Custom Nintendo 3DS Overlays for RetroArch Citra – NES, Famicom, SNES, Kirby & More
I’ve been working on a custom Nintendo 3DS setup for RetroArch using the Citra core. I wanted the games to feel like they’re actually being played on different 3DS models, so I created my own high-resolution overlays and matched the top and bottom screens to each design.
I have to give credit to u/CoolFiverIsABabe. I came across his custom 3DS overlays a few days ago and they were what inspired me to start making my own. I really liked his NES and Famicom concepts, so I recreated those designs myself in Photoshop using my own high-resolution 3DS artwork as a base.
From there I started creating more designs and colorways, including Kirby and others, while also using real Nintendo 3DS editions as inspiration.
I’m using Mega Bezel shaders with individual configurations where needed to get the screens positioned and scaled correctly for each game.
These are just screenshots of my personal RetroArch setup. I wanted to share what I’ve been working on and give credit to the person whose work gave me the idea to start the project in the first place.
Which one is your favorite?