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'''Modding''' - Modding (sometimes referred as "homebrew-ing" or "hacking") usually exploits some flaw in the system in order to achieve things that were never intended, in most cases to allow to load games from an external device to the system or launch "homebrew" applications. Oftentimes this involves installing custom firmware (CFW) to help maintain full control over the system after being exploited. There are two types of modding:

* ''Hardmod'' ^(HM) - Exploits a flaw found in the consoles hardware. Requires you to open up your console and perform some modification to the board itself. May involve some soldering, but isn't always the case. A popular form of hardmodding is the installation of [[wikipedia:Modchip|modchips]] in order to bypass DRM protections copy protection on disc-based consoles, or installing SD/USB readers to systems that lack them in order to load homebrew applications. These are normally more technical and have a higher chance of bricking/damaging your console.

''In regards of modding'' - You are at risk of rendering you your console unusable, aka a "brick", when attempting to mod it. Each system is different in terms of difficulty, so use you your own judgement when deciding if you want to mod it or not and to follow each step carefully during the process. Any form of modding will void your warranty, though this is normally only a problem for newer systems, and may be difficult to resell if there's no way to "un-mod" it. Generally, it is <b>NOT</b> recommended to use video guides when modding, there the reason being is they can become outdated and often don't follow all the steps or uses their own pre-configured "tools" for downloading which may not be the latest version. If you do decided decide to use one, make sure to check the date and see if there's also a some kind of written guide to compare it with and follow to make sure it's still accurate.

''In regards of flashcarts'' - Flashcarts can only be purchased online and there are normally typically no official "reseller" for them, so take caution and avoid scammersscams. Another thing to avoid is cheap clones which are common for EverDrives. EverDrive firmware has contains DRM in them to verify real EverDrive hardware being used and will brick clone EverDrives. You should try to buy directly from KRIKzz, or from an official reseller; however between parts shortages and the difficulty of getting anything in or out of an occupied territory you may be forced to buy from a scalper or a local seller on Craigslist etc. as current shipping times from KRIKzz are measured in months. Clone EverDrives will generally require you to use an older firmware with crippled functionality. If the price seems too good to be true, then it's probably a fake. If you're buying from eBay or a local seller, look at the item photos carefully to make sure you aren't overpaying for a clone. Note that SD2SNES/FXPak is an open source design (KRIKzz is just the largest seller) and "clones" of it aren't worse than buying any other cheap hardware from China.

[http://wwwps-io.eurasia.nucom/store/shoppsio-cartridge/product_infoPSIO] (~$112) Requires internal modification and an available parallel port. Requires serial number and linked email account to get firmware updates and the developer has shut down third-party firmware development with legal threats.php?cPath=52&products_id=276 Modchip]

[httphttps://ps-iostoneagegamer.com/store/psioxstation-playstation-cartridge/ PSIOode.html xStation] (~$112125) Requires internal modification fine-pitch soldering and an available parallel portpin lifting. Requires serial number Supports all models through SCPH-5xxx in theory, but QSBs for PCB revisions other than PU-18 (SCPH-5xxx) and linked email account later PU-8s are hard to get firmware updatesfind.

[httphttps://wwwgithub.psxdevcom/brad-lin/FreePSXBoot FreePSXBoot] - Requires a method to write raw data to a memory card, like a hacked PS2, [https://github.netcom/forumShendoXT/viewtopicmemcarduino Memcarduino], PC with a DexDrive or PS3 Memory Card Adapter, or an installer disc you can run using the swap trick.php?t=722 Needs a backup loader it can chainload to be useful. [https://unirom.github.io/ UniROM] Requires parallel port and cheat deviceor a memory card with FreePSXBoot installed. Doesn't work on NTSC-J consoles without also using the swap trick. [https://orca.pet/tonyhax/ tonyhax] Requires [https://orca.pet/tonyhax/game-exploit.html an exploitable game] and a method to write data to a memory card, but can also be chainloaded by FreePSXBoot on the same memory card. Doesn't work on NTSC-J consoles.

[https://github.com/CTurt/FreeDVDBoot FreeDVDBoot] - A recently discovered exploit that takes advantage of the CD/DVD optical drive. With it, you're able to launch homebrew and even backups without needing any kind of special hardware or external modification. Only certain models are exploitable, however it should hopefully support more in the futurethis includes all slim consoles.

