3DS Miiverse Update Now Available

To bring it in-line with the Nintendo Wii U, Nintendo have released an update to its handheld console, the Nintendo 3DS, that allows users to sync their already existing Wii U Nintendo IDs to the handheld console. 

Those who don't have a Wii U will also be able to create a new Nintendo ID directly from their 3DS, 3DS XL or 2DS consoles. 

Nintendo first announced the idea to make Miiverse available to the 3DS earlier this year. The platform for Nintendo gamers to communicate with each other, share photos/screenshots and tips & tricks for individual titles has proven popular on the Wii U and Nintendo's venture to offer the software on its handheld console is likely to be a popular one. 

A full run-down of what else to expect in the entire system update can be seen below. 

Added Support for Nintendo Network IDs:

• Users can now create or link a Nintendo Network ID, which is required to use some network services, from within System Settings
• Nintendo eShop has been updated to support Nintendo Network IDs (*1)
• For more information regarding Nintendo Network IDs, please visit our Nintendo Network ID introduction page

Added Support for Miiverse:

• Users can now view and post to Miiverse from Nintendo 3DS family systems
• For more information regarding Miiverse, please visit our Miiverse introduction page

Added a Software Update Notification:

• A notification will now display when software is started and update data is available (*2)

Removed the limit to system transfers:

• The previous limit of five system transfers per system has been removed

Changed the start-up method of Nintendo 3DS Camera from the HOME Menu:

• Pressing the L and R Buttons simultaneously will now start the Nintendo 3DS Camera from the HOME Menu

Improved system stability and usability:

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

*1 Credit card information stored on the Nintendo eShop will be deleted after this update is performed or after linking a new Nintendo Network ID
*2 SpotPass must be enabled to use this feature.