While Miiverse is certainly popular with a number of Wii U and 3DS owners, it's had some moments of controversy. Many of these relate to the availability and then removal of screenshot functionality, often as a result of Nintendo trying to moderate inappropriate content.
Comic Workshop fell victim to controversy on this score, with screenshot sharing disabled around a day after release. We cited this as a disappointment in our review, in which we awarded 8/10 having been impressed by the app. The loss of such an immediate option to share work was a blow, and fans of the app were certainly disappointed.
The pleasing news, though, is that screenshot sharing is coming back to this game's Miiverse community soon. Publisher Collavier Corporation has been in touch with Nintendo Life to confirm that an update will go live on 14th May to bring screenshot sharing back to Miiverse for the app - this applies to both North America and Europe.
That's certainly good news for fans, though does raise the question of what's changed to make this possible; after all, the issue that prompted the initial removal of screenshots was one of inappropriate images being shared. Possible solutions are that the app will auto-submit to an online service for moderation before posting to Miiverse, or there's simply been an agreement between Nintendo and Collavier to monitor the Miiverse board closely. We've followed up with Collavier to clarify these details.
All of that aside, Miiverse screenshot sharing is coming back to Comic Workshop on 14th May, which is pleasing news for those keen to show off their work.
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I can understand Ninteno's stance on not allowing questionable material popping up on miiverse, but, how often does it really happen.
This kind of worries me when Mario Maker gets released. What will happen if people make and share stages where blocks spell out swear words or in the shape of male bits.
I've heard people saying that the reason Pokémon games don't have a screenshot feature was to prohibit people from posting inappropriate content on Miiverse. Like nicknames and such. But firstly, if that's case, why do they now allow this app, which can potentially post inappropriate pictures?
And secondly, there's a freaking report button on Miiverse. It's there for a reason. Same goes for the voice chat in Splatoon, and the removal of Swapnote. Parental controls can lock down a hell lot of things, if the parents desire so. I don't understand why Nintendo feels the need to be so strict do the parents' job.
@Yoshinatsu Read this http://kotaku.com/child-predators-were-using-nintendos-swapnote-service-1459304126
That explains why the online feature for swapnote got closed down.
Comic Workshop got a sequel in Japan. When will that arrive? Or will this update be the sequel, for free?
@dizzy_boy ...so? This is ridiculous. It's not an excuse. This is still the parents' responsibility. Parental controls can easily lock down all internet capabilities. This same thing could have happened through any online social medium, including all the websites accessible through the 3DS' and Wii U's web browsers. Things like hardcore porn, gore, and interaction with shady, perverted people are just a Google search away. Give me a break.
I get it that Nintendo didn't want to be involved in any of that, because they probably believe that would hurt their "100% kid-friendly" image. But still... they've screwed their mature audience so many times I've lost count by now.
Just stick an age filter in that is tied into your NNID instead of restricting the service for everyone. Honestly, I am getting tired of being in Nintendo's Children's Club. I hate to say it but Nintendo is losing me as a fan.
@Yoshinatsu I agree with your point, but where swapnote is concerned, Nintendo as a business can't be seen as an enabler for some perv to send and recieve child porn. Unfortunately, due to one selfish disgusting person, the rest of have to suffer.
Just a thought, would you continue providing a service knowing that some scumbag was abusing it as a way to get pictures of children.
@dizzy_boy Very, very often.
Nice... but why isn't this title on Wii U? I'd buy it instantly!
@ikki5 Just don't use miiverse. I hardly ever use it despite the fact that its a good service, don't want to say something wrong and get accdental ban.
#MIILIVESMATTER
The moderation on Miiverse is way too heavy-handed. The perma-bans should expire after a month unless someone is posting pr0n or something obscene.
The place is full of people who make report-bombing a sport, and the moderation should be relaxed.
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