10 Games on the 3DS that I Keep Coming Back To

[@micahrobbins8353]

Kid Icarus Uprising is at the top of my list. It is tragic that Sakurai isn’t planning on making a sequel because someone seriously needs to revive this ip now. Even the goofy touch controls are a nice change of pace for a shooter

[@SquarePegs]

Uprising was on my short list. It's REALLY rough to emulate, unfortunately, so it'll probably have to wait until I can get a 3DS modded with a capture card, which won't be for awhile yet, sadly.

[@therealjaystone2344]

At least Bandai is making a remake of kid Icarus uprising but that’s only a rumor

[@victoriaross7717]

You can also change the controls a bit in the settings to make it easier

[@kingRichardSteve]

I too am going back to the 3DS this year even with having next-gen + Switch. There's just so many good games on the 3DS, so many underrated ones, and a good chunk of "hidden gems". Plus it's so much lighter to have on my hand, and play in short bursts! Loved the video and will try some suggestions that haven't played yet. (also a big Pokémon fan here and can't wait for SV)

[@SquarePegs]

Thanks so much for watching! It's an incredible console with a vast and wonderful library.

[@waltlock8805]

A few of my favorites on the 3DS: Fantasy Life, Shin Megami Tensei (all of them - especially Devil Survivor and IV), 7th Dragon III: Code VFD (crazy title but great game), Hatsune Miku Project Mirai (criminally underrated) Steamworld Heist (and the Steamworld Dig games), and Etrian Odyssey series (Nexus was a tremendous love letter/send off to the series).

[@CatzzMoney]

Fantasy Life was the most fun game for me. I think I clocked over 100 hours on it.

[@vallaurianv6024]

Great video! 3DS is never one I immediately think of when asked about my favourite consoles. I should though - it’s amazing. Such a shame there won’t be a pure Nintendo handheld again.

[@johnhancockretro]

Another great video. I have so many great memories of games on the 3DS. I too wish that it was easier to capture footage.

[@SquarePegs]

Thank you, my friend! I could probably do three or four more of this kind of video about the 3DS without too much struggle. :)

[@TitusConstantine]

Yo-Kai Watch 3 is one of my favorites that I always come back to. That series as a whole was overlooked

[@SquarePegs]

I haven't played 3! I've heard nothing but good stuff about it and I truly loved 1 and 2, but I forgot 3 existed!

[@TitusConstantine]

@@SquarePegs 3 is one of my favorite games. If you jailbroke your 3DS you should play it!

[@GameDadGrant]

Great vid. Glad to see that this wasn't a list of just first-party games. Everyone already knows Nintendo makes great games, so it's cool when 3rd parties and indies get brought up. And you're right about Codename S.T.E.A.M. - great game that not enough people got to check out.

[@SquarePegs]

Thanks so much! I appreciate you saying that and that you took the time to watch. :)

[@mattgtm]

Man am I glad for coming across your channel! It is absolute gold

[@SquarePegs]

Thank you so very much!! I appreciate it!

[@dr.shakib9961]

What a nice list and comfy video to watch.

[@10devongard]

Metroid: Samus Returns takes the cake

[@Remext]

Yeah, great game.

[@SquarePegs]

It'll definitely be leading the pack on the next video. I could have done easily 40-50 games without even really thinking about it. :)

[@therealjaystone2344]

Glad I bought it five years ago

[@SpectreOfTheWired]

Cool to see someone talk about Codename: S.T.E.A.M., I was one of those 31,000 people that bought it and you know what, it's a solid game for sure. I haven't played it in years but it holds its own little spot in my heart, even if I never finished it because I was waiting for my Marth and Ike amiibo to ship from the UK so I could throw them on my team and it took so long that I put the game down and never got back to it haha

[@SquarePegs]

It's a really solid and vastly unappreciated title.

[@AdamsBrew78]

I was two of those 31,000. Bought a physical copy for myself and a good friend of mine. It was such a bargain price for a solid gem.

