{"id":193141,"date":"2025-12-23T05:41:25","date_gmt":"2025-12-23T05:41:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=193141"},"modified":"2025-12-23T05:41:25","modified_gmt":"2025-12-23T05:41:25","slug":"does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/","title":{"rendered":"Does Pok\u00e9mon Bank still work on 3DS?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#Does_Pokemon_Bank_Still_Work_on_3DS_The_Definitive_Guide\" title=\"Does Pok\u00e9mon Bank Still Work on 3DS? The Definitive Guide\">Does Pok\u00e9mon Bank Still Work on 3DS? The Definitive Guide<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#What_is_Pokemon_Bank\" title=\"What is Pok\u00e9mon Bank?\">What is Pok\u00e9mon Bank?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#How_to_Access_and_Use_Pokemon_Bank_After_the_eShop_Closure\" title=\"How to Access and Use Pok\u00e9mon Bank After the eShop Closure\">How to Access and Use Pok\u00e9mon Bank After the eShop Closure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#Pokemon_Bank_and_Pokemon_HOME_The_Connection\" title=\"Pok\u00e9mon Bank and Pok\u00e9mon HOME: The Connection\">Pok\u00e9mon Bank and Pok\u00e9mon HOME: The Connection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#1_Can_I_download_Pokemon_Bank_now_that_the_eShop_is_closed\" title=\"1. Can I download Pok\u00e9mon Bank now that the eShop is closed?\">1. Can I download Pok\u00e9mon Bank now that the eShop is closed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#2_Is_Pokemon_Bank_completely_free_now\" title=\"2. Is Pok\u00e9mon Bank completely free now?\">2. Is Pok\u00e9mon Bank completely free now?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#3_What_3DS_Pokemon_games_are_compatible_with_Pokemon_Bank\" title=\"3. What 3DS Pok\u00e9mon games are compatible with Pok\u00e9mon Bank?\">3. What 3DS Pok\u00e9mon games are compatible with Pok\u00e9mon Bank?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#4_Does_Pokemon_Bank_work_with_Pokemon_games_on_the_original_DS\" title=\"4. Does Pok\u00e9mon Bank work with Pok\u00e9mon games on the original DS?\">4. Does Pok\u00e9mon Bank work with Pok\u00e9mon games on the original DS?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#5_What_is_Poke_Transporter_and_how_does_it_work\" title=\"5. What is Pok\u00e9 Transporter and how does it work?\">5. What is Pok\u00e9 Transporter and how does it work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#6_Can_I_transfer_Pokemon_from_Pokemon_Bank_back_to_my_3DS_games\" title=\"6. Can I transfer Pok\u00e9mon from Pok\u00e9mon Bank back to my 3DS games?\">6. Can I transfer Pok\u00e9mon from Pok\u00e9mon Bank back to my 3DS games?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#7_How_do_I_update_Pokemon_Bank\" title=\"7. How do I update Pok\u00e9mon Bank?\">7. How do I update Pok\u00e9mon Bank?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#8_What_happens_if_I_didnt_renew_my_Pokemon_Bank_subscription_before_it_became_free\" title=\"8. What happens if I didn&#8217;t renew my Pok\u00e9mon Bank subscription before it became free?\">8. What happens if I didn&#8217;t renew my Pok\u00e9mon Bank subscription before it became free?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#9_Can_I_have_Pokemon_Bank_on_multiple_3DS_systems_with_the_same_account\" title=\"9. Can I have Pok\u00e9mon Bank on multiple 3DS systems with the same account?\">9. Can I have Pok\u00e9mon Bank on multiple 3DS systems with the same account?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#10_Is_Pokemon_HOME_free_to_use\" title=\"10. Is Pok\u00e9mon HOME free to use?\">10. Is Pok\u00e9mon HOME free to use?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#11_How_long_will_Pokemon_Bank_be_available_for_free\" title=\"11. How long will Pok\u00e9mon Bank be available for free?\">11. How long will Pok\u00e9mon Bank be available for free?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#12_Can_I_still_redownload_games_and_updates_from_the_3DS_eShop\" title=\"12. Can I still redownload games and updates from the 3DS eShop?\">12. Can I still redownload games and updates from the 3DS eShop?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#13_What_happens_to_my_Pokemon_if_Pokemon_Bank_eventually_shuts_down\" title=\"13. What happens to my Pok\u00e9mon if Pok\u00e9mon Bank eventually shuts down?\">13. What happens to my Pok\u00e9mon if Pok\u00e9mon Bank eventually shuts down?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#14_Can_I_transfer_illegal_or_hacked_Pokemon_to_Pokemon_Bank_and_Pokemon_HOME\" title=\"14. Can I transfer illegal or hacked Pok\u00e9mon to Pok\u00e9mon Bank and Pok\u00e9mon HOME?\">14. Can I transfer illegal or hacked Pok\u00e9mon to Pok\u00e9mon Bank and Pok\u00e9mon HOME?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#15_Will_Pokemon_Bank_work_on_a_modded_3DS\" title=\"15. Will Pok\u00e9mon Bank work on a modded 3DS?\">15. Will Pok\u00e9mon Bank work on a modded 3DS?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_Pokemon_Bank_Still_Work_on_3DS_The_Definitive_Guide\"><\/span>Does Pok\u00e9mon Bank Still Work on 3DS? The Definitive Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Yes, <strong>Pok\u00e9mon Bank<\/strong> still works on the Nintendo 3DS, but with a crucial caveat: it&#8217;s now <strong>free to use<\/strong>. This change came about because the <strong>Nintendo eShop for the 3DS family of systems was discontinued on March 27, 2023<\/strong>. While you can no longer purchase or download new software from the eShop, those who had already downloaded Pok\u00e9mon Bank can continue using it to store and transfer their beloved Pok\u00e9mon. Let&#8217;s delve into the details of how it works and answer some pressing questions you might have.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Pokemon_Bank\"><\/span>What is Pok\u00e9mon Bank?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Bank is essentially a <strong>cloud-based storage service<\/strong> designed for the Nintendo 3DS. It allows players to store up to <strong>3,000 Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> online, freeing up space in their game cartridges or digital copies of Pok\u00e9mon games. It&#8217;s a handy tool for avid Pok\u00e9mon collectors or those looking to transfer Pok\u00e9mon between compatible games. Prior to the eShop closure, it required an annual subscription fee, but thankfully, that&#8217;s no longer the case.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Access_and_Use_Pokemon_Bank_After_the_eShop_Closure\"><\/span>How to Access and Use Pok\u00e9mon Bank After the eShop Closure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you had Pok\u00e9mon Bank installed on your 3DS before the eShop closed, you&#8217;re in luck. You can still use it. Here&#8217;s how:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Ensure Pok\u00e9mon Bank is installed:<\/strong> If you haven&#8217;t already, and obtained it before March 27, 2023, you should already have it available for use on your 3DS. Otherwise, it can no longer be downloaded.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Launch Pok\u00e9mon Bank:<\/strong> Navigate to the HOME Menu on your 3DS and select the Pok\u00e9mon Bank icon.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Update Pok\u00e9mon Bank (if needed):<\/strong> Although you can no longer download it, you can still check to see if it is updated. If an update is required, you may not be able to use it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use Pok\u00e9 Transporter:<\/strong> If you want to move Pok\u00e9mon from older games like <strong>Pok\u00e9mon Black, White, Black 2, or White 2<\/strong>, you&#8217;ll need <strong>Pok\u00e9 Transporter<\/strong>. This application is used in conjunction with Pok\u00e9mon Bank to move Pok\u00e9mon from those older generation games.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Transfer Pok\u00e9mon:<\/strong> Once in Pok\u00e9mon Bank, you can deposit and withdraw Pok\u00e9mon from various boxes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Move to Pok\u00e9mon HOME:<\/strong> The ultimate goal for many is to get their Pok\u00e9mon into <strong>Pok\u00e9mon HOME<\/strong>, the current cloud storage service for Pok\u00e9mon on the Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. To do this, you&#8217;ll use the &#8220;Move Pok\u00e9mon to Pok\u00e9mon HOME&#8221; option within Pok\u00e9mon Bank.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pokemon_Bank_and_Pokemon_HOME_The_Connection\"><\/span>Pok\u00e9mon Bank and Pok\u00e9mon HOME: The Connection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Bank acts as a bridge between the older 3DS Pok\u00e9mon games and the newer <strong>Pok\u00e9mon HOME<\/strong> service. Pok\u00e9mon HOME is the successor to Pok\u00e9mon Bank and is available on the Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. It allows you to consolidate your Pok\u00e9mon collection from various games in one place.<\/p>\n<p>To transfer Pok\u00e9mon from Pok\u00e9mon Bank to Pok\u00e9mon HOME, you&#8217;ll need both applications.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Open Pok\u00e9mon Bank:<\/strong> On your 3DS and select &#8220;Move Pok\u00e9mon to Pok\u00e9mon HOME&#8221;.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Select Boxes:<\/strong> Choose the boxes you want to transfer.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Generate a Moving Key:<\/strong> Open Pok\u00e9mon HOME on your Nintendo Switch and generate a Moving Key. This key is a temporary code that links your Pok\u00e9mon Bank to your Pok\u00e9mon HOME account.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enter the Moving Key:<\/strong> Enter the Moving Key in Pok\u00e9mon Bank on your 3DS.