy Pocket?

The Game Boy Pocket is 30% smaller and flatter than the Game Boy and has an improved LCD screen. It is compatible with all available Game Boy games. The Game Boy Pocket has been released in silver/chrome, red, yellow, green, black, transparent and pink.
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What is the lightest DS?

The Nintendo DS Lite is a dual-screen handheld game console developed and manufactured by Nintendo. It is the second iteration of the Nintendo DS and is slimmer, brighter, and more lightweight than the original.
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Which DS game has best graphics?

10 Nintendo DS Games With The Best Graphics
  • 6 Phantastic Graphics - Phantasy Star 0.
  • 7 Beyond The Grave - Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective. ...
  • 8 Customization Galore - Dragon Quest 9: Sentinels Of The Starry Skies. ...
  • 9 That Was On The DS? - Metroid Prime Hunters. ...
  • 10 All Aboard - The Legend Of Zelda: Spirit Tracks. ...
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How long can DS Lite last?

The Nintendo DS Lite has four levels of brightness. The battery will last 15-19 hours on the lowest settings, and 5-8 hours on the brightest. This can also vary depending on the type of game activity.
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Can you play Gameboy games on switch?

With any Nintendo Switch Online membership, access a collection of Game Boy™ games to play anytime, anywhere! Face off against Wario in Super Mario Land™ 2 - 6 Golden Coins™ and thwart an intergalactic menace in Metroid™ II - Return of Samus™ as you revisit (or discover) these classics games.
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What can you do with old DS?

You can resell or trade your device online with someone that may be interested, or you can bring it in to your local game shop to see if you can get store credit for it. Recycle your console instead of throwing it into the trash.
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What happens if you put a new 3DS game in a 3DS?

3DS games are playable on both the 3DS and 3DS XL as well as both the new 3DS and new 3DS XL. You cannot, however, play new 3DS games on the earlier 3DS or 3DS XL but there is only one of those so far.
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