DSpico - An open-source flashcart for the DS(i)

Over the past four years, we - the LNH team - have been working hard on a project that some of you guys may have already heard about: an open-source flashcart that supports the DS, DSi and 3DS (in DSi mode), by the name of DSpico.


The project evolved from a simple flashcart, to a collection of individual components that work together. Each component has been separated in their own repositories, and can be modified to your liking. Each repository comes with their own README's and documentation.The DSpico project consists of the following components:

• DSpico Hardware - The hardware of the DSpico.

• DSpico Firmware - The firmware for the DSpico.

• DSpico Bootloader - Bootloader for the DSpico.

• DSpico DLDI - The DLDI for the DSpico.

• WRFUxxed exploit - Full-access DSi-mode exploit for WRFU Tester that can be used with DSpico.

• Pico Launcher - Front-end for Pico Loader.

• Pico Loader - DS(i) rom loader. Supports various flashcards, including the DSpico.

Guides to build your own DSpico, as well as instructions for compiling the software are also available. We tried to make the process as friendly as possible. An overview of the features can be found on the website, although each README has much more extensive documentation.

DSpico project index and guide: https://github.com/LNH-team/dspico
Our website: https://www.lnh-team.org/


Here are a few images of DSpico:

QUICK FAQ (will be updated over time)

- Q:Why use micro-usb over usb-c ?
- A: When we were making the hardware, using USB-C introduced more components that simply didnt fit on the board. We also had concerns of the usb-c port fitting nicely in the cartridge port, and fragility concerns with the shell.

- Q:Where can I order one ?
- A: Your best shot is joining a group buy, or finding a store that manufactures DSpico. We (the LNH Team) will not sell any boards.

- Q:How is compatibility ?
- A: Most of the DS library, as well as homebrew, should work. We do not have an official compatibility list, and we are aware of a few titles that do not work correctly at the moment.

- Q:Does this plays 3ds executables ?
- A: No.

- Q:Am I forced to use Pico launcher ?
- A: No. For instance, Wood menu and TwilightMenu++ work just fine (We are aware of an issue with nds-bootstrap however). And vice versa as well, pico launcher is usable on other flashcarts.

- Q:I need assistance. Where do i go ?
- A: Join the DSi hacking discord, there is a dedicated dspico channel where you can ask your questions.