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Nintendo Ends 3DS and Wii U eShop Sales: No More Code Redemption

If you’re a Nintendo fan who enjoys purchasing games digitally, you may want to listen up. Nintendo has recently announced that players will no longer be able to redeem download codes for games on the 3DS and Wii U eShops. This means that if you were planning on buying a new game for your favorite system, you’ll need to make the purchase through the eShop directly. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at what led to this decision and what it means for gamers moving forward.


The article discusses Nintendo’s announcement of extending the period to redeem a code due to technical difficulties after ending the 3DS and Wii U eShop sales. The new date was extended until April 4th, 2023, but has now ended. The article shows a message that pops up when trying to redeem a code on the 3DS version of the game. The ability to purchase or acquire new digital software in any way or form on these eShops has come to an end. Although access to existing downloads is still available. The article concludes with a comment section for readers to express their feelings about the end of game sales on the 3DS and Wii U eShops.


In conclusion, as of January 31, 2019, Nintendo has ceased the redemption of download codes for both the 3DS and Wii U eShop. While this may come as a disappointment to some gamers, it is important to note that this move is necessary for the company to focus on newer and upcoming projects. However, if you have any unused codes lying around, be sure to redeem them before it’s too late. We hope this PSA has been helpful and informative, and we look forward to seeing what Nintendo has in store for us in the future. Happy gaming!

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