The 3DS is AWESOME in 2025, here's why | New 3DS tricks & performance

[@jitox]

One thing to note if you are a pokemon fan this is the ultimate console, you can play gens 1-7, romhacks, everything

[@somesalmon5694]

Yess, plus you've got pksm to transfer Pokemon incredibly easily forwards and backwards

[@johng1316]

Can you trade Pokémon? I the trade evolutions are some of my favorite Pokémon

[@guilhermeantonucci9403]

My 3ds is exclusively a pokemon machine - installed every single game on that thing. The only thing I find missing is a way to emulate link cable trade/battle on gen 3 games.

[@Taffeta004]

mario too, so many mario gems from snes nes and gba and the 3d world, luigis mansion even tho thats its own line, the mario and luigi line is my favorite line probably ever, bowsers inside story og ds version is phenomenal

[@DasherLV]

​@@johng1316 you can trade in th vc games, idk gen 3, and the rest can trade too

[@familhagaudir8561]

9:37 I know it's streaming from other hardware running it, but it's crazy to see Zelda BOTW on 3DS.

[@boburanus69]

Have you tried running BOTW on PC with CEMU? Amazing experience. 4k support, as many FPS as you can muster, motion controls, all of it. Basically blows away the BOTW experience on any current switch console, even docked with a nice TV.

[@volc4nico]

@@boburanus69I mean, with a good TV you can run the game at a sharp definition and at 120 fps without emulating it.

[@DaymiianSFT]

@@volc4nicohuh

[@volc4nico]

@@DaymiianSFT Look out for TOTK TrueMotion TV

[@colinm5548]

Checkpoint can also write save games from 3ds to cartridges

[@probablyhades]

It's a shame the 3DS line is so expensive on the second-hand market, hopefully they start to drop in the near future because they're amazing to own!

[@marc4008]

Honestly, I've seen the 2ds dropping in price on like marketplace. If you're not getting one of the new models, I'd go with the 2ds

[@madeinpavao]

It won’t drop. It’s just getting more expensive, cause it’s not manufactured anymore in a long time. And people do want it a lot

[@WindyREDPanda]

I was at a second hand shop i heard a Guy say He sold his New 3DS XL there and got $100. He said he regrets it cause the shop did minor repairs to it and have on sale for $300. What an idiot.

[@veekanine]

I feel this. I've been trying to track down an XL model (OG or "New") since March! But the prices are crazy high, so many listings online putting some pretty scratched OG models for over $300!!

[@nothanksfools]

@@veekanineI got an excellent condition 3DSLL which is the one from Japan on eBay for $180 including tax

[@setphoenix5455]

It`s crazy how much work the 3ds Homebrew Scene still puts in the Console. Porting games, making mods, keeping Online Multiplayer alive, just making the best out of the 3ds family it could ever be. Still one of my favorite Consoles, especially to take on a trip. Long live the 3ds

[@allyourbaseman]

You just earned yourself 2 new subscribers! One from me and one from some Nintendo attorney

[@andiexmushroom8915]

add my sub to the count! that ftp thing is really what i've been needing and i didn't even know it existed!

[@willia_music]

@@andiexmushroom8915 the new 3ds has a built in SAMBA share which I think is nice since it natively connects to a Windows PC. I haven't tried the FTP, but assuming they are both pretty slow transfer speeds so I'd go with the SAMBA

[@andiexmushroom8915]

@@willia_music the ftp works just great for me since i have an old 3ds, as You mentioned, the speed is not the Best but it's way more convenient for me bc i don't have any way to connect the micro sd to My pc and in addition i just love the idea of transfering files without extracting anything. (Sorry for my por english skills, lol)

[@bluelightning13]

Thanks!

[@Redostrike]

I've been running CFW for a while now and it's so amazing. I really like people are still actively developing stuff for the 3DS. It's the best console out there hands down. And with emulation this "beast" can play thousands of games in your pocket. What i did not hear in the video and people should be aware of is Streetpass. PLEASE KEEP STREETPASS ALIVE PEOPLE!!!

[@JoeFpoc]

I went to a video game convention in Wisconsin a few months ago and got like 50 people on street pass, first time i ever used it. Tried going other places with it on, grocery shopping, driving to work, at work, etc but can’t really see many people walking around with a ds/3ds in sleep mode other then a video game convention or swap meet

[@darkphase7799]

Was cleaning my house yesterday in preparation to move and I found my Zelda edition 3DS and my Vita. They have never been modified and it was completely by chance that I saw your video.

