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Can DS run Gameboy games?

Original Game Boy Games will work on Game Boy, Game Boy Pocket, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance and Game Boy Advance SP systems. They will not work on the DS, DS Lite, or DSi.
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Can a DS play Game Boy games?

The system 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 and DS Lite systems lack the special processor that is required to play these games.
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How do I put Game Boy games on my DS?

How to Insert a Game Boy Advance Game Pak
  1. Remove the Game Pak Slot Cover from the Game Pak Slot (SLOT-2). ...
  2. 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. ...
  3. Carefully lift up the screen into the open position.
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Can DS 3d play Game Boy games?

No, this is not possible.
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Does the DS emulate GBA games?

Nintendo DS consoles are able to play Game Boy Advance games if you put the cartridge in the bottom slot of the DS. You do not need an emulator to play GBA games on a Nintendo DS.
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What type of DS can play Gameboy 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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Is the DS more powerful than the GBA?

the DS in many ways, was the precursor to the modern indie and smartphone gaming scenes of today. Of course, all the GBA staples like old-school Final Fantasy (and Tactics), Mega Man, Castlevania, and Tony Hawk continued on the DS as well. Overall, I'd say the DS comes out stronger, but the GBA is no slouch either.
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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 3DS natively play GBA?

The Nintendo 3DS actually has all the hardware inside to natively play GBA (GameBoy Advanced) games without using emulation. With CFW (Custom firmware) this means we can package our own GBA and load them on the 3DS, having them play exactly the same as on a real GBA.
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Is the DS discontinued?

The Nintendo DS was succeeded by the Nintendo 3DS in February 2011.
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What was the last DS game?

The last game for the Nintendo DS, Big Hero 6: Battle in the Bay, was released on October 28, 2014.
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Can you put games on a DS?

Make sure that the power is turned OFF on the Nintendo DS. With the game's label side facing down, insert a DS Game Card into the DS Game Card Slot (SLOT-1), and slide it into place until it clicks. Important: Do not force the Game Card into the slot on the Nintendo DS.
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Is the 3DS more powerful than the DS?

Being a more powerful system than the Nintendo DS Lite or the DSi, the Nintendo 3DS drains its battery much more quickly. You'll get three to five hours of gameplay before you need to charge up again (a process that will take, according to Nintendo, about three hours).
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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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Which model of DS is best?

Every DS & 3DS Model From Worst To Best, Ranked
  1. 1 New 3DS XL. The New 3DS XL isn't just the best handheld in the DS line, it's Nintendo's best handheld period.
  2. 2 New 2DS XL. Nintendo released the 2DS and followed it up with the New 3DS not long after. ...
  3. 3 New 3DS. ...
  4. 4 3DS XL. ...
  5. 5 DSi XL. ...
  6. 6 DSi. ...
  7. 7 DS Lite. ...
  8. 8 3DS. ...
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Are fake games illegal?

Pirating any media, whether it be games and movies or comics and manga, is illegal; distributing it and making a profit off it is a major crime. Depending on the game pirated and the extent of distribution, offenders may end up with hundreds of thousands of dollars or jail time.
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Are DS games becoming rare?

Some of the consoles games have made there way to other consoles by the e-Shop or through remakes. Since the DS was so popular though, it would be impossible to see every game readily avalible. In fact, Ds games are becoming somewhat rare, as they are getting harder and harder to fine.
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Can a DS play Japanese games?

Nintendo DS/Nintendo DS Lite game cards

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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What 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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What was the last DS to support GBA?

They will not work on the DS, DS Lite, or DSi. 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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Does 2DS take Gameboy games?

The Nintendo 2DS lacks a Game Boy Advance cartridge slot. However, it will feasibly be able to play Game Boy Advance titles that have been downloaded from the Nintendo 3DS eShop (whenever Nintendo gets around to making GBA games freely available on its digital marketplace).
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Can you play Pokemon Emerald on DS?

Fortunately for Nintendo DS owners, you could transfer Pokémon from any of the Game Boy Advance games into future DS Pokémon RPGs. Pokémon Emerald Version takes Trainers back to the land of Hoenn for an expanded adventure, this time against both Team Magma and Team Aqua!
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