Pokemon Ultra Moon Update 12 Cia Work Now

| Feature | Base Game v1.0 | Updated to v1.2 CIA | Works? | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Single Player Story | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | Working | | Ultra Wormholes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes (Smoother) | Working | | Local Wireless Trade | ❌ Version Mismatch | ✅ Perfect Sync | Working | | PKSM Save Editing | ⚠️ Partial | ✅ Full Support | Working | | Pretendo Network Support | ❌ No | ⚠️ Beta (Requires Nimbus) | Limited | | Official Online (GTS) | ❌ No | ❌ No | Offline Forever |

Verdict: The CIA works flawlessly for 90% of what players need today—local play and save edits.

  • For ReiNX:

    • Some users want a single “Super CIA” that contains the base game + v1.2. This is useful for emulators (Citra) or installing on multiple consoles. pokemon ultra moon update 12 cia work

    The method (using HackingToolkit3DS or 3DS-Backup-Tool):

    Warning: This is technically advanced. If done incorrectly, you will brick the digital install. It is almost always safer to keep the base game and update as separate CIAs, as Nintendo intended.

    Even though the CIA works, users frequently encounter specific errors. Here is how to fix them. | Feature | Base Game v1

  • Install FBI (if not already installed):

  • Use FBI to Install the CIA:

    • Alternatively, if you're using a tool like Anemone or using the built-in support of your CFW: For ReiNX :

  • Directly through CFW (varies):

    • Disclaimer: This guide assumes you have a hacked 3DS (Boot9Strap / Luma3DS). I do not condone piracy of games you do not own. This update is for legal backups or cartridge owners.

    You will need:

    Steps: