Playing Zelda on DS via Action Replay: Legal Options Only

Action Replay is a cheat device, not a game loader. It cannot play ROMs or games you don't own. Using it to play unauthorized copies of The Legend of Zelda games is piracy.

Legal Ways to Play Zelda on DS/3DS

• Physical Cartridges: Buy legitimate copies of:
  • The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass (DS)
  • The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks (DS)
  • The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D (3DS)
  • The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D (3DS)
  • The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds (3DS)
  • The Legend of Zelda: Tri Force Heroes (3DS)
• Nintendo eShop (3DS/Wii U): Digital versions of above games (while stores remain open).
• Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack: Includes Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask (N64 versions).

Action Replay Legitimate Uses

• Cheat codes for games you own (infinite health, items, etc.).
• Save backup/restore for your own cartridges.
• Region-free loading (with limitations).

Risks of Piracy

• Malware in ROM downloads.
• Legal consequences (Nintendo aggressively protects IP).
• No updates, online features, or support.
• Ethical: deprives developers of revenue for future games.

Enjoy Zelda legally—buy the games, support the series, and experience them as intended!