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The Nintendo 3DS '''currently has no functional emulators'''; this is mainly due to the fact that the hardware has yet to be documented. Once the console has been hacked (to some degree, at least), and the hardware is well known and its functions are documented, emulation can begin. Plus the fact that the 3DS supposedly has a high amount of security built-in, this may take a while. Be prepared to wait. | The Nintendo 3DS '''currently has no functional emulators'''; this is mainly due to the fact that the hardware has yet to be documented. Once the console has been hacked (to some degree, at least), and the hardware is well known and its functions are documented, emulation can begin. Plus the fact that the 3DS supposedly has a high amount of security built-in, this may take a while. Be prepared to wait. | ||
| − | Citra is an extremely early in development 3DS emulator. It is considered experimental, and cannot play any games. | + | Citra is an extremely early in development 3DS emulator. It is considered experimental, and cannot play any games besides simple homebrew. |
How long will it take to get an emulator that can play a majority of games? Many years for certain. Possibly as long as ten. Buy a 3DS if you can't wait. | How long will it take to get an emulator that can play a majority of games? Many years for certain. Possibly as long as ten. Buy a 3DS if you can't wait. | ||
Revision as of 04:18, 25 April 2014
The Nintendo 3DS is the latest handheld console by Nintendo, released in 2010/2011. The most notable feature of this console is the use of autostereoscopic (i.e. without glasses) 3D, which can be configured using a slider.
There are no playable 3DS emulators. Any site claiming to have a working emulator is a scam. Anything on that site should be considered malware until proven otherwise.
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Emulators
| Name | Operating System(s) | Latest Version | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citra | Windows, Linux | - | ✗ |
Development
The Nintendo 3DS currently has no functional emulators; this is mainly due to the fact that the hardware has yet to be documented. Once the console has been hacked (to some degree, at least), and the hardware is well known and its functions are documented, emulation can begin. Plus the fact that the 3DS supposedly has a high amount of security built-in, this may take a while. Be prepared to wait.
Citra is an extremely early in development 3DS emulator. It is considered experimental, and cannot play any games besides simple homebrew.
How long will it take to get an emulator that can play a majority of games? Many years for certain. Possibly as long as ten. Buy a 3DS if you can't wait.
