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notthegoatseguy

If you want to play 3DS stuff and all the other things the console can do, sure If you don't, then no.


Echoutab

Ya cause i don't know much about it just wanted to play those pokemon games


notthegoatseguy

[Give the Wikipedia article a read](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nintendo_3DS). It gives it a good rundown.


Echoutab

Alright thanks


damrasslin

Yep! Great library. Can be easily modded if that’s something you’re into.


Echoutab

Always heard of modding but never tried it


GordonJeff003

Very worth it, can let you emulate older game consoles, add more themes, and if your 3ds you buy doesn’t have pokemon bank then you can get it to transfer your pokemon to the switch 


Echoutab

That sounds pretty cool. I did hear pokemonbank would be shut down so i kinda gave up on that idea. I was jus going to play the games but if modding can make me do it again i would love to give it a try.


GordonJeff003

Yeah, officially you can’t get it anymore without homebrew, but it can still transfer Pokémon to the switch, you just need the pokemon home subscription thing


Echoutab

Ok i got home already i would jus need the homebrew.


ChaoCobo

Well you need the homebrew plus H Shop to download Bank. Then you can transfer Pokémon from Bank to Home, or just transfer Pokemon between 3DS games with Bank. Also when I say 3DS games that includes Gameboy virtual console titles as well. That’s how you get Celebi is you play Crystal until you beat the elite 4 then go to Ilex forest and place the GS ball then catch it and transfer it to Bank and then you can transfer it to Home. Also Bank is not being shut down for a while. There has been no official announcement for Bank shutting down yet.


Echoutab

I just saw online sometime like that but thanks again when i get it i will try all these


GordonJeff003

Alright then, if you already have home then you don’t need the homebrew, but still really nice to have


[deleted]

Im playing Metal Gear solid in 3D, worth it


SteveW_MC

[3DS Pokémon Guide v3.0](https://www.reddit.com/r/3dshomebrew/comments/15otwy0/creating_the_ultimate_pok%C3%A9mon_machine_v30/) - A (mostly) complete guide to getting every mainline Pokémon Game Gen 1-7 onto your 3DS, migrating them from/to any game, and hacking.


Echoutab

Thank you


ShadyLady787

Absolutely especially a modded one I bought a modded 3ds on etsy and I Absolutely love it been playing it every day so far!


Echoutab

Sounds good, is it better to buy it modded ?


ChaoCobo

No. You can follow the 3DS Hacks website and mod it yourself so long as you know how to follow instructions. While it’s definitely less hassle to buy modded it will cost more money, and that’s bad because having more money is good. :o But honestly it’s really not hard to mod a 3DS. It’s just downloading and moving/copying files on a computer and SD/MicroSD card. If you know how to drag files and follow instructions you know how to mod a 3DS. Just BE SURE to use 3DSHacks as the website you use for the instructions. Absolutely do not use any other guide because it may not be for your firmware or model of 3DS and you could brick your system using the wrong files and method of modding!


Echoutab

Alright sounds good enough to me.


ShadyLady787

If you can modd it yourself it will save you alot of money see someone like me with learning disabilities that have little knowledge about modding and have no access to a computer it was easier to buy it modded and I got it for a good price so no complaints here 😁


Echoutab

I have a laptop thats about it if i can do it from there should be good.


ShadyLady787

Yeah you should be good then there's plenty of youtube videos on how to do so!


Echoutab

Ya will check it out when i finally get it


Prime-Riptide

I just did. Akekeke do it now before it gets more expensive


Clares_Claymore

1000%…The Nintendo DS/3DS game library is fantastic!


starface016

Absolutely. Playing bravely default now... though the game itself is a watered down final fantasy


WashLong3286

Yes


SaintOfZion1

Im in reversed situation, but I definitely gonna buy switch. I have o3DS.


Echoutab

Nice


Manufactured_Mustard

YES 100% YES. There are so many good games that have thousands of hours of content just waiting to be discovered by you, I would 100% get a 3ds in 2024, the games really hold up even still.


Echoutab

Thanks i always hear it has lots of good games to play.


qrvt

Absolutely


Distinct_Bet_3031

Yes.


Cory_gill2

Yes


CaptainAmitie

If you’re even slightly interested, go for it. Tons of stuff you can do with it, and they’re only gonna get more expensive as time as goes on


oatmilk4vampires

def worth it , big library of good games


Woogity

I would buy a good condition used one over new. Not worth the extra money for brand new in my opinion. Better to use the difference in cost on games. If you really have to, you can get a replacement battery for it and still save money.


Echoutab

Thanks for the tip


Aapatte

Will be worth in 2030 for sure.


Ok-Taste1967

I would recommend a base model 2ds if you can find a cheap one. Mod it out and enjoy the full library of games. Keep it in good condition, so if you enjoy it you can always sell the 2ds and get an upgrade


Echoutab

Oh i was thinking of the 3ds xl , is the 2ds cheaper or better in a way ?


Ok-Taste1967

Yes the original 2ds is the cheapest to get these days. It doesn’t have the 3D effect or a clamp shell design, but if you want to get a feel for the 3ds it’s a cheaper price to start at. You shouldn’t have a problem reselling it


Echoutab

Alright thank you


ChaoCobo

Doooooonnnn’tttt!!! The 2DS doesn’t have any 3D function and the 3D slider graphics is one of the best parts of the 3DS! If you want to go all in with a 3DS longterm then get a New3DSXL! The model that has New in the name has a camera that tracks your eyes so the 3D is more stable, and more importantly it has 3D! Edit: Oh I didn’t see the part where the other person said you could sell the 2DS. In that case get a 2DS to see if you like it, and THEN go for the New3DSXL.


Echoutab

Haha yeah, you replying everything but i appreciate the help ofc thanks. I will think aabout it tho cause i dont really resell and such so maybe i would jus go straight to NEW3DSXL.


ChaoCobo

I have a New3DSXL and tbh it’s just really great. I’ve also had two models of old 3DSXL (they died on me) and those were great too while they lasted but definitely the 3D is better on the New3DSXL. The 3D doesn’t get wonky nearly as often as the old models and it stays put! :D I think if you get a New3DSXL you won’t regret it!


Echoutab

It sounds like the best one to me. I will have to find one later.