Can you still buy 3DS games eShop?
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Unfortunately, the answer to this question is no, as the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS closed on March 27th, 2023, making it impossible to purchase new games or DLC from the platform. However, users can still redownload previously purchased games and DLC, and download updates for games, providing some continued functionality for 3DS owners.
Additional Information and FAQs
Below are some frequently asked questions and their answers to help clarify the situation and provide more information:
Q1: Do eShop cards still work on 3DS?
No, it is no longer possible to use eShop cards on the 3DS.
Q2: Can you buy DS games on 3DS eShop?
No, the 3DS eShop does not allow the purchase of games made for the original DS.
Q3: How long will the 3DS eShop last?
The Nintendo eShop for Wii U and 3DS officially closed on March 27th, 2023.
Q4: Can you buy digital 3DS games on Switch?
No, Nintendo 3DS and Wii U games purchased through Nintendo eShop do not carry over to Nintendo Switch.
Q5: What happens to 3DS eShop games?
After the eShop closure, users can still download games and DLC they have previously purchased, and download updates for games.
Q6: Can you still play 3DS online 2023?
As of early April 2024, online play and other functionality that uses online communication will end service for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U software.
Q7: Will Pokémon Bank still work after 3DS eShop closes?
Yes, Pokémon Bank and Poke Transfer will still work like normal after the eShop shuts down.
Q8: What to get off the 3DS eShop before it closes?
Some recommended games to buy before the eShop closes include Picross 3D Round 2, Pokémon Bank + Poke Transporter, and Pocket Card Jockey.
Q9: Will Pokémon Bank be free once the eShop closes?
Yes, if you downloaded the Pokémon Bank app before the end of the eShop, you can now start using it completely for free.
Q10: Is it too late to use Pokémon Bank?
Pokémon Bank’s paid passes are no longer offered for purchase as of March 27, 2023, but the service can still be used for free.
Q11: How much does a 3DS sell for 2023?
The 3DS XL prices start at $159 and cost $159 on average as of October 2023.
Q12: Can I still download 3DS games?
Yes, for the foreseeable future, it is still possible to redownload games and DLC that were purchased previously.
Q13: Are they no longer making 3DS games?
Nintendo announced it was discontinuing production of the 3DS console in 2020, and the eShops for Wii U and 3DS shut down in 2023.
Q14: Can you still redeem codes on 3DS?
No, it is no longer possible to redeem download codes on the Wii U and 3DS.
Q15: Why did Nintendo stop making 3DS?
Nintendo likely decided to retire the 3DS because it’s no longer selling like it used to, and the company has shifted its focus to newer consoles like the Nintendo Switch.