[https://krikzz.com/our-products/cartridges/everdrive-n8-pro-72pin.html EverDrive N8 PRO] ^(FC) (~$200175) The "don't ask questions just consume product" option. Takes microSD cards, supports oversized ROMs (up to 8MB each PRG & CHR), a dedicated coprocessor for running the firmwareand mapper sound, an RTC and proper bus conflicts emulation. That last one means it will run pretty much every NES game known to man that isn't a pirate mapper. Massively overpriced and overkill, but if you want especially compared to waste its predecessors. [https://krikzz.com/our-products/cartridges/n8-pro-fami.html EverDrive N8 PRO Fami] ^(FC) (~$175) The same product as the money to never worry about compatibility it's thereabove, but 60-pin for Famicom and various 60-pin Famiclones.

[https://krikzz.com/our-products/cartridgeslegacy/n8edn8-pro-fami72pin.html EverDrive N8 PRO Fami] ^(FC) (~$200) The same product Sometimes appears used or as new old stock on the KRIKzz Amazon store. Compared to the N8 PRO it has longer load times for games, no fancy features like in-game menu and less compatibility in a few edge-case-of-an-edge-case situations. It will still run just about every licensed game under the abovesun and almost every romhack that doesn't depend on emulator bugs, but so don't be afraid to get it if it's available. Also available in 60-pin.

[https://www.retrousb.com/product_info.php?products_id=34 PowerPak] ^(FC) <strike> ($135) </strike> Uses CF cards to play games. Supports Game Genie codes. Does not receive any updates anymore, but is still a good option if you need to use Compact Flash cards instead of SD cards, or if you're not willing to pay the extra $70+ for an Everdrive. Also has a built-in NSF player. Fan-made mappers are available, including ones that support save states, but these are unofficial. Sadly discontinued.

Look at the [http://krikzz.com/pub/support/everdrive-n8/pro-series/mappers.png compatibility chart] to see if the games you want to play are supported.<br/>Expansion audio is supported by both cartsthe EverDrive and the PowerPak, but a [http://www.retrofixes.com/2014/05/open-hidden-sound-channels-in-nes.html modification] to the NES is necessary to support it. The Famicom does not require this modification.

[https://krikzz.com/our-products/cartridges/fxpak-pro.html FXPAK PRO] ^(FC) (USD $225240+) Has an [[FPGA]] to support most special chips, along with MSU-1 support (exceptions being SPC7110 chips, Sufami Turbo games, and the Hayazashi Nidan Morita Shougi series). Will play large ROMs such as Star Ocean and Tales of Phantasia. Firmware updates can be downloaded [https://sd2snes.de/blog/downloads here].

SD2SNES Rev. X: Hybrid A hybrid of the original SD2SNES and SD2SNES Pro designs, this is the predominant lazy clone <abbr title="english must be your 2nd language, "chink shit" doesn't make grammartical sense"> </abbr> flashcart seen that you'll find on aliexpressAliexpress, AmazoneBay, and random "retro" stores. Same great compatibility as "genuine" (ie. built to the open-source specs by Ikari or KRiKzzKRIKzz) flashcarts, but may have random minor issues from earlier hardware revisions like bad MSU-1 volume balance, and don't expect any updates or help if something goes wrong.

[https://terraonion.com/en/producto/neosd-aes/ NeoSD AES] ^(FC) ($367+) The very first Neo Geo AES flash cartridge with an outrageous price tag to match. The ebay prices for in-demand Neo-Geo games make it look downright affordable though, so it's worth considering if you already have an AES and want to play more than one game on it without a traditional pirate multicart.

[http://64drive.retroactive.be/ 64Drive] ^(FC) ($199 including CIC chip) Supports ROMs up to 256MB (2Gb) in size, includes RTC, possible future 64DD support with no need for ROM conversions. Much better option for developers than the EverDrive (when it's in stock) due to USB and WiFi support, along with a debugging button on the back. Also supports the separate UltraSave, which can dump/write saves from real carts to the 64Drive. 100% compatibility with all released games.

