Nintendo Issues Joy-Con Safety Warning Ahead of Switch Sports Release

When Wii Sport Released on the Wii in 2006, it made headlines around the world, getting people off the couch. The same game was notorious for destroying several TVs in its time, and while we’d love to get away from that, there seems to be a real chance it will happen again with an upcoming release. nintendo Switch Sport, should come out this week.

With all of this in mind, Nintendo has released a timely reminder to be careful when playing the newest installment in the series. The company’s Japanese social media accounts shared some warnings about being aware of the space around you and your TV.

Here’s a rough Google translation that reminds adults to watch where they swing, watch kids when they’re playing a game, and make sure no one hits the Joy-Con TV. Nintendo also wants to make sure you use a wrist strap to keep the Joy-Con from flying off.

“[For parents] For safety reasons, please accompany your child when playing Nintendo Switch Sports. Please be careful not to hit the children playing with each other or hit the Joy-Con on the TV.”

“Also, while playing Nintendo Switch Sports, attach the strap to the Joy-Con and lock it in place, then tighten the stopper to prevent the strap from coming off your wrist and squeeze it firmly.”

Will you exercise some caution, or at least wear a wrist strap, when you play Nintendo Switch Sports later this week? Tell us below.