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AdHoc Rules Out Uncensored Physical Switch Release, Pursues Patch After Censored Launch

Nintendo says it enforces ratings requirements, not editorial changes to partner games.

Overview

  • The Switch and Switch 2 builds ship with enforced black boxes over nudity and reduced sexual audio, unlike the optional toggle on PS5 and PC.
  • AdHoc apologized for burying the eShop disclaimer, corrected the Americas store listing, and added a pre-purchase warning, with other regions under review.
  • The studio says a restoration update is in the works with Nintendo but will take weeks due to the console submission process.
  • AdHoc told GoNintendo there is no possibility of an uncensored physical Switch release and said it cannot legally discuss why separate regional SKUs were not used.
  • Some customers report obtaining Nintendo refunds after citing undisclosed censorship, even as Dispatch continues to post strong sales.