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Which DS has a Game Boy slot?

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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Is there a DS that can play Game Boy games?

Game Boy Color Games will work on Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance and Game Boy Advance SP systems. They will not work on the DS, DS Lite, or DSi. Game Boy Advance Games will work on Game Boy Micro, Game Boy Advance, Game Boy Advance SP, DS, and DS Lite Systems. They will not work on the DSi, DSi XL, or the 3DS.
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Which DS models have GBA slot?

The original DS and the DS Lite have a slot for GBA cartridges.
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Does a 2DS have a Game Boy slot?

The Nintendo 2DS lacks a Game Boy Advance cartridge slot. However, it will feasibly be able to play Game Boy Advance titles that have been downloaded from the Nintendo 3DS eShop (whenever Nintendo gets around to making GBA games freely available on its digital marketplace).
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Did the DSi have a Game Boy 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 the 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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Do DS Lite play Gameboy games?

What they cannot play: Original Game Boy or Game Boy Color games.
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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 is slot 2 on DS for?

The Magnetic Stand is a stand that utilizes the Slot 2 to hold up the DS or DS Lite. It has embedded magnets on the back and can be closed and hung on a metallic surface such as a refrigerator (for use with cooking, music or exercise programs).
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Is the 2DS better than the 3DS?

There is a benefit to the flat construction of the 2DS other than keeping costs down. It makes the handheld console much less easy to destroy – the hinge of the 3DS and 3DS XL is an obvious point where they could fail. That's not to say that the 2DS is better constructed than its more expensive brothers, though.
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Why can't the DS play Gameboy games?

There are two main reasons for this: The Nintendo DS 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. The Nintendo DS lacks the special processor that is required to play these games.
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Which DS models are backwards compatible?

Nintendo 3DS family systems can play most software released for Nintendo DS, so if your child previously owned a Nintendo DS family system, they can continue to enjoy the games they already own.
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What DS games can the 3DS not play?

Yes, you will be able to play most Nintendo DS games on your Nintendo 3DS. Exceptions are games that use the GBA Slot. Note that some Nintendo DSi games bought outside the PAL region may not be playable on a Nintendo 3DS from the PAL region.
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Can you play Game Boy games on 2DS XL?

The controls are different. Even if you got it to work, the circle pad on the 2DS would be incompatible with the GBA. The screen is different. The games would not play well at all, due to the screen size.
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How do you make a DS play GameBoy games?

Insert your Game Boy Advance cartridge on the bottom slot of your DS. This is labeled for you next to the slot as Slot-2. Touch, or select the bottom box on your touch screen that says "Start GBA game". If this option does not show up then you must power off the device and remove the cartridge.
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How many Game Boy DS games are there?

A total of 1791 games released for North America.
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What is the difference between slot 1 and 2?

The exact support for each SIM slot depends on the phone but in most cases: SIM #1 supports all features of the network (2G/3G/4G/data) SIM #2 can be used only to make or receive voice calls, in many cases 2G only.
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What is the bottom slot on a DS?

The bottom features the Game Boy Advance game card slot.
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What can a hacked DS do?

What Can A Hacked Nintendo 3DS Do?
  • Using emulators and ROMs.
  • Playing games for the Game Boy Advance.
  • Using your backups of 3DS and DS games right from a SD memory card.
  • Playing games from other countries that are region-locked.
  • Playing patched versions of games.
  • Customizing the home screen.
  • Downloading and installing cheats.
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What DS version is the best?

Every DS & 3DS Model From Worst To Best, Ranked
  1. 1 New 3DS XL. The New 3DS XL isn't just the best handheld in the DS line, it's Nintendo's best handheld period.
  2. 2 New 2DS XL. Nintendo released the 2DS and followed it up with the New 3DS not long after. ...
  3. 3 New 3DS. ...
  4. 4 3DS XL. ...
  5. 5 DSi XL. ...
  6. 6 DSi. ...
  7. 7 DS Lite. ...
  8. 8 3DS. ...
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How do I know what kind of DSi have?

On the Nintendo DSi Menu, use the stylus to select the Settings (wrench) icon. The version number will be displayed on the top screen in the lower right corner.
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What is the lightest DS?

The Nintendo DS Lite is a dual-screen handheld game console developed and manufactured by Nintendo. It is the second iteration of the Nintendo DS and is slimmer, brighter, and more lightweight than the original.
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How do I put GameBoy games on my DS Lite?

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. (Due to the compact size of the system, the top of the Game Pak will stick out of the Nintendo DS Lite.)
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What games work in a DS Lite?

15 Best Nintendo DS Lite Games Of 2023
  • Bleach: The Blade of Fate.
  • Contra 4.
  • Wario: Master of Disguise.
  • Tony Hawk's Proving Ground.
  • Guitar Hero: On Tour.
  • The World Ends with You.
  • Advance Wars: Days of Ruin.
  • Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia.
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