there is exactly for most remaining online services and will end. After April 8th at 7:00am ET, it will no longer be possible to switch to multiplayer in the original game. or check the levels of other players . Online co-op play, leaderboards, and data sharing are among the features not available on either console (unless you find an adequate homebrew solution). Also gone is the Badge Arcade feature, which allowed players to customize the Nintendo 3DS home menu.
Nintendo has previously said it will provide online services on the systems , but had not shared a specific date until now. It also warned that it would “have to terminate services earlier than planned” – which some players had .
Update: As of 4/8, online gaming and other functionality that uses online communication will cease service for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U software. Thank you very much for your continued support of our products.
Learn more: https://t.co/VdIdewGmB5
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 24, 2024
Single-player games and modes will continue to work on both platforms. Nintendo said there would be some exceptions to the end of online services, and suggested that players of third-party games contact publishers to check if servers will continue to operate. The company also notes that the Pokémon Bank and Poké Transporter features will remain available for now, and you’ll still be able to download updates and games you’ve previously purchased on both systems for the foreseeable future. Nintendo eShop on both 3DS and Wii U last March.
One other feature that remains is StreetPass on the 3DS, as it connects to other 3DS units via local communications. However, SpotPass will be suspended because it requires an internet connection.
Meanwhile, the company 3DS and Wii U owners have until March 12th at 1:00 a.m. ET . If they do, they can spend any unused balance on Nintendo Switch games, DLC, and other digital content on both systems’ eShop.
