Does the DSi still have Internet?

The Nintendo DSi still allows for Internet connection, but with certain limitations, as the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service was discontinued in 2014, affecting online features such as online play, matchmaking, and leaderboards. To connect a DSi to the Internet, users can follow specific steps, including tapping on System Settings, selecting Internet, and then choosing an available Access Point.

Frequently Asked Questions

Connecting to the Internet and Online Features

1. How to connect a DSi to the Internet in 2023? To connect a DSi to the Internet, go to the Nintendo DSi Menu, tap on System Settings, then Internet, followed by Connection Settings, and finally, select an empty connection file and search for an available Access Point.
2. Can I still use online features on my DSi? No, the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service was discontinued in 2014, making it impossible to use online features such as online play, matchmaking, and leaderboards on DSi and Wii software.
3. Is the DSi store still available? The Nintendo DSi Store was shut down in 2017, but users can still re-download previously purchased DSiWare games, although this ability will eventually stop.

Transferring Data and Games

4. Can I transfer my DSi data to a 3DS? Yes, using the Nintendo 3DS Transfer Tool on the DSi, you can transfer your data to a Nintendo 3DS family system, allowing you to access and re-download your content on the new system.
5. How do I transfer Pokémon from DSi to Switch? To transfer Pokémon from DSi to Switch, you need to use Pokémon Bank on your 3DS and then move the Pokémon to Pokémon HOME on your Nintendo Switch.
6. Can I transfer DS games to Switch? No, Nintendo 3DS and Wii U games purchased through Nintendo eShop do not carry over to Nintendo Switch, as it does not include backwards compatibility with digital or physical games designed for other systems.

Discontinuation and Support

7. Is the Nintendo 3DS XL discontinued? Yes, the production of the Nintendo 3DS XL was halted in July 2019, and the Nintendo 3DS family hardware was officially discontinued on September 16, 2020.
8. Will Nintendo still support the 3DS? Nintendo will end online support for the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U models in April 2024, affecting Nintendo 2DS, New 2DS XL, 3DS, 3DS XL, New 3DS, and New 3DS XL, as well as Wii U Deluxe and Wii U Basic.
9. Is the DSi still worth buying? Unless you are a collector, there is no reason to purchase a DSi since the 3DS gives you access to the same games and features, plus many others.

Homebrew and Backwards Compatibility

10. Can I homebrew my DSi? Yes, homebrew can be run for free on all Nintendo DSi consoles, regardless of firmware version or region, using an entry point like Memory Pit and an SD card.
11. Is the DSi backwards compatible with DS games? All DS games are compatible with the DSi, except those that require the GBA slot.
12. Will there be a 4DS? There is no official announcement from Nintendo about a 4DS, but rumors and speculations suggest that Nintendo might release a new handheld console in the future.

Pokémon and Nintendo eShop

13. Can I still trade Pokémon on DS? Note that online trading is no longer possible since Nintendo shut down the Nintendo Wi-Fi Channel, but you can still trade between games of the same generation or perform one-way transfers from an earlier generation to the next one.
14. Is the DS eShop closing for Pokémon? 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, meaning you won’t be able to purchase digital games, including past Pokémon titles, for those systems.
15. Does Pokémon Bank still work? Pokémon Bank is now usable at no cost due to the discontinuation of Nintendo eShop service for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, allowing you to store and manage your Pokémon.