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Is 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 I still buy 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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Is the 3DS eShop closed?

Tomorrow — which is March 27, 2023 — it will no longer be possible to purchase 3DS and Wii U software, or download free content like game demos. Users will still be able to download previously-purchased titles, and online play will still be supported on the platforms for the time being.
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Will the 3DS eShop come back?

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 still redownload 3DS games after eShop closes?

Free content, including game demos, will also be removed. After today, however, Nintendo will let you "redownload games and DLC, receive software updates and enjoy online play on Wii U consoles and Nintendo 3DS systems...for the foreseeable future."
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How do I get 3DS games now?

Purchase the game directly from Nintendo eShop

1. To access Nintendo eShop on your Nintendo 3DS system, select this icon from the HOME Menu. 2. If you don't already have funds, you'll be prompted to "Add Funds".
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How to buy games on 3DS 2023?

As of now, you have two options for adding funds to purchase eShop games for 3DS and Wii U. One is through My Nintendo Store, the Nintendo website where you can redeem an eShop gift card to put funds on your account, or purchase the exact game that you want with said funds, or with a credit card.
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How do I add money to my 3DS eShop 2023?

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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Can you still redeem 3DS eShop codes?

PSA: 3DS And Wii U eShop Download Codes Can No Longer Be Redeemed.
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What time will the 3DS eShop close?

Beginning on March 27, 2023, users will permanently become unable to make new purchases through the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U consoles' eShop. Users will also not be able to download free software through the eShop, including demos for games, and will not be able to redeem games via digital download codes.
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Do switch funds transfer to 3DS?

Merging the funds between a Nintendo Account and NNID will allow you to share your Nintendo eShop balance between your Nintendo Switch, Wii U, Nintendo 3DS family systems, and the online Game Store. Once the funds are combined, the balance will be shared for as long as the NNID and Nintendo Account are linked together.
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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 do I download old 3DS games?

  1. From the HOME Menu, select the Nintendo eShop icon and tap Open.
  2. Scroll left and select Settings / Other. ...
  3. Scroll down and select Redownloadable Software.
  4. Select Redownload next to the software you wish to redownload.
  5. Select Download.
  6. Select Download Later or Download Now.
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Will Pokemon bank work after eShop closes?

Despite the Nintendo eShop's demise, Pokemon Bank and Poke Transfer will still work like normal after the platform shuts down.
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Is it legal to download 3DS games?

It is illegal to download a Nintendo ROM from the internet whether or not you own an authentic copy of that game.
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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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What to download before eShop closes on 3DS?

10 Wii U & 3DS Games To Buy Before The Nintendo eShop Closes
  • Pokémon Bank & Poké Transporter (3DS) ...
  • Nintendo Land (3DS) ...
  • The Legend Of Zelda: Oracle Of Seasons & Oracle Of Ages (3DS) ...
  • Kirby: Triple Deluxe (3DS) ...
  • Dragon Quest VIII: Journey Of The Cursed King (3DS) ...
  • New Yoshi's Island (3DS) ...
  • Golden Sun (Wii U)
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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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Why did they stop making 3DS games?

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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Will 3DS games become valuable?

While physical Wii U and 3DS games could increase across the board, how much these prices will jump will vary between title. The rarer a game is, and the more in-demand it is, the more valuable it could become in future. It's hard to predict which games could see their value increase the most in the future.
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Can I still transfer Pokémon from 3DS?

You will still be able to transfer the Pokémon you've deposited in Pokémon Bank to Pokémon HOME even after the paid service is discontinued, and you'll still be able to bring Pokémon into Pokémon Bank from compatible titles.
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Will 3DS account work on switch?

Select Nintendo eShop on the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu to launch the Nintendo eShop. Select the account you want to use. Select the picture of your icon in the upper-right corner to access your Account Information. Select Merge Funds from Nintendo 3DS/Wii U.
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Is 3DS eShop account same as switch?

A Nintendo Network ID is an account allowing the user to access online services such as the eShop, Miiverse, and Wii U Chat on the Wii U and 3DS consoles. A Nintendo Account, on the other hand, is an online account that allows you to use online services such as the eShop and online play on the Nintendo Switch console.
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What games were removed from 3DS eShop?

  • Ninja Smasher! PUMO, Q-Cumber Factory.
  • Nintendo 3DS Ambassador Game Boy Advance Games. Dextinct, Nintendo.
  • Nintendo DSi Shop (DSiWare) Dextinct, Marketplace, Nintendo.
  • Nintendo Video Applications. Nintendo.
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How do you buy stuff on 3DS eShop?

Here's how:
  1. Launch your 3DS and open the Nintendo eShop app.
  2. Find the game you want to buy. ...
  3. Once on a game page, you'll see the cost at the top. ...
  4. To buy the game, select Proceed to Purchase. ...
  5. Note the age rating and select Next.
  6. If you agree to Nintendo's cancelation policy, select Agree.
  7. Review details of your purchase.
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