Linus Tech Tips Discussion

 Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox put out a joint statement on player safety   Summary Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox all release a joint statement regarding player safety detailing ways for parents to protect their children and how the companies partner with ratings companies, law enforcement, special interest groups, and others on such efforts.   Quotes Quote [Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox have] partnered behind the scenes on [player safety] efforts because we can accomplish more when we work toward the same goal. As we continue to invest in, adapt, and amplify our approaches to player safety, we have also evolved our shared principles to ensure they represent our constant efforts to keep our communities safe. Our latest shared principles reflect new innovations in player safety that have evolved with technological advancements, and new ways in which we collaborate through key industry initiatives and with trade associations.   My thoughts This is very unusual to see all three console giants put out a joint announcement like this. I'm not sure what prompted this and there's not much said here that's particularly actionable from a consumer perspective, but I feel like something must have happened for this statement to be put out.   Sources Nintendo's copy: https://www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/an-update-to-our-shared-commitment-to-safer-gaming/ PlayStation's copy: https://sonyinteractive.com/en/news/blog/an-update-to-our-shared-commitment-to-safer-gaming/ Xbox's copy: https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2026/01/14/online-safety-principles-xbox-nintendo-sony/