Then they can go after the “communists”

I bet they will do this. I remember they did this with Twilight Princess as well.

This is one of those rare cases where Nintendo could fix your console for free or give you a replacement. You should contact customer service, they’re usually very friendly and helpful. Good luck 🙂

The perception of saltiness in food and water can vary due to how it interacts with other flavors. Salty foods often have a balance of salt that enhances the overall taste experience. Conversely, salty water can taste unpleasant because the salt can overpower your water’s flavor by itself, making it less enjoyable. Unless you mean sea water though, that has a lot more stuff in it.