Dispatch Update Offers Player Choice on Nintendo Censorship
Dispatch receives an update allowing players to toggle visual censorship elements, addressing Nintendo's requirements while some audio remains restricted.
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Dispatch tackles Nintendo's Switch censorship requirements with a brilliantly named HR Violations update and an oozing jam donut where the dong should be
AdHoc has released an 'HR Violations Pack' update for its game Dispatch on Nintendo Switch, addressing Nintendo's censorship requirements. Players can now choose to enable or disable various visual elements, though some audio censorship remains. The game, which has sold over 1 million copies, will also receive these options on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox.
Dispatch on Nintendo Switch 2 gets censorship toned down but it’s still there
The game Dispatch has received an update that tones down its censorship on the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. While the community initially reacted negatively to the heavy censorship upon release, the new update addresses some of these concerns, though certain aspects remain censored.
Dispatch just got a Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch update to reduce censorship
AdHoc Studio has released a "HR Violations" update for Dispatch on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, addressing player concerns about censorship. While some content like genitalia remains censored due to Nintendo's requirements, the update tones down other restrictions and adds new visual filters for customization across multiple platforms, including PC and PlayStation 5.
Dispatch Coming to Xbox Play Anywhere: Find Out More About This Unique, Beloved Adventure
Developer AdHoc released a censored version of the adventure game Dispatch for PlayStation 5 in Japan due to CERO rating guidelines, while an uncensored version was available globally. For the Nintendo Switch versions, only the censored Japanese version was released. This decision has led to backlash, with AdHoc now stating they are working with Nintendo to address the issue, potentially leading to an uncensored version for international markets.
Don't worry, Dispatch isn't going to be censored on Xbox
AdHoc has confirmed that its game Dispatch will not be censored on Xbox Series X/S, PC, or Xbox Cloud, unlike its Nintendo Switch version. The Xbox version will be identical to the original PC and PlayStation releases. The studio is also considering a second season for the successful title.
