Nintendo issues DMCA takedowns removing 144 Switch modchip firmware repositories

Nintendo has issued a DMCA takedown notice targeting open-source firmware used for hardware modchips on the Nintendo Switch. GitHub removed a network of 144 repositories, including the parent repository, which hosted firmware for modchips like SX Core, SX Lite, Picofly, and HWFLY. According to Nintendo's request, the affected repositories provided access to firmware that circumvents the console's technological protection measures to run unauthorized game copies. While these modchips can also enable homebrew, custom themes, and emulation, Nintendo focused its legal action on their capability to bypass digital rights management and access pirated software.