Will you be able to homebrew your 3DS after the eShop closes?
The Nintendo eShop for the Wii U and 3DS consoles recently closed its doors on March 27th, 2023, bringing an end to new purchases on the platforms. Many are wondering what this means for the future of their Nintendo 3DS devices and whether they will be able to continue homebrewing their consoles. In this article, we will provide an overview of what will happen to the Nintendo eShop and what you need to know about homebrewing your 3DS after the eShop’s closure.
Direct answer: Yes, you can still mod your 3DS, even after the eShop closes.
The Nintendo eShop may be gone, but this does not mean that users will no longer be able to mod their 3DS consoles. The act of homebrewing and modding a 3DS is a manual process that does not require constant access to the Nintendo servers. As long as your 3DS has sufficient storage space and an approved method of installation, you can continue to modify and customize your console without issues.
What can still be done after the eShop closes?
Before the eShop closure, users were able to perform various tasks, including:
• Downloading Pokémon Home: This app allowed players to transfer Pokémon between Nintendo 3DS systems, as well as switch. Although the eShop has closed, Pokémon Home still remains available for users with compatible devices.
• Transferring data using Pokémon Bank: Similarly, Pokémon Bank allowed players to transfer Pokémon between systems using a Moving Key. With the eShop’s closure, this process has stopped, but users still need to transfer their data if they want to use their Pokémon on other platforms.