Ava Brooks
Apr 25, 2024
Garry's Mod, a popular sandbox game available on Steam, is currently removing all Nintendo content from its Steam Workshop. This action comes in response to a takedown request issued by Nintendo regarding copyrighted material used in mods within the game.
The removal process affects user-generated mods and items that incorporate Nintendo characters, assets, or references. Players who have previously downloaded or subscribed to these Nintendo-themed mods may find them no longer accessible due to the takedown.
This decision by Garry's Mod developers reflects the importance of adhering to copyright laws and respecting intellectual property rights, particularly when using copyrighted material from third-party entities like Nintendo.
There was some doubt as to whether Nintendo or a notorious troll was behind the takedown request, but a message from developer Facepunch Studios on Steam indicates that they at least believe it to be a legitimate request.
According to a statement from the developers: "This is Nintendo's content and what they allow and don't allow is up to them. They don't want you playing with that stuff in Garry's Mod — that's their decision, we have to respect that and take down as much as we can."
The removal of 20 years of Nintendo content from Garry's Mod's Steam Workshop highlights the ongoing challenges and considerations associated with using copyrighted material in user-generated content within the gaming community.
