Switch Firmware Update 7.0.0

on January 29, 2019 / Featured, Firmware, Nintendo, Switch, System Update, Updates

The latest firmware update for the Nintendo Switch offers some new features aside from stability. 6 New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe icons for users and additional language support options have been added. In addition, the Joy-Cons also received an update of their own but the exact nature of this remains unknown at the time of writing.

3DS Firmware Update 11.9.0-42U

on December 04, 2018 / 3DS, Featured, Firmware, Nintendo, System Update, Updates

Original photo by Elmer B. Domingo via Wikimedia Commons
The 7-year old handheld keeps on fighting as Nintendo releases the latest firmware update for the 3DS family of systems. This brings the total amount of updates to 3 for 2018. Today's version focuses more on stability similar to the first two before it.

Switch Firmware Update 6.0.0

on September 20, 2018 / Featured, Firmware, Nintendo, Switch, System Update, Updates

Move aside stability memes. Nintendo's latest firmware update for the Switch gives you a ton of actual new features.

3DS Firmware Update 11.8.0-41U

on July 31, 2018 / 3DS, Featured, Firmware, Nintendo, System Update, Updates

A month has passed since the last 3DS firmware update went live and to no surprise, the new update today still aims to stabilize your systems to the fullest.

3DS Firmware Update 11.7.0-40U

on June 19, 2018 / 3DS, Featured, Firmware, Nintendo, System Update, Updates

The Nintendo 3DS is still fighting its battle with its latest firmware update after 9 months.

Switch Firmware Update 5.0.0

on March 13, 2018 / Firmware, Nintendo, Switch, System Update, Updates

This is not exactly your run-of-the-mill stability update. Ver. 5.0.0 focuses more on various Quality of Life improvements such as social media connections and better Parental Controls management.

Switch Firmware Update 4.0.0

on October 19, 2017 / Firmware, Switch, System Update, Updates

Were you just expecting a stability joke or two? Unfortunately (or fortunately), Nintendo's newest Switch firmware update has more in store for you other than stability improvements.

3DS Firmware Update 11.6.0-39U

on September 19, 2017 / 3DS, Firmware, System Update, Updates

The last 3DS firmware update we got that had actual notable features added was from 2 years ago. This was when 3DS Home Menu settings (themes, layout saves) were first introduced in 2015. Nintendo has been dishing out multiple 3DS stability updates since then.

Switch Firmware Update 3.0.2

on September 06, 2017 / Firmware, Switch, System Update, Updates

Nintendo launched a simple update for the Nintendo Switch that added online play in various countries (eg: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru). This is currently available for free until the paid online service launches in 2018.

Nintendo 3DS Firmware Update 11.5.0-38U

on July 11, 2017 / 3DS, Firmware, System Update, Updates

Nintendo has released a new firmware update for all 3DS systems (Regular 3DS, 3DS XL, 2DS, New 3DS, and New 3DS XL). No, the 3DS is still region-locked and yes, the 3DS is more stable than ever!

Remember, your units need to be updated to the latest firmware to access the Nintendo 3DS eShop and other online features of certain games (some games like Pokemon require you to download their latest software patch from the eShop but you won't be able to access it in the first place if your firmware is outdated). In addition, some games won't let you communicate with other systems if you are outdated.

The new firmware updates which started from last February's 11.3.0-36U has caused multiple hacked units with custom firmware (CFW) to get the Black Screen of Death. This is possibly one of Nintendo's way of combating piracy on the 3DS.

Nintendo Switch Firmware Update 3.0.0

on June 20, 2017 / Firmware, Switch, System Update, Updates

Unlike in previous firmware updates, this one actually implemented a few keys features aside from improving stability. QoL improvements were added such as the ability to track down lost Joy-Cons by forcing them to vibrate (will not work if you lost them outside like in Recto for example). In addition, you can now add friends by using your existing 3DS and Wii U lists, change the user icon order on your Home Menu, and many more. These changes aim to improve the console's user-friendly designs to enhance your overall experience.

Nintendo 3DS Firmware Update 11.4.0-37U

on April 11, 2017 / 3DS, Firmware, System Update, Updates

Remember, you need to be updated to the latest firmware to access the Nintendo 3DS eShop and other online features of certain games (some games like Pokemon require you to download their latest software patch from the eShop but you won't be able to access it in the first place if your firmware is outdated). This update applies to the Regular 3DS, 3DS XL, 2DS, New 3DS, and New 3DS XL systems.

For reference, the previous 11.3.0-36U firmware update caused multiple hacked units with custom firmware to experience the Black Screen of Death. This is possibly one of Nintendo's way of combating piracy on the 3DS.

Nintendo 3DS Firmware Update 11.3.0-36U

on February 07, 2017 / 3DS, Firmware, System Update, Updates

UPDATE: We have received reports that the new update is causing some hacked units with custom firmware to experience the Black Screen of Death.

Remember, you need to be updated to the latest firmware to access the Nintendo 3DS eShop and other online features of certain games. This update applies to the Regular 3DS, 3DS XL, 2DS, New 3DS, and New 3DS XL systems.

Nintendo 3DS Firmware Update 11.2.0-35U

on October 25, 2016 / 3DS, Firmware, System Update, Updates

More stable than most relationship nowadays.

Nintendo 3DS Firmware Update 11.1.0-34U

on September 13, 2016 / 3DS, Firmware, System Update, Updates

Finally, the 3DS receives a new firmware update after 4 months! Remember, you need to be updated to the latest firmware to access the Nintendo 3DS eShop and other online features of certain games. This update applies to the Regular 3DS, 3DS XL, 2DS, New 3DS, and New 3DS XL systems.

Nintendo 3DS Firmware Update 11.0.0-33U

on May 10, 2016 / 3DS, Firmware, System Update, Updates

The latest firmware update for Nintendo 3DS systems is now live. Get ready to experience major changes brought by this update. Remember, your system needs to be up to date in order to access the Nintendo 3DS eShop. This update applies to the Regular 3DS, 3DS XL, 2DS, New 3DS, and New 3DS XL systems.

Nintendo 3DS Firmware Update 10.6.0-31U

on February 24, 2016 / 3DS, Firmware, System Update, Updates

The latest firmware update for Nintendo 3DS systems is now live. Nobody could predict the amount of stability implemented on this update. Remember, your system needs to be up to date in order to access the Nintendo 3DS eShop. This update applies to the Regular 3DS, 3DS XL, 2DS, New 3DS, and New 3DS XL systems.

Nintendo 3DS Firmware Update 10.4.0-29U

on January 19, 2016 / 3DS, Firmware, System Update, Updates

The latest firmware update for Nintendo 3DS systems is now live. Nobody could predict the amount of stability implemented on this update. Remember, your system needs to be up to date in order to access the Nintendo 3DS eShop.

Nintendo 3DS Firmware Update 10.3.0-28U

on November 10, 2015 / 3DS, Firmware, System Update, Updates

Get your Proxy Values ready as the new firmware update for Nintendo 3DS systems is now live. Various features have been stabilized to ensure maximum stability. Remember, your system needs to be up to date in order to access the Nintendo 3DS eShop.

Nintendo 3DS Firmware Update 10.2.0-28U

on October 20, 2015 / 3DS, Firmware, System Update, Updates

Version 10.2.0-28U available via wireless Internet connection includes the following improvements:

Further improvements to overall system stability and other minor adjustments have been made to enhance the user experience.