Best Nintendo Nintendo 3Ds Games in 2026

Revisit the Sinnoh region from the original Pokémon Diamond Version game and set off to try and become the Champion of the Pokémon League

The Pokémon Brilliant Diamond game brings new life to this remade classic with added features

Explore the Grand Underground to dig up items and Pokémon Fossils, build a Secret Base, and more.

Enjoy two Mario adventures solo or with friends

In Super Mario 3D World, choose a character each with distinct playstyles as you dash and climb through dozens of colorful courses, collecting Green Stars and power-ups along the way

Cooperate (and compete) with friends locally or online to reach each stage’s goal. A crown is awarded to the highest-scoring player, making for a friendly frenzy

Get behind the visor of intergalactic bounty hunter Samus Aran in her critically-acclaimed first-person adventure

USA NTSC version game with World Edition packaging as pictured. Plays on all USA version (NTSC) 3DS consoles

Mario and Luigi have access to different techniques, known as Bros., Moves, necessary for solving puzzles on their adventurev

Time your button presses to skillfully dodge enemy blows, land devastating counters, and inflict increased damage in battle. Utilize Bros Attacks that dishout massive damage

Journey into the abandoned mine or face the Spider Queen!

The first in a series of Expeditions to expand you Clank! adventures!

Explore the depths to find the treasure, but make sure to hurry back out, alive!

An epic adventure across the land and skies of Hyrule awaits in the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game for the Nintendo Switch system. The adventure is yours to create in a world fueled by your imagination.

Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda enchants with its retro charm

Game & Watch console includes the Legend of Zelda, Zelda II: The Adventure of Link and The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening three clic titles from The Legend of Zelda series

Game & Watch Clic Vermin with link as a playable character

USA NTSC version game with World Edition packaging as pictured.

Plays on all USA version (NTSC) 3DS Consoles.

All-new Pokémon and past favorites come to life with detailed graphics and intense 3D battles. Become a Pokémon Trainer and set out for adventure in a visually stunning new region filled with new Pokémon to catch, trade, and battle. In Pokémon-Amie, you can pet, feed, and play with your Pokémon to form a deeper bond, which may benefit you in future battles. Plus, you can connect and communicate with players around the world at any time to challenge them to a battle, trade Pokémon, and much more.

A new light shines on the Alola region!

Take on the role of a Pokemon Trainer and encounter Pokemon, uncover new tales, and Unravel the mystery behind the two forms reminiscent of the legendary Pokemon.

These new titles power up the Pokemon Sun and Pokemon moon content with new story additions and features, earning them the name “ultra!” another adventure is about to begin!

Mario's clumsy brother takes center stage in this spooky ghost-hunting and puzzle-solving adventure game

Five massive mansions to explore, complete with puzzling challenges you'll need to solve to access new corridors and hidden secrets

Use the Poltergust 5000, a powerful ghost-catching vaccum cleaner, to capture a host of clever ghosts and creatures

An innovative new interactive menu system allows for complete immersion in Sonic's universe with favorite characters and hidden treasures gradually being revealed throughout the game.

Each incarnation of Sonic in Sonic Generations comes complete with his trademark special move, Spin Dash and Spin Attack for Classic Sonic, and the Homing Attack and Sonic Boost for Modern Sonic.

Once you complete each level and 'free' Sonic's captured friends, you'll get to go back and take on more challenges with them at your side.

Play as a Pokémon as you talk to, befriend and fight alongside your favourite characters

Revisit the classic in this beautiful watercolour remake of the first Mystery Dungeon - on Nintendo Switch for the very first time

Your personality decides who you are. Answer questions about yourself to see which of the 16 Pokémon starters you will become

Join Kirby in a 1-4 player* collaborative adventure and competitive subgame attractions

Help Magolor rebuild his ship with Copy Abilities like Fire, Whip, Mecha, and Sand in the main adventure

Play returning subgames like Samurai Kirby, as well as new ones like Magolor’s Tome Trackers and Booming Blasters in the Merry Magoland amusement park

Prepare to embark on an RPG adventure unlike anything the Monster Hunter series has ever known.

In Monster Hunter Stories, become a rider and bond with monsters to raise their potential and unleash powerful combos.

Players can fly, swim and crash into new areas of the map; discover eggs to collect and hatch; and participate in turn-based battles with a party of multiple monsters.

Embark on a new Pokémon adventure

Catch, battle, and train Pokémon in the Paldea Region, a vast land filled with lakes, towering peaks, wastelands, small towns, and sprawling cities.

Choose either Sprigatito, Fuecoco, or Quaxly, to be your first partner Pokémon before setting off on your journey through Paldea.

