This guide covers everything you need to know about getting the 1.2 update working, troubleshooting, and ensuring a seamless experience. What Does the Pokémon Ultra Moon 1.2 Update Do?
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully update your Pokémon Ultra Moon game to version 12 using CIA files. Happy gaming!
If you are using modified files (like a randomized romhack or a language patch), Luma3DS will reject the v1.2 update layout unless the firmware's native patching engine is toggled on. How to Make Update 1.2 CIA Work (Step-by-Step)
Resolved an issue where interacting with the Rotom Dex's Loto feature at specific moments caused the system to hang. pokemon ultra moon update 12 cia work
Here's a more detailed list of changes and fixes in Update 12:
Use the D-pad to move down to and press 'A' to mark it with an (X) . Press Start to save the settings and reboot the console. Verifying the Update
: Go to SD -> cia -> select your update file -> choose Install and delete CIA . This guide covers everything you need to know
: If you need to revert to an earlier version, you can uninstall the v1.2 update. On a CFW 3DS, this is typically done by going to System Settings > Data Management > Nintendo 3DS > Downloadable Content and deleting the update data for Pokémon Ultra Moon . After uninstalling, you can reinstall an older update CIA file if you have one.
Method 1: The Luma3DS "Game Patching" Toggle (Most Common Fix)
Copy your valid file into the cia folder on your 3DS SD card. Happy gaming
: This could be FBI (Fast File Installer) or similar tools that are compatible with your CFW.
: Place the update CIA into your 3DS SD card's cia folder.
Many users encounter hurdles when trying to get a .cia update to "work" with a base game install. If your game won't recognize the update or keeps asking for one, try these community-verified fixes: