Can I also play Nintendo DS games on the Nintendo 2DS?

If you want to play your favorite DS console games on the newer 2DS console from Nintendo, this is usually possible. You can get all the information about the compatibility of DS games with other consoles in the DS series here. Also get an overview of the features of the Nintendo 2DS.

How you can play DS games on Nintendo 2DS

Because Nintendo 2DS is backwards compatible, you can also use it to play older DS games. However, the compatibility of the games does not apply to all DS games, as some DS games have a module slot that is not present on the 2DS console. Additionally, on the Nintendo 2DS console, you also have the option of using games that were developed for the 3DS console or the 2DS XL console. However, you will have to do without 3D effects when playing 3DS games on the 2DS.

DS games: An overview of the features of the Nintendo 2DS console

The Nintendo 2DS is a handheld console that was released by the Japanese manufacturer in 2013. In this regard, the 2DS console is considered a good entry-level model that is especially well suited for children and teenagers.

1. The Nintendo 2DS has two 3-inch and 3.5-inch screens, respectively, weighs 260 grams and, unlike its predecessor, is not foldable.
2. When you buy the Nintendo 2DS, you get, in addition to the console itself, the Nintendo 2DS stylus, an SD memory card with 4 GB, a Nintendo 3DS power supply and six AR cards.
3. Available is the 2DS console, which costs around 129 euros, in the three color combinations black-blue, white-red and pink-white.