[@segagirladventurespico]

😮so cool❤

[@rawdirt2022]

Mod both

[@kingboo7784]

Both are absolutely incredible when modded. There's even a specific app on the Vita that grants access to every single title released and it's DLC, on top of PSP games and their DLC, and even PS1 games. There's infinitely more you can do as well!

[@heavenly_devil91]

It is destiny, my friend

[@thunderstar254]

​@@kingboo7784what's the name

[@butterccm]

The new 3ds has a built in way to access the sd card without removing the back plate. I've used it for years on mine with the exception of when I had first installed a larger micro sd card at one point. Go into settings and data management and there's a button there that lets you do what FTPD does without any homebrew.

[@CoulterPeterson]

Oh right I didn't try that but I saw the option - thanks for the tip!

[@dasfoote]

I don’t believe it functions on Windows versions after 8 though. But yes! It was very handy!

[@BrosciuttoJZ]

I'd like to see your 30 day challenge. I don't think it'll be too difficult, given its incredible library of games and how modern a lot of them still feel.

[@johnrickard8512]

The 3ds is quite a unique streaming target thanks to its dual screens and 3d output

[@tealias]

with how much the switch struggles to play switch games, saying that the 3ds runs 3ds games really well is actually worth mentioning cx

[@CoulterPeterson]

Lol good point

[@jonatastentadnv]

I LOVE my 3DS since it released, my 3DS XL broke then I bought a second handed and the buttons werent working properly, then I fixed it and I'm HAPPY NOW , I LOVE 3DS GAMES, Project X Zone, New Art Academy, Mario 3D Land and so many more, I'm crazy about Bravely Default too, I really love playing in 3d and the portability

[@sillywillywillysilly]

just curious, how did it break

[@GamingAndRCs]

acquired a 3ds xl today, charger comes in tommorow, so excited!!!

[@GamingAndRCs]

I got it and modded it, waiting for a game to install in FBI right now.

[@joelgrebinsilvestri]

where di u buy it and how much u paid please?

[@GamingAndRCs]

@@joelgrebinsilvestri my brothers gf gave me it lol

[@doslos5954]

@@joelgrebinsilvestri you can buy japanese 3ds's for much cheaper than regular ones

[@incognitobandito244]

​@@doslos5954where?

[@epezeroosiem]

Only bad thing about the sm64 port is that the camera doesn’t move automatically, like when there was a cutscene if Mario entering the castle for the first time I saw the outside of the castle, and not Mario in the castle, and sometimes in important moments it doesn’t move automatically too, without this problem it’d be perfect

[@СергійДмитренко-ю2ъ]

just dont use puppycam version build, it horible. Im playing in sm64 on 3ds without it. Awesome!

[@aaronmiller7031]

Thank you so much for that TwilightMenu shortcut, I have been looking for a way to do that! I modded my 3DS over a year ago now, and always wondered how I could!

[@erickbodom10v312]

I just got Twilight on mine as I wanted to start playing DS games, so thankful I came across that by chance. Saved me time trying to figure it out on my own

[@somesalmon5694]

I believe it's mentioned on the nds-bootstrap/twilight menu github/wiki

[@Big-Chungus21]

Online going down recently is a pretty big deal though. Pretendo is only able to cover a few of the popular games at the moment, but games like Fire Emblem Fates are honestly a lot less fun without online.

[@Seishiro...]

The linus tech tips face lool hahah

[@mxrp77]

To me, the new 3DS is the perfect handheld form factor, it just makes so much sense and is so aesthetic. I wish Nintendo would make a new console in this form factor, but with upgrades we've seen on the switch.

[@markymark9516]

My brother got me a 3DS for christmas this year, I'm literally so astounded by this handheld's potential so far in the future.

[@Mikey-wz5cq]

2:16 bold of you to assume I have a 3ds at all !

[@spencerpeterson3796]

Never diss the 2ds ever, brotha! It don't have hinges, which makes it infinitely more convenient than the regular 3ds! Facts!

[@joseinciarte3393]

I find it the most comfortable model and also the transparent models are the better looking special editions IMO

[@3dsmodding]

but the only downside i see with a 2ds. is it don't have an option to close, so the screens are more vulnerable to break. because they lack that closure protection. mine did twice and had to get it repaired both times.

[@Undefinedmark]

💯💯💯 Agree!!! Its the most comfortable and solid variant.

[@MisterBrodo]

...how does lack of hinges make it more convenient?

[@Knivesisi]

I want to see a shell swap mod for the o3ds to “slate-ify” it like the gba sp

[@Breakbeats92.5]

Omfg the Virtual Boy in 3D on the console is surreal. I've never seen graphics leap off the screen like that. It is something you have to see for yourself. The emulator is named Red Viper.

[@AlexMartin72201]

I totally agree that the 3DS is still an amazing system. I really like the idea of the 30 day 3DS challenge. I think you should do it! I might do it too.

[@alijahc038]

All this time, I didn’t know the pencil eraser on the 3DS actually had a use

[@steveybiggunzgaming8118]

I tried both Mario 64 versions. The one using dual screen lags a lot in 3d mode while the single screen one is fine , and I noticed the saves transfer between each version automatically which is nice.

[@Jester1one]

You forgot to mention IPS screens! They can make the value of your New 3ds go up substantially for instance I have a video with my hyrule edition New 3ds sadly I didn’t know about this when I bought it and the screens are TN these only go for around $320 while dual IPS ones go for $450+!! Crazy how expensive they can get it’s pretty much like comparing an OLED switch to a predecessor switch anyways great video!

[@micksterminator3]

Thanks for that import seed tip. There's random stuff that doesn't work sometimes with the three devices Ive modded throughout the years

[@NekoLovely607]

I modded my og midnight purple 3ds last year and later on brought a new galaxy 3ds xl and cloned my og data on there. I always wanted one and I brought it on Aliexpress. I don't blame you for buying something you always wanted and having the luck to find it when it's rare or super expensive.

[@akalalaimranrp]

I have two new 3DS XL and one new 2DS XL. 3DS is a must Nintendo Handheld console to own.

[@Elgar337]

I haven't had a console since Mega Drive and Game Boy. I recently decided to get back into it. If I had gotten wind of what the 3DS is earlier, I might have not even gotten a Switch. Now I'm browsing, searching for my first 3DS to buy in 2025.

[@CoulterPeterson]

Yea it's insane the size of the playable library on the 3DS in 2025 verses the Switch - best of luck in your search!

[@cow77cow]

Still got two New 3DS XL, still play much more than switch.

[@michaelramos4482]

Back when I was in College in 2020 I had a small side hustle of getting broken 3DS on marketplace, fixing and flipping them for some extra cash. The thing I regret the most was selling my original Limited edition Gold Legend of Zelda 3DSXL and my Cobalt Blue Luigis mansion edition because I got a NEW 3DSXL and didnt think I needed them anymore. In 2020 it was pretty common to see old 3DS on marketplace for 50-100$ depending on condition and size.

[@parkappanigga]

About the preinstalled games. It only takes that long because it has to convert the cia file into a game file you can actually play. Meaning, if you already have 1 device with that many games installed, you can simply copy and paste the entire sd card to another and put it into a different console, if it's modded I think. I got a new sd card a few days ago and simply copy pasted everything and it worked fine. I'm just not sure if the homebrewing is saved on the sd card or some type of seperate storage on the motherboard

[@jamiesplinter8758]

Metal gear solid snake eater ,, and resident evil are 2 reasons to buy this console the 3d was fantastic and worked so well from start to completion

[@ZazzleFraxx]

That twilight tip was the greatest thing ever after over a year of having to shut down Twilight completely

[@volc4nico]

2:33 “hd remasters” at 240p

[@willia_music]

using Sunshine on an already portable system to play on another portable system sounds absolutely surreal

[@MJBecbec]

I still love my 3DS, I actually have 3 of them, one is my OG one I have that is not Modded. then I have a Modded New 3DS and a Modded original wedge shape 2DS. so much games to play

[@qactustick]

The big drawback to the 3DS these days is how much it'll probably cost to get one. Especially one of the New models. Make sure to take great care of yours if you have one because you really won't want to have to buy a replacement if you can help it lol

[@Dirtbagmoto1]

Holy cow man thank you so much this is exactly what I'm looking for and also thank you for coupon code 😁😁

[@M64bros]

I'm planning on taking my 3DS with me tomorrow on a cabin trip and I'm going to do a video blog about it!

[@karlelmagnifico564]

😢

[@M64bros]

@@karlelmagnifico564 To make things sadder, unfortunately the trip was canceled cuz it was too hot, But I'm still going to another trip later this month on Idaho to see my cousins and I'm still taking my 3DS with me

[@Delthory]

Awesome Video!

[@Sam.Mercer]

Finding a good condition Hyrule ed new 3DS XL with dual IPS displays was magical for me. Will be in my collection forever

[@91MR2Racer]

Gotta go back and redownload those games that didn’t work! Thank you and the majoras 3ds looks awesome

[@umbalaumbalaxibua5773]

I do not only install 3DS games, but i also install DS games and first PS game (Chocobo racing). This device so great.

[@kriskorat]

The two monitor concept is just genius. I hope it comes back one day. DS is genius. The only thing I miss is graphics.

[@TheobaldLeonhart]

The wireless file transfer, is also useful like me. Someone who has a controller like grip on their 3DS (3DS XL for me), that can be a pain to take off

[@GabeWilliams]

I got my gold Majora’s mask years ago on eBay, and it’s still one of my favorite things I own.

[@LeoBaitFpv]

How this guy has just 2K subs? The videos are so god

[@Robato-yuh]

Have you checked out the gaming otter

[@antflam7473]

I still have my 2ds from a long time ago. I started to continue the Mario and Luigi superstar saga remake because I wasn’t good at RPGs when I was younger. My friend also jailbroke his 3ds and got pretendo on it and recommended me to do the same. I might try it

[@CoulterPeterson]

My favorite RPG of all time ❤️

[@licoriceYum]

2 week ago i got my 3ds, never had any handheld console before. I'm so happy😸

[@robertwolfgan]

Thanks, I liked your video and your taste, so I subbed. Question, is the 3DS arguably better than the Switch? All in all

[@VinceCarter755]

0:50 Why the dig at new coke bro it's been 20 years 😭

[@pokemontrainerbranden3277]

i got a new 3ds xl capture card 5 weeks ago and love it to bits!

[@georgestylianou7175]

What is the name of the things in the background that hold the Nintendos

[@stormk-1130]

What about battery life?

[@Zomboy4313]

I bought a new 3DS recently so I can’t wait to try it out

[@familhagaudir8561]

Awesome overview of this absolute gem of a jailbroken console. So sad it's not made anymore. I hope some manufacturer somewhere ( cough China ) makes a "Tree DS XL" to save the console from slow hardware degradation without new units.

[@keepitshort4208]

Modded 3ds or modded switch ?

[@blurx_0]

wish I had a 3ds

[@CatchGravity]

What about Japanese 3DS games, could we still run them on these? Like if we have the Cartridge?

[@QF_un_pez]

Yes

[@pimphandjesus4667]

Just ordered a New 3DSLL(the Japanese version of the console) a quick homebrew and an R button repair and it will be perfect, debating on installing a capture card too

[@GrabTheDoja]

My dad got me the majoras mask edition when the new 3ds dropped, and I wasn't there to get the package. It was regoin locked, and my dad thought that meant I couldn't use the console and sent it back without asking. So i got screwed out of that

[@CoulterPeterson]

Dang that sucks 😅

[@Azuredragon_08]

You sir have earned a sub

[@johng1316]

Can you trade Pokémon to get the trade evolutions?

[@mymiigamingui2059]

I wanta see you do a challenge to play your 3ds for 30 days it’ll be fun

[@n4recho677]

homie made a 12 min vid in almost one breath😂he was talking so fast, he blew my mind while blowing my mind🤣i didnt realize there was so much to do with the 3ds xl 😁mines been on the shelf for years, time to power this bad boy up! thanks for the vid #talkingOn3Redbuls😅

[@CoulterPeterson]

Lol yea I gotta work on slowing it down a *bit 😅 Glad you could still perceive the content! 😆

[@pokemarz2747]

I love my OG purple 3ds.

[@omegamanGXE]

I bought an excellent condition New 3DS XL from my local pawnshop for only $100, I lucked out!

[@Not_A_Hat]

I’m thinking of getting a new 2DS XL to mod for DS and 3DS games.

[@RuiZX1]

are there any videos showing how I can install games into my 3DS? I do have an R4 but I want the original 3DS icons on my N3DSXL

[@Kanshario]

7:54 I never played those games

[@WilsonFung-n9s]

how do we actually know if we got a real limited edition... or a 3DS with an aliexpress cover plate?

[@xybaexpert1139]

I just wish they made a circle pad pro for the new 3dsXL.

