A Rare Precedent: Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo Make a Joint Statement
The companies noted that they are working together on issues of player safety and responsible use of games, especially when it comes to children.
The statement notes that games should remain safe entertainment for everyone. Therefore, platform holders emphasize the development of parental controls, clear community rules, and simple complaint systems. Security features, they say, should be easily accessible and understandable not only to players, but also to parents.
Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo also announced joint work with publishers, regulators, industry organizations, and law enforcement agencies. Cooperation with age rating systems such as ESRB and PEGI is separately emphasized so that users clearly understand the target audience of the game.
The companies take responsibility for compliance with the rules on their platforms: they undertake to respond to violations, block inappropriate content, apply sanctions to violators, and interact with law enforcement agencies in the event of real threats. Emphasis is also placed on transparency — players should know the rules and consequences of their violation.
The manufacturers highlighted three key areas: prevention, cooperation, and responsibility. The common position shows that, despite all the competition for the market, Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo are ready to play on the same team when it comes to community safety.
