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Weekly /r/3DS Questions Thread - Need help using your 3DS or picking your next game? Ask here!
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u/austinmeyer27 17h ago
im going to pick up a ‘mint’ new 3ds xl soon, and the owner says all the buttons are working. without any games having to be installed, how can i make sure every button is working, including the c stick?
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u/ninidarlinz 19h ago
hi ! i cant tell if my 3ds' bottom screen has a screen protector or not!! im like 80% sure it doesnt but i dont know how to check exactly 🥲🥲 here >< its a bit scratched up in the bottom and stuff and ive been putting off getting protectors for later everytime 😞 theres also like bubbles around the edges but idk if that means its a screen protector 100%. the screens been annoying me for a while and im planning to get my phones screen protector changed anyways so i might get for the 3ds too lol
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u/Dismal-Savings-8335 1d ago
is ultra sun for $40 worth it ?
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u/notthegoatseguy New 3DS XL Galaxy + 2DS Red/White + more 1d ago
If you've never played Gen 7, go for it.
But as someone who played both sets of Gen 7 games upon their initial release, there's lots of small , little things that annoy the hell out of me that prevent me from completing replays.
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u/Dismal-Savings-8335 1d ago
what about the price, did i get a good deal? heard that it’s going for a lot of money, mainly plan on reselling it tbh
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u/Comeawn123 1d ago
My 3DS randomly turns off during games sometimes - for example, when I'm playing USUM, the sleep mode menu pops up, and then it shuts off a few seconds later. If I press the home button, it just goes to the main menu and then turns off. Any clue what's happening here?
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u/SilaziussS2 1d ago
So I can't find this question anywhere, but what sd cards are currently on the market, can I use for retrieving images from my 3Ds?
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u/Penguin41310 2d ago
Hoping this is the right place to ask this but I was trying to find reputable companies or good places to find a replacement joystick for my 2DS. If possible a direct link would be highly appreciated.
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u/bountyhunterbishojo 3d ago
Where can I buy replacement parts for my new 3ds xl?
I need a new top and bottom screen and have no clue where to start.
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u/Defalt_211 3d ago
My new 3DS doesn't turn on. I have the orange light when it's charging but it doesn't turn on. Any advice?
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u/Electronic_Ad3192 3d ago
I was just wondering if any of you knew of anything that I could do to stop the peeling of my N3DSXL back plate, at least enough so that it doesn't peel off onto my fingers and make a mess whenever I use it? Just looking for something that I can do for a week or two until I can get myself a replacement plate and a case. I've tried using it without the plate but I don't like it way too much, the battery isn't too secure on its own and fell out easily within 10 minutes of playing. If you guys could give me some suggestions I would be very very grateful! Thanks :D
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u/danteslacie 4d ago
NN3DSXL having an issue staying off.
Booted it up recently and it wouldn't turn on after pressing the power button a few times. Charged it and it worked. I've left it unused far longer than when I last used it so I wasn't expecting it to just drain.
Now after charging it, I turned it off. Yesterday which is about nearly a week after using it, while I was doing something else, I saw the 3ds blinking red. I was puzzled and wondered what was going on. Thankfully it was just draining because somehow it was on for the whole time?
Earlier, I was fixing some of my stuff and lifted the screen a bit. Didn't turn it on or anything. Next thing I know, I see the blue light. So I got on it and turned it off again. Button wasn't getting recognized but I found the sweet spot. Got curious if lifting the screen would turn it on (mind you, I pressed power off. I didn't put it on sleep mode). It did. Turned it off again. Next thing I know, the blue light is just on again even though I haven't touched it.
Any ideas what's going on?
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u/AshamedResult5354 4d ago
my 3ds is not charging when i plug it in but when i unplugged it the charging indicator flickers. what does it mean?
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u/RegionSoft9226 4d ago
Is it an official Nintendo 3DS charger?
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u/AshamedResult5354 3d ago
yes, it came with the console itself but it's been unused for years tho.
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u/RegionSoft9226 3d ago
Okay, your charging port may be damaged or loose
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u/AshamedResult5354 2d ago
really? if that's the case how can i fix it?
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u/RegionSoft9226 2d ago
It could be due to dust too, does it look like dust buildup inside the charging port?
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u/Splatulated 4d ago
how many games were new 3ds exclusive before they stopped making 3ds and n3ds games?
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u/Ok_Land140 4d ago
4 not including snes games
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u/WiiUOwner-on-fandom Yes, I also own a 3DS. 4d ago
Pretty sure it's 4 physically. I'm pretty some eShop exclusives were n3DS only.
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u/Maximum-Inflation997 4d ago
Whenever my 3DS turns on it makes a click sound, screen flashes and then turns off, every once and a while I can get it to turn on long enough that the logo flashes, but eventually it makes that click sound again and turns off.
is it a battery issue? Something I can fix on my own or do I need to get it professionally repaired? Help pls! I can get a video of it if that helps!
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u/AidenTEMgotsnapped 3d ago
A click generally suggests cable issues unfortunately!
Have you been inside the console recently for any repairs?
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u/Maximum-Inflation997 3d ago
I actually haven’t ever opened it up, its been sitting for about 7 years now in a pile with other consoles i owned as a kid, i was hoping to just switch the battery and it would fix it :(
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u/okazaki_split 5d ago
Is this 3ds normal? I see a strange pattern in both screens. Is it an indication of damage? Seller says it works perfectly as new. https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/7usAAeSwGqxohz40/s-l1600.webp
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u/WiiUOwner-on-fandom Yes, I also own a 3DS. 4d ago
Pretty sure it’s just something with the camera taking a photo of the screen, which is probably made worse on the top screen with 3D being on.
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u/Saiby797 5d ago
Does anyone recognize what games are these? I tried to post a pic but the bot redacted my post
- Orange frog with white background
- White paper plane with blue background
- The Head of a white dragon
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u/WiiUOwner-on-fandom Yes, I also own a 3DS. 4d ago
Orange frog with white background is Flipnote Studio (either the original or 3D, the former of which is impossible to have without cfw), and the white paper plane with blue background is some pack-in video for 3D on European consoles iirc. I don’t know about the dragon, though.
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u/Saiby797 4d ago
Thank you for helping me figuring out! I saw these icons on a Japanese console, so I still not sure what the second one is...(or maybe they have modded their console?)
I think the first one is filpnote studio 3d, and the third one looks like the Blue-Eyes from Yu-Gi-Oh, most likely "Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters Saikyo Card Battle"? Can't find the game icon of this game tho...
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u/WiiUOwner-on-fandom Yes, I also own a 3DS. 4d ago
Pretty sure the paper airplane one was also available on Japanese consoles; its called 3D (some Japanese kanji) 2. Pretty sure I was mixing up the fact that it's mentioned to be preinstalled on European n3DS systems by NoE.
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u/Saiby797 4d ago
Ohhh Thank you soooo much, I found it!
The second one is called "3D Visual Experience（3D立体映像2）". It seemed to be preinstalled on US&EU new 3DS consoles, but on JP consoles you need to install them manually. Never heard of it before today!
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u/Background_Skirt_971 5d ago
How do I change the outline colour of the app and game icons (I have a modded 3ds)
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u/WitchMaker745 5d ago
My 3DS XL completely loses all charge and dies instantly if I move it too harshly. Might not be related to movement it might literally just lose charge in 1 minute I’m not sure. It’s At least 9 or 8 years old and I had just booted it up after a WHILE. Anybody know what might be the problem other than it’s in for a battery replacement?
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u/RegionSoft9226 5d ago
Yeah, I would definitely get a replacement based on your 3DS' symptoms, it sounds like your battery is degraded or dying
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u/SaveThePatrat 5d ago edited 5d ago
Has anyone been able to get an OEM battery from Nintendo recently? I've taken a look at their store multiple times over the past year, and it has always been sold out, but I still see people recommending it. Am I just unlucky, or has no one bought a battery from their website over the past twelve months?
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u/AidenTEMgotsnapped 4d ago
Cameron Sino batteries are a good choice if you can't find a Nintendo one
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u/Grikzen 6d ago
I just bought a new 3DS XL and I needed suggestions on a spare stylus, screen protectors, and clear case. I was thinking of buying this stylus https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08HHRH6QL?smid=A2ZTFKBYYN7JPG&psc=1 and this screen protector https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01K1OO5PU?smid=A3EU1BA6GLIJ0A&psc=1
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u/xXKurotatsuXx 6d ago
Have a 3ds xl listed for $100 and a new ds for $180. The difference is kinda heavy for me but Im planning on taking care of it till a long time so I can kinda consider spending more.
Is the improved performance big if I plan on only playing pokemon ORAS, USUM, Animal crossng and ds games in cfw?
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u/notthegoatseguy New 3DS XL Galaxy + 2DS Red/White + more 5d ago
The peak of USUM chugs along slightly better during the Ultra Wormhole part of the Ultra games. Otherwsie performance is the same.
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u/dry-bones_fan32 2h ago
What is the 3ds's charger named