[@Low-effort-individual]

I really liked the og 2ds wish they did a update on that form factor but I still have my 2ds xl pikachu edition so I’ll have to get another just to mod

[@rp.1408]

Which one should I get? 3ds xl or 2ds xl?

[@CoulterPeterson]

Video on that coming soon!

[@linkofhyrule1121]

How to participate in the giveaway?

[@dan1the8man2]

A legendary device.

[@HeatherVN_GOTH]

I had a question, 🤔 are we still able to add friends on the 3ds/2dsXL handhelds?

[@thelazyidiotsclub806]

Hey! I’m looking for a 3ds atm. Do you know where I can find one?

[@PenguinsHockey9]

My old 3ds xl always hut my eyes without the 3d on. Is that normal

[@luvthedre]

can you do a tut on that mario 64 port

[@zetadroid]

I downloaded it from the hshop and it has no minimap. What am I doing wrong?

[@aytacdogan9383]

Couple days ago, some parents of a girl, who barely touched her metallic black new 3ds xl, sold it for only 140€ to me. It came with 2 games, one being Pokemon. Also with original nintendo charger and original package. Looks literally bramd new out of package! I was just couple days into looking for a new 3ds xl, and after sering how high these prices are, I instantly had to go and buy it at the same day I saw the console on sale.

[@CoulterPeterson]

That's a great deal - nice find!!

[@edsknife]

That Halo was SO fucking smooth. 👀

[@isaaccollazo625]

You can just clone systems to use the same SD card across multiple systems and access all the same data instead of having to go through the process of backing up all the saves, using the computer to transfer files over, then restoring them on the rather system. I have 6 systems running on one SD card seamlessly 😎

[@-dmm]

I was very excited to mod my switch last year and have been using it ever since and now I decided to order a New 3DS XL Metallic for $250. It comes with 32gb card, stylus, charger and it's a very good condition one. Some may say that's steep but I personally believe it will touch $300 for regular New 3DS XL models for good condition and not almost mint very good ones. I also understand you can emulate DS 3DS in a way on the Switch but it does not hit the same at alll. Can't wait to mod mine when it comes this week. Don't think prices will go down for New 3DS XLs, New 3DS models at least. Even the OG 3DS are up lol

[@CoulterPeterson]

I still need to mod my switch! Sounds like an awesome pairing to play a huge library of games 😁

[@AzyxA]

But is the new one dual IPS screens?

[@mikehunt9884]

still play my n3dsXl every day, it can do up to psx. I hope it never breaks.

[@luciid1387]

So happy I got a pokeball 2ds xl off eBay, before these things shot up in price lol. Paid $100 for mine, now they're double or triple .-.

[@iamtofuboy]

Not the Linus jumpscare 🫨 (It's my first time here)

[@candy-gh2rh]

4:17 - Not an expert nor did I try anything like this but if I had to take a guess, you'd have to convert the save file type from the one Mugen 64 reads to one that the 3DS can read. Normally this is done using a tool developed by other people in the community but I doubt one exists for this specific case

[@RE0XY]

The restored majoras mask 3ds the guy sells in the page are just reshell black 3ds The repro shells always make the same mistake xD But, if you like the design go for it! But is kinda annoyng that they dont clarify those 3ds Majora's mask shells are not original but chinise repros.

[@TommyHill-g8o]

I bought the original, they're all scruffed up, the paint is very thin. These are way better.

[@RE0XY]

@@TommyHill-g8o Certainly the original Nintendo paint stinks, I managed to keep my 3DS without the paint peeling off, always using a cover that protects it from the sweat of my hands and the environment, but I understand that the paint should have been better from the beginning

[@yam_game]

great video

[@corneliuspenner3820]

Do you have the 20th pokémon anniversary new 3DS

[@ChadBurdette88]

Bro you missed one of the best features It can play MOVIES in 3D. There was a site back in the day that had hundreds of converted movies to 3d. I have Spiderman, Sonic, Star Wars, how to train a dragon, and etc in 3D

[@CoulterPeterson]

Dip that's a great point! I need to try that 😁

[@Sir_AwgieDawgie]

So. You can play halo? Do you run it. And it just screens it to the Nintendo. Or. Can you go. On the go and still play?????

[@Byak0maru]

If you know how could you make a video showing how to randomize a pokemon file with this? Been trying but checkpoint isn’t really randomizing any encounters or anything like that