The game in question, named “Need for Spirit: Drink & Drive Simulator,” is marketed as a “tongue-in-cheek racer.” Interestingly, it initially received a PEGI 3 age rating on the Nintendo Switch, implying it was suitable for all ages. However, the game’s subject matter makes it evident that such a rating doesn’t align with its content.
A “Parody” Gone Awry
Although the game’s description explicitly states that it is “a parody that absolutely does not encourage drunk driving in real life,” it’s clear that the game’s theme isn’t suitable for young audiences. On other platforms, like the Epic Games Store, it holds a PEGI 16 rating for “use of alcohol/tobacco.”
The game had previously been available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store since late 2018. Its debut on the Nintendo Switch eShop on October 15 was met with confusion and concern due to the PEGI 3 rating. As a result, the game has been promptly removed from the store.
