Japanese Nintendo Switch Players to Access Jet Force Gemini and GoldenEye 007 via Special Console-Specific App on November 30
In a recent revelation, Rare’s Jet Force Gemini is set to join the N64 Nintendo Switch Online service, bringing nostalgic joy to fans. However, a unique twist awaits Japanese audiences, as Nintendo announces the launch of an exclusive 18+ variant of the console-specific app, offering a distinct gaming experience.
The specially curated N64 NSO app for adults in Japan is scheduled to debut on November 30, featuring not only Jet Force Gemini but also the iconic GoldenEye 007. This move follows the Western release of GoldenEye earlier this year, signifying a carefully tailored approach to regional content.
The question arises: why the introduction of an adult-specific app? Both Rare titles, Jet Force Gemini and GoldenEye 007, hold a ‘Z’ rating in Japan, necessitating separate displays and an age verification of 18+ for purchase. Placing these games behind a designated app ensures strict adherence to legal age requirements, preventing access by individuals below the specified age threshold. This strategic decision sheds light on the delayed launch of GoldenEye in Japan compared to its Western counterpart.
While the 18+ N64 NSO app is poised for a November 30 debut in Japan, Western NSO subscribers eager to dive into the world of Jet Force Gemini may need to exercise a bit of patience. The release date for the game in Western markets is currently unspecified, with a vague indication of “December.”
As the gaming community anticipates the arrival of these classics on the N64 Nintendo Switch Online service, Japanese players can look forward to a unique and exclusive gaming experience with the introduction of the 18+ app, ensuring a tailored approach to regional content regulations. Players can only hope that the other precious few M-Rated Nintendo 64 titles, such as another Rare classic, Conker’s Bad Fur Day, will be included in the long run.