[@tonyblauveldt4535]

Code Name STEAM is the best 3DS game, period. I have played it all the way through probably close to 10 times and unlocked every sub weapon and steam pack. I need a sequel to this more than any other title I've ever played. Thanks for including it!

[@8BitBoyUK]

Nice one, buddy, and you might remember me from HeaaapsOGames stream the other week so I decided to check out your channel. Great list mate and I absolutely love the 3DS. I definitely need to get a copy of Shovel Knight maybe on Wii U

[@SquarePegs]

I'm a big fan of your channel, so thank you so much for stopping by! And Shovel Knight is a must - it's great on the Wii U. :)

[@thepaper888]

I recently got all the gb/gba Pokémon games on eshop.

[@SquarePegs]

That's a great pickup to have on the 3DS. The older Pokêmon games are grindfests, but they're still really fun. :)

[@thepaper888]

I play 3ds a lot but usually older games like sor2 3d, mega man collections, Pokémon yellow, I have bravely default and link, but ocarina of time I play a lot.

[@humouroushawk]

Absolutely amazing list. Love the solid mix of indie, AAA, and first party rep, but I GOTTA mention my boy Pit in Kid Icarus Uprising!

[@SquarePegs]

Thank you so much for watching! Uprising will be in the eventual second video. 😁

[@humouroushawk]

@@SquarePegs awesome! Already subbed and can't wait. Keep up the good stuff!

[@DS9megafan]

I appreciate this list as it’s definitely different from the typical ones here on KZbin. Any chance on a current “10 Games” list?

[@SquarePegs]

Hell yeah I can. How about next month? I've got a Neogeo Pocket Color version next week, but I'd love to revisit the 3DS as well!

[@DS9megafan]

@@SquarePegs Thank you in advance! I’ll definitely will be looking forward to it… Already liked this video and I’m also a subscriber too!

[@outletpro]

Gasp! How dare you not have Skylanders Swap Force 3DS on your list. I'm kidding of course. If you ever decide to add it to any lists for videos please let me know if you want any info from behind the scenes. My levels were Shimmer Shard Shire (In Crystal Caverns), all 3 of the Undead Fiesta levels, and the last level/boss fight Clockwork Arena. I based many things on movies I love as well as getting extremely mad that my original designs were scrapped for what became the Crystal Cavern levels.

[@Mojomanmax]

I remember getting codename STEAM on preorder from GameStop when it came out. Going into it I thought it was a third person shooter, I didn't know it was turn based and that really disappointed me when I finally got the game. I never completed it due to that fact. One day I'll give it a proper playthrough.

[@SquarePegs]

It's worth a playthrough, it truly is. But I can completely understand why you'd have thought it was a 3rd person shooter based on the way Nintendo presented it in ads!

[@gaius5901]

Having a CFW 3DS in 2022 makes the possibilities absolutely endless

[@wowthatsrad]

Where do you get the 3ds games from??

[@kennypitts4829]

​@@wowthatsrad are you a fed?

[@luisarriaga774]

Nice video man

[@SquarePegs]

Thanks for checking it out, Luis! I appreciate it! :)

[@Taisonike]

This is the first time that I come across your channel and I’m really surprised. Your videos have a really good quality and I like ur voice ! (Sry for my bad English)

[@SquarePegs]

Thank you so very much! And your English is better than mine frequently is. 😁

[@jameskozy7254]

I love the 3ds. Fire emblem awakening and echoes, pokemon omega ruby, Mario 3d land, animal crossing new leaf.. So many good memories

[@GameCubeGalaxy]

Another amazing list! I’ll admit (with shame) I never finished Zelda A Link Between Worlds…I need to do that lol. NES Remix is so good and glad to see someone else who keeps returning to it! Would love to see a SNES Remix on Switch! Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse…sublime game that I couldn’t put down! Also, love that Codename STEAM got a shoutout! Such an underappreciated gem! Awesome video again, my friend!

