If you have a (with custom firmware such as Luma3DS and boot9strap), installing the update is straightforward. The most common method uses FBI , the popular title manager for CFW.

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If you are playing in a region with restricted access, or if your 3DS is not consistently connected to the internet, you can install the update locally from your SD card using FBI, bypassing the need for a live eShop connection. 3.

Navigate to and locate your current entry for Pokémon Ultra Sun .

: Unlike some previous updates, version 1.2 is reported to be minor enough that it does not break existing battle videos saved on version 1.1. Installation Note

Pokémon Ultra Sun Version 1.2, roughly 539 blocks in size, is required for online functionality, featuring critical bug fixes for battle glitches. For 3DS users utilizing .cia files, employing a region-free update with Title ID 0004000E001B5000 is recommended to avoid installation issues. Detailed patch notes and installation instructions can be reviewed at Serebii . Updates Region Free - hShop

Enhances the stability of the Rotom Dex's Loto-Roto feature, ensuring your items generate without memory leaks or softlocks.

Once you have the installed, you open the door to incredible community-made enhancements. This is where “better” becomes truly next-level.

To apply this update on a real Nintendo 3DS console running custom firmware (like Luma3DS), you will need the title manager. Prerequisites A Nintendo 3DS with Luma3DS CFW installed.