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Can DS XL play 3DS games?

Can I play Nintendo 3DS games on my Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
DS, Nintendo DSi
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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or Nintendo DSi XL? No, this is not possible.
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Do 3DS games work on DS XL?

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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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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Can the 2DS XL play 3DS 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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What consoles can you play 3DS games on?

What Nintendo Consoles Are Compatible with 3DS Games?
  • 1 Nintendo 3DS Console: Compatible.
  • 2 Nintendo 3DS XL Console: Compatible.
  • 3 Nintendo 2DS Console: Compatible.
  • 4 Nintendo 2DS XL Console: Compatible.
  • 5 Xbox One Console: Partially Compatible.
  • 6 Nintendo DS, DSi, and DSi XL Consoles: Incompatible.
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Can you put a 3DS game in a Nintendo 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 you play 3DS games on another console?

Digital games are tied to the Nintendo Account that purchased them. All users on a system will be able to play games purchased by any Nintendo Account that has registered the system as their primary console.
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What happens if you put a 3DS game in a 2DS?

Nintendo 2DS can play all Nintendo 3DS games in 2D, and with an amazing catalogue of Nintendo 3DS games that's growing every month, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Nintendo 2DS is backwards compatible, so you also have the entire library of Nintendo DS games to replay or discover!
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Is Nintendo 2DS XL discontinued?

As of 17 September 2020, the New 2DS XL and all other remaining models in the 3DS family have been discontinued by Nintendo.
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Which 3DS 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 a 3DS game fit 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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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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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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Is Nintendo 3DS XL discontinued?

After a nine-year run and more than 75 million units sold, Nintendo has officially killed off the 3DS. Nintendo 3DS XL. Production has now ceased on all 3DS hardware models, including the New Nintendo 3DS and New Nintendo 2DS XL.
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Which Nintendo DS is backwards compatible?

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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Can 2DS XL run DS games?

Play your favourite Nintendo DS games

Almost all existing Nintendo DS and Nintendo DSi games* can be played on a Nintendo 2DS system – and they look and play just like before!
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Why was 3DS discontinued?

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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Why 2DS XL is better than 3DS XL?

The New Nintendo 2DS XL is a couple of ounces lighter than the New Nintendo 3DS XL, making it slightly less of a burden to carry around in your pocket. Along with the decreased weight, it's also slightly smaller in height.
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Can I still buy Nintendo 3DS?

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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Is A 2DS better than a 3DS?

There is a benefit to the flat construction of the 2DS other than keeping costs down. It makes the handheld console much less easy to destroy – the hinge of the 3DS and 3DS XL is an obvious point where they could fail. That's not to say that the 2DS is better constructed than its more expensive brothers, though.
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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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Why do 3DS games have a tab?

Unlike the DS Game Cards, the 3DS Game Cards have a small tab on the top of the right side, which prevent them from being put into older DS systems. Although if one were to remove the tab, the system will not be able to detect it regardless.
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Can you hook up 3DS to TV?

No, Nintendo 3DS family systems do not have the ability to connect to a television.
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Do 3DS games stay on SD card?

Do Nintendo 3DS Games Save to the SD Card/microSD Card/System Memory? No. While some Game Cards do save SpotPass and StreetPass information to the SD card or system memory, game progress (levels completed, items collected, etc.) is saved to the Nintendo 3DS Game Card.
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Can I download games for 3DS XL?

Yes, this is possible through Nintendo eShop. For more information about Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS, click here.
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