the Nintendo 3DS is here to stay 

the Nintendo 3DS is here to slay

I love how all of us probably watched the same sequence of videos talking about not missing some games of the eshop and ended up here, with a homebrewed 3ds and a very nostalgic feeling.

Whats really depressing is getting a 3ds now and not being able to use street pass because it genuinely is dead. Bring back the 3ds. For those of you with a 3ds, take them with you everywhere please, lets revive this thing.

Every time I return to the DS consoles, I’m always amazed at their innovation, and how damn good they are. And the accessibility to just shut it and go. AMAZING. Really well crafted story here, Nicholas. This was a great video.

I relate to your story spiritually, I eventually homebrewed my 3DS after losing/selling all my physical copies and my switch games mostly being digital! Now we have the juice!

I used to think that the 3DS was completely obsolete with the coming of the Switch, and I was considering selling mine (my 3DS is a special edition NES so I thought I could make a few bucks), but recently my friend bought one and told me I should buy it so I can ACNL with him, little did he know that I loved that game when I was younger. Somewhat inspired, I grabbed my old, scratched up 3DS and wasted five straight hours just playing New Leaf (not to mention all the other games, like Samus Returns, Ever Oasis, Happy Home Designer, a ton of Pokemon, etc.). And now, I bring the thing with me everywhere, which a lot of my friends have made jokes about. The thing was my childhood, and I hope it’ll someday be apart of my adulthood. Maybe even my kid’s childhoods.

I think the closing of the E-shop, made homebrewing way more relevant.

I'll never get bored of my 3ds, nor my DS games. It's just such a big era to me and pretty much took over almost my entire life so far. And when i first homebrewed/modded it, i just felt like that was the right thing to do since i knew that despite what Nintendo will do, the fans won't stop making this console keep it alive for the longest time as they can. And i'm in joy just knowing this.

From the dual screen gaming experience to the actual 3D, this system continues to blow my mind and find its way back into my hands. The catalog has so much diversity and charm its been a lot of fun going through some of these as of late. Makes you wonder what happened to all the charm and uniqueness (Mii maker, Streetpass, Themes, Music, etc) and how its just absent on the switch. Not sure we'll ever have two screen or Stereoscopic gaming again, sad. Anyways, great video brother, earned a new subscriber, always looking forward to quality 3ds content, keep it coming!

The end of an era type scenarios always make me feel like a loved one has died. Something that brought us so much joy has finally reached its end

found you randomly on my home page; nice video!

Man, if I had just been a few years older with more disposable income I would have gone all in on the New 3DS faceplates lol. Kicking myself for not getting one as I kinda find the XL to be uncomfortable after a while. Definitely feeling the 3DS love now that a some years have passed since moving on to the Switch. Nice video 👍🏼

I also recently homebrewed my 3ds because of this, I didn’t want to lose most of my digital games. Once I finished homebrewing I pirated lots of games, then I did the this that makes the 3ds eshop not close. Although I could download them again, by pirating, I don’t know if it would erase my data. Also, You are underrated and need more subscribers! At first a thought you had thousands of subs but only 100+? Keep on doing your videos! Never give up! You can do it! Edit: THANKS I NEVER KNEW THIS WOULD GET THIS MUCH LIKES!!!

Just began to feel the pressure of the eShop closing and my chance to revisit this piece of my childhood recently. I got a Steam Deck a while back and after emulating some GBA on it, I realized how good it felt to play games on hardware close in feel to the original layout (Obviously the SD has a lot going on, but a D-pad and a few buttons on either side of a rectangular screen just felt natural). There's nothing out there today like the NDS/3DS line. I just picked up a new 3DS to ensure I can go back and experience all those great games the way they're meant to be played again.

The 3ds will always be one of, if not my favorite console of all time. My first one was the link between worlds special edition and the memories I had playing that game and OOT3D will always be my favorite gaming experiences of all time. Now I have the snes new 3ds version and I still play it all the time. Since I hacked it I can continue to download and play any title I want and I'll never forget about this trusty little guy. Truly a perfect system

I hope this doesnt sound weird but this was a really sweet and sincere video. Im big into emulation and gaming handhelds but a lot of my most favorite games were on the 3DS so emulating them on hardware other than the original 3ds console just doesnt feel the same. You've definitely talked me into getting a 'New" 3DS just to house all my old favorite DS and 3DS games.

