{"id":136237,"date":"2026-02-26T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/#article-86677"},"modified":"2026-02-26T16:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T16:00:00","slug":"guide-50-best-nintendo-3ds-games-of-all-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/2026\/02\/26\/guide-50-best-nintendo-3ds-games-of-all-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide: 50 Best Nintendo 3DS Games Of All Time"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"media_block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/638e496b35072\/large.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/638e496b35072\/small.jpg\" class=\"media_thumbnail\"><\/a><\/div>\n<p><em>26th February 2026 marks the 15th anniversary of the Nintendo 3DS&#8217; Japanese debut.<\/em> <em>The first in the &#8220;3DS family of systems&#8221; that would grow substantially over the years, this system boasts one of the best libraries of any console ever.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>In honour of this fine machine&#8217;s 15th birthday, we&#8217;re republishing this list of the 50 best 3DS games. Enjoy!<\/em><em><br \/><\/em><\/p>\n<p>The 3DS may have had a slow start back in 2011, but this follow-up to Nintendo&#8217;s massively successful DS steadily went from strength to strength and amassed a <em>huge<\/em> library of quality titles \u2014 enough to rival the company&#8217;s finest.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;ve compiled this list of the very best 3DS games of all time to remind you just how many great games it had, and maybe help fill some gaps in your collection. If your 3DS is collecting dust in some forgotten cupboard, you owe it to yourself to get reacquainted!<\/p>\n<p>And if you somehow skipped it completely, this dynamic list (which can change over time) will show you where to start with Nintendo&#8217;s glasses-free 3D system, its last handheld before Switch.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"50 to 41\" id=\"top-50\">50. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_dream_team\">Mario &amp; Luigi: Dream Team (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_dream_team\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/0ff5bc9984610\/mario-and-luigi-dream-team-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mario &amp; Luigi: Dream Team (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_dream_team\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/d9abd7de29ab7\/mario-and-luigi-dream-team-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mario &amp; Luigi: Dream Team (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>11th Aug 2013 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>12th Jul 2013 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_dream_team\">Mario &amp; Luigi: Dream Team<\/a> can be a glorious contradiction at times; simple but complex, accessible but lengthy, varied but familiar. The enthusiasm and unrelenting creativity means that it flirts with going too far, truly being an adventure for those willing to stick it out over the long haul, which perhaps dents its ability to appeal to <em>all<\/em> 3DS owners.<\/p>\n<p>Yet such is the obvious talent and commitment to the project and its unique style that it&#8217;s still an adventure worth embarking upon. And in the hands of Mario &amp; Luigi enthusiasts and those up for an epic but light-hearted quest, this is indispensable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">49. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/poochy_and_yoshis_woolly_world\">Poochy &amp; Yoshi&#8217;s Woolly World (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/poochy_and_yoshis_woolly_world\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/5f77cb73b6128\/poochy-and-yoshis-woolly-world-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Poochy &amp; Yoshi's Woolly World (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/poochy_and_yoshis_woolly_world\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/6e9d4c2d7796f\/poochy-and-yoshis-woolly-world-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Poochy &amp; Yoshi's Woolly World (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Good-Feel<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>3rd Feb 2017 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>3rd Feb 2017 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>While Super Mario Maker for Nintendo 3DS fell slightly below the standards of the Wii U original in our view (and scored as such), the same can&#8217;t be said of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/poochy_and_yoshis_woolly_world\">Poochy &amp; Yoshi&#8217;s Woolly World<\/a>. It takes fantastic material and carefully tailors it for the portable, with extras compensating for one lost feature: local co-op.<\/p>\n<p>Both this and the home console version deliver the same terrific core game. If you haven&#8217;t played this on Wii U and like Yoshi, 2D platformers, or just plain-charming games, then this is an excellent 3DS platformer, especially for kids.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">48. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_survivor_overclocked\">Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_survivor_overclocked\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/c7cd441ca58de\/shin-megami-tensei-devil-survivor-overclocked-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_survivor_overclocked\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/4f0e2b5384c64\/shin-megami-tensei-devil-survivor-overclocked-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>23rd Aug 2011 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>29th Mar 2013 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>If you already own or played <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_survivor\">Devil Survivor<\/a> on DS, then <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_survivor_overclocked\">Overclocked<\/a> may not be the new version you were hoping for. For those coming to the title fresh, however, prepare to be impressed.<\/p>\n<p>Even though the game doesn&#8217;t offer up much of an overhaul, it remains a stellar, stylish RPG that handily melds strategy and turn-based battle. It&#8217;s definitely one of the heftier 3DS games out there, too, with multiple endings and tons of content to explore.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">47. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/zero_escape_virtues_last_reward\">Zero Escape: Virtue&#8217;s Last Reward (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/zero_escape_virtues_last_reward\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/a49181d9db642\/zero-escape-virtues-last-reward-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Zero Escape: Virtue's Last Reward (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/zero_escape_virtues_last_reward\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/5b4bc0600befb\/zero-escape-virtues-last-reward-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Zero Escape: Virtue's Last Reward (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Aksys Games<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>ChunSoft<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>23rd Oct 2012 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>23rd Nov 2012 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/zero_escape_virtues_last_reward\">Zero Escape: Virtue&#8217;s Last Reward<\/a> spins a fantastic yarn, tackling various topics with maturity, intelligence, and even a little humour.<\/p>\n<p>Its smart puzzles can be a little fiddly, but if you have any interest whatsoever in story in games and can deal with its murderous subject matter, this is a must-play that will keep you engaged for dozens of hours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">46. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_super_mystery_dungeon\">Pok\u00e9mon Super Mystery Dungeon (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/pokemon_super_mystery_dungeon\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/1f0a85880c8e6\/pokemon-super-mystery-dungeon-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon Super Mystery Dungeon (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_super_mystery_dungeon\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/0a973420d6be1\/pokemon-super-mystery-dungeon-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon Super Mystery Dungeon (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Spike Chunsoft<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>20th Nov 2015 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>19th Feb 2016 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>If you&#8217;re a Pok\u00e9mon or Mystery Dungeon fan, you&#8217;ll find a lot to love in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_super_mystery_dungeon\">Pok\u00e9mon Super Mystery Dungeon<\/a> \u2014 the amount of things to do is staggering and the new form of recruitment through missions makes for a streamlined means of achieving the goal of catching &#8217;em all.<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;d recommend this to those of you who don&#8217;t mind a lot of grinding in RPGs, as there&#8217;s plenty to enjoy here if you can push on through the copious amounts of padding. Repetition is present in nearly every aspect and makes for an experience that can sometimes feel like a chore rather than entertainment. If that doesn&#8217;t sound up your alley it may be best to pass. There&#8217;s no shortage of Pok\u00e9mon games, right?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">45. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/dragon_quest_vii_fragments_of_the_forgotten_past\">Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/dragon_quest_vii_fragments_of_the_forgotten_past\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/7af01aabd8784\/dragon-quest-vii-fragments-of-the-forgotten-past-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/dragon_quest_vii_fragments_of_the_forgotten_past\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/5b09cc586fa75\/dragon-quest-vii-fragments-of-the-forgotten-past-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Dragon Quest VII: Fragments of the Forgotten Past (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Square Enix<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>16th Sep 2016 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>17th Sep 2016 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>An island-hopping adventure spanning space and time originally released on PlayStation, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/dragon_quest_vii_fragments_of_the_forgotten_past\">Dragon Quest VII<\/a> is a JRPG masterpiece.<\/p>\n<p>If you played the PlayStation original, this 3DS version is as perfect a remake as you could ask for, with beautiful 3D graphics, a smartly streamlined opening, and lots of welcome quality-of-life updates. This journey through Estard showcases great writing, a fun class system, lovely animations and a stellar soundtrack which make for a fully engrossing adventure throughout.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s a massive game, but don&#8217;t let that scare you off; with short story-style pacing and a huge variety of settings, speech patterns, and scenarios, it feels less like an epic tome and more like a shelf-full of storybooks stuffed into a little 3DS cart. This game is an absolute pleasure and a must-play for RPG fans.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">44. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_-_spirit_of_justice\">Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney &#8211; Spirit of Justice (3DS eShop)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_-_spirit_of_justice\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/daa8071167299\/phoenix-wright-ace-attorney---spirit-of-justice-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Spirit of Justice (3DS eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_-_spirit_of_justice\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/ee9df0d3358f2\/phoenix-wright-ace-attorney---spirit-of-justice-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Spirit of Justice (3DS eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>8th Sep 2016 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>8th Sep 2016 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_-_spirit_of_justice\">Spirit of Justice<\/a> is every bit as brilliant as Wright&#8217;s earlier escapades, with phenomenal writing, satisfying gameplay, and tons of irresistibly clever courtroom drama.<\/p>\n<p>The high-altitude Himalayan setting is fresh and fun, and much more than just window dressing; the thrilling Divination S\u00e9ances are a wonderful on-theme addition, the new characters are as memorable as any in the series, and Khura&#8217;in&#8217;s customs makes for both enjoyable virtual tourism and a constant source of plot-twisting courtroom culture-shock.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a longtime fan or a first-time offender, no further deliberation is required \u2014 this is a court date you shouldn&#8217;t miss.<\/p>\n<p><em>Note. Playable on Switch as part of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/apollo_justice_ace_attorney_trilogy\">Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">43. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_ultra_sun_and_ultra_moon\">Pok\u00e9mon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/pokemon_ultra_sun_and_ultra_moon\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/c08a74252c908\/pokemon-ultra-sun-and-ultra-moon-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_ultra_sun_and_ultra_moon\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/a54a97dc5766f\/pokemon-ultra-sun-and-ultra-moon-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Game Freak<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>17th Nov 2017 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>17th Nov 2017 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>With <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_x_and_y\">X\/Y<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_omega_ruby_and_alpha_sapphire\">Omega Ruby\/Alpha Sapphire<\/a>, 3DS already had some excellent Pok\u00e9mons to its name, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_sun_and_moon\">Pok\u00e9mon Sun and Moon<\/a> felt like a new start for players who had perhaps fallen off the RPG collectathon bandwagon.<\/p>\n<p>With improved character models and customisation, plus the addition of powerful Z-moves, the return of fan-favourite Gen I pocket monsters in new Alolan forms helped enthuse the franchise faithful as well as people who can only reliably recall the first 151. Extra forms, moves and activities in these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_ultra_sun_and_ultra_moon\">Ultra<\/a> editions make them the most \u2018complete\u2019 variants.<\/p>\n<p>Although it\u2019s a shame we never got to see our favourite monsters in stereoscopic 3D, this is the cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me of traditional-style Pok\u00e9mon on 3DS.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">42. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/shantae_and_the_pirates_curse\">Shantae And The Pirate&#8217;s Curse (3DS eShop)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds-eshop\/shantae_and_the_pirates_curse\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/33fba2f23e3bf\/shantae-and-the-pirates-curse-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shantae And The Pirate's Curse (3DS eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/shantae_and_the_pirates_curse\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/192f760b3083c\/shantae-and-the-pirates-curse-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"80\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shantae And The Pirate's Curse (3DS eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>WayForward<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>WayForward<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>23rd Oct 2014 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>5th Feb 2015 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Whether or not you\u2019re a platforming fan, and whether or not you\u2019ve played any of the previous titles in this series, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/shantae_and_the_pirates_curse\">Shantae and the Pirate\u2019s Curse<\/a> is an exceptionally well-crafted game that should not be ignored.<\/p>\n<p>The art style and sense of humour aren\u2019t going to appeal to everyone, but they work well together and manage to set a very specific tone that WayForward has spent years perfecting. There is little reason for any 3DS owner to avoid adding this gem to their treasure chest.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">41. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/professor_layton_vs_phoenix_wright_ace_attorney\">Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/professor_layton_vs_phoenix_wright_ace_attorney\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/42207e1311223\/professor-layton-vs-phoenix-wright-ace-attorney-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/professor_layton_vs_phoenix_wright_ace_attorney\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/244633c82c0ff\/professor-layton-vs-phoenix-wright-ace-attorney-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Level-5<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>29th Aug 2014 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>28th Mar 2014 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/professor_layton_vs_phoenix_wright_ace_attorney\">Professor Layton Vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney<\/a> delivers an utterly charming, enjoyable experience to satisfy fans of both franchises; it&#8217;s a crossover that, when experienced, feels entirely natural. The individual parts are pleasurable and entertaining, as always, though perhaps fall below the exceptional standards of their main-series contemporaries, and there&#8217;s a lingering sense that more gameplay innovation to blend the two brands could have been explored.<\/p>\n<p>These are minor complaints in the grand scheme of a lengthy adventure; Level-5 and Capcom have done a commendable job. The end result is another 3DS title that exemplifies much of what sets Nintendo&#8217;s portable hardware and supporting software apart; it provides heart-warming, accessible fun, and entertainment to last for many hours.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"40 to 31\" id=\"top-40\">40. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_sun_and_moon\">Pok\u00e9mon Sun and Moon (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/pokemon_sun_and_moon\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/2bea393df7fb5\/pokemon-sun-and-moon-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon Sun and Moon (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_sun_and_moon\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/ea14066e20474\/pokemon-sun-and-moon-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon Sun and Moon (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Game Freak<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>18th Nov 2016 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>23rd Nov 2016 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_sun_and_moon\">Pok\u00e9mon Sun and Moon<\/a> are some of the best Pok\u00e9mon games that Game Freak has ever produced. Pok\u00e9 Pelago, the side quests, the absolutely stunning nature of the presentation, it&#8217;s all a sheer joy from start to finish.<\/p>\n<p>Game Freak managed to carefully balance the inclusion of new mechanics without totally ruining things for the most hardcore fans. It&#8217;s got content coming out of its ears, a much more interesting story than some previous efforts, and it rewards exploration in a way no other title in the series had to that point.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a Pok\u00e9mon fan new or old, this should be in your 3DS library.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">39. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/bravely_second_end_layer\">Bravely Second: End Layer (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/bravely_second_end_layer\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/1ebe2f7170e47\/bravely-second-end-layer-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Bravely Second: End Layer (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/bravely_second_end_layer\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/1463d3e96d5d0\/bravely-second-end-layer-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Bravely Second: End Layer (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Square Enix<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>15th Apr 2016 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>26th Feb 2016 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>As a sequel, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/bravely_second_end_layer\">Bravely Second: End Layer<\/a> does everything right. It improves on its predecessor in nearly every way, shakes things up enough to still be exciting for players who may have recently poured 60 hours into the first game, and offers a meaningful chance to reconnect with beloved characters.<\/p>\n<p>Even better, it&#8217;s a nearly perfect JRPG in its own right. Beautiful, well-written, and endlessly engaging in gameplay and story, this is a wonderful example of why people fall in love with the genre. Simply put, Bravely Second is a must-play, and one of the 3DS&#8217; finest games.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">38. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/theatrhythm_final_fantasy_curtain_call\">Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/theatrhythm_final_fantasy_curtain_call\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/2570f5647ca58\/theatrhythm-final-fantasy-curtain-call-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/theatrhythm_final_fantasy_curtain_call\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/4bae9645394da\/theatrhythm-final-fantasy-curtain-call-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Square Enix<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Square Enix<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>16th Sep 2014 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>19th Sep 2014 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/theatrhythm_final_fantasy_curtain_call\">Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call<\/a> is far more than a simple expansion to the original release. The volume of extra content is truly impressive, but it also shakes up the formula with new modes to give the experience a fresh feel.<\/p>\n<p>Terrific music and tight controls are the stars, while competitive players will surely get a kick out of the online mode; whether you&#8217;re a fan of music rhythm games, Final Fantasy or both, this is a must-buy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">37. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_-_dual_destinies\">Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney &#8211; Dual Destinies (3DS eShop)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_-_dual_destinies\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/7b35bf61f8929\/phoenix-wright-ace-attorney---dual-destinies-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies (3DS eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_-_dual_destinies\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/eda5e4d6cc76a\/phoenix-wright-ace-attorney---dual-destinies-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"127\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies (3DS eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>24th Oct 2013 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>24th Oct 2013 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Wonderfully witty as ever, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_-_dual_destinies\">Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney &#8211; Dual Destinies<\/a> is another excellent entry into the Ace Attorney series. Bursting with humour and new extravagant personalities, Phoenix Wright fans will find much to enjoy, thanks largely to the excellent skills of the localisation and script-writing team at Capcom.<\/p>\n<p>The few minor gameplay additions do somewhat polish the investigation and courtroom experience, but \u2014 as with any visual novel \u2014 it&#8217;s the story, character developments, and gob-smacking plot twists that you really play for, and this one will keep you screaming &#8216;OBJECTION&#8217; until the gavel drops.<\/p>\n<p>Also, this is the one where you get to defend an orca.<\/p>\n<p><em>Note. Playable on Switch as part of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/apollo_justice_ace_attorney_trilogy\">Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney Trilogy<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">36. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fantasy_life\">Fantasy Life (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/fantasy_life\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/9b8063781f2ac\/fantasy-life-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Fantasy Life (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fantasy_life\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/c023b8a59cb95\/fantasy-life-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"135\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Fantasy Life (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Level-5<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>24th Oct 2014 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>26th Sep 2014 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Given the game\u2019s relative age, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fantasy_life\">Fantasy Life<\/a> isn\u2019t the shiniest toy on the 3DS shelf, but it just may be the happiest. Providing quality gameplay in both its life sim and action RPG aspects, served up with more colourful wit and charm than anyone could ask for, it serves as a jewel in the crown of a games studio that helped create some of the most memorable role-playing video games ever.<\/p>\n<p>It may now be 1-UP Studios, but Brownie Brown hit its marks with Level 5 in this game. As a farewell for the company in its old guise, this was an excellent game for the occasion.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">35. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/resident_evil_revelations\">Resident Evil Revelations (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/resident_evil_revelations\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/1c7531eb7412c\/resident-evil-revelations-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Resident Evil Revelations (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/resident_evil_revelations\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/17b6badc3c4af\/resident-evil-revelations-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"135\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Resident Evil Revelations (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>7th Feb 2012 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>27th Jan 2012 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/resident_evil_revelations\">Resident Evil Revelations<\/a> is a truly impressive achievement and perhaps the definitive \u2018mature\u2019 title on the 3DS. With production values worthy of a home console release (which actually arrived later), a significant volume of content, a blend of the series\u2019 different game styles, and a subtly evolved control system, this title feels like a tribute to and progression of the franchise.<\/p>\n<p>There are some downsides though, including spikes in difficulty and drops in frame rate that are occasionally jarring in contrast to the rest of the title. All the same, Revelations has something to offer Resi fans old and new \u2013 there are few experiences on the 3DS more engrossing or exciting.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">34. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/warioware_gold\">WarioWare Gold (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/warioware_gold\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/997cce23e10be\/warioware-gold-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"WarioWare Gold (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/warioware_gold\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/e727cccd328b6\/warioware-gold-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"WarioWare Gold (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>3rd Aug 2018 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>27th Jul 2018 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>The irreverent microgame series came to 3DS late in life at a time when many might have preferred to see it land on Switch, but it\u2019s hard to be too miffed. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/warioware_gold\">WarioWare Gold<\/a> makes use of the console\u2019s particular features \u2013 from its two screens to its tiny microphone \u2013 and curates many of the series\u2019 most popular games while also adding 50ish new ones into the bargain.<\/p>\n<p>Similar to Rhythm Heaven Megamix, the series has many standout entries across consoles and this is an excellent \u2018best of\u2019 package.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">33. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_summoner_soul_hackers\">Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_summoner_soul_hackers\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/f67d17cfb6a6c\/shin-megami-tensei-devil-summoner-soul-hackers-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_summoner_soul_hackers\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/6845c8f449d22\/shin-megami-tensei-devil-summoner-soul-hackers-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner: Soul Hackers (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>16th Apr 2013 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>13th Sep 2013 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>For Shin Megami Tensei or Persona fans, this is a no-brainer &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_summoner_soul_hackers\">Soul Hackers<\/a> is a fantastic entry in the series and you won&#8217;t be disappointed. Even better, it&#8217;s an excellent place for newcomers to jump in, with a relatively smooth difficulty curve and user-friendly hacks to help you out of tight spots.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re a hardened SMT fan, then you might find the dungeons a little bland, but if you&#8217;re looking for a good place to start, or are a fan of deep, dark, story-driven dungeon crawlers with soul, the Spookies await your call.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">32. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/steamworld_heist\">SteamWorld Heist (3DS eShop)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds-eshop\/steamworld_heist\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/c048ffe1bb9ae\/steamworld-heist-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"SteamWorld Heist (3DS eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/steamworld_heist\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/56259faec9fef\/steamworld-heist-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"SteamWorld Heist (3DS eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Image &amp; Form<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Image &amp; Form<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>10th Dec 2015 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>10th Dec 2015 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/steamworld_heist\">SteamWorld Heist<\/a> is an entirely different proposition from its predecessor <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/steamworld_dig\">SteamWorld Dig<\/a>, and that&#8217;s no bad thing. Its quirky blend of a 2D perspective, allied with turn-based strategy and skill-based attacks, is a surprisingly addictive combination.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s impressive depth to the overall mechanics, and it&#8217;s all topped off with a level of presentation that&#8217;s both charming and accomplished. Whether seeking challenging strategy or an entertaining story, Heist delivers both in its unique way and certainly stolen plenty of our time &#8211; and we haven&#8217;t even got all the hats yet. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/steamworld_heist_ultimate_edition\">Wherever you choose to play it<\/a>, you won&#8217;t regret it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">31. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_survivor_2_record_breaker\">Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_survivor_2_record_breaker\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/030a6bfccb571\/shin-megami-tensei-devil-survivor-2-record-breaker-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_survivor_2_record_breaker\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/15d4506498f54\/shin-megami-tensei-devil-survivor-2-record-breaker-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor 2 Record Breaker (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>5th May 2015 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>30th Oct 2015 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>With fun, strategic battles, a roller-coaster narrative that never lets up, and a fantastic sense of upbeat, apocalyptic style, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_devil_survivor_2_record_breaker\">Devil Survivor 2<\/a> is a full-on blast from start to finish. If you missed out on the original release, you&#8217;re in for a treat, and the Triangulum scenario adds another immediately accessible full-length adventure to the experience.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s a more lighthearted experience than most other games in the series, too. Whether you&#8217;re a longtime MegaTen fan or just enjoy deep, strategic RPGs, summon up your courage and sign in to Nicaea; you won&#8217;t regret it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"30 to 21\" id=\"top-30\">30. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_x_and_y\">Pok\u00e9mon X &amp; Y (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/pokemon_x_and_y\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/84a087d9d506b\/pokemon-x-and-y-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon X &amp; Y (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_x_and_y\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/8ed561298a26f\/pokemon-x-and-y-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon X &amp; Y (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Game Freak<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>12th Oct 2013 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>12th Oct 2013 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Game Freak hit the nail squarely on the head once again with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_x_and_y\">Pok\u00e9mon X and Y<\/a>. A wonderful blend of excitement and nostalgia, it evolved the core series with its impressive polygonal 3D environments and masterful camera angles, adding a few technical adjustments along with a brand new Pok\u00e9mon type to the original formula that we all know and love.<\/p>\n<p>It wasn&#8217;t quite a revolution, no \u2014 and was hindered slightly by the meagre use of its host platform&#8217;s glasses-free 3D capabilities \u2014 but X and Y remain a very fine pair.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">29. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/super_mario_3d_land\">Super Mario 3D Land (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/super_mario_3d_land\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/3d5bc09f0d2d0\/super-mario-3d-land-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Super Mario 3D Land (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/super_mario_3d_land\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/d141fadb2552a\/super-mario-3d-land-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Super Mario 3D Land (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Nintendo EAD<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>13th Nov 2011 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>18th Nov 2011 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Billed as a stepping stone between the 2D and 3D games, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/super_mario_3d_land\">Super Mario 3D Land<\/a> scaled down the grand playgrounds of the mainline titles into smaller courses that worked better on a handheld screen.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond a handful of obvious and gimmicky perspective puzzles, this platformer showcased the console\u2019s autostereoscopic 3D by subtly signalling distance and perspective \u2013 you weren\u2019t relying on Mario\u2019s shadow quite so much (a fact we more fully appreciated when we first played this game\u2019s \u2018big brother\u2019, the excellent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/wiiu\/super_mario_3d_world\">Super Mario 3D World<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>It was games like this and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_a_link_between_worlds\">The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds<\/a> which really showed off the 3DS&#8217; namesake feature and how it could enhance the gameplay experience without poking your eye out. Comfortably contained and wonderfully tailored to the hardware, Mario 3D Land should really be in your collection already.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">28. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_iv_apocalypse\">Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_iv_apocalypse\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/5d80961f1691c\/shin-megami-tensei-iv-apocalypse-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_iv_apocalypse\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/962e9495d4368\/shin-megami-tensei-iv-apocalypse-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>20th Sep 2016 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>1st Dec 2016 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>As a sequel, we think <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_iv_apocalypse\">Shin Megami Tensei IV: Apocalypse<\/a> is just about perfect, but we&#8217;re aware it has a more controversial reputation among die-hard fans. It lets you revisit a familiar world from a new perspective and adds in several small but significant mechanical improvements that make for a smoother game throughout.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend playing through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_iv\">SMTIV<\/a> first to get the most out of Apocalypse and to experience one of the 3DS&#8217; finest JRPGs, but Apocalypse is still a delightfully dark adventure dripping with dystopian charm. Between the personable demons, deeply satisfying combat and killer aesthetic, we couldn&#8217;t get enough. The end times have never been so good.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">27. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_trilogy\">Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy (3DS eShop)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_trilogy\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/1ca7e9d48b0d9\/phoenix-wright-ace-attorney-trilogy-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy (3DS eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_trilogy\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/f269f6be1ca32\/phoenix-wright-ace-attorney-trilogy-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"127\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy (3DS eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>11th Dec 2014 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>11th Dec 2014 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_trilogy\">Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy<\/a> is an excellent package wherever you choose to play it, delivering hours and hours of entertaining and quirky interactive novel gameplay. It remains unique in the market, at least in its consistent levels of quality, and for those new to the franchise \u2014 or fans of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_-_dual_destinies\">Dual Destinies<\/a> \u2014 it&#8217;s a must-buy.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve played the originals to death, the prospect of replaying them on other platforms is a trickier sell. The enhancements are minor enough that they&#8217;re not worth buying as opposed to simply firing up that old DS cart. As an isolated product, however, this is a wonderful addition to the 3DS library (as is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/switch-eshop\/phoenix_wright_ace_attorney_trilogy\">the Switch version<\/a>); surreal, funny, and huge value, it&#8217;s definitely Guilty of being <em>excellent<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">26. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_strange_journey_redux\">Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_strange_journey_redux\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/34d04f359d1d3\/shin-megami-tensei-strange-journey-redux-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_strange_journey_redux\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/3ea1cd0707bfa\/shin-megami-tensei-strange-journey-redux-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"135\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei: Strange Journey Redux (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>15th May 2018 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>17th May 2018 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>From its demon collecting and killer combat to its sci-fi South Pole setting, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_strange_journey_redux\">Strange Journey Redux<\/a> is a fantastically engrossing adventure, and an excellent reason to get lost in your 3DS once again.<\/p>\n<p>As a remake of a DS classic, Redux adds in enough new content to make a replay worth your time, along with plenty of welcome accessibility tweaks to help let newcomers in on one of Shin Megami Tensei\u2019s best-kept secrets.<\/p>\n<p>Many consider this to be inferior to the original DS game, but we think Strange Journey \u2014 Redux or otherwise \u2014 is a can\u2019t-miss trip for JRPG fans.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">25. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/donkey_kong_country_returns_3d\">Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/donkey_kong_country_returns_3d\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/0fe508ea9efd6\/donkey-kong-country-returns-3d-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/donkey_kong_country_returns_3d\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/81c0c16c4bd8a\/donkey-kong-country-returns-3d-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Monster Games<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>24th May 2013 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>24th May 2013 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Another of the home console games to migrate to the handheld, Retro\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/donkey_kong_country_returns_3d\">Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D<\/a> took us back to the sidescrolling antics of Rare\u2019s classic SNES series, updating it with beautiful new graphics and mechanics.<\/p>\n<p>This version includes an extra world and the system\u2019s autostereoscopic 3D once again enhances the experience, turning those lush environments into mesmerising dioramas that have you playing about with the 3D slider like a kid. The game slots perfectly into the console\u2019s collection of quality platformers, and that soundtrack is pretty great through headphones, too.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">24. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/monster_hunter_4_ultimate\">Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/monster_hunter_4_ultimate\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/75f3821b30abf\/monster-hunter-4-ultimate-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/monster_hunter_4_ultimate\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/076f376136930\/monster-hunter-4-ultimate-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Capcom<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>13th Feb 2015 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>13th Feb 2015 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pushsquare.com\/games\/ps4\/monster_hunter_world\" class=\"external\">Monster Hunter: World<\/a> did the business on other platforms and attracted a far broader audience than ever before to a series that already enthused a sizeable player base, especially in the East.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/news\/2019\/11\/feature_best_monster_hunter_games_of_all_time\">Monster Hunter games<\/a> have always required a significant investment and many fans insist the &#8216;traditional&#8217; grind and other franchise foibles are necessary to the &#8216;authentic&#8217; MH experience. Crafting items from the enormous beasts you\u2019ve taken down can be hugely rewarding, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/monster_hunter_4_ultimate\">Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate<\/a> is possibly the best of the &#8216;classic style&#8217; \u2014 a good way to find out if you\u2019ve got the bug for the series, although the newer iterations are more approachable overall.<\/p>\n<p>Although Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate works on an original model 3DS, we\u2019d recommend playing on a New 3DS for camera control and a better frame rate.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">23. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_fates\">Fire Emblem Fates (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_fates\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/4711795948863\/fire-emblem-fates-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Fire Emblem Fates (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_fates\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/97a261a18672f\/fire-emblem-fates-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Fire Emblem Fates (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Intelligent Systems<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>19th Feb 2016 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>20th May 2016 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Following the &#8216;revival&#8217; of the series, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_fates\">Fire Emblem Fates<\/a> stepped things up a gear with a two-pronged assault. Comprised of two separate games, the <strong>Birthright<\/strong> campaign had you siding with your blood relatives in Hoshido while <strong>Conquest<\/strong> saw protagonist Corrin siding with the kingdom of Nohr.