Cyberpunk 2077 to Take 25% of Switch 2 Storage

CD Projekt Red confirms Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition will occupy 64GB of storage on Nintendo Switch 2. While smaller than Xbox/PS5 versions (100-110GB), this represents a substantial 25% of Switch 2's 256GB internal storage.

Storage Challenges Emerge for Switch 2 Owners

Scheduled for June 5 launch alongside Switch 2, Cyberpunk 2077 will be available both as a 64GB physical game card and digital download. Notably, Nintendo confirms this release contains the full game rather than just a download key.

The significant file size raises concerns about Switch 2's limited storage capacity.

Switch 2's 256GB internal storage marks a major upgrade from the original Switch's 32GB. However, early indications suggest next-gen Switch titles will demand considerably more space. For perspective, Tears of the Kingdom (16GB) was among the largest Switch games.

MicroSD Express Becomes Essential Upgrade

Expandable storage emerges as the primary solution. While Switch supported standard microSD cards, Switch 2 exclusively works with pricier microSD Express cards, rendering existing storage media incompatible.

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Our deals team has identified competitive pricing across various capacities (128GB-$199.99), though some options already show limited availability. Nintendo plans first-party branded cards through SanDisk/Samsung partnerships, historically priced higher than third-party alternatives.

For complete Switch 2 coverage, explore our Nintendo Direct recap and preorder guide.

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