If you’re a Nintendo 3DS owner, you may have noticed a feature called “Play Coins” on your device. But what are Play Coins, and how do you use them?

What Are Play Coins?

Play Coins are a virtual currency that can be earned by walking with your 3DS in your pocket or bag. Every 100 steps you take, you’ll earn one Play Coin, up to a maximum of 10 Play Coins per day. You can accumulate up to 300 Play Coins at a time.

How Do You Use Play Coins?

Once you’ve earned some Play Coins, you can use them in a few different ways:

StreetPass

If you’re familiar with StreetPass, you know that it’s a feature that allows you to exchange data with other 3DS owners when you pass them on the street. Some games use StreetPass to exchange data and unlock new content. With Play Coins, you can use them to purchase StreetPass tags for games that you haven’t encountered in the wild.

Puzzle Swap

Puzzle Swap is a built-in game on the 3DS that allows you to collect puzzle pieces and assemble them into pictures. You can use Play Coins to purchase new puzzle pieces that you haven’t collected yet.

Games

Some games allow you to use Play Coins to unlock new content or features. For example, in Animal Crossing: New Leaf, you can use Play Coins to purchase fortune cookies that contain rare items.

How Do You Earn Play Coins?

To earn Play Coins, you’ll need to have your 3DS with you while you’re walking. Here’s how to set it up:

1.Open the System Settings app on your 3DS.

2.Select “StreetPass Settings.”

3.Make sure that “StreetPass” is turned on.

4.Scroll down to “Step Counter” and select “Start.”

5.Put your 3DS in your pocket or bag and start walking!

Once you’ve earned some Play Coins, you can check your balance by opening the System Settings app and selecting “Play Coins.”

In conclusion, Play Coins are a fun and unique feature of the Nintendo 3DS that allow you to earn virtual currency by walking, and then use that currency to unlock new content in games. So, get out there and start walking to earn those Play Coins!