<\/p>\n<p>The latter choice upped the difficulty to old-school levels and asked a little more of you, but regardless of the path you took, you were guaranteed a lengthy campaign that built on the foundation of Awakening and added a host of extras, including more varied and interactive battlefield environments, the ability to bring past heroes into the game via their amiibo figures and, very importantly, feet for the characters. After all, 3DS was all about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/tags\/stability\">stability<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>And if two paths weren&#8217;t enough for you, Nintendo kindly provided a third option, Pok\u00e9mon-style, with the DLC campaign <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/news\/2016\/03\/dlc_review_fire_emblem_fates_revelation\">Revelation<\/a> in which Corrin refused to pick sides. Best enjoyed once you&#8217;ve polished off the previous campaigns, it was another triumphant part of a fabulous Fire Emblem feast.<\/p>\n<p>Fates was nothing if not substantial, and while the story can feel like it&#8217;s dragging at times, it&#8217;s tough to hold too many grudges against padding since the core loop is so polished and fun.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">22. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/kirby_triple_deluxe\">Kirby: Triple Deluxe (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/kirby_triple_deluxe\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/29fa860f343ac\/kirby-triple-deluxe-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kirby: Triple Deluxe (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/kirby_triple_deluxe\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/849c00be8a169\/kirby-triple-deluxe-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kirby: Triple Deluxe (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>HAL Laboratory<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>2nd May 2014 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>16th May 2014 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/kirby_triple_deluxe\">Kirby: Triple Deluxe<\/a> is a pleasant platforming package that doesn\u2019t push the envelope very far. The Story Mode is an elegant but conservative adventure that trades too greatly in familiarity and simplicity, the same type of neo-nostalgia that Nintendo courts so successfully with the Mario and Zelda franchises. Triple Deluxe is sure to scratch that Kirby itch \u2014 or create one for new players \u2014 but fails to move the franchise forward in any meaningful direction.<\/p>\n<p>However, the rest of the package holds its own quite well and birthed more than one standalone title in Kirby Fighters and Dedede&#8217;s Drum Dash. A fine introduction to Kirby&#8217;s brand of adventuring, then, just not a very ambitious one.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">21. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_kart_7\">Mario Kart 7 (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/mario_kart_7\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/68dabde3b912b\/mario-kart-7-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mario Kart 7 (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_kart_7\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/802182de3fd67\/mario-kart-7-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mario Kart 7 (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Nintendo EAD<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>4th Dec 2011 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>2nd Dec 2011 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>The DS entry in the series did a marvellous job of giving players the full-blooded 3D experience, but 3DS\u2019 extra horsepower made this feel more like a home console release than ever before. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_kart_7\">Mario Kart 7<\/a> (the first game in the series to have a number at the end of its title, fact fans) is perhaps one of the finest racers ever made, and certainly one of the best on the 3DS.<\/p>\n<p>Bringing back coins during races and introducing vehicle customisation and underwater driving to the series, its excellent autostereoscopic 3D once again proved that, in the right hands, the system&#8217;s namesake feature could really add some special sauce, helping flesh out the world <em>just that little bit<\/em> more. Booting it up now makes us miss having the option \u2014 roll on Nintendo 3DSwitch! (Calm down, that\u2019s a joke\u2026 or is it?)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"20 to 11\" id=\"top-20\">20. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_bowsers_inside_story_plus_bowser_jr_s_journey\">Mario &amp; Luigi: Bowser&#8217;s Inside Story + Bowser Jr.&#8217;s Journey (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_bowsers_inside_story_plus_bowser_jr_s_journey\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/8979939a0739c\/mario-and-luigi-bowsers-inside-story-plus-bowser-jr-s-journey-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mario &amp; Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_bowsers_inside_story_plus_bowser_jr_s_journey\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/07a543c431e9c\/mario-and-luigi-bowsers-inside-story-plus-bowser-jr-s-journey-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mario &amp; Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story + Bowser Jr.'s Journey (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>11th Jan 2019 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>25th Jan 2019 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>This spruce-up of the DS original, along with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/kirbyrs_extra_epic_yarn\">Kirby\u2019s Extra Epic Yarn<\/a>, gave the 3DS a truly great swansong, even if most Nintendo fans had moved on to Switch by January 2019.<\/p>\n<p>With updated visuals, a brand-new side story involving Bowser Jr., and the ability to speed up gameplay, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_bowsers_inside_story_plus_bowser_jr_s_journey\">Bowser&#8217;s Inside Story<\/a> on 3DS is the best version of arguably the best of the Mario &amp; Luigi RPG series. Plus, you get to root around in the intestines of a giant fire-breathing lizard. What\u2019s not to like?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">19. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/bravely_default\">Bravely Default (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/bravely_default\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/2968cda5b8636\/bravely-default-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Bravely Default (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/bravely_default\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/02e1c61f7583e\/bravely-default-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"131\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Bravely Default (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Silicon Studio<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>7th Feb 2014 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>6th Dec 2013 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Wisely eschewing its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/bravely_default\">Flying Fairy<\/a> subtitle in the West, this JRPG has fine pedigree and shook up some of the dustier elements of the genre with its eponymous Brave\/Default mechanic, but still retained the customary hero\u2019s tale and beautiful presentation of Square Enix\u2019s finest titles.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a hell of a ride and aside from some questionable (though relatively unobtrusive) microtransactions, it\u2019s up there (along with its direct sequel, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/bravely_second_end_layer\">Bravely Second: End Layer<\/a>) with the finest 3DS exclusives and well worth going back to if you missed it first time round.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">18. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_echoes_shadows_of_valentia\">Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_echoes_shadows_of_valentia\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/a4264f101e018\/fire-emblem-echoes-shadows-of-valentia-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_echoes_shadows_of_valentia\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/e8b971abdfcd1\/fire-emblem-echoes-shadows-of-valentia-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Intelligent Systems<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>19th May 2017 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>19th May 2017 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>A remake of <strong>Fire Emblem Gaiden<\/strong>, the second game in the series, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_echoes_shadows_of_valentia\">Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia<\/a> stepped back from the triple-route complexities of its immediate predecessor, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_fates\">Fire Emblem Fates<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Returning to the purity of an earlier time didn&#8217;t mean a simpler game, though, as the original Japan-only Gaiden incorporated dungeon crawling and free-roaming RPG elements that were ideal fodder for a remake using systems developed for the previous 3DS entries.<\/p>\n<p>Indeed, it served as a sterling farewell for the series on the 3DS \u2014 a platform which kicked the series into the big-time success it so deserved in the West \u2014 although we can&#8217;t help wishing more people had got to experience it through a Switch release. Still, this is a fine game; yet another to benefit from the localisation talents of 8-4.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">17. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/luigis_mansion_dark_moon\">Luigi&#8217;s Mansion: Dark Moon (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/luigis_mansion_dark_moon\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/a001cd3165e29\/luigis-mansion-dark-moon-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/luigis_mansion_dark_moon\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/47ebe4d1d38bb\/luigis-mansion-dark-moon-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Next Level Games<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>24th Mar 2013 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>28th Mar 2013 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>By the time this sequel arrived, people had come around to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/gamecube\/luigis_mansion\">Luigi\u2019s Mansion<\/a>. The GameCube original rubbed those expecting a Mario game at launch the wrong way, but with suitably adjusted expectations most players came to appreciate the beauty and comedy of Luigi\u2019s haunted house exploits.<\/p>\n<p>Next Level\u2019s sequel brought to fruition the planned stereoscopic 3D of the original to fantastic effect, making the mansion in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/luigis_mansion_dark_moon\">Dark Moon<\/a> really feel like a diorama as the green plumber tip-toes around sucking up ghosts and coins. A port of the original also came to 3DS, and they\u2019re both excellent ways to prepare for the upcoming <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/luigis_mansion_3\">Luigi\u2019s Mansion 3<\/a> on Switch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">16. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/new-3ds\/xenoblade_chronicles_3d\">Xenoblade Chronicles 3D (New 3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/new-3ds\/xenoblade_chronicles_3d\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/abdee12b3fca5\/xenoblade-chronicles-3d-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Xenoblade Chronicles 3D (New 3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/new-3ds\/xenoblade_chronicles_3d\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/04e237a98d5d7\/xenoblade-chronicles-3d-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Xenoblade Chronicles 3D (New 3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Monster Games<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>10th Apr 2015 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>2nd Apr 2015 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>A technical marvel, quite how Monster Games fit Monolith Soft\u2019s 3D epic onto this tiny handheld in 2015 is still something of a mystery.<\/p>\n<p>Most of the Wii original\u2019s HUD gubbins were shifted to the bottom screen, leaving the top one to deliver the grandeur of the Bionis and the Mechonis on an uncluttered canvas. The scope of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/new-3ds\/xenoblade_chronicles_3d\">Xenoblade Chronicles 3D<\/a> meant it was restricted to running only on the updated \u2018New\u2019 3DS models, though &#8211; one of very few exclusives that weren&#8217;t playable on earlier models.<\/p>\n<p>It was never going to beat the Wii version in a beauty pageant, but having it on a handheld gave busy gamers a better shot at seeing everything this brilliant 100-hour action RPG has to offer. That\u2019s as true today as it was in 2015, and while the 2020 Switch port stole its portable thunder, the first portable Xenoblade game still holds a place in our hearts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">15. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_iv\">Shin Megami Tensei IV (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_iv\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/050853c76635a\/shin-megami-tensei-iv-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei IV (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_iv\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/fd0680654e9b1\/shin-megami-tensei-iv-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shin Megami Tensei IV (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Atlus<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>16th Jul 2013 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>30th Oct 2014 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/shin_megami_tensei_iv\">Shin Megami Tensei IV<\/a> has it all: an exciting story with multiple paths and memorable characters, a captivating cast of monsters, fun, engaging combat, and a whole heap of style. Any RPG fan up for a dark adventure will have a blast here; you don&#8217;t need any background in the MegaTen series to enjoy it, and the well-balanced Easy mode means anyone can get in on the action.<\/p>\n<p>Even with the 3DS being abundant with RPGs, SMTIV still stands out from the pack and is a game to savour for fans or newcomers alike.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">14. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_superstar_saga_plus_bowsers_minions\">Mario &amp; Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser&#8217;s Minions (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_superstar_saga_plus_bowsers_minions\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/a60644f183a2e\/mario-and-luigi-superstar-saga-plus-bowsers-minions-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mario &amp; Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_superstar_saga_plus_bowsers_minions\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/923f09d2daa92\/mario-and-luigi-superstar-saga-plus-bowsers-minions-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Mario &amp; Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>AlphaDream<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>6th Oct 2017 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>6th Oct 2017 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_superstar_saga_plus_bowsers_minions\">Mario &amp; Luigi: Superstar Saga<\/a> is a classic, and this version is arguably the definitive one. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/mario_and_luigi_superstar_saga_plus_bowsers_minions\">Bowser&#8217;s Minions<\/a> is a harmless but shallow add-on, but the Superstars are the real attraction. This series has a distinct and special place within Nintendo gaming, and after experimentation and not-always-popular approaches in the 3DS era, this took us back to its roots.<\/p>\n<p>What a treat it is, too &#8211; funny, smartly designed, and pure unpretentious joy. This is a great starting point for those who missed the original on Game Boy Advance (though you can play that now via Nintendo Switch Online).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">13. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/super_smash_bros_for_nintendo_3ds\">Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/super_smash_bros_for_nintendo_3ds\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/056b777e503e7\/super-smash-bros-for-nintendo-3ds-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/super_smash_bros_for_nintendo_3ds\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/1dcffa39a0c2c\/super-smash-bros-for-nintendo-3ds-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Sora<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>3rd Oct 2014 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>3rd Oct 2014 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Squeezing Smash\u2019s frantic brawling onto a handheld seemed like an impossible feat, but Sakurai\u2019s team of wizards managed to get practically everything from the Wii U version onto the 3DS while also adding stereoscopic 3D, plus exclusive modes (Smash Run and StreetSmash) and stages.<\/p>\n<p>This one introduced the ability to customise your fighters by changing their attacks and providing unique power-ups to create a playstyle that works best for you. It also introduced amiibo support, allowing you to train CPU characters and import them into a match with a simple tap of the figure on the console.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/super_smash_bros_for_nintendo_3ds\">Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS<\/a> even allowed you to use the 3DS as a controller for the Wii U version \u2013 of course, the constant tension and rapid button presses mean it\u2019s definitely not the most comfortable way to play, but back in 2014 3DS owners were treated to an honest-to-goodness, full-fat Super Smash Bros. <em>on a handheld<\/em>, and over a month before it came to Wii U. It\u2019s still an impressive game to this day and worthy of a place in your collection.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">12. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/star_fox_64_3d\">Star Fox 64 3D (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/star_fox_64_3d\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/a151c56c7a20a\/star-fox-64-3d-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Star Fox 64 3D (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/star_fox_64_3d\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/a36c830455e01\/star-fox-64-3d-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Star Fox 64 3D (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>9th Sep 2011 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>9th Sep 2011 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Post-<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/n64\/star_fox_64\">Star Fox 64<\/a>, subsequent entries in the series have had interesting elements and plenty of great moments, but none have quite captured \u2014 certainly not consistently \u2014 the cinematic formula we fell in love with back in 1997.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, this 3DS remake reminded everyone just how good it can be, with sumptuous autostereoscopic 3D added for good measure. Of course, we miss the chunky Rumble Pak and the N64\u2019s peculiar pad, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/star_fox_64_3d\">Star Fox 64 3D<\/a> is arguably the best way to find out why we still get a tiny buzz every time someone cracks out a tired \u2018barrel roll\u2019 reference.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">11. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/metroid_samus_returns\">Metroid: Samus Returns (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/metroid_samus_returns\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/9d7cee3c84f45\/metroid-samus-returns-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Metroid: Samus Returns (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/metroid_samus_returns\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/1454a9868c95d\/metroid-samus-returns-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Metroid: Samus Returns (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>MercurySteam<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>15th Sep 2017 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>15th Sep 2017 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>The Game Boy sequel to the original <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nes\/metroid\">Metroid<\/a> on NES was remarkable back in the day, but if there was ever a perfect candidate for a remake in Nintendo\u2019s back catalogue, that was the one. MercurySteam did a fabulous job updating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/gameboy\/metroid_ii_return_of_samus\">Metroid II<\/a>\u2019s mechanics for the 21st century, giving a whole new audience the chance to experience an important chapter in the series\u2019 story.<\/p>\n<p>Handy additions like the map were joined with a new melee attack which introduced a delicate balance of risk versus reward, and the result was one of the best games on the system. It was no surprise that Nintendo partnered with the developer on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/metroid_dread\">Metroid Dread<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"10 to 1\" id=\"top-10\">10. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/shovel_knight\">Shovel Knight (3DS eShop)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds-eshop\/shovel_knight\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/955d45d82ab9b\/shovel-knight-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shovel Knight (3DS eShop)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/shovel_knight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/3132b574ca5cb\/shovel-knight-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"145\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Shovel Knight (3DS eShop)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Yacht Club Games<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Yacht Club Games<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>26th Jun 2014 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>11th Jun 2015 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds-eshop\/shovel_knight\">Shovel Knight<\/a> is more than just a great platformer; it&#8217;s a celebration of classic gaming. Excellent controls, gorgeous graphics, an incredible soundtrack and endearing characters make the game worth playing, but top-notch level design, varied gameplay, hidden rooms, optional challenges and a deceptively rich combat system make it brilliantly memorable. The entire experience comes together so naturally that it feels more like a recently unearthed gem from the days of the NES than it does a latter-day attempt to milk nostalgia.<\/p>\n<p>Shovel Knight is the rarest kind of game: one that set sky-high expectations prior to release, and then managed to exceed all of them. One of the most charming and satisfying retro-styled platformers on 3DS.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">9. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/kid_icarus_uprising\">Kid Icarus: Uprising (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/kid_icarus_uprising\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/5b1a22cfdff28\/kid-icarus-uprising-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kid Icarus: Uprising (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/kid_icarus_uprising\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/d47315e801303\/kid-icarus-uprising-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kid Icarus: Uprising (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Project Sora<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>23rd Mar 2012 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>23rd Mar 2012 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/kid_icarus_uprising\">Kid Icarus: Uprising<\/a> is one of the most attractive, exhilarating, entertaining and outrageously fun titles on 3DS. Uprising provides a substantial amount of content, its own brand of adrenaline-pumping set pieces and wonderful humour.<\/p>\n<p>Arguably awkward controls aside, it sweeps you along at breakneck speed and is a must-have title for that very reason.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">8. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_omega_ruby_and_alpha_sapphire\">Pok\u00e9mon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/pokemon_omega_ruby_and_alpha_sapphire\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/ecefad8f9628d\/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-alpha-sapphire-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_omega_ruby_and_alpha_sapphire\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/8f96a31ebd598\/pokemon-omega-ruby-and-alpha-sapphire-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Pok\u00e9mon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Game Freak<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>21st Nov 2014 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>28th Nov 2014 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/pokemon_omega_ruby_and_alpha_sapphire\">Pok\u00e9mon Omega Ruby &amp; Alpha Sapphire<\/a> seem very similar to Pok\u00e9mon X &amp; Y, as you might expect, but the story and the environments you encounter feel \u2014 despite the fact that they are remakes \u2014 very fresh and unique. They\u2019re not an extensive upgrade from their other 3DS counterparts, but any Pok\u00e9-fan who\u2019s played one of the series remakes in the past knows not to expect radical overhauls.<\/p>\n<p>These titles should be considered as more-than-worthy accompaniments to X &amp; Y, even though they arguably surpassed those games by pushing new ideas such as the Soar ability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">7. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/dragon_quest_viii_journey_of_the_cursed_king\">Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/dragon_quest_viii_journey_of_the_cursed_king\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/dc9733a6b024f\/dragon-quest-viii-journey-of-the-cursed-king-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/dragon_quest_viii_journey_of_the_cursed_king\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/d399f7e1ef1a3\/dragon-quest-viii-journey-of-the-cursed-king-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"135\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Square Enix<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Square Enix<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>20th Jan 2017 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>20th Jan 2017 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Originally released on PS2, this 3DS remake is yet another brilliant instalment in the legendary series. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/dragon_quest_viii_journey_of_the_cursed_king\">Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King<\/a> showcases its trademark style with great music, a memorable roster of characters and all the quality-of-life improvements you\u2019d expect with a more modern remake of an RPG classic. Incredibly, this was the first game in the mainline series to launch in PAL regions, and it was also the first to ditch the &#8216;Warrior&#8217; from the North American version.<\/p>\n<p>The 3DS version adds new characters, too, so many consider this the definitive version of an all-time favourite. And, unlike some other games in the franchise, its sprightly pace makes it an excellent choice for new players, too. 200-hour grinds are all well and good, but how are you going to fit in all the other 3DS gems?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">6. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/kirby_planet_robobot\">Kirby: Planet Robobot (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/kirby_planet_robobot\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/2272f63408c92\/kirby-planet-robobot-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kirby: Planet Robobot (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/kirby_planet_robobot\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/7f1458e12f63c\/kirby-planet-robobot-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Kirby: Planet Robobot (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>HAL Laboratory<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>10th Jun 2016 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>10th Jun 2016 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Building on the solid foundation of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/kirby_triple_deluxe\">Kirby: Triple Deluxe<\/a>, this is a game where the pink ball can transform into Mech Kirby.<\/p>\n<p>Personally, we would have scribbled that into the design doc, grinned from ear to ear and gone down the pub for a celebratory pint, but the consummate professionals at HAL took that winning central idea and surrounded it with brilliantly designed worlds, trademark rainbow visuals and enough charming moments to make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/kirby_planet_robobot\">Kirby: Planet Robobot<\/a> the finest outing on 3DS \u2014 and arguably on <em>any<\/em> system \u2014 for The Most Powerful Video Game Character Of Them All\u2122.<\/p>\n<p>We always knew he was more than candyfloss with a face.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">5. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/animal_crossing_new_leaf\">Animal Crossing: New Leaf (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/animal_crossing_new_leaf\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/b11f139fd3eee\/animal-crossing-new-leaf-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Animal Crossing: New Leaf (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/animal_crossing_new_leaf\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/e2a09815ed7d9\/animal-crossing-new-leaf-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Animal Crossing: New Leaf (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Nintendo EAD<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>9th Jun 2013 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>14th Jun 2013 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Becoming mayor in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/animal_crossing_new_leaf\">Animal Crossing: New Leaf<\/a> gives you licence to shape your village more than ever before, with the help of secretary Isabelle, of course. The most evergreen of games, Animal Crossing is a joyous pastime that enters your life and becomes part of your routine. Whether catching comedian Dr Shrunk or resident musician\/DJ K.K. Slider at Club LOL, taking fossils and artworks to Blathers for verification, or simply wandering around catching bugs and fishing, there\u2019s enough to keep you occupied for days, months, <em>years<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>It never overwhelms you, though; you can go deep with breeding flowers or working the stalk market, or kick back and collect fruit, decorate your house or simply chat with fellow villagers throughout the changing seasons. The addition of the campsite and amiibo support in the Welcome amiibo update gave us more reasons to return. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/nintendo-switch\/animal_crossing_new_horizons\">Animal Crossing: New Horizons<\/a> may be the shinier, newer version, but New Leaf is still a very fine way to experience the charm of this relaxing series.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">4. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_majoras_mask_3d\">The Legend of Zelda: Majora&#8217;s Mask 3D (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_majoras_mask_3d\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/215c9c62443e0\/legend-of-zelda-majoras-mask-3d-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_majoras_mask_3d\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/b4dedda2411d3\/legend-of-zelda-majoras-mask-3d-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>13th Feb 2015 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>13th Feb 2015 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_majoras_mask_3d\">The Legend of Zelda: Majora&#8217;s Mask 3D<\/a> was a magnificent refurbishment. A visual overhaul and streamlined features make this version even more enjoyable than the original N64 release.<\/p>\n<p>Minor flaws seem insignificant against its unique gameplay ideas, its dark and haunting theme, and the ticking clock of its cleverly crafted world. It&#8217;s strange, perhaps, that a game in which the main premise revolves around repeatedly travelling back in time was so ahead of its time.<\/p>\n<p>In its enhanced form, The Legend of Zelda: Majora&#8217;s Mask 3D belies its age and stands shoulder-to-shoulder with the very best games on its host system or anywhere else. Simply put, it&#8217;s a masterpiece that every 3DS owner should play.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">3. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_awakening\">Fire Emblem: Awakening (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_awakening\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/7ff6ab359dac2\/fire-emblem-awakening-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Fire Emblem: Awakening (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_awakening\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/6d380f2c188bb\/fire-emblem-awakening-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"134\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Fire Emblem: Awakening (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Intelligent Systems<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>4th Feb 2013 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>19th Apr 2013 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>Fire Emblem has always enjoyed the adulation of a passionate fanbase, but it wasn\u2019t until <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/fire_emblem_awakening\">Fire Emblem: Awakening<\/a> with fan-favourite characters Chrom and Robin that its popularity went mainstream. Beyond series-best mechanics, subtle use of stereoscopic 3D made the battlefields even more readable and wonderful writing made a large roster of characters truly memorable.<\/p>\n<p>The relationships and bonds we created on and off the battlefield here stick in our minds to this day (<em>ah<\/em>, Sully). The contribution made by 8-4&#8217;s fantastic localisation can&#8217;t be overstated, and the characters became far more than mere units to level up; you really invested emotionally in the fates of Chrom, Cordelia, Lon&#8217;qu, Tharja, Gregor, Donnel, and company.