It’s now possible to bypass the 3DS’ region lock through a simple exploit.

The exploit, known as “RegionThree”, only requires system owners to download a file and access the Internet. You can check out the process in the video above, and view full instructions here.

This exploit does work with the latest version of the 3DS’ firmware. However, it’s not compatible with New 3DS systems.

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NintenDaan joined me to discuss the latest Nintendo Direct. There was plenty to talk about between the New 3DS, a new Fire Emblem 3DS game, and more!

Random note: we did this recording with me having very little sleep under my belt. Actually, I’ve been exhausted these past couple of weeks. So please understand if I come across as a boring mess.

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GameStop has posted photos of the Majora’s Mask pin included with pre-orders of Code Name S.T.E.A.M. Those who reserve the game either in-store or online are eligible for the item. The pin will be given out while supplies last.

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Update: Games have been price-matched on Amazon:

Super Smash Bros. for 3DS
Pokemon Omega Ruby
Pokemon Alpha Sapphire
Fantasy Life
Mario and Luigi: Dream Team
LEGO Batman 3

Best Buy is running a small sale on 3DS games over the next couple of days. You can save $5 on Super Smash Bros. for 3DS, Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire, Fantasy Life, and more. Mario & Luigi: Dream Team has received a slightly larger $14 discount.

You can find all games on sale here. Note that these discounts only last through tomorrow.

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Hyrule Warriors’ next update, version 1.5.0, is set to arrive alongside the Majora’s Mask pack. Here’s a look at what’s new:

Maximum level increased
New mixing materials
New medals
New weapon skills
Updated Junk Store – “Skills Cancellation,” “Skills Advice,” and “Weapons Sale” added
Updated Adventure Mode information screen – “Damage Taken” and “Retry from the Beginning” added

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Log Games is releasing its first game on the Wii U eShop next week. It’s a puzzle game with two modes, online leaderboards, different difficulty levels, and off-TV play.

Here’s the full overview:

A unique block dropping puzzle game only made possible by the Wii U GamePad.

Experience the addictive puzzle gameplay that takes unique advantage of the Wii U GamePad! Use the Wii U GamePad’s buttons and touchscreen to manipulate and destroy falling colored blocks. Align 3 or more blocks of the same color to destroy them and initiate high scoring changes of destruction! Destroy all the monkey blocks to advance to the next level. Online leaderboards to see where you rank among the worlds best scores!

Two unique modes of play
Adjustable difficulty settings to suit your style of play
Off TV play
Online leaderboards

Puzzle Monkeys is due out on February 5. View a trailer above.

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Vblank Entertainment shared another nugget about the upcoming update for Retro City Rampage: DX. The patch “significantly improves performance on the old 3DS” so that the game’s frame rate can be optimized. There’s no date yet for the update, but it may arrive before the New 3DS launches.

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