[https://krikzz.com/our-products/cartridges/ed64x5.html EverDrive 64 X5] ^(FC) ($120+ including CIC chip) Supports ROMs up to 64MB (512Mb) in size, although the SRAM is stored at the end of the ROM, which corrupts 64MB games that use the entire ROM and also saves (Pokemon Stadium 2 is the only known example), no RTC, 99.9% compatibility (no Animal Forest due to lack of RTC, and Pokemon Stadium 2 due to the previously mentioned SRAM/ROM sharing). Must reset before powering off to save. Also includes support for 64DD cart conversions.

[https://krikzz.com/our-products/cartridges/ed64x7.html EverDrive 64 X7] ^(FC) ($200+ including CIC chip) Supports ROMs up to 64MB (512Mb) in size, includes RTC, 100% compatibility with all released games, without special hardware (no memory card emulation for Mario no Photopie) and no need to reset before powering off to save.

ED64+/Super64: These are clones of the Everdrive 64 v1 or v2 cart. Earlier revisions of the ED64+ don't have UltraCIC and piggyback on a retail cart to boot, but revisions currently on for sale include an UltraCIC III. [https://github.com/ariahiro64/altra64 Altra64] is an open-source Everdrive firmware replacement that doesn't brick clone carts.

[http://www.gc-forever.com/wiki/index.php?title=XenoGC XenoGC] ^(HM) (Quick Solder Board, ~$10) Simple drivechip, requires a burned Swiss disc to be usefulunless you have genuine out-of-region games to play.

[https://github.com/KunaiGC/KunaiGC KunaiGC] ^(HM) (~$40) A new IPL replacement mod. Easier to install than PicoBoot (QSB instead of soldering directly to the IPL chipand stuffing the RPi Pico behind the controller ports) with integrated Swiss and the potential to load homebrew onto its internal flash from Swiss in the future.

[http://www.gc-forever.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=25&t=1375 Swiss] is a homebrew utility that can launch burned games, homebrew and games from an SD Gecko (supporting SDHC) or ODE, and can force options per game. Highly recommendedand essentially mandatory for most exploits.

[https://wii.guide/ Complete Softmod Guide] ^(SM): Probably The Wii is probably one of the safest and easiest consoles to mod (provided you follow everything correctly). <br>Some notable applications that can be used Currently, the two best guides to use are:*[https://wii.hacks.guide/ wii.hacks.guide] - Made by the same people behind the other [https://hacks.guide/ hacks.guide] tutorials. Slightly a work-in-progress.*[https://wii.guide/ wii.guide] - Maintained by RiiConnect24. Besides being able to run various homebrew applications, one of the main advantages of modding is being able to run backup loaders such as:*[https://github.com/wiidev/usbloadergx.html USB Loader GX] - Useful for running Wii games off a USB an external hard drive and (some flash drives will work, but not all are compatible). It can also rip disc images to a an HDDas well.

*[https://github.com/FIX94/Nintendont Nintendont] - Used to play GameCube games off a USB and even allows for official hardware to be used, (provided your Wii has these ports, ) such as memory cards, GCN Microphone, GBA-link cable, etc.

*[https://wii.hacks.guide/bluebomb BlueBomb] ^(SM): BlueBomb is an An exploit that takes advantage of a flaw in the Wii and Wii mini’s mini's Bluetooth libraries. Although it The payload has to be delivered by a Bluetooth-enabled computer that's running Linux, either installed directly or live-booted from a flash drive.<br />This is the only exploit that works for the Wii mini, BlueBomb can run and on the original Wii as well. This exploit also enables it can enable recovery from certain bricks, such as a banner brick. Outside of said brick recovery usefulness, however, using BlueBomb on the original Wii is generally not recommended as there are better and simpler exploits available that don't require uninterrupted radio transmissions from a specific host OS.

vWii ([httphttps://wiiubrewwiiu.org/wiki/WiiMode Wii mode]) is hackablehacks. [https:/guide/wiiu.hacks.guide/#/vwii-modding vWii Soft Mod Guide] ^(SM)- The Wii U is easily hackable even on the latest firmware. Installing any IOS (including TED IOSes) or wads made for Through the original use of injectors, you can install Wii on and Gamecube games directly to your vWii will brick itWii U home menu as well.<ref>Direct quote from the Follow [https://wiiu.hacksgbatemp.guidenet/#threads/vwiirelease-wiivc-modding?id=patchinginjector-iosscript-80 vWii Modding Guidegc-wii-homebrew-support.483577/ this thread]for details on injection. ([https://gbatemp.<net/threads/release-uwuvci-injectiine.486781/ref>alternative injector that can also inject retro games])

