Include at least these entries (exact casing matters: lowercase hex with underscores as shown). Replace X... with full hex values from your own dumps:
(Exact required set can vary by Citra version and which titles/firmware you run; the above are the common ones.)
Slot0x06KeyY = XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX citra aes keystxt updated
If you are looking to resolve issues related to this file, understanding the technical implementation helps:
Abstract
This paper explores the role, structure, and functionality of the aes_keys.txt file within the Citra Nintendo 3DS emulator. It examines the cryptographic implementation of the AES-128-CTR algorithm utilized by the 3DS hardware, the necessity of key extraction for emulation, and the transition from user-managed key files to automatic key derivation in modern emulation builds. Include at least these entries (exact casing matters:
A crucial aspect of aes_keys.txt is its legal standing. These keys are copyrighted binary data owned by Nintendo.
Modern versions of Citra often rely on a seeddb.bin file and automated key derivation algorithms. Since the "KeyX" values for most common slots are now publicly known constants (derived from security exploits), the emulator can often derive the necessary keys on the fly without the user manually inputting hex strings. (Exact required set can vary by Citra version
Step 1: Obtain the Key Data You cannot "generate" keys from nothing. You must extract them from your own hacked 3DS console.
Step 2: Format the aes_keys.txt file
Open Notepad (or any text editor). The file must follow this exact syntax:
# AES Keys for Citra
# Slot0x05KeyY =
Slot0x05KeyY = XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Slot0x08KeyY = XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX