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Does 3Ds Play Ds Games?

James H. Sterling • • 6 min read
Does 3Ds Play Ds Games?

With the exception of a few games which require the use of the AGB slot, all Nintendo DS games are compatible with Nintendo 3DS family

Nintendo 3DS family
The Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo 3DS XL, and Nintendo 2DS systems are compatible with SD cards up to 2 GB in size, and SDHC cards of 4 GB and larger up to 32 GB in size. All other SD Card types are not considered compatible. miniSD and microSD cards are compatible with the use of an SD card adapter.
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Which 3DS models can play DS games?

The Nintendo 3DS and 3DS XL are backward compatible, meaning that both systems can play nearly every single Nintendo DS game, and even Nintendo DSi titles. To play a DS game in a 3DS or 3DS XL, simply insert the game into the 3DS cartridge slot and pick the game from the 3DS main menu.

Do 2DS games work on 3DS?

Dive straight into the Nintendo franchises you don't find anywhere else and experience The Legend of Zelda, Mario, Animal Crossing, Kirby and more! Nintendo 2DS can play all Nintendo 3DS games in 2D, and with an amazing catalogue of Nintendo 3DS games that's growing every month, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

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James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.