Backup loaders:*[https://www.wiiubrew.org/wiki/WUP_Installer_GX2 WUP Installer GX2] - Installs backups to the Wii U Menu (basically as if they were installed via the eShop). *[https://githubgbatemp.comnet/fix94threads/nintendontloadiine-gx2.413823/ NintendontLoadiine] is a launcher - A backup loader for GameCube games in Wii modeU firmware 3.0. Works for the Wii and vWii0 - 5.5.1, and supports any HID-compliant controlleris the only way to load games from SD. <br />Most Wii homebrewAs it loads games via the Mii Maker app, which doesn't use online features, including it cannot play online at the apps mentioned in moment. It only supports DLC if you bought the [[#DLC first. It doesn't support Wii|Wii section]], will function on vWiiVC injection (i.e. Xenoblade and friends for Gamepad controls).

===vWii===The Wii U also has a virtual [httpshttp://www.wiiubrew.org/wiki/WUP_Installer_GX2 WUP Installer GX2WiiMode Wii Mode] installs backups to (vWii) for backward compatibility which, you guessed it, is also hackable using similar exploits found in the original Wii. This means that most Wii U Menuhomebrew, including the apps mentioned in the [[#Wii|Wii section]], will also function on vWii as well.

[https://gbatempwiiu.hacks.netguide/threads#/loadiinevwii-gx2.413823modding vWii Modding Guide] <sup>(SM)</ Loadiine] is a backup loader for sup> - Requires CFW to be installed on your Wii U firmware 3first as the process isn't the same as hacking the OG Wii.0.0 - 5.5.1, and It should be noted that the vWii is a bit more delicate than the only way to load games from SD. As OG Wii, so it loads games via the Mii Maker app, which doesn't use online features, it cannot play online at s a bit easier to "brick" the moment. It only supports DLC vWii if you bought the DLC first. It doesndon't support Wii VC injection know what you're messing with. For example, installing any IOS (i.e. Xenoblade and friends including TED IOSes) or WADS made for Gamepad controls). The the original Wii U is easily hackable even on the latest firmware. Through the use of injectors, you can install Wii and Gamecube games directly to your Wii U home menu. Follow [https://wiiu.hacks.guide/ this guide] vWii <supb>(SM)will brick it</supb> to install custom firmware, and see [https://gbatemp.net/threads/release-wiivc-injector-script-gc-wii-homebrew-support.483577/ this thread] for details on injection. ([https://gbatemp.net/threads/release-uwuvci-injectiine.486781/ alternative injector that can also inject retro games])

An exploit was found early in the Switch's launch which not only made it vulnerable but [https://www.ktemkin.com/faq-fusee-gelee/ multiple NVIDIA Tegra devices] also. Since then Nintendo has released patched versions of the Switch which are currently "unhackable" at the moment. You can find out if it's been patched by [https://gbatemp.net/threads/switch-informations-by-serial-number-read-the-first-post-before-asking-questions.481215/ the serial number]. Be warned that Nintendo is especially obnoxious about hunting down softmodders on the Switch. Assume you <b>will </b> be at risk of being permanently console bannedif you use CFW, especially if you try and pirate games, after hacking your Switch.

[https://web.archive.org/web/20200308221331/https://sx.xecuter.com /#prod-sxpro SX Pro by Team Xecuter] ^(HM) (~$60) - A dongle that launches its own custom firmware and attaches to the charging port of the Switch. Useful for launching backups and homebrew applications. It works on any Switch that hasn't been patched or was released before June 2018. Ironically the product itself contains an anti-piracy measure that "bricks" the system if you try to reverse-engineer the dongle <ref name="SX OS DRM">https://torrentfreak.com/team-xecutor-piracy-code-has-drm-can-brick-your-nintendo-switch-180628/</ref>. That and the fact that it contains stolen code from other open-sourced projects have left Team Xecuter with a bad image in the homebrew community. Even better is the fact that two of the people leading Team Xecuter were [https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/two-members-notorious-videogame-piracy-group-team-xecuter-custody arrested by the U.S. Federal Government], so it may become harder to order their stuff online.

