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NDS File Extension

NDS file extension is created by Developer, also known as Nintendo DS Game ROM. NDS has been classified as Game Files. This file is saved in a binary format, which requires a specific program to read its contents. You can open NDS files in DeSmuME program.



Nintendo DS Game ROM File Type

Nintendo DS Game ROM File Type
Extension .nds
Developer Not Available
Popularity 5.0 (509 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program DeSmuME
Category Game Files
Format Binary
Updated 12/1/2024

What is a NDS File Type?

NDS files are typically used by gamers who enjoy playing retro, discontinued games on their computers. The gamers may create NDS files by dumping the game data from the original cartridge onto a computer and packaging it as an NDS file. Or gamers may download NDS files from game emulator websites that have already been dumped from game cartridges.There are a variety of emulators available for playing NDS games, including DeSmuME, NO$GBA, iDeaS Emulator, OpenEmu, and Exophase DraStic DS Emulator. Some features provided by emulators include enhanced game graphics, helpful gameplay settings, and new "cheat" options.NOTE: The NDS was released in 2004 and uses two screens, one of which that is touch-sensitive. DS stands for "Dual Screen."



Free online NDS Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .NDS (Nintendo DS Game ROM) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to NDS, merge, split and compare the NDS files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.



NDS Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Nintendo DS Game ROM .NDS=3416 File Extensions while opening the .NDS=3416 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open NDS Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Nintendo DS Game ROM on your system such as DeSmuME.
  2. Associate default Desmume DeSmuME program for *.nds (Nintendo DS Game ROM) files.

    Associate NDS Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.NDS (e.g example.nds) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Desmume DeSmuME program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .nds files.

    Associate NDS Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.NDS (e.g example.nds) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Desmume DeSmuME program Or other appropriate program that you want.
    3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
    4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .DeSmuME extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related NDS File Extensions

NDS default file extension is .NDS and other similer related extensions are:



All Platform Software Programs for NDS File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the NDS files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open NDS File on Windows

Software License Developer
DeSmuME image. DeSmuME 0.9 for Windows Open Source DeSmuME
Nero image. Nero 2019 for Windows Commercial Nero

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen NDS File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
DeSmuME image. DeSmuME 0.9 for MacOs Open Source DeSmuME

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen NDS file on Linux

Software License Developer
DeSmuME image. DeSmuME 0.9 for Linux Open Source DeSmuME

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen NDS file on Web

Software License Developer

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen NDS file on iOS

Software License Developer

Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen NDS file on Android

Software License Developer

About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

NDS file extension icon image.About NDS - Nintendo DS Game ROM

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Updated 12/1/2024


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