How to Fix Nintendo Ds Lite not Reading Games?

Why is my DS Card not Reading?

It may be a bad cartridge, damaged in some way to make it unreadable. Buy a new one. Alternatively, your DS may be damaged and no longer able to read cartridges.

Why Isn't my Nintendo DS Lite Working?

Ensure that you are properly recharging the battery. Check the AC Adapter for damage such as bent prongs or split wires. If possible, try another AC Adapter on your Nintendo DS. If the power or charge light comes on, then you will need to replace the AC Adapter.

Why Won't my DSi Read my Game?

Make sure the Game Card is fully inserted by pressing firmly until you hear a click. How are you trying to start the game? You must select the Game Cards icon from the Nintendo DSi menu to start it. If so, it appears there is a problem with that particular Game Card and it will need to be replaced.

Do Nintendo DS Games Stop Working?

But the key point is that it is a lifecycle; just like retro game media, itll eventually stop working. The memory is provided by Macronix once again, and in the case of Switch rather than store save data on the cartridge itself the games put our saves on the system memory or specified MicroSD.