Before its shutdown, Nintendo connection facilitated Wii U and 3DS multiplayer for over 12 years.

While oftenoverlooked, it remains an important part of Nintendo’s gaming history.

Accessing Pretendo servers typically involves installing homebrew firmware on the Wii U and 3DS.

Fan-made project aims to keep Wii U and 3DS consoles online where Nintendon’t

According to Pretendo, no homebrew or custom firmware is required, only a DNS change.

Developers have opted to keep the exploit private in case Nintendo decides to patch it.

Over the past six months, Pretendo developers have diligently worked on archiving additional content.