Overview

• Nintendo’s revised user agreement grants the company the authority to remotely disable Switch and Switch 2 consoles for violations of anti-tampering rules.
• The policy targets piracy, homebrew development, and hardware modifications, extending Nintendo’s longstanding IP enforcement practices.
• The updated terms apply to existing Switch units and the upcoming Switch 2, which launches June 5 with new features like a 7.9-inch screen, camera, and updated controllers.
• Critics argue the move raises consumer rights concerns, suggesting it undermines ownership by treating hardware as licensed rather than owned.
• The agreement update coincides with the Switch 2’s release, ensuring strict compliance measures are in place from launch day.