[@SquarePegs]

Thank you my friend! I always appreciate your feedback on these videos. :)

[@Vivicloud01]

Enjoyed the video, wouldn't mind seeing you drop a video once a month leading up to the closure with games you keep coming back k too. Thanks for the suggestions.

[@thepaper888]

I did not know Cave story 3d existed.

[@MTG69]

Love the DK County music during the intro.

[@daddykarlmarx6183]

Maybe it's not as good as 3d world but I've beaten Mario 3d land several times, it's fun, charming, and I can get through the whole game pretty easily in 1 or 2 sessions making it a go to if I'm bored and don't know what else to play or I don't want to focus on a story, also the oot remake is arguably the definitive version of the game and is a classic

[@SquarePegs]

You know, 3D Land might get overlooked for 3D World, but I'd challenge anyone who thinks it's inferior. It's legitimately one of the best games on the 3DS, and one of my favorite Mario adventures. And I love both OOT and the Majora remakes, great suggestions!

[@daddykarlmarx6183]

@@SquarePegs unfortunately Majora's mask 3d has some short comings that prevent me from saying it's the BEST version but otherwise I definitely agree and it's still one of the best games on the system

[@squills1]

@@SquarePegs 3D land is a way better game imo

[@retroman--]

Red Viper...Metroid Samus Returns....can't be happier I just bought a new 3ds xl. Love it so far

[@benstylus]

I've recently gotten back into fantasy life... and am about 200 more hours in since then. Rayman Origins I tried to like the 3DS version, but it really looks so much better on the PS3. Still cool to have portable though.

[@JrueMango]

Great video! USUM and LBW blow me away. So many games I still have to play

[@noeliasantaren8211]

3DS best console ever 😍😍 and my list would start by... Ever Oasis Fantasy Life Luigis Mansion 2 Nice video ☺️thanks!

[@SquarePegs]

Excellent list! Thanks so much for watching!

[@AttacMage]

I spent hours playing the S.T.E.A.M. demo. Never got it, but I remember really digging it.

[@SquarePegs]

The good news is you can pick it up brand new for less than the cost of a large pizza. 😂

[@crashbox1011]

I absolutely love mighty switch force 1 and 2, especially 2. It has mario sunshine water mechanics but in a 2D platformer with new mechanics mixed with megaman, stunning graphics and music. The first entry in the series was really cool and the second game blew me away. It’s a really underrated game and way forward just makes amazing games.

[@RetroRivals]

Like you said, there are so many fun ds games it’s hard to please everyone. Those are some stellar picks. One of my favs is Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow. Fell in love with it and couldn’t put it down I supposed that’s a DS game and not 3ds 🤪 awww well

[@JiminyCrickets]

Yea, I remember that all the castlevanias on the DS were being pretty freaking amazing! I remember loving the shit out of Order of Ecclesia too!

[@CaptainJack67]

I ADORE Codename Steam. I would love to see a sequel with even more literary characters. Such an underrated game.

[@SquarePegs]

100% agreed, Cap! Sadly I think it's going to be one of those forgotten Nintendo IPs that we'll never see again.

[@infinityGtd]

That the same game I go back too can you put a list of top 3ds of all time

[@SquarePegs]

I can absolutely do that next month. :) Thanks for watching!

[@infinityGtd]

@@SquarePegs awesomeness!

[@JimMorrisonsBathtub]

You're definitely telling some facts about Code Name STEAM. It's probably tied with the Zelda games and the Fire Emblem games for my favorite 3DS game and in a way it even outshines those because there's nothing else like it (at least as far as I know) whereas you can always play Zelda or Fire Emblem on other systems. You even nailed the price I paid for it- $12 new.

[@SquarePegs]

It's a truly unique game from Nintendo. Valkyria Chronicles from Sega is a very similar structure if you're looking for something in the same vein!

[@benjaminsavage4204]

I'm gonna buy several of those, thanks.

[@jw6588]

3DS is one of my favorite consoles, and I own a stupid amount of them because of the various models. Fantastic device!

