A recent update to the Nintendo Today mobile app is drawing backlash from the community, as users have discovered they can no longer capture or record promotional videos shared through the platform. The change appears to be a quiet implementation of digital rights management (DRM), aimed at restricting the sharing of official materials on external sites.
This update comes at a critical time, just days ahead of the Nintendo Switch 2 launch on June 5, a highly anticipated event for fans worldwide. Nintendo has been using the app to distribute exclusive content, including game trailers and promotional materials for the new console. Many users were hoping to archive this content, but the new restriction now makes that nearly impossible.
The issue was first reported by Reddit user Cube_play_8, and later picked up by outlets like Nintendo Life. According to multiple tests across different phone models, attempts to record the app’s video content now only produce a black screen.
While this might be a strategic move to protect proprietary content, the decision has sparked frustration among fans. Some have even resorted to physically filming their phone screens in order to archive the promotional videos — a less-than-ideal workaround that highlights growing concerns about content preservation in the digital age.
Originally unveiled during the March 2025 Nintendo Direct by Shigeru Miyamoto, the Nintendo Today app was praised for offering exclusive insights and personalized news about Nintendo games, especially focused on the Switch 2. The app allows users to follow specific franchises and receive tailored updates — making it a valuable tool for dedicated fans.
Despite mostly positive feedback since its launch, this latest update has cast a shadow over the app’s reputation. Fans who value game preservation and digital archiving see the restriction as a step backward, especially during such a pivotal time in Nintendo’s hardware history.
Nintendo has yet to officially comment on the DRM-like restriction or clarify whether this is a permanent change. For now, users hoping to preserve Switch 2 era content will need to get creative — or hope for a future update that restores access to video recording.