All your guides are VERY user friendly; even for people who don’t often use computers. Very thorough videos that are very easy to follow, step by step. I will always give your vids a watch.
I dug out my 3ds and decided to jailbreak it and this video was so simplified and describing every single step and keystrokes was so useful. left no room for questions or uncertainty for me! thanks for sharing this with all of us
Thank you! That's such a reassuring thing to read. I've devoted myself to helping people on RUclips, and it's great to know it's making a positive impact. :)
This is wild! I came to your page yesterday to start modding my 3ds and didn’t find what I wanted because your last video seemed out of date! I wait a day and you post what I wanted like you read my mind! lol us Blaine’s Got to stick together and I’m glad I follow you for these awesome tutorials! One question? With the Roms in cia format I just add those to the fbi folder on the sd card?
That's awesome! Yes, .cia files are pretty flexible about where they are placed on the SD card. It's the .3dsx files that are particular to being placed in the 3ds folder. And yes, we do, and we are NOT major appliances. :)
For some reason this didn't work for me, I got up to the point where I went to the website after clearing my cookies and hitting home then returning to it and the colors didn't appear. Instead, after the popup it gave me a black screen with text covering the entire thing anyone know how to fix this?
same here! I searched on reddit and found a post that said that if you change your region to just the country but not the specific state/region it would work. It did not work for me :(
Okay I have an update, when I entered in a new sd card it reset my date and time for my 3ds, so I corrected it to the correct date and time and it started working for me
@ 2 main things to remember (n3dsXL) 1. When getting a micro SD make sure it is at least 32 gb, you have to format the micro sd fat32 if your computer does not allow it to change the format watch “funkyscott47” he has a fat32 format and he also shows how to do it. 2. You have to update your n3dsXL to the newest version.
Mr Locklair, what is the difference between a regular 3DS and the one shown in your video as ''new 3DS''? Is this method, the one you show in your video, useful for the 3DS from let's say 10 years ago? Thanks for your time
Good question. The "New" model of 2DS and 3DS have a "C" stick, which is a small nub stick above the ABXY buttons. They have a more powerful CPU inside with more robust hardware. Also, they have support for Amiibos, which I don't believe the original models had, if I remember right. Some New models also have upgraded IPS screens on one or both of the displays, albeit somewhat randomly during the production cycle.
My device happens to be a New 2ds Xl and I was perfectly fine for most of the process then I got a black screen with a lot of code and red words saying an exception occurred. Pls help me
I assume to add games it’s the same as the twilight++ menu? Just make a roms folder in the sd card and only .nds files can work in there? Is it similar
I have a question what If I want to keep the data I have on my 3ds can I save it on my pc while I factory reset the 3ds and then add again at the end of the process or?
I've always wondered if you factory reset a soft modded 3ds will it brick it, or are there any steps to take before you factory reset? I ask because I know that can happen with a soft modded Wii U, that happened to me a while back with a Wii U and now it's just a glorified paper weight.
@@Juggegegsgsgsbsb Doesn't matter. Once you format the card, it will remove all data on it at that time. Anything you wish to save, you'd backup a file on your desktop.
I'm about to do this tomorrow but I have a few questions. I just bought a Samsung evo plus 32 gb micro sd card. Should I use that instead of the one already in the ds. I dont know how to to tell if it is in fat32 format. And since it wasn't already in the ds as the micro sd card, do I need to do any different steps? Will this also allow me to download games?Thank you and I hope you have an amazing day!
Hey I'd like to get a new 3ds xl for myself but I'd like to know is it possible to add some texture pack mods for the games on the 3ds ? Thanks to whoever will respond to this
So I have a Nintendo 3-D XXL but it’s Japan region and when I do the when I do a pop-up, it just turns off immediately and I turned it on and it’s normal back when I do it again it does it again. Any help please?
After jailbreaking a new 3ds xl. When ever I hit the home button the screen goes black for 20-30 seconds then comes back and works as normal. Is this normal or is there a way to reduce the time the screen is blank?