[@princeofpersia2161]

FINALLY someone who appreciates cave story XD but then again bro I can also recommend to you the original cave story the non 3d version for nintendo 3ds yes that also exists i bet you can find it a specific very certain e-shop substitute that everyone has been talking about.... XD 👍🐢

[@SquarePegs]

I shall sail the seven seas, ye scallywag. ;)

[@thepaper888]

subscribed

[@SquarePegs]

Thank you so much for being here!

[@yomomspimp13]

Metroid Samus Returns #1

[@SquarePegs]

It's a magnificent game! It will absolutely be on my next 3DS video. :)

[@GunMetalJackal]

Im a huge fan of the Ubi Arts Rayman games(even the mobile runner ones, they are excellent) but the 3DS port of Origins was abysmal. I highly recommend the Vita version if you can snag that one.

[@SquarePegs]

Agree to disagree, I quite enjoy it on 3DS. But I'll be on the look out for the Vita release!

[@Nick-Nasty]

Steam version is perfect

[@jennaragan4571]

Lol I own one of those 31,000 Code Name Steam games. I played the demo and immediately went to purchase it at GameStop. Sadly, I have not got pass the final boss, or at least I believe it's the final boss. Any pointers on that?

[@ianswift3521]

well, we can't all have good taste. Happy youtubing and best of luck to you.

[@SquarePegs]

Thanks very much. Sorry it wasn't what you were looking for! Hope you find someone who's opinion aligns with your own. :)

[@samanthaazira]

I might have to pick up code name steam it sounds up my alley

[@ColdSteelKid]

Nice seeing such an interesting collection of games. Added Codename STEAM to my wishlist. I am a little ashamed to admit that I purchased Bravely Default based on the gorgeous cover. JRPGs always have such great painted covers.

[@SquarePegs]

The amount of games that have sold me on them based entirely on their covers is too high to count.

[@First-Last_name]

I'm actually shopping around hoping I don't miss some special gem. The shop ends here on the 26th at like 5am. Edit: nothing really new to me but all really good games. Lately I've been playing all the SMT games on my 3ds. Thanks for reminding me code name S.T.E.A.M exists

[@SquarePegs]

You're most welcome! Thanks for checking the video out. :)

[@charliegolding9439]

agreed about codename steam - quite enjoyed it

[@pikminexpert3747]

I have that same 3ds in the thumbnail and was wondering how much is it worth now? I haven’t touched it in such a long time and now I’m curious. (Also, you should of put “Kirby Mass Attack” on the list)

[@SquarePegs]

That particular 3DS goes for around $430, according to Pricecharting.com if it's complete in box. And Mass Attack is an excellent suggestion! There's an endless wave of excellence on the 3DS. :)

[@TrevRockOne]

I'll give you a top 5: Zelda: Link between Worlds Dragon Quest VIII Metroid: Samus Returns Shin Megami Tensei IV Mario 3D Land Still so many games I need to play through.

[@SquarePegs]

That's a murderer's row of incredible games!

[@andrewdowell6474]

Codename STEAM was awesome, I wish I gave it a chance sooner

[@SquarePegs]

Very much the same. I picked it up brand new after everyone had already given up on it for legitimately like $8. It's a ton of fun!

[@thepaper888]

Don't forget to like your 3ds and Switch accounts, so you can add funds to switch and spend them on 3ds. Until March 2023.

[@SickTruck]

I got Codename STEAM for $5 sealed at a local game store and it's awesome.

[@ericleyba3157]

1. Dragon Quest 7 2.Dragon Quest 8 3.Shin Megami Tensei 4 4. Shin Megami Tensei 4 Apocalypse 5. Yoshis Wooly World 6. Metroid Samus Returns 7. Mario Kart 7 8.Link between worlds 9. New Yoshis Island 10.Pokemon Omega Ruby/ Alpha Sapphire

[@SquarePegs]

Awesome list!

[@victortacuru8849]

Steam World Dig 🤘

[@SquarePegs]

Anything with the Steam World name in the title is MONEY.

