NTR CFW is a program for Windows whose name stands for New 3DS Custom Firmware. This distribution opens different possibilities for your Nintendo 3DS gaming console. For instance, you can access cheat menus, stream without the need for a capture card, and more.

Install system and cheats

After downloading the archive, you need to unpack it to the folder of your choice. The next step is to copy the BIN file to the root directory of your SD card. Now you can open the CIA app from your home menu and allow it to run. Once it displays a successful message, you may exit.

To activate cheats, you have to make a folder on your SD card and name it plugin. Then you can copy the item with the ID of your title to this location. Subsequently, you need to insert the SD card back in your 3DS console, load NTR CFW, and open a game. By pressing X and Y you can find the cheats.

Additional capabilities

One of the main advantages of this software is that you can play region locked games. You have the option to launch them directly from the home menu. There is also support for plugins. This means you can develop your own or install existing ones.

Another standout aspect of this program is the ability to manage your savegames. You can also migrate saves from previous versions of the tool. If you want to play Nintendo 3D titles on your personal computer, you may try a utility called Citra.

Features

free to download and use;
compatible with modern Windows versions;
enables you to install firmware on Nintendo 3DS;
you can access cheats, load saves, and more;
it is possible to play region locked games.