@delwynfayad2361 Yes,but only if the date and time are not correct. Sometimes, it changes them, and the system won't let you do the jailbreak. Another thing is to check your region. For instance, My new 3DS is UK version, but I had set my region of residence to Bulgaria, where I am from. The colours weren't showing until I changed it to uk. And remember to format your sd card. There is no need to factory reset the console. Also, be sure that your console is the New model 3DS.
What version of the system software are you using? The guide is specific to version 11.17. Also, the guide is specifically for what's called the NEW model of the 3DS, 3DS XL, or 2DS XL only.
Maybe im just dumb, but it seems to me that this video was cut too short....what do you do AFTER you do everything in the video? id like to see a fully functioning Modded 3DS. i see the finalsteps but...can you now add your roms? and if you can...how? what are the steps? id love to do this mod and wanted to use this one, but i cant just go half way.
Did you make it to the end? This process installs some key home-brew apps right on the Home Screen of the 3DS/2DS. Might also want to take a look around for an app called the hShop. I hear there's some fun stuff in there.
Absolutely. It's just a matter of moving the files from the download to a microSD card. I'm using a MacBook Pro 16" to type this very message and use a Mac Studio to edit the videos. This guide will work 100% on Mac to shuffle the files around. :)
Now you can play your NEW 3DS/XL on the big screen! ruclips.net/video/mQEr3ITwSrs/видео.html
Does it work with old 3ds
All your guides are VERY user friendly; even for people who don’t often use computers. Very thorough videos that are very easy to follow, step by step. I will always give your vids a watch.
Thank you! That is so kind of your to say! :)
I dug out my 3ds and decided to jailbreak it and this video was so simplified and describing every single step and keystrokes was so useful. left no room for questions or uncertainty for me! thanks for sharing this with all of us
You managed to make it work ?
is your 3ds a basic one? i have a regular 3dsxl and am wondering if itll work with this method or if it needs to be a new 3dsxl
As of January 2025, this is still possible and I just wanna say thank you so much man❤
Boutta do it for a homie tomorrow
Good2know
Do it know !!!@@bustakeats1416
So ? Does it work ?@@bustakeats1416
Did you do it and had success?
@@donaldrivenburg3289 yes
The legend Locklair, always appreciate the content you provide for the modding community!
Thank you! Very kind of you to say. :)
You dont know how many people youve helped, godsend.
Thank you! That's such a reassuring thing to read. I've devoted myself to helping people on RUclips, and it's great to know it's making a positive impact. :)
THANK YOU for making one entire video! no more jumping videos!
Your GUIDE was straight forward and simple to follow. Thank you
i might try this out when i get the sd card and other supplies needed for christmas
Thank you! Your guide helped me jailbreak both my PS Vita and DS super easy to follow!
just bookmarking 11:25, thanks for the tutorial.
This is wild! I came to your page yesterday to start modding my 3ds and didn’t find what I wanted because your last video seemed out of date! I wait a day and you post what I wanted like you read my mind! lol us Blaine’s Got to stick together and I’m glad I follow you for these awesome tutorials! One question? With the Roms in cia format I just add those to the fbi folder on the sd card?
That's awesome! Yes, .cia files are pretty flexible about where they are placed on the SD card. It's the .3dsx files that are particular to being placed in the 3ds folder. And yes, we do, and we are NOT major appliances. :)
All Worked, thank you so much for the help! Keep Making vids if it becomes outdated for the newer people please
Does this not work on old 3ds. Got to 5:52 this is where it only pulled up with 'text' on mine with no ok option
Not the only one ? Lmk if u figure it out
@Paul-go4ie think it's only for the newer models, forgot they shut down the old ones service
DANG IT
@@makoto-naegii no they didn’t. Fixed it. Just an outdated video.
@@Paul-go4ie how'd you fix it
You are a Champion , Thank You!
@vanaddoteye3334 Does it still work in 2025?
Perfect! Thank you very much! You’re the best!
For some reason this didn't work for me, I got up to the point where I went to the website after clearing my cookies and hitting home then returning to it and the colors didn't appear. Instead, after the popup it gave me a black screen with text covering the entire thing anyone know how to fix this?
same! I hope we can get a reply or help
are u using an old 3ds
@delwynfayad2361 nah new 2ds xl
@@GraySkill i ended up downloading and setting up everything manually and it worked for me
make sure everything is up to date, including the time and date in settings
I have a European New 3DS XL with version 11.17, but when I click the GOGO button and select it, the colors don’t show up.
Pls Help
ME TO
yah me too
@@mr_winter_dk5503I did IT i watched another tutorial
@@findingnemo363 this is the second video I've tried
It work now didn't recognize my country is a part of the
EU
works as of sunday january 19th thanks it was really easy
You deserve the Legion of Honor
Which region should I choose if my console is from Australia
Followed all the steps as of 12/30 and the Go Go colors don't come out, it tells me to restart my device
same here! I searched on reddit and found a post that said that if you change your region to just the country but not the specific state/region it would work. It did not work for me :(
Okay I have an update, when I entered in a new sd card it reset my date and time for my 3ds, so I corrected it to the correct date and time and it started working for me
@@OhcjaySo did you just change the time and language and then when you hit gogo! It worked?
@ it didn’t really prompt me for language, but for the time and date yes and then it went through
@@Ohcjay you're a beast, thank you for the solution its working perfectly now
Great video, thanks! Should I format my New3DS before going ahead and doing all of this?
Using a 16gb SD card I got to 10:47 before it said I was out of space. Looks like 32gb may be needed
Do an old 3ds one too
Works on 1/19/2025!!! , but one small question, now that everything is installed how do we download games and themes
What version do you have? I currently have 11.15.0_47U…… should I upgrade ?
@
2 main things to remember (n3dsXL)
1. When getting a micro SD make sure it is at least 32 gb, you have to format the micro sd fat32 if your computer does not allow it to change the format watch “funkyscott47” he has a fat32 format and he also shows how to do it.
2. You have to update your n3dsXL to the newest version.
can you make a video of how to get and download games off the h-shop?
Thank you for this guide! Does this also work on an old 2DS?
Wheres the Hshop?
Does this work with the NEW 3DS LL?
Mr Locklair, what is the difference between a regular 3DS and the one shown in your video as ''new 3DS''? Is this method, the one you show in your video, useful for the 3DS from let's say 10 years ago? Thanks for your time
The New 3DS XL has a somewhat more powerful SoC and a trackpoint-style C Stick, as well as a ZL and ZR button and face-tracking 3D
@@aetheralmeowstic2392 Thanks for the answer. So I could use this method for my old 3DS right now without any issues?
Good question. The "New" model of 2DS and 3DS have a "C" stick, which is a small nub stick above the ABXY buttons. They have a more powerful CPU inside with more robust hardware. Also, they have support for Amiibos, which I don't believe the original models had, if I remember right. Some New models also have upgraded IPS screens on one or both of the displays, albeit somewhat randomly during the production cycle.
@@blainelocklair Thank you very much for your answer. Can I use your method in the video for my old 3DS also, will it work?
@@LarodarNo it will not.
Great video
Thanks! Much appreciated. :)
Do you need to use a micro sd? or is regular fine.
My device happens to be a New 2ds Xl and I was perfectly fine for most of the process then I got a black screen with a lot of code and red words saying an exception occurred. Pls help me
same here! please help
@@stefanigo7682 what happend now
@@stefanigo7682 same
Same
Bricked
everytime i open ziggies it goes to white screen that says text
Exactly
Out of curiosity, would I still be able to transfer Pokémon from the Pokémon games I downloaded?
hey Blaine is there a way to do this with an old N3ds? like the way you showed?
After this, can you use cartridge from diferents regions on your 3dxl ? Like a EUA game in a USA console? Thanks!
My step dad said that since my new 3ds xl was made in 2015 it cant be done. Is this true?
what do i do if the gogo colors wont pop up
Hey whenever I get to the go go part and i follow what you said and click it,the only thing that show up is a white screen with text at the top left
You are on an old 3DS. This method does not work with old 3DS consoles.
Are you on an old 3DS/2DS or New model? This guide is specifically for the New models only.
@@blainelocklair ok thanku
@@blainelocklair I’ll check your channel for the old 3ds tutorial
does this work on the old 3ds xl?
I assume to add games it’s the same as the twilight++ menu? Just make a roms folder in the sd card and only .nds files can work in there? Is it similar
Where were you when I did this a week ago lol, I was hunting down one particular download because the guide linked to a 404 rar
Wow! Timing really is a trip. I got here with the new video as fast as I could, though. :)
Blaine locklair would it be possible to do all of this on a android tablet or phone? I don’t have a pc and would really like to mod me 3ds
Yes. Just have an adapter for the sd card to connect to your Android device and follow these steps. You’ll need a file manager on your Android device.
Thanks to @VIRACYTV for the great explanation here. :)
can this work with the 2ds as well since its pretty much a flat 3ds without the 3d
I have Ver.11.15.0-47U….. should I upgrade my 3ds to the latest version?
I wish you came to Pax!
any idea why mine only goes yellow on the first magic show step? then it tells me to resart my console
mine does this too
i have a new 3ds xl and i also get de white on black letters
What's the best place to get games?
do you NEED to upgrade for more storage?
yes, your (micro)SD card needs an upgrade for more storage because of the 3ds not having external storage support
does anyone know what setting you tweak to region change it to US and in english? i have an LL
How about the older 3ds
I have a question what If I want to keep the data I have on my 3ds can I save it on my pc while I factory reset the 3ds and then add again at the end of the process or?
This is what I’m wondering too
Will the browser filter on Japanese units have any impact on this expliot?
Shouldn't. The process from the 3DS Hacks Guide is largely the same across the three regions in the video: USA, JPN, and EUR.
6:03 mines didn't work
We thank you for all the useful videos you provide us. We ask God to protect and preserve you.
Thank you! Kind of you to share. And yes, He does. :)
Ok so i not gonna ask where u get 3ds roms but where do i put them?
Anywhere
Does this work with old 3ds?
does this work on the older 3ds xl and 3ds
I already have a Nintendo 3Ds file in my sd, if I move everything over will it brick it?
I've always wondered if you factory reset a soft modded 3ds will it brick it, or are there any steps to take before you factory reset? I ask because I know that can happen with a soft modded Wii U, that happened to me a while back with a Wii U and now it's just a glorified paper weight.
where do i drop the files? when i connect my sd to my computer with my adapter i only see two folders labeled DCIM and Nintendo 3ds.
The SD card needs to be completely formatted.
@@connorstiles1001so the sd card can’t have any previous data on it?
@@Juggegegsgsgsbsb Doesn't matter. Once you format the card, it will remove all data on it at that time. Anything you wish to save, you'd backup a file on your desktop.
I'm about to do this tomorrow but I have a few questions. I just bought a Samsung evo plus 32 gb micro sd card. Should I use that instead of the one already in the ds. I dont know how to to tell if it is in fat32 format. And since it wasn't already in the ds as the micro sd card, do I need to do any different steps? Will this also allow me to download games?Thank you and I hope you have an amazing day!
your the best
Can you add how to jailbreak and change my Japanese new 3dsll to English?
I second this, apparently the other popular one on RUclips is outdated.
Sure thing. This is the step-by-step guide for getting it done. 3ds.hacks.guide/region-changing.html
@@blainelocklairat what point during this video would I follow these steps here??
can I change the region from japan to US after I jailbreak it?
I can't figure out why this won't work. I did everything right but then i figured out that my system already has luma and i dont know what to do.
will this work for the nintendo 3DS XL?
as soon as i booted my 3ds it showed the luna launcher is this ok?
Hey I'd like to get a new 3ds xl for myself but I'd like to know is it possible to add some texture pack mods for the games on the 3ds ? Thanks to whoever will respond to this
Hey! Nice vid
Thank you! Nice to see a game dev in the house. :)
So I have a Nintendo 3-D XXL but it’s Japan region and when I do the when I do a pop-up, it just turns off immediately and I turned it on and it’s normal back when I do it again it does it again. Any help please?
Does any SD adapter work for this?
Does this work on MacBook?
This is working for 2DS and 3DS LL or only for the NEW 2DS and NEW 3DS?
I already have the files on my microSD card and it’s properly formatted already
After jailbreaking a new 3ds xl. When ever I hit the home button the screen goes black for 20-30 seconds then comes back and works as normal. Is this normal or is there a way to reduce the time the screen is blank?
Can’t get past the go-go part it won’t flash the different colors on my screen not sure how to fix
you need to factory reset your ds
Check the time and date of the console
@@LaNachos what time and date i should change?,to the real time now?
@delwynfayad2361 Yes,but only if the date and time are not correct. Sometimes, it changes them, and the system won't let you do the jailbreak. Another thing is to check your region. For instance, My new 3DS is UK version, but I had set my region of residence to Bulgaria, where I am from. The colours weren't showing until I changed it to uk.
And remember to format your sd card.
There is no need to factory reset the console. Also, be sure that your console is the New model 3DS.
Hey Blainr is it on the new 3ds and 2ds can this work on a normal 3ds or 2ds.
ty sir
Does it work with a regular 3ds xl?
yes
how do i add the hshop now?
If I mod my new 2ds XL, can I still play my physical game cartridges on it? That's the only question I have stopping me from doing so.
yeah you could still play
@Hugo-gx4ob Awesome! Thanks for the reply :D
@@Bakaranger1234did you end up modding it ?
so is there a reason it wont work for my old 3ds
didnt work
NEVER EVER FOLLOW VIDEO GUIDES ON RUclips, ALWAYS USE THE OFFICIAL WIKI
How do I jailbreak the old 2ds?
Ok ive got as far as gogo but the screen doesn't do colours instead the screen says text i think cause the writing is very small HELP
What version of the system software are you using? The guide is specific to version 11.17. Also, the guide is specifically for what's called the NEW model of the 3DS, 3DS XL, or 2DS XL only.
@blainelocklair ah ok I'll have to look at my 3ds
@@blainelocklair ive looked mine isn't the "new" 3ds im gutted
Will this work for the regular 3ds XL?
No
It's only for the New 3DS and 2DS models.
This is only for the New models.
Maybe im just dumb, but it seems to me that this video was cut too short....what do you do AFTER you do everything in the video? id like to see a fully functioning Modded 3DS. i see the finalsteps but...can you now add your roms? and if you can...how? what are the steps? id love to do this mod and wanted to use this one, but i cant just go half way.
find other tuts they work the same
Did you make it to the end? This process installs some key home-brew apps right on the Home Screen of the 3DS/2DS. Might also want to take a look around for an app called the hShop. I hear there's some fun stuff in there.
@blainelocklair what to do when my SD Card is not found during the installation process of the homebrew? Please help me, thank you if you respond
Does it still work?
Try it and find out
I’ll let you know Imma do it td
@@josedelacruz3589 Did it work?
Great Video of How to Jailbreak , Now I have a question can you please make a Video on how to add Games and how we can get them
Google Hshop and scan the QR code with the 3ds, and you are done.
Thank you for every video that do for us
If you please need video different ds xds 2ds 3ds 3dsx 3dsxl
Would this work if I have a MacBook?
Absolutely. It's just a matter of moving the files from the download to a microSD card. I'm using a MacBook Pro 16" to type this very message and use a Mac Studio to edit the videos. This guide will work 100% on Mac to shuffle the files around. :)
@ I’ve already got the SD card prepared, all I need to do is wait until Christmas to get my console, then it’s on to step 2
Do you know how fix arm 11 on mii plaza for some reason I can get games and when it update it comes out arm11
You'll end up in jail
nintendo closed the eshop so they dont get money whether or not people mod their consoles
will this work on a 2ds or just the 3ds
does this work on the original 3ds as well?
yes
@@KitKatramen369doesn’t
@@justaprefab shhh they dont know
@@itzdc3050 ah yea it does