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How to region unlock your Nintendo 64

The Nintendo 64 is home to some of the most...

Nintendo Nintendo 64 Easy 10 minutes Guide 154275
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Before you begin

The Nintendo 64 is home to some of the most iconic video games of the cartridge era of consoles. But some of those games are locked behind a region lock. Thankfully, removing this lock, and making your device universal, is very easy, and mostly requires you to remove the top cover. Things you will need In addition to the tools, you will need a universal cartridge slot. You can order this from the Shapeways website, or you can 3D print the slot using this .sti file from Thingiverse. Alternatively, if you don't have the ability to do either, you can use a Dremel to remove the plastic from the existing slot as shown in the video by Nintendrew, but it is highly recommended that you use the first two options for a cleaner look, or if you intend to resell the device.

Step 1

Repair step

  • Remove the expansion pack cover by pushing in the tab and pulling out.
Step 2

Repair step

  • If your system uses a jumper pack, the same procedure applies to remove it.
  • A small spoon can be used in place of a spudger.
  • Lever the expansion pack out using a metal spudger.
Step 3

Repair step

  • Remove the six screws on the bottom side indicated in the example with a gamebit head or screwdriver.
Step 4

Repair step

  • Remove the two front feet of the N64.
Step 5

Repair step

  • Rotate to top side up and lift off top cover.
Step 6

Repair step

  • Flip the top over and locate the two screws that hold the current slot in place.
  • Remove the slot with a normal Phillips head screwdriver.
Step 7

Repair step

  • To install the new slot, simply place the new slot in the same location as the old one.
  • Ensure that the new slot aligns with the opening on the top of the console.