Many of you might have noticed that Nintendo has been dispatching emails to inform players about updates to the Nintendo Account User Agreement. While it's likely that not everyone has read through the full document, one crucial element stands out: users are being asked to relinquish their right to participate in class action lawsuits against the gaming giant. Essentially, Nintendo asserts that as long as you’re enjoying their products, you can’t bring a class action suit against them.
This has drawn some comparisons to a contentious situation involving Disney. The company once faced backlash when a couple, who visited a Disneyland park, found themselves unable to sue after the wife suffered a fatal allergic reaction, simply because they had previously agreed to the terms of the Disney+ EULA. Fortunately, that case did not hold up in court.
Nintendo changes its user agreement to prohibit class action lawsuits. Read more on RetroSpot.
In light of these developments, it’s a good reminder to always review agreements closely, as companies may include clauses that can affect your rights as a consumer.