Taking notes from Steam, Nintendo lets you hide any Switch virtual game cards you don’t want your friends to see, so of course it’s already being used to hide hentai games

Have you ever felt overwhelmingly embarrassed about a game in your library? No? Well, Nintendo believes some of you should be. The company is adopting a feature inspired by Steam: the option to conceal digital games.

With the impending Switch 2 release, Nintendo introduced new virtual game cards that can be transferred between consoles and lent to friends for a two-week period.

A Twitter user showcased the functionality, which allows for an option that states “this virtual game card will be concealed from the list.”

“Very essential feature,” remarked the Twitter user.

Not surprisingly, the concealed virtual game card in question is Hentai Girls – currently on sale for an astounding 90% discount, now priced at just $2, down from $20.

It’s crucial to understand that games concealed in this manner can still be accessed on the console – how else would you be able to play them? Just click on the option reading “Can’t Find Software” beneath the complete list of virtual game cards on your Switch, and you should be able to view your hidden games.

Setting aside Hentai, this concealment feature may prove most beneficial for those looking to shield their virtual game cards from friends who wish to borrow them. It resembles Steam’s own option that allows users to make a game private. This feature conceals your ownership of a game, how long you’ve played it, whether you’re currently engaged, and any activity like earning achievements.

The Switch 2 also features a new game-sharing capability enabling multiple players on the same local wireless network to enjoy one game, and it’s forthcoming to the original Switch as well. Notably, the shared game must be initiated on a Switch 2, for some unclear reason.

While you’re here, take a look at all the forthcoming Switch 2 games.

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