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How do I delete digital games from my 3DS?

Complete these steps
  1. From the HOME Menu tap the System Settings icon, then Open.
  2. Tap Data Management.
  3. Tap Nintendo 3DS. ...
  4. Select the data you would like to delete, then select Delete.
  5. Tap Delete Software and Save Data or Create Save-Data Backup and Delete Software. ...
  6. Tap Delete again to confirm.
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How do I delete eShop from my 3DS?

What to do
  1. Select the Nintendo eShop icon on the system's HOME menu.
  2. Scroll left and select Settings/Other.
  3. Scroll down and select Delete Account.
  4. Select Delete, then select Enter Serial Number.
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Where are digital games stored on 3DS?

Nintendo 3DS family-specific content (Nintendo 3DS downloadable software, applications, and videos) must be downloaded to the SD card. This content cannot be moved to the System Memory. Nintendo DSiWare downloads to the System Memory, but can be moved to an SD card for storage.
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Can you delete eShop games?

It's not possible to delete individual games from the Nintendo eShop account.
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Can you delete and redownload 3DS games?

Once deleted, Nintendo eShop purchases can be redownloaded at no cost. Downloaded items appear as a gift on the HOME Menu. Once they have fully downloaded, you can tap them to access the software.
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Can I redownload games after 3DS eShop closes?

UPDATE 7/19/22: Nintendo confirms that both the Wii U and 3DS eShops will close on March 27, 2023. After that date it will still be possible to redownload purchased content (games, DLC), get software updates, and play online "for the foreseeable future."
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Does factory reset 3DS delete games?

Restoring the console to factory settings

All of the data stored in the console's system memory will be deleted, including software data, save data, screenshots and user information.
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Can you Uninstall digital games?

Uninstall from your device

Sign in to your Microsoft account on your Windows 10/11 device. Select the Search icon on the taskbar, type settings, and then select Settings. Select Apps > Apps & features. On Windows 10, Choose the game you want to uninstall from the list and then select Uninstall two times.
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What happens to 3DS eShop games?

After March 2023, you will not be able to purchase in-game content, including: Anything from Nintendo Badge Arcade. The StreetPass Mii Plaza DLC games. Any themes from the 3DS theme shop.
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How do I delete downloaded games?

Delete an app or game

. Under "Device," select Apps. Under "Downloaded apps," choose the app you want to delete. Select Uninstall.
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Is the 3DS eShop still active?

As of August 29, 2022, it is no longer possible to use a Nintendo eShop Card to add funds to an account in Nintendo eShop on Wii U or the Nintendo 3DS family of systems.
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Do digital games stay on 3DS?

Where are 3DS digital games stored? Nintendo 3DS family-specific content (Nintendo 3DS downloadable software, applications, and videos) must be downloaded to the SD card. This content cannot be moved to the System Memory. Nintendo DSiWare downloads to the System Memory, but can be moved to an SD card for storage.
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How do I delete 3DS games from my SD card?

Tap Delete again to confirm.
  1. From the HOME Menu tap the System Settings icon, then Open.
  2. Tap Data Management.
  3. Tap DSiWare. Tap System Memory to delete data saved to the system memory. Or tap SD Card to delete data saved to the SD Card.
  4. Select the data you would like to delete.
  5. Tap Delete.
  6. Tap Delete again to confirm.
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Why is Nintendo removing 3DS eShop?

Officially, Nintendo's FAQ on the eShop closures says “this is part of the natural life cycle for any product line as it becomes less used by consumers over time.” The answer doesn't get into specifics and might confuse those still playing games on the system or fans of games only available on Wii U or 3DS.
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How do I delete downloads from Nintendo eShop?

Complete these steps
  1. Press the HOME Button to launch the HOME Menu.
  2. Tap the Download Management icon on the right to view the Download Management screen. ...
  3. Select the download you wish to cancel or delete.
  4. Select Delete.
  5. When asked if you would like to cancel the download, select Delete.
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Do 3DS eShop games save on SD card?

Note that save data for titles downloaded through the Nintendo eShop (not played on a game card) is saved to the system memory.
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How do I move games from eShop to SD card on 3DS?

Complete these steps
  1. Insert the SD card into the system and turn the system on.
  2. Select the System Settings icon from the HOME Menu, and tap Open.
  3. Select Data Management.
  4. Tap the Nintendo 3DS Button, and then select Software or Extra Data.
  5. Tap the data that will be moved to the SD card.
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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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Does factory reset delete digital games?

All user data, including accounts, saved games, settings, home Xbox associations, and all games and apps will be deleted. Use this option when selling or gifting the console, or as a last resort in some troubleshooting cases.
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Can you keep digital games forever?

Don't want to pack hundreds or thousands of dollars worth of games in your checked bags? With a library of games stored on your hard drive, you'll never face that dilemma. In the same way, digital games can never be lost by accident; they remain on a player's account, essentially permanently.
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Does uninstalling games delete all files?

Uninstall is removing a program and its associated files from a computer hard drive. The uninstall feature differs from the delete function in that it safely and efficiently removes all associated files, whereas delete only removes part of a program or selected file.
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Does formatting a 3DS remove the eShop account?

What to do. Format the Nintendo 3DS family system. Formatting the system will remove the Nintendo Network ID, so that a different one can be linked or created. Nintendo Network accounts removed via system formatting can be linked again to the same system in the future.
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Should I wipe my 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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Is soft resetting bad for your 3DS?

Soft Reset (SR)

This will not erase or negatively harm your data unless you do so while in the middle of saving your game. It will just revert your progress to the point that you last saved.
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