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Answered 2011-09-05 16:33:10
The Nintendo DS is fully backward compatible with Nintendo DS games; however, the Nintendo 3DS does not have Slot 2, as seen on the Nintendo DS and Nintendo DS Lite, so those features will not be supported. Additionally, DSiWare games will be available to download on the Nintendo 3DS after the software update in May 2011.
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No, the Nintendo 3DS plays 3DS games, DS games, DSi games, and DSiWare games.
Can the Nintendo 3DS play DSiWare?
Yes; the latest update allows you to transfer DSiWare to a 3DS, from a DSi. You can also buy DSiWare on the Nintendo eShop.
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Can you play playstation games on a Nintendo 3ds?
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The NES cannot play Nintendo 3DS games. (Obviously)
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Can you play Nintendo DSi games on the Nintendo 3ds?
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Can you play regular Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS games on Nintendo 2DS?
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