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Zion Grassl embarked on a year-long quest to revive the nostalgic StreetPass feature by taking his 2DS everywhere, documenting the highs and lows of the journey in a detailed video. He aimed to gather as many StreetPass tags as possible, visiting various events and locations, and encouraged other 2DS and 3DS owners to join in. The effort highlights the longing for the once-popular feature and calls for its return in future Nintendo consoles.
Dedicated Nintendo 3DS players are reviving the StreetPass feature, which allows users to exchange Mii avatars and basic information wirelessly, by organizing StreetPass Halloween events. Despite the popularity of the Switch and Steam Deck, thousands of nostalgic 3DS fans have been meeting at various gatherings this year to trade StreetPass "tags." Participants are encouraged to carry their 3DS consoles while trick-or-treating, leaving them on near candy distribution doors, or even driving around town with a 3DS in the front seat. The events aim to recreate the sense of community and social interaction that was unique to the 3DS era.
With the recent closure of the 3DS and Wii U eShops, many are wondering if the 3DS StreetPass feature is also dead. In a new video, Zion investigates the reality of StreetPass in 2023, how the eShop closure has affected the feature, and what its future might look like. While the answer is not a simple yes or no, the video provides insight into the current state of StreetPass.