Man’s cinematography , storytelling and thumbnail design improve drastically compared to the previous video , any secrets young man I’m eager to learn

Nah fr tho. I was the same way about wanting to keep my system pure as can be, but like you I also decided to homebrew mine as well as my friends lol. It’s crazy because the DS really was a big part of our childhood and it’s sad to see it go which it doesn’t deserve! Anyways well done Nicholas, this video truly meant something as someone who only grew up playing handhelds.

Please never forget the 3DS, it is such a beautiful handheld that nails everything we've been chipping away at over the years. Incredible console that still holds up with a strong library

I managed to bust out my 3DS XL recently. I am blown away at how much the idea of the DS and its technology, still hold up today. It’s the same size as my phone just more thicker, and I actually get more enjoyment out of it than my phone, during down time.

I would like to note the following. While the 3ds official servers will be shutting down eventually in a few years (beyond eshop closure) a fan project called pretendo has sprung up! While it is currently patreon exclusive, it is eventually planned to become free to the public. The services has even found was to preserve features like splatfests in the original splatoon on wii-U! I am confident, as both a retro enthusiast, and a tech nerd, that the 3ds is here to stay because of the amazing work of fans.

id just like to say how beutifully shot this video is, the lighting in the intro is sooo nice

The shot of you playing the 3ds in front of your escape the planet poster was so simple, and neat, I enjoyed it a lot.

The 3DS was its own special kind of magic. I stopped playing it from around 2015 - 2021, but once I picked it back up again I remembered just how much I loved it.

Amazing and high-quality video! I also recently started falling in love with my old 3DS again and then I upgraded and bought myself a JP New 3DS and modded it! Modding it unlocked soooo much and I'm just motivated now more than ever to play my old games and the games I missed out on like Ocarina of Time and Metroid Samus Returns. Taking it everywhere now has made me realize how the 3DS was such a big part of my gaming years. Also, bro, you need more subs I thought you were a big channel!

Great video. I have always been afraid to homebrew my 3ds and I still haven’t done it but think I will after the eshop closure. Also FANTASTIC choices for music throughout this video. They are all extremely nostalgic and remind me all of my childhood. Keep up the great work!

I might be a gen z but I grew up with the ds it was honestly one of my favorite things ever.

Love this. Been shopping for a 3DS all week after hearing about the closure and this popped up in my feed. Was bidding on a lot yesterday and lost on some expensive lot of games and a system. So glad I did. Just ordered a system and will homebrew it. Great video man!

Such a good video essay about the nintendo 3ds. In recent years ive picked the ds back up especially because of the 3ds pokemon versions, mario games, lego games ect. Its nice to see a guy talk with the same amount of passion and nostalgia about something you adore. Hope to see more vids like this!

The 3DS is such a great portable console. I remember being 22 in 2012, I got hurt at work and I was off for several weeks. I took some money and I got the red 3DS with Super Mario Bros. 2 and Zelda Ocarina of Time. I was really happy with my purchase!

I was shocked to see that since the shop is closing, which should maybe impact the price point…. It is still a full $40 to purchase a game. It would be cool if there was a closing sale (maybe there will be and I’m just not aware?) so that 3DS users could pick up some games before the chance is lost.

Absolutely amazing video. It’s hard finding small channels like these so once and a while it’s refreshing to watch stuff like this. Extremely underrated as well, I can tell just by the amount of effort put into this you will start getting more attention

I felt exactly the same way about homebrewing my consoles but with the rapid closures of all these stores my mind completely flipped. I will be homebrewing my 3ds shortly. :)

I’ve never owned a 3ds before but I feel the exact same way. There’s just something so comforting about just sitting down and playing for hours on end with no worries whatsoever.

Man, you started off the video with new leaf 11 pm? AND the end of the 3DS Eshop? You can’t one-two-combo punch my heart like that!🥺

that Extras Menu - sonic mega collection really sent me straight back into my ten year old self. I almost started crying. dammit.

Shocked that this channel only has 1.6k subs. You got a really good knack for storytelling and writing. Definitely will be looking for more.

I guess it’s in the air. I just recently randomly got the urge to buy a new 2ds xl and I just homebrew’d it. Can’t wait to play all the games I used to play as a kid!!

