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Do you need a SD card for 3DS?

An SD Memory Card is required to store downloaded games, applications, and other media.
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Can you use a 3DS without a SD card?

The Nintendo eShop can still be accessed without an SD Card except for the following features: SpotPass Notifications. Purchasing/Downloading Virtual Console titles. Purchasing/Downloading Nintendo 3DS software.
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Does a 3DS come with an SD card?

Information. The system comes with an SDHC card inserted into the SD card slot (microSDHC card for the New Nintendo 3DS family systems). With SD cards you will be able to save photos you have taken with the system or play music saved to the SD card.
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Do you need an SD card to play Pokemon Moon 3DS?

If you want to upgrade your system's storage prior to the launch of Pokémon Sun and Moon, keep in mind that new Nintendo 3DS XL platforms require microSD cards, while original Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, and Nintendo 2DS systems accept standard SD and SDHC cards.
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Can you use a 3DS XL without an SD card?

So I tried playing on the blue 3ds and it turns out you can play it without an sd card but you won't be able to save anything at all in the game. Here's a short answer if you chose not to read it all: you can play without an sd card, you just won't be able to save at all.
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How to Use SD Cards Over 32GB on Nintendo 3DS

Can you just put a new SD card in 3DS?

If you're low on space, you can replace the SD Card that came with your 2DS, 3DS, 3DS XL, New 3DS or New 3DS XL with another.
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Does 3DS have internal storage?

The system includes 2 GB of eMMC flash memory manufactured by either Toshiba or Samsung. The system's memory can be expanded via an SD memory card slot, which supports SD and SDHC memory cards. All the Nintendo 3DS systems come packaged with a 2 GB SD card while Nintendo 3DS XL systems include a 4 GB SDHC card.
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Do physical 3DS games take up storage?

This isn't like a computer where you download stuff: all the memory is stored within the cartridge rather than the 3DS itself (speaking about the game memory). Updates may/will be downloaded onto the 3DS itself though. Game updates may need to be downloaded to the 3ds memory.
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What SD card do I need to mod 3DS?

What size SD card can I use? You will need at least 1.5GB of free SD card space to follow this guide in its entirety. While the 3DS is officially compatible with SD cards up to 32GB, larger SD cards can be used if they are manually re-formatted as FAT32.
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Does Pokémon need a SD card?

To enjoy the full game, however, downloading additional data is required. Depending on the storage requirements for each game, it may be necessary to purchase a microSD card to expand storage space.
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How many games can a 3ds hold?

We've all experienced the irksome problem of running out of storage space on our 3DS consoles, but it would appear that even the most spacious SD card in the world won't help overcome this issue totally — the hardware seems to have a maximum ceiling of 300 applications.
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Can you use a DS without an SD card?

So I tried playing on the blue 3ds and it turns out you can play it without an sd card but you won't be able to save anything at all in the game. Here's a short answer if you chose not to read it all: you can play without an sd card, you just won't be able to save at all.
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Can you download games onto a 3DS?

Yes, this is possible through Nintendo eShop. For more information about Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS, click here.
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Why does my 3DS say the SD card couldn't be recognized?

Try another SD Card or try the SD Card in another Nintendo 3DS family system. If another SD Card works or the SD Card does not work in another system, the SD Card should be replaced. If another SD Card does not work or the SD Card works in another system, the system and SD Card should be sent in for repair.
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What does jailbreaking a 3DS do?

Hacking your 3DS (also known as Homebrew) has many advantages. Homebrew allows you to install 3DS game, DLC backups and Virtual Console games to your SD card and play cartridge free. You can also play Nintendo DS roms, import save files, and use cheats.
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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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How many 3DS games can 32GB hold?

How many 3DS games can a 32 GB SD card 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 64GB too much for 3DS?

Quite a lot of computer savvy have tested a 64GB memory card on 3DS; it works fine.
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Do 3DS games expire?

PSA: Yes, Your DS And 3DS Cartridges Will Eventually Deteriorate, But Don't Panic. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device.
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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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Why was the 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 much storage do I need for my 3DS?

Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL and Nintendo 2DS systems work with SD Cards up to 2 GB in memory, and SDHC cards from 4 GB to 32 GB. You can use the SD Card included with your Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL or Nintendo 2DS system, or the following Nintendo-authorised SDHC Cards: 8 GB [RVL-037] or 16 GB [RVL-038].
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Does 3DS save data on cartridge or 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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How do I add money to my 3DS?

Complete these steps
  1. Visit the Nintendo Account website.
  2. Sign in to your Nintendo Account.
  3. Click Shop menu.
  4. In the "Nintendo Account balance" section, click Add Funds.
  5. Re-enter your password and click OK to proceed.
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