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Does the DSi XL have a GBA slot?

All currently available software released for Nintendo DS can be played on Nintendo DSi. However, as the Nintendo DSi does not have a Game Boy Advance Game Pak Slot, certain games for Nintendo DS that make use of the GBA Game Pak Slot cannot be played, or some of the games' features cannot be used.
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Why did DSi remove the GBA slot?

Consumer demand convinced Nintendo to produce a slimmer handheld with larger screens than the DS Lite. Consequently, Nintendo removed the Game Boy Advance (GBA) cartridge slot to improve portability without sacrificing durability.
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Does a DSi have a GameBoy port?

Not a single 3DS or DSi has a GBA slot. That line of handheld entertainment (GBA) has been discontinued years ago. Only the original DS and the DS Lite have a slot for a GBA cartridge, in addition to the slot for the DS cartridge (a few games have extra bonuses if you have a certain cartridge in the GBA slot).
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Is there any way to play GBA games on DSi?

Yes, there is a way to play old Game Boy Advance games on your new Nintendo DSi. You just have to download the GBA DSi Emulator. Yes, it is possible to play GameBoy Advance game backups (aka GBA ROMs) on your DSi. You have to use a special DSi flash card adapter though, for MicroSD cards.
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Which DS has GBA slot?

The only models of DS that feature a GBA cartridge slot are the original model released at launch and the DS Lite.
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Can a DS connect to a GBA?

The Nintendo DS and Nintendo DS Lite do not have a port for the Game Boy Advance Link Cable or Game Boy Advance Wireless Adapter. Because of this, there is no way to play multiplayer Game Boy Advance games that require these accessories for multiplayer action.
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How do I put GBA on 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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Why can't DSi play GBA games?

Why there are limitations: There are two main reasons that the Nintendo DS and DS Lite are not compatible with older software: 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.
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Can DSi play 3DS games?

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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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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What did DSi stand for?

(1) (DSi) A handheld game console from Nintendo (the Nintendo DSi). Introduced in 2008, it superseded the Nintendo DS. (2) (Dynamic Systems Initiative) A collection of Microsoft products for managing Windows in large enterprises.
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When did DSi XL come out?

The Nintendo DSi XL in blue, purple, and brown. The handheld console was announced on October 29, 2009 and released in Japan on November 21, 2009, in Europe and UK on March 5, 2010, in North America on March 28, 2010, and in Australia on April 15, 2010.
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How big is the DSi compared to the DSi XL?

The DSi XL will be almost an inch wider than the DSi, a bit thicker, and it will have two 4.25-inch screens (that's an inch larger than the DSi's screens and 93 percent larger than the screens of the older DS Lite ).
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What was the last DSi 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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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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Is GBA discontinued?

Production of the Game Boy Advance, along with its revisions, ceased production in December 2009, and system sales shipping ended on May 15, 2010, ending the classic 21-year Game Boy line.
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What games can a DSi XL play?

The Nintendo DSi XL plays the entire Nintendo DS library, with the exception of games that utilize the Game Boy Advance cartridge slot for necessary accessories. The Nintendo DSi XL uses a Wi-Fi connection for multiplayer sessions and item swapping.
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Can DSi XL play all DS games?

All currently available software released for Nintendo DS can be played on Nintendo DSi. However, as the Nintendo DSi does not have a Game Boy Advance Game Pak Slot, certain games for Nintendo DS that make use of the GBA Game Pak Slot cannot be played, or some of the games' features cannot be used.
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Can DSi XL play 3DS?

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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Can DS Lite play GBA 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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Why are there no GBA games on 3DS?

The short answer is that the Nintendo 3DS' hardware isn't engineered to play Game Boy Advance games. As a result, the few GBA games available to Ambassadors aren't emulated, they're simulated. The Nintendo DS has two CPUs: one for processing 3D graphics and one for processing 2D graphics.
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How to transfer Pokemon from GBA to DSi?

Turn on the Nintendo DS. Select the Nintendo DS Pokémon game you wish to start from the home screen. On the Pokémon main menu, before loading your save file, scroll down, and select Migrate from [GBA Pokémon game].
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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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