Nintendo Removes 144 Repositories for Switch Modchip Firmware

Nintendo has launched a major legal effort to stop the spread of Switch modification tools. The company recently filed a DMCA takedown request that forced GitHub to disable 144 different repositories. These repositories were hosting firmware for popular modchips like Picofly, HWFLY, and SX Core.

This move shows that Nintendo is still very serious about blocking unauthorized console modifications. By targeting the firmware directly, they hope to make it much harder for users to bypass system protections. This is a significant setback for the scene that relies on these files for custom modifications.

The takedown notice, submitted on November 6, specifically pointed toward the Ansem SoD and Picofly repositories. GitHub complied quickly with the request, effectively removing a large portion of the files used to run these chips. For fans of the Switch, this serves as a reminder of how strictly Nintendo monitors software that interferes with their hardware security.

It is unclear if this will be the end of the situation, but Nintendo has proven they will continue to track down these projects wherever they appear. We will keep an eye out for any further developments regarding console security and the modding community.