I never had a 3DS growing up despite how much I wanted one. It sucked since I got to play on one of my friend’s 3DS and it was FUN!!!! But the tragic bit was that when my mum finally said I could get one for my birthday, they were discontinued. I’m upset I never got to experience that joyous experience that so many people have talked about. But this passion for the 3DS that I still have to this day more than a decade later has led me to start saving up to get one second hand. I’m very excited! I hope I’ll be able to feel the joy that many have described despite missing out on online features 😊

it reminds me of the psp early homebrewing days and iphone jailbreaks. man glory days of enjoying the product to its fullest. i was able to hack the 3ds and it has been amazing to replay so many games i lost physically, this and the wii u are probably the last time i think well see this type of homebrewing. even the whole process was nostalgia of the early days.

wow! Your editing and camera skills are insane! I expected you to have at least a million subscribers. Well you are one step closer to 1 million. Keep up the good work.

when nintendo disables all the options, piracy will OBVIOUSLY get involved

I still play on my 3ds every day, my favorite game is Mario and Luigi dream team, alongside Luigi's mansion dark moon and Minecraft new 3ds. Homebrewing it is a must in 2023

I still play my 3DS XL very often. Games like Fire Emblem Awakening, Gotta Protectors, Wario Land 2, Super Mario Bros. are what keep me entertained. I still have a huge smile on my face when I boot it up and peruse the list of games I have for it. Nintendo really needs to put their entire handheld library on the Switch. I like Nintendo Online as a concept, but they are dragging their feet with the games they are adding to it.

duuuuude you totally deserve tons more subscribers considering this amazing production quality!! your vids are really really good!!

Currently in the process of homebrewing my 3ds and I'm planning on buying a new 2ds xl too if this one ever dies on me. I love this system to death

I've also been playing the Ace Attorney games, and it's really sad that the second trilogy will be pretty much inaccessible outside of homebrewing :( great video btw!

Brilliant editing, dude. :)

Man, using my handed down 3ds recently that I barely used at all, makes me wish I used it more and that the switch had its quirks and personality, I like having cool themes and cool background console music

this title brought me here. i remember when dad came home and brung me and my siblings a dsi i wanted one for so long and even asked santa for a pink dsi.. i was so happy but with four siblings we were very destructive especially since i was i believe 6 or 8 not sure but every year i always feel nostalgic when thinking about my many ds’ i had. the 3ds was the console i had the most memories with so i plan to save up and get another before the eshop closes!

Loving the 3DS. I got the white New 3DS with the Kirby faceplate but I love your Mario version!

I stopped playing my 3ds when I scratched the outer screen. I couldn't focus on the screen while playing since I keep seeing that scratch line. Now I have a job, I just recently fixed it myself and replaced the screen cover, ordered lots of accessories for it like a new casing, bag and stuff. That thing holds a special place in my heart.

The thing with the 3DS is that, despite being a portable device, it's not necessarily "bite-sized." SMTIV and IV Apocalypse are full-on JRPGs, for example. The Fire Emblem games are long and battles can take ages. Culdcept Revolt (imo one of the 3DS's most underrated, elusive, and obscure titles) is sort of bite-sized, but it's built in a way that matches take ages. Heck, we have Xenoblade Chronicles ad MGS3 on the 3DS. With some enhancements, many of those games would be right at home on a home console or even the PC. I had a GBC growing up and later on I got a DSi XL. And then, much later on I got a second-hand 3DS XL so I could play ACNL and gen 7 Pokemon. The 3DS has since been my favorite gaming device. I'm still primarily a PC gamer, but my 3DS is always in close proximity and I always take it outside on the slim chance I'll get a streetpass. Funny enough, I did get ONE on New Year when coming back home from London.

I really like the 3ds family of consoles. They just had some of the best titles imo. Now that I've watched the video, I'm gonna consider homebrewing my 2DS XL now. (I'm sad about no streetpasses aswell)

Your video randomly showed up on my recommended but I’m so glad it did. I really like your style and this was a great video!

It is a huge abuse how these sellers raise the prices of their games indiscriminately..

for me its the same, I found mine while at my grandma's, recharged it, then homebrewed it (its a new 3ds xl)

I had only Nintendo consoles until I was 14. I had a DS Lite, DSi, 3DS, Wii and Wii U before then. Now, I like my Series X but I’ve been going back to Nintendo too. I probably spend 3 times as long on my Nintendo consoles compared to my Xbox. If I could only pick one console, It’d be a hard choice between the Wii U (with Wii support and a killer eShop collection) and the 3DS (DS Support and a great shop too). I’ve home brewed my Wii to play CTGP:R but haven’t gotten to doing it on my 3DS yet.

