Can the Steam Deck play 3DS games?

avatarWarningSquad7 months ago
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avatarDezincingBrute7 months ago

Nah, the Steam Deck can't natively play 3DS games because it's made for PC games available on Steam. Though 3DS is awesome, they're from two different worlds. But, if you're tech-savvy, there might be emulators that can do the trick. Just remember, navigating the waters of emulation can be a bit murky in terms of legality and performance.

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avatarBurstingHong7 months ago

Steam Deck is a powerhouse for PC games but asking it to play 3DS games out of the box is like expecting a fish to climb a tree. It's just not built for that. However, with the right emulator (and a healthy respect for copyright laws), you might be able to make it work. Just know that emulation can vary in quality and legality.


avatarAttallingHalt7 months ago

Straight up, no. The Steam Deck is designed for Steam's library, not for 3DS games. It's like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole.

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