The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to introduce game cartridges with a maximum capacity of 64GB, as confirmed by a community manager from CD Projekt Red. This revelation comes alongside the announcement of the game’s initial lineup, which features various first-party titles.
Game Sizes and Capacity
Among the first-party games anticipated for the Switch 2, Mario Kart World has a file size of 23.4GB, and Donkey Kong Bananza is notably smaller at only 10GB. Conversely, the highly acclaimed RPG, Cyberpunk 2077, is projected to fill the cartridge to its maximum capacity of 64GB.
Confirmation of Cartridge Size
The statement from the CD Projekt Red representative indicates that the 64GB cartridge will indeed contain the entire game. The direct quote emphasized their choice of the highest capacity available:
“Yes, we specifically went for the highest capacity, so 64 gigs.”
Future Implications
With the first-party titles appearing to fit comfortably within the cartridge’s capacity, this raises questions about the implications for future AAA titles. Although the fact that a game already several years old is utilizing the full cartridge raises concerns, it also highlights the efficiency of current game size management.
Feedback from the community regarding the Switch 2’s cartridge sizes is encouraged, as the gaming industry anticipates the impact these specifications may have on future releases and their overall performance.