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Does the Nintendo 3DS or 2DS Have a Built-In Alarm Clock?

Game late but make it to class on time

By Nadia Oxford Nadia Oxford Writer William Lyon Mackenzie Collegiate Institute Nadia Oxford is a former Lifewire writer with 10+ years' experience. Her articles have appeared in Pocket Games Magazine, Play Magazine, Game Pro, IGN and others. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on December 5, 2019 Tweet Share Email crisy_gaming/Flickr Tweet Share Email Consoles & PCs Xbox Buyer's Guide So you stayed up late playing your favorite game and aren't sure you'll make it to class on time in the morning. It would be super convenient to set an alarm on your 3DS or 2DS before closing it for the night. Unfortunately, neither the Nintendo 3DS nor the 2DS has a built-in alarm clock. The 3DS XL doesn't have one either. However, you can download the Mario Clock and the Photo Clock apps from the Nintendo 3DS eShop. Both apps are also downloadable at the Nintendo DSi Shop for the DSi at the same price.

Photo Clock

The Photo Clock lets you use pictures from your Nintendo DSi or 3DS photo albums as backgrounds. You can set up to three different alarms with snooze functionality, select either an analog or digital clock, and assign a preset ring or use a sound you create in Nintendo DSi Sound.

Mario Clock

The Mario Clock lets you play around in Mario’s world and collect coins. You can use it to program up to three different alarms with snooze functionality. The clock is based on the original Super Mario Bros. game. Like Photo Clock, Mario Clock includes both analog and digital clock options that use the system's internal clock. Assign your favorite Mario-related sound to the alarm or use one you create in the Nintendo DSi Sound application. Both clocks’ alarms work when the 3DS and the DSi are closed — in sleep mode — but if you exit the apps before engaging sleep mode, the alarms won’t go off. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire Can I Play Nintendo DS Games on the 3DS? How to Get More StreetPasses on Your Nintendo 3DS Can I Play Nintendo 3DS Games on the Wii U? Are the Nintendo 3DS and 3DS XL Backward Compatible? Setting Up Nintendo 3DS Parental Controls How to Transfer Data From a Nintendo 3DS SD Card Nintendo 3DS vs. the DSi: A Comparison The Nintendo 3DS Is Region Locked The 6 Best Alarm Clocks of 2022 Nintendo 2DS FAQ - Everything You Need to Know How to Set Alarm on Apple Watch How to Turn up the Alarm Volume on iPhone How to Add a Friend Code on Your Nintendo 3DS Should I Buy the Nintendo DS Lite or the DSi? How to Change Snooze Time on iPhone The Best 7 Alarm Clock Apps of 2022 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies