2.5 Admins 2.5 Admins 252: Nintendon’t Back Up
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Jun 19, 2025 Nintendo's recent crackdown on Switch users runs deep, with bans for those daring to back up their games. The conversation shifts to Microsoft, revealing a shocking zero-click vulnerability in their AI software, raising serious security concerns. Tips are shared on preventing NAS hard drive wear and tear by avoiding frequent spin-downs. Finally, insights into securing self-hosted applications highlight the importance of restricted access and sandboxing. Tune in for a blend of gaming controversy and tech-savvy advice!
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Nintendo Bans for Backups Anecdote
- Nintendo bans Switch 2 consoles from online play if they detect backups, even personal ones.
- They used certificates in games to detect simultaneous usage and revoke online access, essentially bricking online features.
Nintendo's Misleading Backup Claims
- Nintendo's IP Q&A claimed backing up video games isn't covered by copyright law.
- This is misinformation as video games include software and media, making their claim legally dubious.
Online Ban Equals Functional Brick
- Being banned from online services effectively bricks a Switch 2 by blocking firmware and game updates.
- This means backups lead to losing ongoing functionality, not just online play.
