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Can you use Wi-Fi on DS games on 3DS?

Nintendo DS Game Cards are only compatible with WEP security, and are not compatible with WPA security. So while you can enjoy other online features of Nintendo 3DS with WPA security, you cannot play Nintendo DS games online with any system if your network is secured with WPA.
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How do I connect my 3DS to WiFi for DS games?

  1. On the main Nintendo 3DS screen, tap the Settings icon.
  2. Once the Settings screen loads, tap the Internet Settings option.
  3. Tap Connection Settings.
  4. You should see a list of connections. ...
  5. When the following prompt appears, tap the Manual Setup option.
  6. Tap Search for Access Point.
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How do I connect my old DS games to WiFi?

To connect a Nintendo DS to your wireless home network:
  1. Insert a wireless compatible game into your Nintendo DS and turn the unit on.
  2. Navigate to the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Settings screen. ...
  3. Select Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Settings.
  4. Select an available connection. ...
  5. Select Search for an Access Point.
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Does WiFi work on DS?

The Nintendo DS has an 802.11 wireless adapter built in allowing the DS to access the service via a compatible wireless network. Support for 802.11b clients must be offered by an access point for a DS to be able to connect to it.
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Can a DS connect to a hotspot?

The Access Point has a blue, unlocked icon:

If the Access Point has a blue, unlocked icon, tap the Access Point name, and then 'OK. ' The Nintendo DS will then establish a connection with your router. Return to the main screen of your game and you're ready to play online. It's that easy!
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How to Make Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Work on DS/DSi/3DS 2022

Why can't i connect 3DS to WiFi?

Here are some of the most common fixes when it comes to Nintendo 3DS connectivity: Get closer to the WiFi hotspot – your 3DS may not be getting enough signal to connect. Double check the hotspot password you may want to delete the connection information for your current WiFi connection and reenter it.
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Is the 3DS internet still up?

Nintendo shuts down yet another 3DS and Wii U online feature as both consoles move closer to the end of their product lifecycles.
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What does wireless do on 3DS?

Wireless Communication

This feature can be used by different games and applications to share data between users, such as sharing photos with the Nintendo 3DS Camera application, or to play multiplayer games over a local wireless connection.
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When was DS WiFi discontinued?

The Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service, which provides certain online functionality for many Wii, Nintendo DS, and Nintendo DSi software titles, was discontinued on May 20, 2014. This service change does not impact the ability to play these titles offline.
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Is Nintendo DS still online?

No. The Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service, which provides most online functionality for Nintendo DS and Nintendo DS Lite software titles, was discontinued.
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Can you still redownload DS games?

As of 5:00 PM Pacific Time on Monday, March 27, 2023, it is no longer possible to purchase software or DLC in the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS. However, for the foreseeable future, it is still possible to redownload games and DLC that were purchased previously.
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Can I still play 3DS games online?

Good news: Online play will also still be available "for the foreseeable future" for any titles you already own, past March 2023.
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Why wont my DS games work on my 3DS?

Your 3DS cannot access features or use accessories that accessed the Game Boy Advance game slot on the Nintendo DS (slot 2). DS games are not compatible with SpotPass or StreetPass. A few DS games required the use of the AGB slot. Those games are not compatible with the 3DS.
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How do I transfer DS games to my 3DS?

On the Nintendo 3DS family system
  1. Select the System Settings icon from the HOME Menu and tap Open.
  2. Tap Other Settings and then tap System Transfer.
  3. After the system connects online, tap Transfer from Nintendo DSi and then Next.
  4. Then tap Receive from Nintendo DSi.
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How do I enable wireless on my 3ds?

For Nintendo 2DS and New Nintendo 3DS family systems

Select the HOME Menu Settings icon in the upper left corner of the bottom screen. Scroll down to Wireless Communication. Tap On.
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Does 3ds allow Bluetooth?

Unless they are developing a new one with the capabilities, the current 3ds and new 3ds do not have bluetooth.
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Will 3DS still work in 2023?

As of March 27, 2023 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time, it is no longer possible to make purchases in Nintendo eShop for the Wii U system and the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. It is also no longer possible to download free content, including game demos.
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Is 3DS outdated?

Nintendo announced it was discontinuing production of the console in 2020, and the e-Shops for Wii U and 3DS will shut down in 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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How do you go online on 3DS?

Complete these steps
  1. From the HOME menu, tap on the System Settings icon. ...
  2. Tap Internet Settings. ...
  3. Tap Connection Settings. ...
  4. Tap the New Connection option. ...
  5. Tap Manual Setup when the prompt asks if you would like help with the Internet connection setup. ...
  6. Tap Search for an Access Point.
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How do I get my DS WIFI to work?

How to connect your Nintendo DS™ or Nintendo DSi™ to the wireless network
  1. Launch a Nintendo® Wi-Fi compatible game. ...
  2. On the next screen, tap Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Settings.
  3. Tap any of the empty connections.
  4. Tap Search for an Access Point.
  5. Tap on your router's wireless network name (SSID).
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Can a DS go through airport security?

Use of the Nintendo DS may be allowed in planes when wireless data transfer is not used or is switched off. An active wireless communication is shown by rapid flashing of the usage light on the DS.
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