Questions tagged [nintendo-3ds-3dsxl-2ds]
The Nintendo 3DS Family consists of a series of handheld game consoles released by Nintendo from 2011. Use this tag for 3DS, 3DS XL, and 2DS systems. For the New Nintendo 3DS, 3DS XL and 2DS, 2DS XL, please use the [new-nintendo-3ds-3dsxl-2ds-2dsxl] tag instead.
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How do I change the 3DS eShop region?
I got a 3DS XL for Christmas. However, the only things on the eShop in Costa Rica are updates! I can't change my NNID region, and the eShop refuses to load when the NNID region and 3DS profile region ...
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How do I fix a 3ds game card that has green stuff on the parts
I have a 3ds game that is fine on the front. It's old though, I have had it for a few years it's called "puppy word 3D" or somthing like that.
I think it's broken because there is green stuff on the ...
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Is it okay to repeatedly switch game cartridges on a 3DS?
I have been trading between two Pokémon games by myself making use of the GTS: after offering a trade on Ultra sun, I switched to Sun and quickly located my own Pokémon in order to trade with myself ...
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Does the Nintendo New 2DS XL feature improved processing power compared to the old 3DS (XL)?
Does the Nintendo New 2DS XL feature improved processing power compared to the old 3DS (XL)? By "processing power" I mean CPU/GPU speed and available memory.
I'm asking this because I have the Metal ...
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How can I play Pokemon USUM while living in the US on an European 3ds xl?
How can I play the upcoming pokemon games here in the US (I'm currently working here) using my european new 3ds xl. Buying a new 3ds xl is NOT an option.
Clearly I can't buy a physical copy of the ...
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Transferring from Red to Gold on 3DS?
So is there any way to transfer my Pokemon from the 3DS version of Pokemon Red to the 3DS version of Pokemon Gold?
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Is it possible to use the same Nintendo Network ID on two 3DS?
I just bought Pokemon Silver on 3DS, for the Celebi and free theme event.
I am thinking of playing through it, and completing the PokeDex.
If I buy Pokemon Gold and install on another 3DS, using my ...
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Is there a way to evolve a kadabra to an Alakazam and Onix to Steelix in Silver virtual console without pokebank or pokemon transporter?
I don't have another silver virtual console or gold and so I need to know if i can get alakazam an steelix in silver for the virtual console.
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Is it possible to trade Pokémon from Silver virtual console to Fire Red or Diamond?
I can't find anything about this and it won't work. I don't know if I'm doing something wrong.
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is it possible to trade in the digital version of Pokemon Gold?
I've just bought and downloaded Pokemon Gold for my 3DS.
Is it possible for me to trade pokemon with other players somehow? Say, if I wanted an Alakazam or something, which would require trading?
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How can I create a Boolean logic gate without the steam punk logic gates?
I've had the 3ds version of Terraria for a while now, and I was curious when I started to really dabble in wiring some secret passageways in it. Could there, in fact, be a steam punk NPC in the 3ds ...
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Reset internet settings with no internet
I am trying to get a master code to reset parental controls, but the 3ds does not have internet to send one. How do I get round this?
Plz help, im going mental...!!!
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Why does my 3DS claim I have no space on my 4GB SD card while it looks empty?
I have a 4GB SD card, but when I try to update a game on my 3DS it always says "You need x more open block(s) to download this.". When I look at my Data Management, the software, extra data and DLC on ...
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Should I be concerned about a possible counterfeit DS game?
I ordered a copy of Pokemon SoulSilver on ebay at a price that seemed almost too good (specifically this one) to play on my 3DS XL. At one point when I was checking the tracking I happened to look at ...
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3DS New Leaf File?
I have two Nintendo 3DS consoles, and one copy of Animal Crossing New Leaf. I have a town on the first 3DS, but what I fear is that if I put the cartridge in the other 3DS it'll corrupt my save file. ...
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Is my 3DS Bricked?
I was installing arm9loaderhax (at http://2xrsa.3ds.guide) and it didn't turn off. I waited an hour, pressed A button and Select and nothing happened.
I removed the SD card and powered on, the ...
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Can I re-download pre-loaded games that came with my 2DS if I accidentally removed them?
While minding my own business, I accidentally completely formatted the SD card in my 2DS. I had Mario Kart 7, Zelda OOT, and Pokemon Alpha Sapphire pre-loaded on there.
Can I somehow re-download or ...
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Can you game share on 3DS?
My friend doesn't have Mario Kart 7 and I don't know if we can game share so that I can give it to him. I have put my memory card in his console but then the game disappears from mine.
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If I have a preinstalled game on the device, then I reformat my system, will the game still be on it?
Will I lose a preinstalled game if I reformat the system? I am going to sell mine, and I don't want to lose the game.
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What causes the 006-0612 error and how can I prevent it?
I've played Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate online for many months without a problem. After taking a break from it I decided to play again recently, but I've been unable to play online at all.
I can ...
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3DS got stolen, can I access my Pokemon Bank from a new one?
I got my 3DS stolen 2 days ago, I rapidly changed my password so I would not risk my pokemon to be stolen from the bank. (I've been collecting them with my little brother since the first pokemon came ...
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What's the difference between Mellow Mode and Classic Mode?
When you start the game, it asks if you want to choose Mellow Mode, which says "this mode makes the game a little breezier and more relaxed", or Classic Mode, which says "this mode is recommended for ...
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3DS top screen going dark?
My 3DS top screen has been broken as far as I can remember. My brother and I both got 3DS's when they first came out. I'm pretty sure when he realized his top screen was broken he switched them (we ...
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If you buy a physical copy on the 3DS, does it need to download?
I own a Nintendo 3DS and I was wondering if you buy a physical copy of a game, e.g. Pokemon Sun, does it need to download?
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Do I need a new Pokemon Bank subscription after doing a system transfer?
I asked Nintendo support if my Pokemon would be safe after doing a system transfer, and received this response:
"Thanks for writing. You will be pleased to know that your Pokémon will be safe ...
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Is my NNID region locked?
Maybe my question is a little dumb, but better be safe than sorry!
Currently I own an American region 3DS, but, I moved and I am now living in Europe.
In the sad event that I need to buy a new 3DS, ...
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Is the Nintendo network ban tied to NNID or the console?
I'm considering buying a second-hand New Nintendo 3DS, mainly to play Pokemon Sun/Moon which is a bit "heavy" for the old 3DS.
But there's a thing that restrains me. I've heard that players who ...
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How is 3DS' online gaming experience affected by China's Great Firewall?
So I live in mainland China, under the surveillance of the infamous Great Firewall. However, for my surprise, I am perfectly able to browse in my 3DS' (as long as I don't access a "forbidden" website) ...
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Switch user profile in Super Mario Maker 3DS
We bought Super Mario Maker for my sons birthday. He played the game first, and it is linked to his profile/mii. For the life of me, I can't find a way to switch to my own profile/mii. I searched the ...
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If I create a new Nintendo ID, can I still play my games I have downloaded to an SD card?
I Was wondering if I am able to keep games that I have downloaded to an SD card if I create a new Nintendo ID.
I dislike my Nintendo ID very much. I had not chosen it, and it is offensive to me.
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Can I create a back-up of my 3DS's save files?
Related: How do you open up a different save file in Pokemon Moon without deleting the other one?
I have the download version of Pokémon Moon. Let's say I wanted to start a new save file without ...
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Is the 2DS region locked? Will I be able to play NA games on a Japanese System?
If I purchase a 2DS from Japan, will I be able to play American games on it?
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Are there any appearance changes to 3DS cartridges for the Nintendo Selects incarnations?
Awhile back, I lost my copy of Animal Crossing New Leaf, and I'm considering buying the Nintendo Selects version as a replacement.
However, my concern is that I might find my lost cartridge after ...