World - Players explore various cities and dungeons of the world;In order for players to reach the Seaslight, the four giant crystals that govern the seasons, they must cross a beautiful yet rugged path

Daily Life - Vegetables, grains, and fruits can be grown on fields and shipped for money, used as crafting materials, and cooking; Recipes can have the effect of recovering HP or temporarily increasing stats, which will be useful while on adventures

Animals - Players take care of their animals: the round bird Cluffowl, the dignified goat Woolum, and their pet Totokaku, which may lead to nice rewards

A truly personal story - Make tough decisions and choose your own future. Freely roam the streets, stores, and hidden spaces of haven spring and meet unforgettable characters

The truth will hurt - Discover the shocking secrets behind your brother's death in an emotional roller-coaster of an adventure

Feel everything - change fate and change lives with the psychic power of empathy

USA NTSC version game with World Edition packaging as pictured. No region restrictions.

Embark on a new adventure as a Pokemon Trainer and catch, battle, and trade all-new Pokemon on the tropical islands of a new Region and become a Pokemon Champion!

Games in 2D. Some areas also playable in 3D. Games sold separately

Embark on a journey where you build your Life and live your adventure.

Get a Life, or 5, or 12!

Play cooperatively with friends over local wireless, additional systems and games required for multiplayer mode; each sold separately.

Chained by Fate. Cursed by Blood. Revealed by Destiny

Join the famed Belmont Clan as they seek Dracula's ultimate destruction

Intense whip combat and platforming. Epic adventures with deep exploration of Dracula's castle

Solve Puzzles at home or on the go with LAYTON'S mystery journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires' Conspiracy - Deluxe Edition

The deluxe Edition offers more than 40 brand-new puzzles, in addition to puzzles refined from the original Nintendo 3DS version of the game, an improved screen layout, enhanced graphics, new outfits and all previously released DLC

Because it's on Nintendo Switch, LAYTON'S mystery journey: Katrielle and the Millionaires' Conspiracy - Deluxe Edition marks the first time the layton series can be played at home on a TV,

From the team that brought you The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D on Nintendo 3DS

Experience a total adventure from legendary director Koichi Ishii

Experiment with different characters to battle enemies in real-time combat and even solve puzzles

Crack the case in this new detective adventure game by interacting with a unique, fully-voiced Pikachu!

As Tim Goodman, you’ll partner with a self-proclaimed “great detective” Pikachu to solve strange occurrences all over Ryme City.

Together you must investigate, take notes, and meet up with other Pokémon to unravel the city’s greatest mysteries!

Minecraft is a game about placing blocks and going on adventures. Only playable on a New Nintendo 3DS. Explore randomly‐generated worlds and build amazing things.

Create and explore your very own world where the only limit is what you can imagine.

Includes five skin packs and two texture packs to customize your gameplay!

Distinctive Classical Style of Role-Playing - Hearkens back to the golden age of RPGs, complete with tactical turn-based combat and cut scenes presented through in-engine animations as opposed to still images or video clips

Game-Spanning Farm and Life Simulation Elements - Grow and harvest crops, catch bugs, quarry for precious gems, synthesize items, tend livestock, forge relationships with locals and more, all performed in real time throughout the adventure

Tons of Optional Content - Extend the 25-hour main story by collecting over 600 unique items, undertaking nearly 100 quests, decorating your farm with souvenirs, challenging optional dungeons, and even utilizing Street Pass to connect with other players

The follow up to the popular franchise, lets players enjoy a variety of new adventures.

There are six Disney-themed worlds, such as exploring the world of Disney Frozen, dancing with Disney princesses or soaring through special Magical Dream events.

Players will encounter and interact with well-known characters like Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Ariel, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck.

Express Yourself: Pick out your clothing, hairstyle and accessories, decorate your bedroom the way you want, choose your favorite animal as a pet and even pick out accessories for your pet

Join your new Friends on unique adventures; Enjoy different activities with each friend as you learn about her unique personality, sets of interest and personal style

Explore Heartlake City and decide how you want to spend your time; Hang out with your friends at the cafe, play soccer, attend dance rehearsal, or visit the karate dojo

Explore the infinite possibilities of Mystery Dungeons as they come to life with vibrant 3D graphics and detailed environments!

Become a Pokémon and travel through a fantastic land inhabited only by other Pokémon! Enlist their help as you build Pokémon Paradise! Play as Pikachu, Snivy, Oshawott, Tepig, or Axew and talk to other Pokémon.

There's a new adventure around every corner as you battle and befriend Pokémon, collect treasure, and explore Mystery Dungeons that change each time you enter!

Lead Snoopy on a grand adventure through worlds full of imagination to help him find Charlie Brown and all of his friends!

Play together: 2-player co-op mulitplayer, play as Snoopy and Woodstock at the same time!

Easy and fun for all: Simple pick up and play controls!

Revisit the Sinnoh region from the original Pokémon Pearl Version game and set off to try and become the Champion of the Pokémon League

The Pokémon Shining Pearl game brings new life to this remade classic with added features

Explore the Grand Underground to dig up items and Pokémon Fossils, build a Secret Base, and more.