Nintendo says it can’t change game to include same-sex marriages
Some of the video game company’s fans are upset that the game ‘Tomadachi Life’ doesn’t allow for gay couples. Nintendo is sorry, but can’t fix it.
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.
Several first-person role play video games already allow for same-sex marriage, including “The Sims,” “The Elder Scrolls” and “Fable.” Gay rights group GLAAD issued the following statement regarding the Nintendo news:
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