[http://web.archive.org/web/20201028024756/https://team-xecuter.com/sx-core-sx-lite-review-and-test-samples-are-underway/ Xecuter SX Core/Lite] ^(HM) ($?) - A modchip that solders onto the SoC of the Nintendo Switch, which works on Switch units that have been patched from software (RCM) exploits, including Switch Lite. Discontinued as the manufacturer, after Team Xecuter, has been dismissed due to legal issuesgot busted.

[https://github.com/Atmosphere-NX/Atmosphere Atmosphère] ^(HM/SM) - CFW for the Switch. Currently supports firmware up to 417.10.0, though an exploit has been found while the support for firmware 4.218.0-7.0.1 no usable code has been released for itimplemented but not fully completed. [https://switch.homebrew.guide/index This guide] appears to be the easiest to follow to install CFW. [https://github.com/Reisyukaku/ReiNX ReiNX] ^(HM/SM) - Another CFW for the Switch. Again, similar install situation as mentioned before (unpatched, low firmware, etc.). This one appears to be developing an easier way of loading backups. No longer maintained.

[https://reinxmigswitch.guidecom/ ReiNXMig Switch] ^(HM/SMFC) ($64.04) - Another CFW First ever flashcart for the Switch. AgainRequires game dumps with certifications and cartridge ID, similar install situation as mentioned before (unpatched, low firmware, etcwhich public cartridge dumps don't have.)Has no menu system and switches games by ejecting and then inserting back. This one appears Unable to be developing an easier way of loading backupsrun homebrews.

[https://satiator.net/ Satiator] ^(HM) ($259) Expensive, but works Works on any Saturn without invasive mods, doesn't replace the optical drive and has high compatibility. Fits The main downside (apart from the price) is that it plugs in via the MPEG -1 decoder card slotand doesn't replicate an actual decoder card, so it doesnyou won't work with VCDs be able to watch [[wikipedia:Video CD|VCD]]s or play the few handful of Saturn games that require rely on MPEG-1 FMVs. [https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=saroo&_sacat=0 SAROO] ^(FC) ($50-150) A Chinese-made (as in designed by a Chinese hobbyist) flashcart that enables playing backups from the cartridge slot. Emulates expansion RAM carts and supports virtual saves, bypassing the decoderSaturn's internal save RAM. Actually a decade old, but only mass-produced by the big PCB shops in 2023. It's hard to beat the price but all the documentation is in Chinese and [https://github.com/williamdsw/saroo-compatibility-list compatibility is dependent on read timing hacks], as it emulates the entire CDB interface in an FPGA. Cost and quality vary wildly as some of the chips used are EOL and sellers on Aliexpress and eBay will use chips from scrappers without testing if they actually work. Some sellers are now offering "Elite" builds of the SAROO board made with all NOS chips at a higher price.

[https://terraonion.com/en/producto/terraonion-mode/ MODE] ^(HM) ($200) Works with VA0 and VA1 models, uses SATA, microSD and USB. Compatible with CDI, GDI, CCD, MDF, and bin/cue images.

[http://krikzz.com/store/home/35-turbo-everdrive-v24.html Turbo EverDrive V2] ^(FC) ($8690) [https://krikzz.com/our-products/cartridges/turbo-everdrive-pro.html Turbo EverDrive PRO] ^(FC) ($200) Emulates the CD-ROM², Ten no Koe 2, and Arcade Card expansions; CD games won't work if there's already something attached to the bus, like a real CD-ROM²/TnK or the CD-ROM drive of a TurboDuo. Also supports cheats and savestates with in-game menu.

[http://www.xbmchub.com/forums/xbox-media-center/269-%5Bvideo-guide%5D-1-softmod-xbox-part-1-a.html Game Exploit] ^(SM) (Requires: Original MechAssaultblack label, Splinter Cell or 007 Agent Under Fire)

[httphttps://wwwconsolemods.xpgamesaves.comorg/topicwiki/43304-tut-softmod-and-add-larger-hdd-to-original-xbox/#.UVOzrEXJJkw Hotswap MethodXbox:ENDGAME ENDGAME] ^(HMSM)

earlier models can be soft modded then [https://consolemods.org/wiki/Xbox:TSOP_Flashing TSOP flashed.Flash] ^(HM) (Requires soldering and a softmodded console)

