Nintendo has implemented a lock that prevents video recording in the Nintendo Today app. Launched in March for Android and iOS, the app features trailers and exclusive content. Users noticed the change when trying to capture videos available on the platform. The images disappear from the screen, leaving only the audio and interface.
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The restriction on Nintendo Today directly affects how content is shared outside the company's official environment. The measure aims to maintain control over the distribution of previously unreleased materials, such as game trailers and behind-the-scenes footage.
Nintendo Today recordings only generate a black screen in in-app videos
According to user reports on forums like Reddit, attempts to record trailers result in videos with a black screen. While the sound and graphics remain visible, the main content disappears. The issue occurs even with third-party apps used for screenshots or internal recordings.
The blocking, however, isn't uniform across devices. In comparative tests, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra failed to record the content, while the Poco F5 Pro managed to capture the video unaltered. This variation suggests that the protection system depends on each device's DRM (digital rights manager).
Experts confirm protection even on updated cell phones
VGC tested the app's recording on a Google Pixel 8 with the latest operating system and app. The results were identical to those reported earlier: a black screen at the beginning of the video and a complete lack of gameplay.
Furthermore, the protection kicks in as soon as the content begins, reinforcing Nintendo's control over how the material is displayed. Only screenshots still work normally in the app. Users can still access photo galleries and share images without restrictions.
Alternative tools already work around the limitation
Despite these measures, independent developers are already looking for ways to bypass the Nintendo Today ban. A programmer known as Oatmeal Dome has created a tool that extracts videos directly from Nintendo's servers. The solution allows access to the content without having to open the app.
So far, Nintendo has not officially commented on the changes. However, the decision follows the company's tendency to protect its releases and limit the reach of materials outside of its official channels.
