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Artic Base Server broadcasts 3DS games to other players; its page advises backing up a save before use.
About Artic Base
Artic Base Server is an open-source Luma3DS 3GX plugin for Nintendo 3DS that broadcasts physical or digital games from a console to a compatible emulator, such as Azahar. It operates by forwarding filesystem requests from the emulator to the connected 3DS, eliminating the need to dump game files to play them on PC. Hosted on GitHub under the MIT license, the tool is a recent release that may have unexpected bugs, and its documentation advises users to back up game save files before use.
The plugin syncs savedata and extdata for broadcasted games during play sessions, supports using the 3DS as an input device via the Artic Controller feature, and loads shared ext data and NCCH archives directly from the console. It also removes the requirement to dump AES keys, as decryption is handled by the console's operating system. It suits 3DS owners who want to play their owned games on PC at higher resolutions, use external controllers, or repurpose older, partially broken consoles to reduce e-waste, as well as non-profit game preservation groups that need centralized access to preserved titles for research.
Key features
- Broadcasts 3DS physical/digital games to emulators without dumping files.
- Syncs savedata and extdata for broadcasted games during play sessions.
- Enables using the 3DS as an input device via Artic Controller.
- Loads shared ext data and NCCH archives directly from the console.
- Eliminates need to dump AES keys, as console handles decryption.
Best for: It is most useful for 3DS owners who want to play their owned games on PC without dumping files, and non-profit game preservation organizations that need centralized access to preserved titles for research.
Good for
- No need to dump game files to play owned 3DS titles on PC.
- Supports higher resolution play and external controller use on PC.
- Enables repurposing of older 3DS consoles to reduce e-waste.
- Supports purchased game updates and DLC for broadcasted titles.
Watch out for
- Recent release with potential unexpected bugs.
- Loading times are 2x to 5x slower than dumped game copies.
- Requires a constant stable connection between PC and 3DS server.
Artic Base at a glance
- Category
- Gaming › Game Utilities & Launchers
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Open source
- Yes · Source code
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Artic Base FAQ
What is Artic Base Server?
It is an open-source Luma3DS 3GX plugin that broadcasts 3DS games from a console to a compatible emulator, eliminating the need to dump game files to play on PC.
What are the drawbacks of using Artic Base Server?
It has 2x to 5x slower loading times than dumped games, requires a constant stable connection between the PC and 3DS, and is a recent release that may have unexpected bugs.
What do I need to use Artic Base Server?
You need a 3DS with Luma3DS v13.1.1 or newer, the Artic Base Server plugin, and a compatible emulator like Azahar on your PC.
Does Artic Base Server support game saves and DLC?
Yes, it syncs savedata and extdata for broadcasted games during play sessions, and supports purchased game updates and DLC.
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