It seems like forever ago Nintendo announced that it would (eventually) bring its Miiverse and Nintendo ID systems to the 3DS. Today, that once dream becomes a reality.
The v7.0.0-13U update is finally here, folks! This latest update for the Nintendo 3DS is by far the most impactful for the handheld’s experience. First, you can link (or create) a Nintendo ID to your 3DS. This unifies your accounts between your Wii U and 3DS, assuming you own both.
In addition, Miiverse is now supported on the 3DS. An icon resides in the top-right of the main menu which throws you into Nintendo’s first-party social networking software. You can share thoughts, draw images, and read other people’s comments. In essence, it’s a heavily moderated Twitter that’s all about Nintendo.
Here are the official patch notes if you like reading:
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
The 3DS has already been praised for its stellar software during 2013 in addition to its affordable price-point with the introduction of the 2DS. Really, now that the social experience is no longer archaic, the 3DS is an absolute monster. Expect it to dominate the sales charts even moreso going forward.
