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Can you install games on 3DS?

Yes, this is possible through Nintendo eShop. For more information about Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS, click here.
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How do you install games on Nintendo 3DS?

Installing Games (.cia files)
  1. Place any .cia files you wish to install in the /cia/ folder on your SD card.
  2. Insert your SD card into your 3DS and power it on.
  3. Launch FBI and navigate to SD -> cia.
  4. Select your .cia -> [Install and delete CIA]
  5. Once installed, press [Home] your game can be found in the home menu.
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Do 3DS games download on SD Card?

Downloaded Nintendo 3DS download software and Virtual Console titles will be saved on your SD Card, while downloaded Nintendo DSiWare will be saved on the System Memory. Only Nintendo DSiWare can be moved to an SD Card and back, but it's not possible to launch a Nintendo DSiWare title from the SD Card itself.
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Can I download DS games on my 3DS?

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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How do I transfer DS games to my 3DS?

On the Nintendo 3DS family system
  1. Select the System Settings icon from the HOME Menu and tap Open.
  2. Tap Other Settings and then tap System Transfer.
  3. After the system connects online, tap Transfer from Nintendo DSi and then Next.
  4. Then tap Receive from Nintendo DSi.
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Can the 3DS play Gameboy games?

No, this is not possible.
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How many 3DS games can a 32 GB SD card hold?

How many 3ds games can 32GB hold? A 32GB card is around 250,000 blocks. Definitely over 100, and probably up to around 200 eShop games would fit. As for Zelda being up to 1GB, A Link Between Worlds is 5,437 blocks (680MB) and Ocarina of Time is 3,644 blocks (455MB).
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How many games can a 3DS SD card hold?

Up to 300 software titles. Up to 180 sound files. Up to 3,000 photos.
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Will any SD card work 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. miniSD and microSD cards are compatible with the use of an SD card adapter.
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Does the 3DS have a game store?

With the both the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS eShop now officially closed on the 27th of March 2023, you're no longer able to purchase digital games on 3DS or Wii U.
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How do I get 3DS games now?

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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Do all Nintendo games work on 3DS?

With the exception of a few games which require the use of the AGB slot, all Nintendo DS games are compatible with Nintendo 3DS family systems. However, some specific features or accessories that use the AGB slot are not compatible.
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How big is a 3DS game?

Game cards for the Nintendo 3DS are from 1 to 8 gigabytes in size, with 2 GB of game data at launch.
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Why wont my 3DS accept my SD card?

Insert the SD Card and turn the system on. If the error message mentions that the SD card may be full, try deleting unused content. If the problem is occurring with a specific downloadable game or application, use the Nintendo 3DS Download Repair Tool to check the game or application for errors and repair if necessary.
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How many blocks is 4 GB on 3DS?

The size of one storage block is 128 kilobytes. This means you get 8,192 blocks per gigabyte.
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How much GB should I get for 3DS?

You can use the SD Card included with your Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL or Nintendo 2DS system, or the following Nintendo-authorised SDHC Cards: 8 GB [RVL-037] or 16 GB [RVL-038].
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Is 64GB too much for 3DS?

Quite a lot of computer savvy have tested a 64GB memory card on 3DS; it works fine.
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Does the 3DS have a game limit?

It was already known that the 3DS only allows players to download a maximum of 300 games on their handheld, but it looks like the Wii U has a similar limitation.
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How much internal storage does the 3DS have?

A micro SDHC Memory Card must be used when upgrading the 3DS XL memory from standard 4gb. The maximum upgradable memory is 32gb.
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How much free space does a 3DS SD card have?

The SD card included as standard with Nintendo 3DS has a capacity of 2 GB. The SD card included as standard with Nintendo 3DS XL/Nintendo 2DS has a capacity of 4 GB.
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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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Is 3DS good for GBA?

The short answer is that the Nintendo 3DS' hardware isn't engineered to play Game Boy Advance games. As a result, the few GBA games available to Ambassadors aren't emulated, they're simulated.
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What is the largest 3DS game?

The 10 Longest 3DS Games, According To HowLongToBeat
  • 5 Harvest Moon 3D: A New Beginning - 76 ½ Hours. ...
  • 4 Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate - 78 ½ Hours. ...
  • 3 Animal Crossing: New Leaf - 82 ½ Hours. ...
  • 2 Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate - 83 Hours. ...
  • 1 Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King - 108 Hours.
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