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Can I transfer my data from one 3DS to another?

Your save data and the SD card contents can be transferred via the local wireless function*, via PC or by directly plugging your existing microSD card into the New Nintendo 3DS system. *Please note: as a guide, 4 GB of data takes approximately 2 hours to transfer.
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Can you transfer data from a 3DS to a new 3DS?

From the HOME Menu tap the System Settings Icon and then Open. Tap Other Settings. Tap 3 and then System Transfer. Tap Transfer from a System in the Nintendo 3DS Family.
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Can you transfer 3DS SD card to another 3DS?

Before starting this process, insert the new SD card into the target system where you want to transfer the data. On the source system, go to the Home menu and select the System Settings icon. Select Open > Other Settings > 3 > System Transfer. Select Transfer from Nintendo 3DS.
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How long does it take to transfer the 3DS to a new 3DS?

This process may take up to two hours. Along with your downloaded content and save data, your NNID (if one is being used), friends list, Nintendo eShop balance, and purchase history (including themes) will be transferred to the new system.
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Can I link 2 3DS to the same account?

It is not possible to link the same Nintendo Network account to multiple Wii U or multiple Nintendo 3DS family systems at the same time.
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How many 3DS can I link to My Nintendo account?

Each Nintendo Network ID can be associated to one Wii U console and one Nintendo 3DS family system.
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How many times can you transfer 3DS data?

The number of transfers you have left will be reset to 5 if you delete your Account Activity in Nintendo eShop.
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Can you trade in an old 3DS for a new one?

- Some retailers, such as GameStop have special permissions when letting owners trade in their old 3DS when buying a new one. Many stores let you complete the trade-in offer for credit after the purchase and transfer. Make sure to ask.
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How long does a 3DS usually last?

If you take good care of it, you can make them last 10 years easy enough. Assuming you have an average system and haven't got an unlucky combination of components. My PSP and GBA still both work perfectly. It's dangerous to go alone!
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How many hours does a 3DS last?

The typical battery life for the Nintendo 3DS is between three and five hours if you're playing a Nintendo 3DS game. If you're playing a Nintendo DS game on the 3DS, the battery might last anywhere between five and eight hours.
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What is the biggest SD card for 3DS?

The Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, and Nintendo 2DS systems are compatible with SD cards up to 2 GB in size, and SDHC cards of 4 GB and larger up to 32 GB in size.
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How many blocks is 32GB on 3DS?

How many 3ds games can 32GB hold? A 32GB card is around 250,000 blocks. Definitely over 100, and probably up to around 200 eShop games would fit. As for Zelda being up to 1GB, A Link Between Worlds is 5,437 blocks (680MB) and Ocarina of Time is 3,644 blocks (455MB).
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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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Can you redownload 3DS games on a new 3DS?

On both platforms, users are still able to: Redownload content they own. Download existing software updates.
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What is Faketik 3DS?

faketik is a homebrew application that can generate and install "fake tickets" to make missing titles re-appear on Nintendo 3DS family systems.
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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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Why is the New 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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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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Should you factory reset a 3DS before selling it?

Please ensure that prior to sale, your Nintendo 3DS/2DS console is ready for sale by formatting the system memory of the device. All data, accounts, digital games, and any personal information on the device must be wiped prior to selling the device.
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Does Gamestop still take 3DS games?

We accept trades on select games, accessories, console and handheld hardware for the following gaming platforms: Nintendo 3DS, PlayStation 4, XBOX One, & Nintendo Switch.
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How long do 3DS transfers take?

Your save data and the SD card contents can be transferred via the local wireless function*, via PC or by directly plugging your existing microSD card into the New Nintendo 3DS system. *Please note: as a guide, 4 GB of data takes approximately 2 hours to transfer.
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How long did it take for 3DS to be hacked?

Nintendo 3DS Finally Hacked After 3 Years On The Shelves | TechCrunch.
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How many games can a 3DS SD card hold?

Up to 300 software titles. Up to 180 sound files. Up to 3,000 photos.
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What happens if I unlink My Nintendo account 3DS?

If you created your Nintendo Account with your NNID, you will need to link an additional service (different NNID, Google, or Apple ID) or create a Nintendo Account password before you can remove the link. Once the link is removed, your Mii will no longer be displayed.
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