Is it that bad? Nintendo's recent lawsuit against the Yuzu Switch emulator sent shockwaves through the emulator community. Although the lawsuit actually closed only Yuzu, its consequences go far beyond the scope of one project. Discuss© Ferra.ru/Kandinsky 3
After the trial seven emulator projects have been abandoned as developers fear legal repercussions. Many remaining developers are extremely cautious, avoiding any actions that might attract Nintendo's attention. The main problem is financial inequality. Most emulator developers do not have the means to fight a legal battle with a giant like Nintendo. This fear forces them to comply even without a court order.
Some emulator developers are changing their approach – projects get rid of features that could be misinterpreted as “facilitating piracy.” In addition, the projects emphasize their non-profit nature and distance themselves from any financial gain.
Despite all these efforts, the future remains unclear. Nintendo's lawsuit casts a long shadow that could lead to further project cancellations.