Once complete, launch Pokémon X. The title screen should now reflect the updated version. Pokémon X Update 15 3DS Region F Portable Stability

Launch the homebrew application from your 3DS HOME Menu. Navigate to SD -> cias . Highlight the Pokémon X Update 1.5 CIA file.

However, introducing region-free capabilities adds a layer of complexity when dealing with updates:

Official updates can still be accessed through the Nintendo 3DS eShop by searching for "update" or scanning specific QR codes from official support pages. For users of homebrew or emulators, the update is often distributed as a separate .cia file to be installed alongside the base game. How to Update Pokémon X and Pokémon Y | Nintendo Support

This stands for CTR Importable Archive . This file format is used to install games, updates, and DLC directly onto a 3DS console's home menu via custom firmware (using tools like FBI).

Insert your 3DS SD card into your computer and copy the .cia file to a folder (e.g., /cias/ ). Install with FBI: Open the FBI application on your 3DS. Navigate to your CIA file location.

Players were to access all online functionality in Pokémon X. This included connecting to the Internet via the Player Search System (PSS), using Wonder Trade, accessing the Global Trade Station (GTS), using Game Sync, and redeeming Mystery Gifts. The update is cumulative, meaning it includes all fixes and adjustments from previous versions (Ver. 1.2, 1.3, and 1.4) as well.