Nintendo Apologizes Over Absence of Same Sex Relationships in Tomodachi Life

Nintendo has issued an apology on the official website over the absence of same-sex marriages in its 3DS Mii-sim title, Tomodachi Life.

We apologize for disappointing many people by failing to include same-sex relationships in Tomodachi Life. Unfortunately, it is not possible for us to change this game’s design, and such a significant development change can’t be accomplished with a post-ship patch. At Nintendo, dedication has always meant going beyond the games to promote a sense of community, and to share a spirit of fun and joy. We are committed to advancing our longtime company values of fun and entertainment for everyone. We pledge that if we create a next installment in the Tomodachi series, we will strive to design a game-play experience from the ground up that is more inclusive, and better represents all players.

Take a look at the Tomodachi Life Weird Dreams video here.

What is your take on the absence of same sex relationships in this game? Let us know below.

Source: Nintendo Life

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