opening our list of top 25 3ds games of alltime is shantae and the pirate's curse prepare for another dazzling adventure inone of the console's many platformers. see our agile half-genie in an unlikely team-upwith her danger-footed arch-nemeses. after losing her powers, shantae enters theswashbuckling fray, with new weapons to save the day. other than her gorgeous locks, use ordinarytools in extraordinary ways to bring back scuttle town to rightful hands. it has a playscore of 8.78. 24.
3d out run yu suzuki’s 1986 racer gets a portable 3dremaster. this game will probably bring back a lot ofgood memories, with its friendly visuals and overall chill gameplay. cruise through relaxing countrysides and sandybeaches with its enhanced 60 frames per second. it includes modern additions like difficultysettings, car customizations, and arcade cabinets that restore the game to its authentic retroform. it has a playscore of 8.81. 23.
phoenix wright: ace attorney - dual destinies in this visual novel, use your logical witsas you defend your clients in the dark era of false claims. search for evidence, talk to witnesses, andput them on trial. do whatever you can to find holes in youropponent's charges. use wright's psyche-locks, find the liarswith apollo, and watch their emotions with athena. it’s time to lawyer up with a playscoreof 8.76. 22.
professor layton and the miracle mask the console's best-selling launch title, takea trip through professor layton's past and discover his best-kept secrets. with all his favorite friends, venture throughits many chapters and solve the mysteries in every one of them. retaining its original gameplay, it gainedchanges in other aspects. enjoy new 3d graphics, and navigate the environmentwith the 3ds's touchscreen. it has a playscore of 8.84. 21.
shin megami tensei iv: apocalypse atlus isn't letting this list go by withouttheir own shin megami tensei. enter another one of their twisted tales,and fall in love with each of their colorful cast of characters. while it's set in the same universe, apocalypsetakes a different path, with a different story and an all-new hero. resurrected by a demon's pact, a young hunterfinds himself in an unlikely situation. battle, explore, and collect. it has a playscore of 8.85.
20. dragon quest viii: journey of the cursed king one of the most acclaimed video games ever,dragon quest viii was the first in the series that received a 3d makeover. bask in its cel-shaded environments, and enjoythe joyous freedom that the third dimension offers. journey around the kingdom of trodain withthe aptly named hero, and save the kingdom by defeating the malevolent dhoulmagus. often compared with the final fantasy series,dragon quest proves that they're a masterpiece
of their own. it has a playscore of 8.86. 19. rhythm heaven megamix a rhythm game that's both challenging andrelaxing. groove to the beat of of music to clear eachof its 100 stages. you don't need dance moves to play, so longas you got fingers to tap. its remix stages revives the previous title'srainbow towers, compressing them into one song and filling it with tower-themed goodness.
explore its story mode to aid the homeward-boundtibby, or clean up your act in time for its perfect campaign. it has a playscore of 8.89. 18. kirby: planet robobot it's not like he needed it, but the adorablepink ball gets himself a mechanical upgrade. kirby fights fire with fire as he makes useof a mysterious mech to save his town from mechanization. use your robobot armor to lift and destroyobjects, copy abilities, and beat down enemies.
this robotic enhancement is a welcome additionto kirby’s already enjoyable formula, receiving a playscore of 8.9. 17. zero escape: virtue’s last reward chunsoft's sequel to 999, it follows the storyof 9 kidnapped individuals put in life-or-death situations. read through the game's thrilling narrative,and find clues to solve the mystery of your captor’s motives. it anchors mostly on the choices you make,as you decide to ally with or betray the other
captives. this opens up the opportunity to explore thedifferent results, making it a highly-replayable game. it's intricate and powerful storyline awardsit with a playscore of 8.91. 16. steamworld heist hop on board along with the galaxy's greatestpirates. they're not after the treasures...i mean,they're not just after the treasures. these do-gooding pirates ambush spaceshipsfilled with the most conniving and corrupt.
sneak into position in its turn-based combat,and fire trickshots onto enemy automatons. no need for mathematical equations with lasersights to help your aim. so go take the booty and abandon ship witha playscore of 8.91. 15. kid icarus: uprising dive into this tale of greek mythology madeespecially for the nintendo's handheld console. it has a perfectly executed combination ofon-rails and third-person shooting. along with goddess of light servant, pit,fight against extraordinary creatures in a war against the dark grecian gods.
it's been widely praised for its dazzlingstory, enchanting music, and addicting gameplay. it's a remarkable yet unexpected revival ofthe kid icarus title, and it receives a playscore of 8.92. 14. 3d streets of rage 2 sega's side-scrolling brawler makes its wayto the 3ds in the form of a polished remaster. relive your favorite fights with axel, blaze,and max thunder, along with the resident anarchist skate. to save your friend from dastardly mr. x,plow through the city's vermin with your bare
hands, and pummel them with devastating attacks. are you ready to rumble? it has a playscore of 8.95. 13. 3d sonic the hedgehog 2 with dr. robotnik up to another one of hisshenanigans, there's only one person we count on to stop him. our handsome hedgehog hero zips into play,showing off his new 3 dimensional crib. spin and dash through the south island’sall new zones, and save the animals from eggman's
evil grasp. ride the loop-de-loops and collect rings anewin another exciting sonic adventure. it has a playscore of 8.99. 12. luigi's mansion: dark moon step aside mario, it’s luigi’s time totake on the spotlight. there’s a lot more to see in the green mariobrother’s second venture into the paranormal. he’ll show you he’s got the bigger ballsin the family as he explores abandoned mansions to capture the ghosts that haunt it.
luigi’s game boasts tons of content, withfive more mansions to conquer and more puzzles to solve. i’m sorry, mario who? it has a playscore of 9.02. 11. xenoblade chronicles 3d monolith soft’s compact port of the wiigame. while it loses a bit of its graphical charmin the process, it doesn’t take much away from the chronicles inherent ingenuity.
in its massive and mesmerizing open-world,you can take on quests, collect items, and fight mechons in complex, real-time battles. complete your quest for vengeance, and makethe mechons pay for their sins. it has a playscore of 9.04. 10. monster hunter 4 ultimate a dream for all you boss-fight enthusiastsout there. jump into the role of hunter and take on theland's smartest, most ferocious beasts. you're not gonna win with your mindless hack-and-slashmaneuvers.
no, you are not. with each monster having their own playstyle,no fight is ever the same. pick the perfect weapon amongst an arsenalof 14, and use the environment to your advantage. you don't level up in this game, but you bettergrow in your monster-hunting ways. it has a playscore of 9.05. 9. mario kart 7 join mario and his friends in the seventhedition of this classic racing game. navigate the 32 tracks of the mushroom kingdomwith 16 playable characters, including lakitu,
honey queen, and mario’s metal counterpart. gather your most disposable friends and blocktheir path to victory. douse them with flames, and batter them withyour lucky sevens as you coolly hang-glide through the air. it’s definitely a winner’s game with aplayscore of 9.07. 8. animal crossing: new leaf take on an exciting new life in this award-winningsimulation. elevated to the position of mayor upon yourarrival, you hold the colorful town in your
hands. make the town even more colorful by passingordinances and creating facilities to better the lives of your cute citizens. you don’t need life-threatening events tohave fun! meet your adorable neighbors, visit towns,and watch the hours go by. it has a playscore of 9.1. 7. bravely default: flying fairy it’s probably not the best sounding name,yeah we know.
but trust us, it is good. it’s a modern take on the classic jrpg. published by square enix, it was originallydeveloped as a sequel to final fantasy. which is why it shares many aspects with theseries, except for its unique combat mechanics. with the “brave†and “default†system,defer your turns to unleash powerful attacks onto your enemies in the next one. it adds depth to an already amazing game. it receives a playscore of 9.12. 6.
super smash bros. for nintendo 3ds join in the most stylish brawl ever created,along with nintendo’s greatest superstars. bash, smash, and crash your way around itsmany arenas with a roster of 58 playable characters. send your opponents off to outer space andback using your unique set of abilities. it has two additional exclusive game modesfor even more smashing fun. it’s the perfect party game for all ageswith a playscore of 9.13. 5. pokemon x and y of course!
the first of the sixth generation, and thevery first to feature pokemon in full 3d. (not that we got sick of the 2d action, thoughbecause we never will.) enjoy fighting monsters with your oddballstarters, and roam or ride around the france-inspired kalos region. become the pokemon master and collect the4 legendaries, including the version-exclusive xerneas and yveltal. it’s the same old pokemon fun made evenbetter! y ultimately achieved the superior playscoreof 9.15, while x received a playscore of 9.11 4.
shovel knight one of the most impeccable crowdfunded creationsout there, this shovel-wielding knight dug out of the dark dungeons and into our veryhearts. it’s not hard to see why this simple gamewon over so many critics and gamers. it has intricately designed 8bit sprites andlandscapes, addicting gameplay, and a story of love and friendship that we could all learnfrom. venture to the tower of fate with the braveknight and take back what’s rightfully yours. it has a playscore of 9.16. 3.
super mario 3d land free from the constricting 2d plane, savingprincess peach has never been this fun. let’s be honest, it’s never been aboutthe destination, right? with bigger landscapes, comes bigger foes. face off against greater goombas, squeakypiranhas, and more as you struggle to collect coins across its vast and diverse kingdom. stomp on those mushrooms with style with thereturn of mario’s adorable tanooki suit. 2. fire emblem awakening
fire emblem is one of the gems of the tacticalrpg genre. it made its beginnings as a game that wasfar too niche for the common player, with its hard and tedious gameplay. it was with the aptly named awakening thoughthat people began to open their eyes to the beauty of the franchise. embark on fluid, grid-based combat along withyour group soldiers, and delve into its captivating narrative. it has a playscore of 9.22. and the number one 3ds game of all time islegend of zelda: ocarina of time 3d
a remaster of one of the most critically acclaimedgames ever made. it was the closest the franchise has evergot to an open-world setting before breath of the wild, and it’s made even better inthe console’s glasses-free 3d. set off on an adventure around hyrule as linkfights to defeat ganondorf. it builds up on the n64’s legacy, addingimproved navigation, optimized controls, and enhanced graphics. it was the best on the n64, and it remainsthe best decades after, with a playscore of 9.51.