CD Projekt Red revealed Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition occupies 64GB on Nintendo Switch 2, significantly smaller than the 100-110GB required for Xbox and PlayStation 5 versions. Still, the installation consumes a substantial 25% of the console's 256GB built-in storage.
Scheduled for release alongside Switch 2 on June 5, Cyberpunk 2077 will be sold both as a 64GB physical game card and a digital download via Nintendo eShop.
Following Nintendo's recent confirmation that some Switch 2 game cards may contain download codes rather than full games, the company clarified Cyberpunk 2077 will ship as a complete physical edition.
This storage requirement raises concerns: how long will Switch 2's internal capacity remain adequate?
The Switch 2's 256GB internal storage marks a considerable improvement over its predecessor's 32GB. However, emerging trends indicate next-generation Switch titles will demand significantly more space.
The 64GB Cyberpunk 2077 dwarfs flagship Switch titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (16GB). Upcoming releases including the premium-priced Mario Kart World will likely push storage needs even further.
Expandable storage presents the clearest solution. While PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles support various storage options, and original Switch accommodated standard microSD cards, Switch 2 exclusively uses microSD Express. This means existing cards won't function, requiring investment in new, higher-priced memory solutions.
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Nintendo plans co-branded storage solutions with SanDisk and Samsung, though previous collaborations suggest these will carry premium pricing. While Switch 2's launch may attract additional manufacturers to the microSD Express market, price reductions aren't guaranteed.
For comprehensive Switch 2 coverage, review our Nintendo Direct breakdown and complete preorder guide detailing how to secure your console starting April 9.