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Begin the Transfer:<\/strong> Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the transfer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Once the Pok\u00e9mon are moved to Pok\u00e9mon HOME, they <strong>cannot be transferred back<\/strong> to Pok\u00e9mon Bank. Keep this in mind before initiating the transfer. The <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> offers great resources related to understanding the cultural impact of gaming, including Pok\u00e9mon.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are some frequently asked questions about Pok\u00e9mon Bank and its functionality after the Nintendo eShop closure:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Can_I_download_Pokemon_Bank_now_that_the_eShop_is_closed\"><\/span>1. Can I download Pok\u00e9mon Bank now that the eShop is closed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Unfortunately, no. If you didn&#8217;t download <strong>Pok\u00e9mon Bank<\/strong> before the eShop closure on March 27, 2023, you can no longer download it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Is_Pokemon_Bank_completely_free_now\"><\/span>2. Is Pok\u00e9mon Bank completely free now?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, <strong>Pok\u00e9mon Bank is now free to use<\/strong> for anyone who had it downloaded prior to the eShop closure. There are no subscription fees required.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_3DS_Pokemon_games_are_compatible_with_Pokemon_Bank\"><\/span>3. What 3DS Pok\u00e9mon games are compatible with Pok\u00e9mon Bank?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon Bank is compatible with the following games:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pok\u00e9mon X<\/li>\n<li>Pok\u00e9mon Y<\/li>\n<li>Pok\u00e9mon Omega Ruby<\/li>\n<li>Pok\u00e9mon Alpha Sapphire<\/li>\n<li>Pok\u00e9mon Sun<\/li>\n<li>Pok\u00e9mon Moon<\/li>\n<li>Pok\u00e9mon Ultra Sun<\/li>\n<li>Pok\u00e9mon Ultra Moon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Does_Pokemon_Bank_work_with_Pokemon_games_on_the_original_DS\"><\/span>4. Does Pok\u00e9mon Bank work with Pok\u00e9mon games on the original DS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, Pok\u00e9mon Bank is exclusively a 3DS application. To transfer Pok\u00e9mon from older DS games (Pok\u00e9mon Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, HeartGold, SoulSilver, Black, White, Black 2, and White 2), you&#8217;ll need to use <strong>Pok\u00e9 Transporter<\/strong> in conjunction with Pok\u00e9mon Bank. The Pok\u00e9mon can move to Pok\u00e9mon Black, White, Black 2, or White 2, and from there to the Pok\u00e9mon Bank via Pok\u00e9 Transporter.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_is_Poke_Transporter_and_how_does_it_work\"><\/span>5. What is Pok\u00e9 Transporter and how does it work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Pok\u00e9 Transporter<\/strong> is a companion application to Pok\u00e9mon Bank that allows you to transfer Pok\u00e9mon from <strong>Pok\u00e9mon Black, White, Black 2, and White 2<\/strong> to Pok\u00e9mon Bank. To use it, you need to have both Pok\u00e9 Transporter and Pok\u00e9mon Bank installed on your 3DS.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Can_I_transfer_Pokemon_from_Pokemon_Bank_back_to_my_3DS_games\"><\/span>6. Can I transfer Pok\u00e9mon from Pok\u00e9mon Bank back to my 3DS games?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can transfer Pok\u00e9mon back and forth between Pok\u00e9mon Bank and the compatible 3DS games listed above, as long as those are transferred locally within the 3DS. However, once Pok\u00e9mon are moved from Pok\u00e9mon Bank to <strong>Pok\u00e9mon HOME<\/strong>, they <strong>cannot be transferred back<\/strong> to Pok\u00e9mon Bank or any 3DS game.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_How_do_I_update_Pokemon_Bank\"><\/span>7. How do I update Pok\u00e9mon Bank?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Ideally you would do this via the eShop, however that is no longer an option. If an update is required it may no longer be possible to update the software. If you had the update before the eShop closure, it will be the latest version already.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_happens_if_I_didnt_renew_my_Pokemon_Bank_subscription_before_it_became_free\"><\/span>8. What happens if I didn&#8217;t renew my Pok\u00e9mon Bank subscription before it became free?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Since <strong>Pok\u00e9mon Bank is now free<\/strong>, you don&#8217;t need to worry about renewing any subscriptions. Simply launch the application and you should be able to access your Pok\u00e9mon. If you previously had Pok\u00e9mon stored in Pok\u00e9mon Bank and your subscription had expired, they should still be there.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Can_I_have_Pokemon_Bank_on_multiple_3DS_systems_with_the_same_account\"><\/span>9. Can I have Pok\u00e9mon Bank on multiple 3DS systems with the same account?