Brazilian Entity Demands Changes to Nintendo Switch 2 Terms

In May, ProconSP, a consumer watchdog group in Sao Paulo, Brazil, reached out to Nintendo. They sought clarification regarding messages Nintendo had sent to users concerning recent changes to their service rules, especially about the new End User License Agreement (EULA) for the Switch 2. This updated EULA contained unusually strict language. It appeared to grant Nintendo total control over its platform and even stipulated that users’ consoles could be rendered permanently unusable if they did not comply with certain rules. ProconSP immediately deemed several of these rules abusive and demanded an explanation from Nintendo. They were particularly troubled by provisions stating that Nintendo could block or cancel accounts for any reason, or even render their services or devices completely inoperable.

Now, ProconSP has officially ordered Nintendo to amend these rules. They argue that some parts of the agreement are plainly unfair under Brazilian law, as the arbitrary termination of services or subscriptions without just cause violates local consumer protection laws. ProconSP specifically highlighted concerns about Nintendo’s unilateral cancellation of services and the lack of obligation to justify subscription termination. They feel these rules in the new Switch 2 EULA would be unduly unfair to Brazilian consumers who purchase the new handheld. Since Nintendo lacks a physical presence in Brazil, it has retained a local law firm to represent it in this case. Nintendo has 20 days to respond to ProconSP with its answers and to state whether it will change the rules.

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