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Is an SD card inserted into Nintendo 3DS also region-locked?
After I found out about the region-lock on the Nintendo 3DS, I wondered if an SD card that the 3DS uses to save the game data on is also region-locked.
For example, can you use an SD card that is ...
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Water Damaged Nintendo 3DS
A few months ago, I had an original small Nintendo 3DS. One evening, I had it with me. I was wearing a large heavy coat, so I did not notice it in the pocket. Later that evening, I threw my coat in ...
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How will system transfer affect my Pokémon X (and other games') data?
Last Christmas, my friend gave me her old Nintendo 3DS as a present and I've loved it ever since. However, she forgot to transfer her data over. Now, one year later, we've finally gotten together to ...
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I was stupid and accidentally put my old 3DS through the wash
Some time ago, I had kept my 3DS in the pocket of my big heavy winter coat. However, I had mistakenly left it there and it ended up in the wash. It had only been in there a few minutes, but it was ...
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I created two Nintendo IDs and both have games linked to them... What do I do?
I wanted to transfer my data from my old 3DS to my New 3DS xl, but I had no resources and I put it off. I had created a new Nintendo Network ID for my new 3DS and downloaded games onto it. However, I'...
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Can you visit other people's towns between a 3DS and a 2DS?
Can you visit other people's towns between a 3DS and a 2DS on Animal Crossing New Leaf
My friends have it on the 3DS and use it to visit each other, but I was going to get the 2DS and was wondering ...
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Creating a new Nintendo network ID on 3DS with games on it
So I got this used 3DS XL at a pawn shop that has a number of different games downloaded on it. They told me when I bought it that the games were tied to the system so not to try to reset it myself or ...
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How do I save software on a 3DS transfer?
So I've recently bought a New 3DS XL to replace my old 2DS, and the 3DS has a copy of Super Mario World pre-installed on it. When I do a system transfer, is there any way to save the game??
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Transferring Individual games between 3dses
Okay y'all, I have a problem.
In late April, I decided to buy the Nintendo "New" 3ds, upgrading from a 2ds. When I had bought the N3ds, I had decided to give the 2ds to my brother.
You see, the 2ds ...
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Are 3DS eshop games console bound?
I got an used 3DS, and it came with 2 EShop games (Pokemon OR and DK Returns), the thing is, the old owner's account is still logged in and I lost all the contact info with him. My question is, if I ...
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How can I backup NDS .sav files to my computer?
I'm looking to extract the .sav files of certain NDS games (Pokemon Diamond, Pokemon Platinum, Pokemon Ranger, LOZ: Phantom Hourglass, LOZ: Spirit Tracks, and a few others) for which I'm using the ...
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How to tell if Wii U can play this game on product page?
I was browsing video games on the Nintendo eShop and saw lot of video games.
A question often pop up in my head while looking through the catalogs: can the Wii U play an arbitrary 3DS game? There is ...
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Does 3DS Streetpass work in different regions?
If I have a European 3DS (Italy), can I Streetpass a Japanese 3DS?
Is it possible to exchange data for region-locked games? I am especially interested in Streetpassing Monster Hunter Generations (...
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How do I check the price of the games on the Nintendo eShop?
I currently live in New Zealand, and I want to buy a New 3DS here.
If I bought a new New Zealand (Australian) 3DS, all the games sold here have an insane mark-up compared to other countries, and I ...
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Can you connect more than one 3DS controller to Smash Wii U?
Is this possible? I unfortunately don't have more than one 3ds with Smash installed, so it is impossible for me to check. Thanks.
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How long does a 3DS have when the light turns red?
When the power indicator on a 3DS turns red, about how much time is remaining on its battery life? I am asking this for all types of 3DS.
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How can we move saves around different 3DS?
Inspired by Pokemon GO, my housemates and I have jumped back into handheld console versions of Pokemon. Our plan was to buy four games on cartridge (Pokemon X, Y, OR and AS) and buy two 3DSes to share ...
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