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Can 3DS games be played on Switch?

No. Nintendo 3DS and Wii U games purchased through Nintendo eShop do not carry over to Nintendo Switch. The Nintendo Switch is an all-new way to play, and does not include backwards compatibility with digital or physical games designed for other systems.
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Can I play 3DS games on other consoles?

None of the old DS devices are compatible with 3DS games.

If you have DS games, you can play them on a 2DS and 3DS console. If you're buying a console, go with a 2DS or 3DS if you want to play both DS and 3DS games.
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How do I connect my 3DS to my Switch?

Complete these steps
  1. Select your user icon on the Nintendo Switch Home menu.
  2. Highlight Friend Suggestions, and then use the L/R Buttons to highlight the picture of the Wii U or Nintendo 3DS systems. ...
  3. Enter your Nintendo Account password when prompted, then OK.
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What are Nintendo 3DS games compatible with?

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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Do Nintendo Switch game cards work on 3DS?

Prepaid Nintendo eShop Cards can be redeemed in the Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch systems. As of August 29, 2022, it is no longer possible to use a Nintendo eShop Card to add funds to an account in Nintendo eShop on Wii U or the Nintendo 3DS family of systems.
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How to put 3DS games on Nintendo Switch!

How do I transfer Pokemon games from 3DS to Switch?

On the Nintendo 3DS system (Pokémon Bank)

Select the Boxes you want to move to Pokémon HOME. Press the Y Button, then Yes. Within three minutes (before the Moving Key expires), enter the Moving Key that was displayed on the Nintendo Switch console.
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Does Nintendo still make 3DS?

3DS family hardware was officially discontinued on September 16, 2020. Nintendo Network services remain active in most regions; the Nintendo eShop officially shut down on March 27, 2023. The option to add credits for the 3DS has been removed as of late August 2022.
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When was the last 3DS game made?

1 Soccer Shootout - New Nintendo 3DS, 2021

The last game to be exclusive to the New Nintendo 3DS released much more recently than players may expect. As of writing, Soccer Shootout is the final game to be released for the console on October 28, 2021.
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How many 3DS games exist?

According to Nintendo's eShop data, there are around 1,330 3DS digital titles available to buy in Japan, around 1,070 in Europe and around 1,100 in North America. This includes Virtual Console titles and retail titles with digital versions.
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What cards are compatible with 3DS?

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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Can you play Mario Kart 3DS to Switch?

No, this one is for the DS and the cartridges are different so it is not comparable with the switch. If you're looking for a Mario kart game for the switch, get Mario Kart 8. It is a great game and plays with up to 4 people. Sorry, there was a problem.
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How do I connect my 3DS to the eShop?

How to Link to Your Shop Account
  1. Go to the Nintendo eShop by tapping the Nintendo eShop application from the HOME Menu. Scroll all the way to the left and tap the "Settings/Other" button.
  2. From here, scroll down to the "Club Nintendo Account" button and tap it.
  3. Enter your Club Nintendo username and password in the forms.
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Can 3DS and Switch be friends?

Whether you're using a Nintendo Switch, 3DS, or Wii U, your Nintendo Network ID is how you connect to all of your friends online. As long as you are using the same NNID on the Switch you used on the 3DS and Wii U, most of the heavy lifting for combining your Friends Lists is already done.
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Can Nintendo Switch play DS and 3DS games?

But unlike previous Nintendo consoles, DS and 3DS games are not compatible with Nintendo Switch. Due to obvious business reasons, their cartridges are different sizes so they can't be plugged into Switch consoles.
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Can you play old Pokemon games on switch?

No, you cannot play original Pokemon games on the Nintendo Switch. These games were not released for the Switch and are not compatible with the console. However, there are other options available for playing these classic Pokemon games, such as using emulation software or playing remastered versions on other platforms.
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Can you put 3DS games on TV?

No, Nintendo 3DS family systems do not have the ability to connect to a television.
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Why was 3DS cancelled?

Despite all the bells and whistles, the 3DS did not start well. A high asking price for the time of over £200, coupled with a lacklustre list of initial games, hurt sales. The fact that the key feature of 3D had to be tried in person was another obstacle.
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What is the most bought 3DS game?

This is the list of the best-selling games for the Nintendo 3DS systems that have sold over 1 million copies worldwide, as of March 31, 2022. Mario Kart 7 is the system's best-selling game with 18.92 million copies sold.
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When did 3DS shut down?

Nintendo's Wii U and 3DS eShops shut down today

Nintendo's Wii U and 3DS digital storefronts are shutting down today, March 27th, 2023 at 8PM ET.
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Is Nintendo 3DS going away in 2023?

Sadly, the Virtual Consoles — which housed more than 530 classic games, available to purchase and download — will be no more after March 2023.
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Do 3DS games expire?

PSA: Yes, Your DS And 3DS Cartridges Will Eventually Deteriorate, But Don't Panic. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device.
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What was the last 3DS Pokemon?

Ultra Sun and Moon Are the Last 3DS Pokemon Games.
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What does 3DS stand for?

The term 3DS stands for 3 Domain Server.
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Can you still buy 3DS games on Nintendo website?

With the both the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS eShop closing officially on the 27th of March 2023, players will no longer be able to purchase digital games for their 3DS or Wii U.
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