The first 3DS model was launched in 2011 as a follow—up to Nintendos DS console with 3D-capable displays. As you can see, the company didnt abandon the 3DS family as soon as the Switch came out, but it most likely decided that its the right time to retire the console because its no longer selling like it used to.The first 3DS model was launched in 2011 as a follow—up to Nintendos DS console with 3D-capable displays. As you can see, the company didnt abandon the 3DS family

Why did Nintendo stopped making 3DS?

Its the end of an era for Nintendo handhelds. Nintendo has confirmed that production on its 3DS family of handheld video game systems has officially been discontinued as the company looks to put its focus exclusively on the Switch hybrid console for the time being.

Can you save DS games on SD card?

Do Nintendo 3DS Games Save to the SD Card/microSD Card/System Memory? While some Game Cards do save SpotPass and StreetPass information to the SD card or system memory, game progress (levels completed, items collected, etc.) is saved to the Nintendo 3DS Game Card.