Here's a clear, concise summary of the key points regarding Nexus Mods' new age verification measures — especially for UK and EU users — based on your original text:
Nexus Mods to Implement Age Verification for UK and EU Users
In response to legal obligations under the UK’s Online Safety Act and the EU’s Digital Services Act, Nexus Mods is rolling out mandatory age verification for most adult content on its platform — for users in the UK and European Union only.
Key Updates:
- Legal Mandate: As a UK-based company, Nexus must ensure minors cannot access adult content and actively remove illegal material. This has prompted the shift.
- No Removal of Adult Content: The company emphasized that adult content is central to Nexus Mods’ identity. Instead of removing it, they’re implementing age checks to stay compliant.
- Who Is Affected?
- UK and EU users: Will need to verify they are over 18 to access the "majority" of adult content.
- Users outside Europe: Will not be subject to age verification.
- Verification Process: The current method (e.g., self-declaration) will remain unchanged — unless new laws in a region require stricter verification.
- Updated Terms of Service: A clearer, legally robust definition of illegal content will be introduced, including how the platform protects children. All users will be notified of these changes.
- Automated Enforcement:
- Illegal or abusive content will be removed instantly.
- Responsible users face permanent bans and will be reported to the National Crime Agency (UK).
- Other Improvements:
- Revised tagging for adult content.
- Enhanced block and mute system.
- Better spam and harmful content detection.
🔍 “We recognize some users may find these changes inconvenient, but we are legally required to take these steps to continue hosting adult content lawfully.” – Nexus Mods
Looking Ahead:
- Final Adult Content Guidelines are pending — more details will follow.
- The changes reflect a broader industry trend toward compliance with regional digital safety laws, even as platforms strive to preserve user freedom and creative expression.
Bonus: Mod Support for Stellar Blade
- Director and producer Kim Hyung Tae has confirmed full support for mods.
- Over 600 mods are already listed on Nexus Mods for the game — including:
- New skins and reshades
- VR enhancements
- Themed content (e.g., "nail polish" mods — some hidden as adult)
- Note: Adult-themed mods are currently hidden from public view but still available via age verification.
This move marks a significant shift in how modding communities handle legal compliance — balancing creative freedom with responsibility, especially in regulated regions.
