To Cripple

1. to make someone a cripple; to cause someone to become physically impaired
2. (figuratively) to damage seriously; to destroy
3. to release a product (especially a computer program) with reduced functionality, in some cases, making the item essentially worthless.
4. (informal) slang: to nerf (used in gaming) something which is overpowered .

Synonyms

• (cause physical disability): disable
• (seriously damage): harm
• (release with reduced functionality): limit, restrict