DAMN NOT ONLY IS THIS VIDEO KILLER QUALITY BUT YOU USED THE SONG HISTORY GROM THE SONIC MEGA COLLECTION IDK HOW YOU DID IT BUT YOURE THE REALEST

I did the same, I have tons of didital games on my 3DS but I'm furious about the eShop situation, I never pirated a Nintendo once and I stopped pirating PC games when I got into Steam thanks to Portal. But now I'll just go to homebrew way without guilt

this video makes me wanna play my 3ds again glad i have my XL, thanks for making this video man :)

In my country nintendo was never popular. Many people had region unlocked NES called Dendi (and no one knew it was Nintendo console) and a few owned GBA. And then there were predominantly playstations and PC. So during 3ds times there was one and only PSP. And honestly now as I grew older I feel that I missed out so many good games with 3ds. What a joy it must be to be a kid with 3ds and having friends who had also had it.

I appreciate the use of the Sonic Collection extras menu theme ✨

The next nintendo console needs to be a ds style handheld or something. The switch can be the home console until they do another one but the ds is so convenient. The ds was so good and there is still room for improvement.

I'm loving that Sonic Mega Collection Music in the background!

Bro looks so freaking aesthetic it’s crazy . Like you’re objectively pleasant to look at man

The powers that be of the youtube algorithm have graced you my friend! This video appeared in my feed at a remarkably coincidental time where I've found myself making sure I have all my softmods and custom firmware squared away for my 3ds. The fans will certainly keep this wonderful device alive and preserved for many years to come. You've got a sub from me, keep up the good work! Your hard work recording and editing combined with your down to earth delivery certainly doesn't go unnoticed.

dude this video is awesome!! and we have the same DS!! i rarely see anyone with the same model as me, same colour too :D

Also feels like a good reminder. Fellow kings and queens, jailbreak your 3DS if ya haven't already, prior to the full closure of the eshop. As games get more obsolete, overpriced, or outright impossible to find, it's the best time than ever to homebrew your 3DS consoles. Plus it's really easy and straightforward

I bought my second n3ds xl mid 2022 and i was the happiest man on earth i have such a big gallery a folder with every pokemon game and im so proud to play with this console every day. litle hint to your ds games install a widescreen patch this is so much nicer. Good Video

IS THAT MY FAVORITE ESHOP EXSCLUSIVE? MIGHTY SWITCH FORCE!

nice video im 22 too and i love my 3ds and even more after the homebrew

I just homebrewed my 3ds today, getting access to the H-Shop and an infinite number of playcoins and games with emulation is so amazing, I even have pictures and stuff on it back on 2014, I even had another one in 2011. It's by far one of the best decisions I've ever made. Godspeed, Captain!

just homebrewed my year of the luigi edition 3DS XL and it's so awesome, had a very similar experience to you when deciding to do it. I'm glad I did

i was the same way, i never wanted to mod my 3ds. but now that its almost time to say goodbye to the eshop i finally caved and did it and man...i do not regret it at all. im playing games i could never get my hands on due to prices for FREE. its truly amazing, and i regret not doing it sooner

Having a streetpass event in Las Vegas November 18th bringing back streetpass ❤🎉

yeah i was a switch owner . in the past i bring my switch in my work place and play game in break time. after i buy a 3ds and pokemon y and monster hunter 3u . i barely touch and bring my switch i fell in love on my orginal 3ds

After having a DSi XL since 2013-2014, and dreaming about having a 3ds one day, I bought my very own New 3ds xl in 2022 with my own money and holy crap I love this console so much. I homebrewed it, dumped all of my DS cartridges, got some GBA games I played in my childhood and 3ds games of course and wow, having everything in this console is amazing, I take it everywhere and the battery surprises me! (been stuck with a 2017 Switch which lasts 3-4 hours... compared to the 3ds which lasts so much more in general!) The 3DS is nowhere near its death, it's here to stay and slay for the next decades.

I love how the battery can be dead and as soon as u plug it in and turn it on, it’s ready to go again

this video made me feel a lot better about the fact the eshop is closing! i used to have a 3ds xl but gave it to my sister and since have been thinking about picking a new 3ds of new 2ds up for myself to be able to play a lot of the games i missed. but with the closure on the horizon it made me wonder if it’ll still be worth it, but watching this made me realise it definitively will be :) im more into physical games anyway and those i can’t find or are too expensive there’s always homebrewing haha

I feel like my 3DS is the one game console I’ll never let go of, especially with CFW installed

I was raised mostly the same way with playing a lot of Nintendo games from the Wii to the Switch and then once I got older, I got a little more into gaming and honestly use it to stay off social media more. I started using a mixture of an R4 card as well as my old physical games collection on my 3DS that I honestly barely touched and I love either revisiting all these games I used to play as a kid or games that were popular at that time that I’ve never played. I think the 3DS is going to live on with home brewing and emulations.

Watching this video after feeling nostalgic for my 3ds. Its really such a great console

Man I loved my 3DS and I find myself coming back to it now and then. Sad to see the eShop shut down. But it is what it is.

6:19 You left out the Dsi, Dsi's shop is gone too.

The Wii U and 3DS family of systems are my favorite consoles and will be my favorite for years to come

I grew up with the DS line, literally, and now that the eShop is closing, I feel both sad and very old

Man, I just fell in love with my 3ds again, I really hope there is some sort of community that hangs around. I even got a street pass at uni the other day, was so pumped

i remember when i got my first 3ds, i would super mario bros for hours. i’m still currently playing but with a 2nd xl and enjoying every game i have had and the nostalgic feeling that’s come to mind every time i revisit the game. it’s sad to know that the eshop is closing, it’s like a part of my childhood saying good bye. i loved this video so much! i’m glad i still play my 2ds to this day and i will for a while!

The 3DS has a similar home-brewing experience as the PS Vita

With the eShop coming to a closure, I revisited my old 3DS which have been in a drawer for the past 8 years and I was surprised of how great the console still felt and the many great games available. It truly was a nostalgic moment and to see my younger self recorded on the crappy 3DS camera was very emotional. I have many great memories tied to the 3DS and it’s such a shame they’re closing the eShop but we luckily have the amazing Switch to enjoy! Anyway I really enjoyed your video, and you earned yourself a new sub!

I am in a similar situation. In 2015, I purchased a New N3DS in black just like yours but only used it to play Animal Crossing with my then girlfriend while talking with her on FaceTime when we couldn’t be together. I recently found my 3DS still inside a clamshell hard case within my drawer 4 years after I stopped using it and I am thinking that now would be a good time to Homebrew the device and experience some of the old games I missed out on.

Got this recommend video and subscribed after the video. Good job!

The history music from Sonic Mega Collection is such a good choice

I definitely agree, I home brewed my New 3ds XL a little bit ago and its a wonder, especially since I hadn't used it in so long.. I've definitely seen it get more popular on TikTok recently

Sad to see E-Shop closing on March, saving up for a 3DS so I can transfer my Gen 5 Pokémon to Bank.

just homebrewed mine and its amazing, thank you for this video

that's one of the reasons why I have a Nintendo Switch Lite it's portable enough to fit in your pocket like a 3DS

What if we all just gathered in one spot, and proceeded to streetpass the shit out of the plaza? That'd be glorious

So, last year, before the end of the EShop announcement, some friends and I thought this was a good idea to launch once again our 3DS. And we did it. I took my Mario Kart 7 Cardridge and we all played some races after school in local mode. We had such a good time, we continued to bring our 3DS to school everyday and raging because we were loosing to the triple red shells. And then, the summer vacations were there, no more Mario Kart for us, we were all separated because we choose some differents routes... That did nothing to them because they didn't see the interest of still playing, they had enough. But I didn't, I fell in love again with the 3DS. So after some research I heard about modding a 3DS, that seemed cool, maybe I could do it... I bought a new SD card and went to work, once finished it seemed like nothing changed but now I can say it changed it all. With my new SD card I put all my game in cartridges into the 3DS, if I want to play another game, just press the home button. I currently have arround 2 hours of train everyday, so once again, I took my 3DS with me everyday. Now I can't imagine leaving the house without it. Since the beginning of the (school) year I fully restart and finished : Mario & Luigi : Bowser Inside Story The legend of Zelda : A Link between Worlds Donkey Kong Country Return 3D Almost finished Mario & Luigi : Partners in time, still playing Made a new save in Animal Crossing New Leaf Got a lot of nostalgia when hearing the title theme of Chibi-Robo Let's Go Photo ! And still play a lot (too much) Mario Kart 7 So yeah, I can't more agree, the Nintendo 3DS is here to stay I hope my English is readable, I'm not native English speaker and I wish you a great day...