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Can I still buy 3DS games online?
It’s been over a decade (or nearly a decade in Wii U’s case), but it’s finally happening: Nintendo is closing down the Wii U and 3DS eShops, meaning that soon you will no longer be able to buy digital games on either platform.
How do I buy Nintendo 3DS games on my website?
For Wii U and Nintendo 3DS purchases, create a Nintendo Network ID (NNID) on your Wii U or Nintendo 3DS family system and link your NNID to your Nintendo Account. Locate your game on the Nintendo website and follow the on-screen steps to make your purchase.
Can you still download 3DS games from eShop?
The Wii U and 3DS eShops are closing in late March, 2023, and until then you’ll be able to buy and download games from those digital stores. However, you’ve only got until August 29, 2022 to use up your eShop cards.
Is the ds eShop shutting down?
Last February, Nintendo announced that it would be shutting down the eShop supporting the 3DS and Wii U consoles as of March 2023, but the closure would actually be rolled out in stages.
Is Nintendo eShop shut down?
Nintendo will close the online stores for its Wii U console and Nintendo 3DS handheld in “late March 2023,” the company announced Tuesday. After those stores, called the Nintendo eShop, shut down, it will no longer be possible to make digital purchases for the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS family of systems.
How do I download 3DS games?
Before continuing, make sure you’ve set up Wi-Fi on your Nintendo 3DS.
- Update your 3DS for good measure.
- Click Nintendo eShop on the 3DS’s bottom screen.
- Find a game to download in the Nintendo eShop.
- Select the game you want to purchase.
- Choose Tap Here to Purchase.
Why is the Nintendo eShop closing?
Officially, Nintendo’s FAQ on the eShop closures says “this is part of the natural life cycle for any product line as it becomes less used by consumers over time.” The answer doesn’t get into specifics and might confuse those still playing games on the system or fans of games only available on Wii U or 3DS.
Why was the 3DS discontinued?
While Nintendo initially insisted it was not a “replacement” for the 3DS, declining support and sales meant the venerable handheld’s time was limited. In the year to March 2020, only 69,000 3DS consoles were sold.
Can I download 3DS games to 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.