Stolen 3ds before Nintendo ID update: can I get my games back?

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Maybe this is a bit late, but is there any way to get my old purchased games back? My 3ds was stolen in 2012, and had purchased some eShop games on it. Only the 3ds itself was stolen, not the box/charger/manual.



Best Answer

If I am correct, the only way would be to make sure the account that you have for eShop is on the new one that you have. If not, contact the support team, explain what happened, and hope for the best.




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Can I redownload 3DS games on a new 3DS?

You can also change, remove, and redownload themes for your Nintendo 3DS family system. Once deleted, Nintendo eShop purchases can be redownloaded at no cost. Downloaded items appear as a gift on the HOME Menu. Once they have fully downloaded, you can tap them to access the software.

Are 3DS eShop games tied to account?

Are eshop games still tied to the 3ds or your account if you change your console? Yep, the games are still tied to the 3DS. Every 3DS has a soul, and you need to transfer this soul to a new 3DS, to use these purchased eshop games on it.

How do I unlink my Nintendo ID from a lost 3DS?

Complete these steps
  • Go to the Nintendo Account website and sign in to your Nintendo Account.
  • Click User info, then scroll down to the Linked accounts section and click Edit.
  • To unlink an NNID from your Nintendo Account, click the checkmark next to Nintendo Network ID to remove the link.


  • How do I recover deleted games on my 3DS?

    Complete these steps
  • From the HOME Menu, tap System Settings, and then Open.
  • Tap Data Management.
  • Tap Nintendo 3DS, and then tap Save-Data Backup.
  • Tap Restore. Save-Data Backup screen.
  • Select the save data you wish to restore, and then tap OK. Restore screen.




  • How to get back a lost (or deleted) 3ds game *ONLY DIGITAL*




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