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, it is not possible to link the same Nintendo Network ID to multiple 3DS systems simultaneously. Each system requires its own account.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Is_Pokemon_HOME_free_to_use\"><\/span>10. Is Pok\u00e9mon HOME free to use?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon HOME has both a <strong>free and a paid (Premium) version<\/strong>. The free version allows you to store a limited number of Pok\u00e9mon and has limited features. The Premium version offers increased storage capacity and additional features, such as the ability to transfer Pok\u00e9mon from Pok\u00e9mon Bank.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_How_long_will_Pokemon_Bank_be_available_for_free\"><\/span>11. How long will Pok\u00e9mon Bank be available for free?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Nintendo hasn&#8217;t announced an end date for the free availability of Pok\u00e9mon Bank. However, it&#8217;s safe to assume that it will remain available for the foreseeable future, as it&#8217;s the only way to transfer Pok\u00e9mon from 3DS games to Pok\u00e9mon HOME.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Can_I_still_redownload_games_and_updates_from_the_3DS_eShop\"><\/span>12. Can I still redownload games and updates from the 3DS eShop?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, while you can no longer purchase new games or DLC from the 3DS eShop, you <strong>can still redownload games and DLC that you have previously purchased<\/strong>, as well as download updates for games you already own. <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong> has additional resources on gaming and communities.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_What_happens_to_my_Pokemon_if_Pokemon_Bank_eventually_shuts_down\"><\/span>13. What happens to my Pok\u00e9mon if Pok\u00e9mon Bank eventually shuts down?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If Nintendo were to eventually shut down Pok\u00e9mon Bank, it&#8217;s likely they would provide advance notice and instructions on how to transfer your Pok\u00e9mon to Pok\u00e9mon HOME. It&#8217;s always a good idea to keep your Pok\u00e9mon backed up in Pok\u00e9mon HOME to ensure their safety.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Can_I_transfer_illegal_or_hacked_Pokemon_to_Pokemon_Bank_and_Pokemon_HOME\"><\/span>14. Can I transfer illegal or hacked Pok\u00e9mon to Pok\u00e9mon Bank and Pok\u00e9mon HOME?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Nintendo explicitly warns against transferring Pok\u00e9mon that have been created by means not approved by Nintendo, The Pok\u00e9mon Company, and its affiliates. Doing so could result in losing the right to use Pok\u00e9mon Bank and Pok\u00e9mon HOME.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Will_Pokemon_Bank_work_on_a_modded_3DS\"><\/span>15. Will Pok\u00e9mon Bank work on a modded 3DS?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>System updates can be performed the same way as they are on an unmodified 3DS: through System Settings, Safe Mode, or the update prompt when the update is automatically downloaded. However, using modified systems may violate terms of service and could lead to unforeseen issues with the software, if an update is required.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While the closure of the Nintendo 3DS eShop marked the end of an era, the fact that <strong>Pok\u00e9mon Bank is now free<\/strong> is a significant silver lining. It allows players to continue enjoying their Pok\u00e9mon collections and transfer them to the newer Pok\u00e9mon HOME service. So, if you have Pok\u00e9mon Bank installed on your 3DS, make sure to take advantage of this free service to safeguard your Pok\u00e9mon for years to come!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Does Pok\u00e9mon Bank Still Work on 3DS? The Definitive Guide Yes, Pok\u00e9mon Bank still works on the Nintendo 3DS, but with a crucial caveat: it&#8217;s now free to use. This change came about because the Nintendo eShop for the 3DS family of systems was discontinued on March 27, 2023. While you can no longer purchase &#8230; <a title=\"Does Pok\u00e9mon Bank still work on 3DS?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/does-pokemon-bank-still-work-on-3ds\/\" aria-label=\"More on Does Pok\u00e9mon Bank still work on 3DS?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-193141","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/193141","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=193141"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/193141\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=193141"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=193141"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=193141"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}