Cyberpunk 2077 Will Take Up 25% of Switch 2 Internal Storage, It's a 64GB Install

CD Projekt Red has officially announced that Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition will take up 64GB on the Nintendo Switch 2. That's a lighter footprint than its 100-110GB counterparts on Xbox and PS5, but on the Switch 2, 64GB is a significant chunk, accounting for 25% of the console's 256GB internal storage.

Set to launch alongside the Switch 2 on June 5, Cyberpunk 2077 will be available in two formats: a physical 64GB game card or a digital download via the Nintendo eShop. Notably, unlike some new Switch 2 titles, Cyberpunk 2077's physical game card will contain the full game, not just a download key.

This raises a pertinent question: how quickly will the Switch 2's internal storage reach capacity? The Switch 2 boasts a substantial upgrade from the original Switch's 32GB, but with larger game sizes on the horizon, storage concerns loom large. For instance, Cyberpunk 2077 dwarfs the 16GB Tears of the Kingdom from the original Switch, and other upcoming titles like Mario Kart World are expected to be similarly demanding.

The solution seems clear: expandable storage. While the original Switch supported standard microSD, microSDHC, and microSDXC cards, the Switch 2 requires the newer microSD Express format. This change means that existing microSD cards won't work, and you'll need to purchase new, more expensive microSD Express cards.

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Nintendo is collaborating with SanDisk and Samsung to offer branded cards, which are typically pricier than third-party alternatives. With the Switch 2 driving demand, it's possible more manufacturers will enter the microSD Express market, potentially affecting prices.

For more information on the Switch 2, check out the latest updates from the Nintendo Direct and our comprehensive guide on how to secure your preorder on April 9.