[@TheNintendoWizrad]

Liked the few unusual suspects. Rayman origins is a fantastic game. First vid i saw from you! Subbed.

[@SquarePegs]

Thank you so much! I truly appreciate that. :)

[@johnforkner]

Kid Icarus Uprising

[@SquarePegs]

Pit will decidedly be in the next iteration of this video down the road. It's too good of a game to ignore. :)

[@GenerationPixel]

I'm pretty apathetic when it comes to handheld games, but that Bravely Default and Codename: S.T.E.A.M piqued my interest 🤔

[@SquarePegs]

They're fun!

[@riccccccardo]

I have tons of games I’ve not played on my 3ds but loving my new Xbox sx so much 😊🙈😅

[@Bijuklich]

try rhythm heaven megamix....

[@SquarePegs]

It's in the backlog now! Thanks for your suggestion! :)

[@NYCJoeBlack]

FANTASY LIFE STELLA GLOW MONSTER HUNTER 4: ULTIMATE MARIO KART 7 RADIANT HISTORIA RUIN FACTORY 4 SUPER SMASH BROS. 3DS NSBM 2

[@SquarePegs]

Each and every one was on the original like 40+ game rough draft. They'll all feature down the road!

[@chaseedwards7024]

Rayman Origins is excellent. I have it on Vita and yeah, one of the best 2D platformers period.

[@kiirabu197]

I think a "Mario & Luigi" collection on Switch is not very likely, considering Alpha Dream went bankrupt. Though my bigger issue is that Bowser's Inside Story especially (unfortunately haven't played the other ones yet) benefits greatly from a secondary screen and other features such as the microphone or rotating your DS. All that is not really possible when playing on one TV screen. The magic of having the game take up two whole screens in some points in the game would be gone. Huge sacrifices would have to be made to the point that you'll just want to go back to playing on your Dual Screen again. You'd constantly be reminded that you're playing a game just not made for this console. But sure, the GBA game could easily be made available through an inevitable NSO service for Game Boy games.

[@SquarePegs]

You're absolutely right with regards to Inside Story, that would require an extensive redesign.

[@kosterix123]

Play Penguin on 3ds card games collection!

[@kosterix123]

I really don’t like codename steam. Too linear. It wants to be xcom but utterly fails. The best thing about the 3ds is that you can play all the thousands of great rpg and strategy games from the DS. 3ds library isn’t better than DS.

[@SquarePegs]

Eh, agree to disagree. It's a preference, so we're allowed to have differing opinions. :) Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

[@kosterix123]

@@SquarePegs 3ds card game collection is cheap and a hidden gem.

[@6SamChat9]

Kirby triple deluxe

[@SquarePegs]

Absolutely excellent suggestions!

[@CatzzMoney]

I love 3DS, but I thought DS has more greater hits than 3DS.

[@SquarePegs]

I'd probably agree with you! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hH-uiGqjgMubbs0

[@Kakaragi]

Anyone played 3DS Senran Kagura Burst here?

[@swinetower]

Codename: STEAM. Good, tired of seeing this one get shit on cos it was devved for a western market. its *really* damn good and one of very few games for this platform where the 3D features present a strategic challenge.

[@SquarePegs]

One of the games I legitimately love the 3D on because of what it adds. :)

[@pranavsai5761]

Yo kai watch 3

[@res1tah71]

Hes cute

[@SquarePegs]

Thanks! My wife agrees with you. :)

[@PostUberClarity2.0]

Sup

[@SquarePegs]

@@PostUberClarity2.0 Living the dream. You?

[@PostUberClarity2.0]

@@SquarePegs same bro

[@SquarePegs]

Hope all is well my man. Thanks for stopping by the channel.

[@PostUberClarity2.0]

@@SquarePegs good video 🫡

[@justaglassofmilkwithintern7493]

I pirate my games so I’m fine

[@SquarePegs]

That's nice.

[@nirgunawish]

pirating all but the indies