[httphttps://forumswww.xbox-scenese7ensins.com/indexforums/threads/rgh-3-0-guide-phat-slim-includes-quick-tool.1832979 RGH 3.php?act=ST&f=169&t=513412&st=0#entry3416031 DVD Flashing] ^{(HMSlim and Phat)} ] (Dead LinkRequires soldering and a NAND programmer)

[httphttps://wwwconsolemods.eurasia.nuorg/wiki/index.php/Xbox_360_Reset_Glitch_Hack Reset Glitch HackXbox_360:Drive_Flashing DVD Flashing] ^{(Advanced users onlyHM)} (Dead LinkRequires a dedicated drive flasher tool and PC with compatible SATA controller)

[httphttps://wwwconsolemods.assemblergames.comorg/forumswiki/showthread.php?32719-How-to-Jtag-an-Xbox-360 JTAGXbox_360:RGH Reset Glitch Hack] ^(HM) (Dead LinkRequires soldering, a NAND programmer and a compatible glitch chip)

[https://bennvenn.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/copy-of-elcheapo-sd-flash-cart-v1-9 <strike>El Cheapo SD] </strike> ^(FC) ($52) Supports mappers MBC1, MBC2, MBC3, and MBC5, no RTC until version 2.0 is released, accepts microSD cards, supports games up to 4MB (32Mb), has 128KB (1Mb) SRAM (big enough for LSDj). Saving must be done manually in the menu before loading a new ROM (both saving to SD and loading from SD). There are other cheaper versions with lesser ROM sizes available (for example, if you don't care about Game Boy Color enhanced/exclusive games). [https://bennvenn.myshopify.com/products/mbc3000-rtc-gbc-cart-v5 MBC3000 RTC] ^(FC) ($52) Supports MBC3 with an alternate MBC3/MBC5 version available while supplies last. Supports RTC and can interface correctly with Pokemon Stadium when flashed with Gold/Silver/Crystal. Requires a [https://bennvenn.myshopify.com/products/usb-gb-c-cart-dumper-the-joey-jr Joey Jr.] to upload a game to its internal flash and has no means of selecting multiple ROMs other than a DIP switch on the MBC3/MBC5 version.

[https://krikzz.com/our-products/cartridges/everdrive-gb-x7edgbx7.html EverDrive GB X7] ^(FC) ($140+) Supports RTC and an in-game menu with savesate support.

eBay that isn't hundreds of dollars (and some that do cost hundreds of dollars) is actually a cheap flash chip and a CLPD CPLD to simulate the mapper wired to a bootleg PCB. These bootleg carts can be bought blank on aliexpress for peanuts and many can be reflashed with a dumper/flasher device like [https://bennvenn.myshopify.com/products/usb-gb-c-cart-dumper-the-joey-jr Joey Jr.] These bootlegs almost certainly use 3.3V chips wired to the 5V cart bus. This could shorten the life of the cartridge and/or the Game Boy.

[https://imgur.com/K5zrSyD Ace3DS Plus clone] ^(FC) (~$5-10): Generally the best Nintendo DS flashcart at the moment, these very common on AliExpress and eBay. They're Their compatibility isn't perfect, but they run a version of Wood and work on unmodded DSi and 3DS consoles. Be warned that there is a [https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/286686210225864725/921177429073092688/s-l225.png timebomb clone] that looks very similar. Use the [https://flashcard-archive.ds-homebrew.com/Ace3DS+_R4iLS/Ace3DS+_R4iLS_Wood_R4_1.62.7z Ace3DS Plus kernel]. Supports the DSi's latest firmware and MicroSDHC.

[http://www.sky3ds.com/ '''SKY3DS/SKY3DS+'''] ^(FC) (~$75): Works on all firmware (as of 11.4.0), as it emulates a real card. Only useful for backups/piracy, as homebrew will not work, although Ninjhax will work with Cubic Ninja as a ROM. Non-upgradeable. The blue-button version will support unlimited games, whereas the red-button version will only support 10 games forever (even if you switch out microSD cards), although this has been cracked. There is also an orange button version, SKY3DS+, which supports recent anti-piracy in games. Use this one where available, if going this route. Clones are available (QQ3DS which comes with a DS flash cart DS support, r5sdhc). If playing games online, you will need a private header, which can be retrieved from any physical 3DS cart. You will be banned from Nintendo's servers otherwise.