"Preserving Nintendo's Legacy: How Fans Are Keeping 3DS and Wii U Online"
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Nintendo has shut down the online servers for the beloved Nintendo 3DS handheld console, marking the end of its online functionality and prompting heartfelt tributes from fans on social media. The 3DS, known for its innovative 3D graphics and stellar game library, has been a fan favorite for years. Alongside the 3DS, Nintendo also ceased service for the Wii U servers, signaling the end of an era for both consoles. Despite the shutdown, fans are finding ways to keep the consoles alive in their hearts, even if it means resorting to unofficial methods.
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- Pretendo saves the day after Wii U and 3DS server shut down — here's how to keep your Nintendo games online Laptop Mag
- The bootleg Nintendo Network replacement no longer requires jailbreaking Engadget
- Nintendo Shuts Down Online Services for Wii U and 3DS, but Fan Project Pretendo Is Keeping Them Alive IGN
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