Finally got homebrew/custom firmware on your 3DS? Here is a short list of the most common things to do with it.
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Just want to install software? See 3DS:Installing software. |
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Before you modify a game or its save, you should back up your save data. |
We have pages for games listing various game mods, save editors, and cheats available for them. Some examples:
- Animal Crossing: New Leaf
- Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS
- Pokémon X and Y
- Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
- Pokémon Sun and Moon
- Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon
- Mario Kart 7
See a full list at Category:Nintendo 3DS games. Or use the search feature.
Customization
Change how your console looks and sounds.
- HOME Menu customization:
- Custom themes
- Splash screens - show an image when your console turns on
- Advanced: Editing the HOME Menu
Emulation
The 3DS can run emulators for various old consoles. The New 3DS is the best one to use for this.
Nintendo DS and Game Boy Advance games can also be run using the 3DS's native modes for them.
Extras
- Back up your saves - keep your progress safe
- Dump titles and game cartridges - make backups and install game cards as digital titles
- Wireless streaming - for New 3DS
- Game plugins
- Move to another SD card
- GodMode9 Usage
- FTP - access files remotely
- List of guides