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Can DS Lite run GBA games?

Like the original DS, the Nintendo DS Lite is compatible with Game Boy Advance Game Paks as well as Nintendo DS game cards. The DS Lite has a DS slot on top and a Game Boy slot on the bottom.
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Can you play GBA games on a DS Lite?

What they cannot play: Original Game Boy or Game Boy Color games.
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Are GBA games region locked on DS Lite?

The Game Boy Advance family is not region-locked.
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Can a US DS Lite play Japanese GBA games?

Yes. The original DS and DS Lite have no region lock, so you can play virtually any DS game on them. The DSi and DSi XL are region locked, however, the only games that they will not be able to plan are DSi enhanced games outside of your console's designated region.
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How do I put GBA games on my DS Lite?

With the label side of the Game Boy Advance Game Pak facing away from the Nintendo DS Lite, insert the Game Pak and press it down until it stops. (Due to the compact size of the system, the top of the Game Pak will stick out of the Nintendo DS Lite.)
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Which DS can run GBA games?

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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Are all DS Lites region free?

Older Nintendo DS and DS Lite software is region-free, so you can play most of that software on a Nintendo DSi and Nintendo DSi XL from any region. It's possible, however, that future Nintendo DS software will incorporate region encoding.
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Does the DS have GBA hardware?

The original DS and the DS Lite have a slot for GBA cartridges. The DSi, 3DS, New 3DS and 3DS/N3DS variants do not. All of them have a built in GBA, since each of them descend technology wise from the GBA.
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Is Pokemon White region locked DS Lite?

First off, if you have a Nintendo DS or DS Lite Console from any region then there is no problem. However, if you have a Non-Japanese DSi / DSi XL console then the title doesn't not work at all on your console. The console simply will say: 'no game cartridge'.”
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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 you play all games on DS Lite?

Since the Nintendo DS Lite plays the same games as the original style Nintendo DS, game prices likewise remain the same.
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What Pokémon games can you play on DS Lite?

  • Noble Pokémon. Alpha Pokémon.
  • Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl.
  • Brilliant Stars. Fusion Strike.
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Can I play Pokémon Leaf Green on DS Lite?

A: Yes, pokemon leaf green will work with all ds models that are game boy advance compatible. Original ds and ds lite models have the gba slot.
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Can you still trade Pokémon on DS Lite?

The DS Pokémon games used to have the ability to connect to the Nintendo Wi-Fi service and use the Global Trade System to trade with anyone in the world. Nintendo has discontinued this service, so the only Pokémon games that can trade over the internet are Generation Vi on the 3DS (click here for instructions).
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Can DS Lite play regular DS?

Like the original DS, the Nintendo DS Lite is compatible with Game Boy Advance Game Paks as well as Nintendo DS game cards. The DS Lite has a DS slot on top and a Game Boy slot on the bottom.
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Can DS Connect for GBA games?

The Nintendo DS and Nintendo DS Lite do not have a port for the Game Boy Advance Link Cable or Game Boy Advance Wireless Adapter. Because of this, there is no way to play multiplayer Game Boy Advance games that require these accessories for multiplayer action.
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Can DS Lite 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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Is the DS more powerful than the GBA?

There's no denying Nintendo's output was stronger on the Game Boy Advance. It had better Zelda, Metroid, Wario and Fire Emblem titles, and Pokemon was as prominent as ever.
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How do I change the region on my DS Lite?

Tap Profile. Tap Region Settings. Select the country and tap OK. Select the region and tap OK to return to the profile menu.
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What DS games are free?

Great games, free demos
  • Miitopia. You can play through the first full chapter in the Miitopia game with an epic free demo. ...
  • Ever Oasis. ...
  • Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon. ...
  • Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World. ...
  • YO-KAI WATCH 2: Bony Spirits and YO-KAI WATCH 2: Fleshy Souls.
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Is GBA region locked?

The Game Boy Advance is independent of TV regions, so the English or Irish version of the Game Boy Advance hardware is compatible with foreign versions of Game Boy Advance software and vice versa.
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How to play GBA roms 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 did the DSI remove the GBA slot?

Consumer demand convinced Nintendo to produce a slimmer handheld with larger screens than the DS Lite. Consequently, Nintendo removed the Game Boy Advance (GBA) cartridge slot to improve portability without sacrificing durability.
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Do GBA games work on 2DS?

The controls are different. Even if you got it to work, the circle pad on the 2DS would be incompatible with the GBA. The screen is different. The games would not play well at all, due to the screen size.
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Can the DS Lite play Pokemon Fire Red?

A: Yes, the DS Lite is compatible with the original style Gameboy cartridges (Original Gameboy and Gameboy Color games) as well as Gameboy Advance games.
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