Nintendo recently revealed that Switch2's GameChat feature may record player audio and video content.This feature that allows Switch2 players to share screens and chat voicely will maintain a safe social environment through monitoring.

In the special face-to-face meeting in early April, Nintendo announced that the Switch2 will be released on June 5, with the basic version priced at $449.99, and the same-bundled version of "Mario Kart World" is priced at $499.99.This new console supports 4K HDR output, is equipped with 256GB storage and a 7.9-inch screen, and the screen performance has been improved to 1080p/120 frames, which is significantly improved compared to the original Switch's 720p.As the popularity of the console increases, Nintendo began to explain in detail the operating mechanism of the GameChat function.

According to Nintendo Soup, Nintendo updated its privacy policy statement said it could record GameChat content for Switch2 "to provide a secure environment".Previously, the official stated that this function must be enabled by adding friends to each other and using manual authorization. Players under 15 years old also need parents to unlock permissions in parent control.

GameChat is one of the new features supported by the Nintendo Switch2 relative to its predecessor, supporting up to 12 players will be able to chat while playing the game, share their screens in real time, and see other players using a compatible USB-C camera.Players need to be a member of the Nintendo Switch Online to be able to use GameChat, which will be available for free until March 31, 2026.

The new Privacy Policy terms do not specify whether GameChat sessions will be continuously monitored and recorded.While other similar services have similar security measures, it still concerns players to know that any session may be recorded for any reason.