<\/p>\n<p>Without Awakening, it&#8217;s quite possible that the series would be languishing in the doldrums of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/news\/2019\/06\/feature_dormant_nintendo_franchises_wed_like_to_see_return_on_switch\">dormant Nintendo franchises<\/a>. This game rejuvenated the series, catapulting it into the top tier of Nintendo IPs on the international stage in a way Intelligent Systems hadn&#8217;t achieved previously. You can\u2019t really go wrong with any entries in the Fire Emblem series, but the first 3DS game left a particularly strong impression.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">2. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_a_link_between_worlds\">The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_a_link_between_worlds\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/22d348bef2ca6\/legend-of-zelda-a-link-between-worlds-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_a_link_between_worlds\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/dcff016ee3f7f\/legend-of-zelda-a-link-between-worlds-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"133\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>22nd Nov 2013 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>22nd Nov 2013 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>When we first heard that the 3DS entry in this venerable series would revisit the world of A Link To The Past, our excitement was tempered with trepidation. The SNES classic is sacred ground and perhaps returning to <em>that<\/em> Hyrule might sully our memories, or worse, reveal that it wasn\u2019t quite as good as we remember.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, our concern was unwarranted; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_a_link_between_worlds\">A Link Between Worlds<\/a> proved to be spectacular. Like all the best mechanics in the series, its novel wall-painting transformation puzzles were so ingeniously simple that you wondered why the concept hadn\u2019t been hit upon before.<\/p>\n<p>Great use of the system\u2019s 3D feature brought Hyrule to life in a game that rivals the greatest in the series. If \u2013 shock! horror! \u2013 you\u2019re reading this and you <em>don\u2019t<\/em> own a 3DS, it\u2019s time to track one down and play one of the very best games in a franchise of winners.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"heading\" data-toc=\"skip\">1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_ocarina_of_time_3d\">The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D (3DS)<\/a><\/h3>\n<aside class=\"list-hero\" data-subject=\"games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_ocarina_of_time_3d\">\n<div class=\"scanlines-before\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/e180d8699d818\/legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-3d-artwork.900x250.jpg\" width=\"900\" height=\"250\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D (3DS)\"><\/div>\n<p><a class=\"cover scanlines\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_ocarina_of_time_3d\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/images.nintendolife.com\/feffdcaac1187\/legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-3d-cover.cover_small.jpg\" width=\"150\" height=\"132\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D (3DS)\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"list-hero-info\">\n<p><span>Publisher: <\/span><strong>Nintendo<\/strong> \/ <span>Developer: <\/span><strong>Grezzo<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"release\"><span>Release Date: <\/span><strong>19th Jun 2011 (<abbr title=\"United States \/ North America\">USA<\/abbr>)<\/strong> \/ <strong>17th Jun 2011 (<abbr title=\"UK \/ European\">UK\/EU<\/abbr>)<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside class=\"picture embed pictures\" id=\"screenshots\"><\/aside>\n<p>As if its library wasn&#8217;t impressive enough, the 3DS got a wonderful reworking of a game which collects \u2018Best Game Of All Time\u2019 awards like beer mats.<\/p>\n<p>It was always going to be good, but Grezzo managed to strike the perfect balance between evoking nostalgia for the N64 original and carefully updating and polishing Ocarina of Time to help it shine in the 21st century. It\u2019s just like you remember, but going back and actually comparing the two reveals that it\u2019s <em>vastly<\/em> improved and overhauled, from UI to textures to character models and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>We might miss the Stone of Agony&#8217;s rumble, but all <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/games\/3ds\/legend_of_zelda_ocarina_of_time_3d\">Ocarina of Time 3D<\/a>&#8216;s modifications make it the best way to play the game in the present day. And <em>everybody<\/em> should play Ocarina of Time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Phew, well done on making it to the end of that massive 3DS games list. What a console!<\/p>\n<p>Before we head off, let&#8217;s answer some common questions readers have about the 3DS.<\/p>\n<p>The 3DS release date varied depending on your territory, with the system launching worldwide between February and March 2011.<\/p>\n<p>It launched in Japan first, with the North American, European, and Australasian launches coming approximately one month later.<\/p>\n<p>According to <a class=\"external\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/List_of_Nintendo_3DS_games\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikipedia\u2019s list of 3DS games<\/a>, a total of 1817 Nintendo 3DS games were released during the console\u2019s entire lifespan.<\/p>\n<p>The exact number of releases varies depending on the territory (Europe, Japan, North America), but you&#8217;ll find all 3DS games listed by region on that page.<\/p>\n<p>The 3DS was discontinued in September 2020 and these days you won&#8217;t find a new console on the shelves of major retailers.<\/p>\n<p>As a result, secondhand prices have shot up since 2020. These days you should expect to pay between $100-200 for a 3DS in decent condition, although later-era hardware can cost considerably more, especially if you&#8217;re looking for a complete-in-box New 3DS.<\/p>\n<p>And for the rarer variants (like the Super NES version or one of the Pok\u00e9mon editions) you can expect to pay $300-400 &#8211; possibly more!<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a used 3DS, eBay and Facebook Marketplace are a good place to start. If you&#8217;re lucky, retailers such as GameStop in the US or GAME in Europe may still have reasonably priced secondhand units sitting in display cabinets, so it&#8217;s worth checking your local stores just in case. Software is getting harder and harder to find these days, too, unfortunately.<\/p>\n<p>3DS is backwards compatible with original DS software, yes &#8211; DS games fit into the 3DS cart slot just fine.<\/p>\n<p>Peripherals that used the GBA slot on the original DS and DS Lite no longer function thanks to the absence of <em>that<\/em> cartridge slot, but the software itself will run fine. Indeed, backwards compatibility opened an avenue to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/guides\/50-best-nintendo-ds-games-of-all-time\">another whole console\u2019s worth of fabulous games<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike its predecessor, however, 3DS is region-locked. So while you&#8217;re able to play DS games from any region on any 3DS, you can&#8217;t play 3DS games on a system from a different region. (For instance, a US copy of Super Mario 3D Land won&#8217;t play on a Japanese 3DS.)<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately not. The 3DS eShop closed on 27th March 2023 and it&#8217;s no longer possible to buy games via the console&#8217;s online store.<\/p>\n<p>You can still redownload previous purchases, though. Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/guides\/when-does-3ds-and-wii-u-online-shut-down-nintendo-eshop-and-online-play-closure-guide\">our 3DS eShop closure guide<\/a> for the full rundown.<\/p>\n<p>Nintendo produced several variants of the 3DS over the course of the system&#8217;s lifespan, referring to them collectively as the &#8216;Nintendo 3DS Family of Systems&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p>There are six different versions of the 3DS hardware in total, not counting colour variants and special editions with cosmetic differences only.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a list of every version of the 3DS hardware, with a brief description of the differences:<\/p>\n<p>A small number of retail games were playable exclusively on New Nintendo 3DS systems. A regular 3DS or 3DS without the &#8216;New&#8217; prefix isn&#8217;t able to run this software.<\/p>\n<p>As well as those retail releases, the 3DS eShop hosted a small number of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendolife.com\/new-3ds\/games\/browse\">New 3DS-exclusive games<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>All Virtual Console Super NES games were also playable only on New 3DS.<\/p>\n<p>The glasses-free 3D effect is optional for all 3DS games and is controlled via a slider on the side of the console. It&#8217;s an impressive effect but you don&#8217;t have to turn 3D on to play and enjoy 3DS games.<\/p>\n<p>In fact, the 3DS&#8217; namesake autostereoscopic 3D turned out to be a bit of a non-starter \u2014 some games didn&#8217;t even support it, most notably flagship entries in the Pok\u00e9mon series.<\/p>\n<p>However, many of the best games <em>did<\/em> make great use of the feature, and the \u2018New\u2019 hardware variant (which arrived in 2014) also improved its ease of use considerably thanks to eye-tracking that maintained the 3D &#8216;sweet spot&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p>According to Nintendo, Mario Kart 7 is the best-selling 3DS game, with 18.99 million copies sold.<\/p>\n<p>Pok\u00e9mon X and Y come in second place with 16.76 million units, with Pok\u00e9mon Sun and Moon just behind them with 16.33 million copies sold.<\/p>\n<p>You can check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nintendo.co.jp\/ir\/en\/finance\/software\/3ds.html\">Nintendo&#8217;s Top 10<\/a> if you&#8217;re interested in the rest of the 3DS&#8217; best-sellers. (Spoilers: there&#8217;s lots of Pok\u00e9mon!)<\/p>\n<p>Pok\u00f1emon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire is the best Pok\u00e9mon game on 3DS according to our list, coming in at #8.<\/p>\n<p>Beneath that sit Pok\u00e9mon X and Y (#29), Sun and Moon (#38), Ultra Sun and Moon (#41), and Super Mystery Dungeon (#46) and Pok\u00e9mon<\/p>\n<p>According to our list, Super Mario 3D Land (#28) is the best Mario platformer on the system.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for games starring the plumber rather than his trademark platform games, Mario &amp; Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser&#8217;s Minions (#15), Mario Kart 7 (#20), and Mario &amp; Luigi: Bowser&#8217;s Inside Story + Bowser Jr.&#8217;s Journey (#22) are the highest-ranking Mario spin-offs at the time of writing.<\/p>\n<p>Disagree with this ranking? Can&#8217;t see your favourite on the list? Feel free to find any and all 3DS games using the search tool below and score your favourites out of 10.<\/p>\n<p><em>Note. In order for games to become eligible, they need a minimum of 50 User Ratings in total.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Plenty of very good 3DS games there, wouldn&#8217;t you say? Is this the best library on any Nintendo console? It&#8217;s hard to argue with the depth and breadth of software on offer. Share your thoughts and memories of the console and its games below.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>26th February 2026 marks the 15th anniversary of the Nintendo 3DS&#8217; Japanese debut. The first in the &#8220;3DS family of systems&#8221; that would grow substantially over the years, this system boasts one of the best libraries of any console ever. 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