Why is my eShop card not working on my 3DS?

Verify that you are entering the number correctly. Try similar numbers when entering the code. (A 5 might look like a G or an S.) Make sure the system is set to the correct region.

Why can't I use my eShop card on my 3DS?

Why is my Nintendo eShop card not working?

What to Do: Verify that you are entering the number from the Nintendo eShop Card correctly. If the error continues, this may indicate a delay in activating certain cards. Please wait 24 hours before trying again, and then check with the retailer where the card was purchased to ensure it has been activated correctly.

How do I redeem my Nintendo eShop card on my 3DS?

What is error code 2813 2470?

If this occurs when not using saved credit card information, check the card information to ensure you are entering it correctly, including the name, billing address, and security code.

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How do I fix error code 9001-2470 on Nintendo?

What is error 2813 2473 on eShop?

These errors indicate that the transaction was refused by the card-issuing company due to an identity authentication (3D Secure authentication) verification error. The identity authentication information may be different from the information registered by the card company.

Is the 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.

How to buy games on 3DS eShop 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.

How do I add money to my 3DS without eShop card?

Do eShop cards expire?

Card balance does not expire, and there are no fees associated with the card. This card is non-reloadable. Card balance cannot be redeemed for cash and is non-refundable unless required by law. Card balance will not be replaced by Nintendo or retailer if the card is lost or stolen.

How do I get my eShop to work?

Why is Nintendo getting rid of eShop?

“Nintendo decided to make a cut because of commercial and operational reasons,” Toto tells Inverse. “One could ask how much money a $70 billion company can really save by shutting down the eShop, but one could also ask: how long was it supposed to run? Until 2050?”

Did Nintendo shut down 3DS eShop?

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.

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.

How long will 3DS eShop last?

The Nintendo 3DS eShop closes on March 27, 2023, and with it, games will be much harder to legally obtain. In the next week or so up until its closure, you may be scrambling to figure out how to add funds to your account and which games you should lock in before they're gone. We've got your back.

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.

Is it safe to update 3DS?

If your device is running Luma 11.0 or newer, it is 100% safe to update. You can check your Luma version by holding (Select) while booting your device. If your device is on an older Luma version, you should update Luma before you update your device to 11.16.0.

How do I connect my 3DS to my Nintendo account?

What games were removed from 3DS eShop?

What is error code 2813 2474?

These error codes indicate that the transaction was refused due to an error triggered when the card used does not support 3D Secure.

How do I fix error code 2813 9258?

What is error code 9001 0009 on Nintendo eShop?

This error code likely indicates a temporary service issue with the Nintendo eShop. If you are trying to redeem a Nintendo Switch Online or Nintendo eShop Prepaid Card, please see Nintendo eShop Prepaid Funds Card Is Not Working.