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Can 3DS XL run DS games?

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
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The Nintendo DSi is a dual-screen handheld game console released by Nintendo. The console launched in Japan on November 1, 2008, and worldwide beginning in April 2009. It is the third iteration of the Nintendo DS, and its primary market rival is Sony's PlayStation Portable (PSP).
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games bought outside the PAL region may not be playable on a Nintendo 3DS from the PAL region.
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Does a Nintendo 3DS game can be play in a 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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Do DS games run better on 3DS?

You can play DS games on the Nintendo 3DS. No problem there. But did you know they take a lot… In fact, performance was indistinguishable from the DS Lite to the 3DS; the time it took to load a save-file differed, on average, by only a tenth of a second!
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Is 3DS backwards compatible with DS?

Nintendo 3DS family systems can play most software released for Nintendo DS, so if your child previously owned a Nintendo DS family system, they can continue to enjoy the games they already own.
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Are 3DS XL 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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How do DS games look on the New 3DS XL?

Are 3DS cartridges region locked?

Similar to the newer Nintendo 3DS XL, the Nintendo 3DS is region locked. That means that the geographical region in which you buy your Nintendo 3DS is also the region in which you should buy your games.
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Can 3DS XL play GBA games?

No, this is not possible.
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Which DS has the biggest screen?

Nintendo 3DS XL offers screens that are around 90% bigger than those of Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo 2DS, so you can enjoy all your favourite games on the big screen!
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Can 2DS XL play DS games?

New Nintendo 2DS XL plays all existing Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo DS games* in 2D, including New Nintendo 3DS titles such as Super Nintendo Virtual Console games. Enjoy improved performance that allows for faster download speeds and software loading times.
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How long do 3DS cartridges last?

How long, though? Only time will ultimately tell, and guesswork based on cycle-data can give you estimates from 20-50 years, potentially longer. But the key point is that it is a lifecycle; just like retro game media, it'll eventually stop working.
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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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Is it worth keeping 3DS?

If you've never had a 3DS before, you may be wondering if it's worth getting one. I say it absolutely is worth it. With a large range of games (made even larger by its backward compatibility with the DS system's titles), there is no better time to grab one than right now.
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Are 3DS games still being made?

UPDATE 7/19/22: Nintendo confirms that both the Wii U and 3DS eShops will close on March 27, 2023.
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Is there a Nintendo 4DS?

The Nintendo 4DS has the design of a regular Nintendo 3DS but with a wider screen that measures 3 1/2 in., close to the length of the Nintendo 3DS's screen. It has a left control stick and a right control stick that can be used with not only Nintendo 4DS games, but also Nintendo 3DS and DS games.
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What happens if you put a 3DS game in a DS?

Nothing. You can not physically put a 3ds game into a DS system. 3ds games have a small tab of plastic that does not allow it to go into a DS system.
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What is the rarest type of DS?

7 McDonald's Edition Nintendo DSi ($499)

This is by far the most unusual limited edition Nintendo DS console and one that not many people remember. It's a really rare one that it's not easy to find and although it's far from the most expensive console out there, it's definitely the most unique one.
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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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Why can't the DS play GameBoy games?

There are two main reasons for this: The Nintendo DS is designed for wireless play and lacks a link cable port. Because older games aren't designed to use the wireless features, they can't communicate for multiplayer games. The Nintendo DS lacks the special processor that is required to play these games.
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Does the 3DS XL have a GameBoy slot?

Almost all DS games will work on 3DS, major exception being games that require a GBA slot accessory on the DS/DSlite (like Guitar Heroes) because the 3DS does not have a GBA slot.
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Can a hacked 3DS still play cartridges?

Will I lose any features if I install CFW? No. Devices with custom firmware can still play online and run physical cartridges as any other 3DS can.
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What can get your 3DS banned?

You can, but if you're careful you won't.
  • Don't play unreleased games online.
  • Don't play out of region games online. I personally have not gotten banned for this, but Nintendo can probably detect it.
  • Don't use flashcarts. ...
  • Keep your Wi-Fi off when not in use. ...
  • Turn off all sharing data w.
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Is the 3DS eShop still open?

The Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems and the Wii U system will no longer be available as of March 27, 2023. Once the shop closes, you won't be able to purchase digital games (including a variety of past Pokémon titles) for those systems.
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