By carefully crafting one of these QR codes, the 3DS gains the ability to run the Homebrew Channel. ... I only hope that the 3DS homebrew scene becomes so rich.

Scanning a specifically manufactured QR code, generated by a tool on Smealum's site to match any current 3DS hardware/firmware combination, causes the game to run a boot file loaded on the SD card.

The Nintendo 3DS has proved a tough nut to crack, but hackers have finally managed to get the system to run homebrew code. Back on December 16, hacker Yellows8 posted images of the 3DS with the ...

The first thing you'll need to do is launch the Mii Maker program found on the HOME menu of your 3DS system. Once inside the program you'll see the QR Code/Image Options.Here is where you'll be ...

Any model of 3DS (including New 3DS) will work with any firmware version (New 3DS has to be at least at v9.0). You better act fast if you don't already own a copy of Cubic Ninja .

However, those same security measures have prevented more enterprising fans from exploiting the 3DS in fun, safe ways. Worry no more, as a homebrew application is coming soon to the device.

Nintendo has withdrawn Cubic Ninja from sale on the Japanese 3DS eShop following the reveal of an exploit allowing users to run homebrew software - and by extension, pirated games. Cubic Ninja is ...

The exploit is of particular value to homebrew enthusiasts because the YouTube app is free and, as of now, it’s still on the 3DS eShop. Earlier, Rabet had found an exploit to launch homebrew ...

3DS homebrew loader built, requires obscure puzzle game Tom Phillips : Tom joined Eurogamer in 2010, following a stint running a Nintendo fansite, and was its Editor-in-Chief from 2023 to 2025.

Exploit uses QR code level-editor data to load homebrew from SD card. I find it interesting a third party game has an exploit that allows boot code to be queued and launched. Ive always considered ...