NNIDs and Miiverse are finally coming to the 3DS

[McHaggis]

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After a long wait since the original announcement, today's Nintendo Direct finally revealed that a December update for the 3DS software will bring Nintendo Network IDs, combining eShop balances across the Wii U and 3DS, and Miiverse integration.

A December system update will allow users to register their Nintendo Network ID for Wii U on their Nintendo 3DS systems and combine Nintendo eShop account balances...this system update will also mark the beginning of Miiverse support on Nintendo 3DS. With a Nintendo Network ID, users will be able to connect with other players around the world to share their experiences and game tips through Miiverse on Nintendo 3DS.

Great news for those of us who own both systems, or those 3DS owners have coveted the strangely popular gaming social network its home counterpart has had for a year now.

http://www.nintendolife.com/news/20...cial_network_finally_makes_its_way_to_the_3ds

 

[bigjaylildremynameislong]

Question; how could it possibly take Nintendo so long? It doesn't seem like they're doing much of anything as of late.

 

[Sheimi]

Which will actually block other regions currency except the 3DS region currency.

 

[ShadowSoldier]

Question; how could it possibly take Nintendo so long? It doesn't seem like they're doing much of anything as of late.

This is Nintendo's first home console that has actual good internet capabilities. Needless to say, they're still learning.

 

[emigre]

About fucking time.

 

[lismati]

And I guess the youtube app also is coming in December?

 

[pokefloote]

And I guess the youtube app also is coming in December?

I think they said Youtube was coming this month actually.

 

[the_randomizer]

Miiverse is long overdue and good to have on 3DS, but what is the real benefit of combining the funds on the two systems aside from buying 3DS stuff via Wii U and vice versa? Cross-play isn't even happening on it as far as we can tell.

 

[Sychophantom]

What if you have multiple 3DS systems. Do all of them link? Just one?

 

[MelodieOctavia]

Welcome to 2004, Nintendo. The coffee is long gone, but you might be able to find some moldy donuts in the corner over there.

 

[Deleted member 473940]

thats awesome

 

[McHaggis]

Miiverse is long overdue and good to have on 3DS, but what is the real benefit of combining the funds on the two systems aside from buying 3DS stuff via Wii U and vice versa? Cross-play isn't even happening on it as far as we can tell.

I guess if you get a £50/$50 eShop gift card for Xmas then you can split it between your Wii U and your 3DS. Also, the groundwork is now done for future enhancements like cross-play, if they decided to go in that direction.

 

[the_randomizer]

I guess if you get a £50/$50 eShop gift card for Xmas then you can split it between your Wii U and your 3DS. Also, the groundwork is now done for future enhancements like cross-play, if they decided to go in that direction.

Ain't gonna hold my breath, but I hope they do nevertheless

 

[Sychophantom]

Found my answer. Nope. One 3DS unit per NNID.

Well, fuck.

 

[mysticwaterfall]

I don't think cross play would happen anytime soon, if ever. There are only a comparitivley few games that are on both 3ds and wii u, and most of those the wii u version is "enhanced" in some way and costs more (mighty switch force, mutant mudds, etc).

 

[Ryupower]

this might effect some people
3DS update blocks changing of eShop region after NNID registration, funds from other regions to be deleted

Coming from Nintendo's own FAQ...

Q: I have used Nintendo eShop in different regions, and I have funds in multiple currencies in my balance. What will happen to these funds after I register a Nintendo Network ID?

A: After registering a Nintendo Network ID, you will be unable to change regions and use multiple currencies – for instance, pounds and euros – in Nintendo eShop. The funds in the currency that corresponds to the country setting of your Nintendo Network ID will remain, and any funds in other currencies will be deleted and no longer usable. Please make sure to use up any other currencies before registering a Nintendo Network ID to your Nintendo 3DS system.
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Looks like Nintendo is out to stop those that have been switching regions to take advantage of deals. Thanks to Kolma for the heads up!

Link

Also
You Can Only Have One Nintendo Network ID On A Single 3DS

 

[PityOnU]

Miiverse is long overdue and good to have on 3DS, but what is the real benefit of combining the funds on the two systems aside from buying 3DS stuff via Wii U and vice versa? Cross-play isn't even happening on it as far as we can tell.

Not sure what or who would benefit from cross-play... Not many games are on both Wii U and 3DS, and even then, the 3DS version is usually very much different, with different levels or whatever. The only title I could see benefitting from this is MH3U.

Tying your purchases to an account rather than a system is a huge benefit, though. However, I'm not sure if they've actually done that - haven't watched the Nintendo Direct yet.

 

[the_randomizer]

I don't think cross play would happen anytime soon, if ever. There are only a comparitivley few games that are on both 3ds and wii u, and most of those the wii u version is "enhanced" in some way and costs more (mighty switch force, mutant mudds, etc).

I was mostly talking about virtual console games, but I doubt that'll happen either :/

Not sure what or who would benefit from cross-play... Not many games are on both Wii U and 3DS, and even then, the 3DS version is usually very much different, with different levels or whatever. The only title I could see benefitting from this is MH3U.


Tying your purchases to an account rather than a system is a huge benefit, though. However, I'm not sure if they've actually done that - haven't watched the Nintendo Direct yet.

I was hoping to see 3DS virtual console games played on the Wii U game pad and Wii U VC games on the 3DS, that sort of feature, but it'll be a cold day in hell I'm sure. ....You know, it's funny, after seeing these announcements in the presentation almost makes me want to keep my 3DS.

 

[AngryGeek416]

Finally...now i can acutally buy something digital from Nintendo without feeling like i got robbed.

 

[Ryupower]

Nintendo should take a look at Sony's cross-buy option that they offer
so
if you buy a VC on 3ds or WiiU, you get both
but that will NEVER happen
with a NNID it should not be a hard thing to do

and
will the Deluxe Digital Promotion with items on the 3ds