Is 3DS online still alive?

Good news: Online play will also still be available "for the foreseeable future" for any titles you already own, past March 2023.

Is Nintendo 3DS online still active?

Sadly, the Virtual Consoles — which housed more than 530 classic games, available to purchase and download — will be no more after March 2023.

Are 3DS online servers down?

We are not performing maintenance on our servers at this time.

Is 3DS still supported?

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

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.

Is Anyone Playing 3DS Games Online in 2022?

Why is the 3DS discontinued?

Nintendo's decision to shutdown the 3DS and Wii U follows the closure of the Wii Shop, which shuttered in 2019. The Wii U's Miiverse, the system's online social service, also closed in 2017.

How to get a 3DS online?

Complete these steps

Tap Internet Settings. Tap Connection Settings. Tap the New Connection option. Tap Manual Setup when the prompt asks if you would like help with the Internet connection setup.

Is the 3DS Virtual Console dead?

On March 27, 2023, the Virtual Console service was discontinued on the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS. Purchased titles remain playable.

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.

Can you mod a 3DS after eShop closes?

Yes, you can still install custom firmware on your 3DS, even after the closure of eShop. The latest 3DS firmware is 11.16.

When did 3DS online shut down?

Nintendo's Wii U and 3DS digital storefronts are shutting down today, March 27th, 2023 at 8PM ET. While you'll no longer be able to purchase games or DLC from either eShop, you'll still be able to redownload the games you've already bought and play online for the time being.

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.

Can I still add funds to my 3DS?

It is no longer possible to use this feature. For more information, please read Service Discontinuation: Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS.

Is the 3DS eShop closing Pokemon Bank?

Will Pokemon Bank still cost money? No, players will not have to pay for a Pokemon Bank subscription after the eShop shuts down on March 27. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest updates on Esports, Gaming and more. Currently, it costs $4.99 annually to use Pokemon Bank to store and transfer Pokemon.

Was the 3ds a flop?

Early flop, then price drop

In fact, the 3DS ended up being the weakest console launch for Nintendo since 1995's Virtual Boy (coincidentally, an earlier attempt at 3D gaming). Less than six months later, Nintendo dropped the 3DS price by a staggering $80, to $169.

Is the 3ds still being updated?

0-33 was released on May 9, 2016, as a security update. As of September 12, 2022, the latest system version is 11.16. 0-49, which fixed a typo for Nintendo's support phone number.

Do shops still sell 3DS games?

UPDATE 7/19/22: Nintendo confirms that both the Wii U and 3DS eShops will close on March 27, 2023.

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".

Will Pokebank be free?

The Nintendo eShop is shutting down soon, and as that door closes, another will be opening, because Pokemon Bank will become free to use for everyone.

Is modding a 3DS legal?

Are they illegal? It is illegal to import, market, sell or distribute circumvention devices (such as game copiers, USB piracy sticks and mod chips).

What can a hacked 3DS do?

What is the max 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. All other SD Card types are not considered compatible.