Nintendo Switch 2’s GameChat: Record Clips to Report Toxic Players!

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Recently, Nintendo revised its privacy policy due to the upcoming GameChat feature on the Nintendo Switch 2. The update explains that Nintendo might record your video and audio conversations with other users while using this feature. Nintendo Europe has provided more details about this policy, stating that when you use GameChat, it saves three-minute snippets. This is so if a user needs to report inappropriate behavior from another player, the footage can be sent to Japan for moderation purposes. In essence, this is a safety measure designed to safeguard users and discourage harmful activities during video chats.

If you notice any language or actions that potentially breach legal regulations, the Nintendo Account Agreement, or the Community Guidelines for our Network of Communities, you can review the last three minutes of communication history saved on your device and report it to Nintendo Customer Service (NCL). In such instances, the saved chat content, along with details like the time and date of the conversation, whether a camera was used, and traffic information, will be sent to NCL’s servers for review.

It’s clear that many people had concerns about the changes in Nintendo Switch 2’s privacy policy, but hopefully these updates will alleviate those worries. Given that Nintendo’s products cater to a broad demographic, it was essential for them to exercise caution when managing moderation of video and audio chats. As pointed out by OatmealDome on Twitter, Nintendo’s approach is quite similar to what is already in place by PlayStation and Xbox. The main distinction lies in the duration users can clip; whereas Nintendo permits clips up to three minutes, Xbox allows just 60 seconds, and PlayStation limits clips to 40 seconds.

Next month, the GameChat feature will debut simultaneously with the launch of Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo itself will introduce a dedicated camera to work with this feature, and a licensed Piranha Plant-themed camera from Hori will also be available. In Japan, there’s a special camera designed for handheld mode play on Switch 2, but its release beyond the region has not been confirmed yet.

Currently, it’s uncertain if Nintendo Switch 2 users will adopt GameChat, despite its aggressive promotion. The potential issue lies in the additional cost of purchasing a compatible camera, along with the system and games. It’s important to mention that this accessory, like other products, experienced a price hike due to U.S. tariffs, which raised its original price from $49.99 to $54.99. This price increase might sway those who were already hesitant about the purchase.

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2025-05-20 22:45