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  1. Friend List on Nintendo Systems and Apps

     Information Nintendo systems and mobile applications include Friend List features to allow players to enjoy online experiences with their friends. These features may include seeing when your friends... KA ID: 67509 Meta-Answer ID: 54232

  2. Announcement of Discontinuation of Online Services for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U software

     Thank you very much for supporting our products. At 5pm PDT on April 8, 2024, online play and other functionality that uses online communication was discontinued for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U software... KA ID: 63227 Meta-Answer ID: 50407

  3. How to Download Replacement AR Cards and Booklet

     For the best results, use the following tips: Carefully cut out the printed area. Print on Letter size sheets. Always print in color. Avoid using glossy papers. We recommend using matte finish... KA ID: 618 Meta-Answer ID: 618

  4. How To Delete Your Town (Animal Crossing: New Leaf)

     In this article, you'll learn how to delete all save data and create a new town. Important Re-creating your town will delete all data so you can start over from scratch. If your town has reached a certain level in Animal Crossing: New Leaf - Welcome amiibo , Tom Nook will appear... KA ID: 9647 Meta-Answer ID: 9646

  5. Can I Play Nintendo 3DS Game Cards on a Nintendo DS/DS Lite/DSi/DSi XL System?

     No. Nintendo 3DS Game Cards can only be played using a Nintendo 3DS family system. KA ID: 402 Meta-Answer ID: 402

  6. Information on Nintendo Badge Arcade Service Discontinuation

     To Nintendo Badge Arcade users and those who decorate their Nintendo 3DS HOME Menu with badges In conjunction with the discontinuation of online services for Nintendo 3DS software , service for all... KA ID: 63231 Meta-Answer ID: 50408

  7. How to Update Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon

     In this article, you'll learn how to update Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon. Note Save data will still be available for use after downloading the update. After downloading the update, please do not delete the update data. Update data can be viewed in the Downloadable Content... KA ID: 28054 Meta-Answer ID: 22715

  8. Can I Play Nintendo DSi and Nintendo DS Games on Nintendo 3DS Family Systems?

     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 systems. However, some specific features or accessories that use... KA ID: 324 Meta-Answer ID: 324

  9. How to Update Software Downloaded from the Nintendo eShop

     In this article, you'll learn how to update games and applications downloaded from the Nintendo eShop. Complete these steps From the HOME Menu, select the Nintendo eShop icon and tap Open. On the upper left of the screen, tap Menu. Scroll down and select Settings / Other. Under the section titled... KA ID: 102 Meta-Answer ID: 102

  10. How to Update Pokémon X and Pokémon Y

     In this article, you'll learn how to install the update for Pokémon X and Pokémon Y. Note Save data will still be available for use after downloading the update. After downloading the update, please do not delete the update data. Update data can be viewed in the "Downloadable... KA ID: 1061 Meta-Answer ID: 1060
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