Nintendo Switch 2 Cartridges May Be Changing

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In the future, it’s possible that the Nintendo Switch 2 might include game cartridges with various storage capacities. Currently, developers of the Switch 2 are only able to choose from a single storage size option (64GB) for their physical game releases.

It might not be immediately apparent, but the fact that Switch 2 comes with a sole storage option of 64 GB has significantly impacted the choices of multiple developers. Given that many games developed for this platform require less storage space than what is provided, studios have been compelled to distribute game-key cards as a cost-saving measure instead of preinstalling the games. These game-key cards don’t contain any actual game data; they merely grant permission to download the game digitally. This has sparked controversy among some Nintendo enthusiasts even before the console’s debut.

Switch 2 Cards May Get More Storage Options, Reducing the Need for Game-Key Cards

According to reports from UAnalyze (as shared by Twitter user SuperMetalDave64), Macronix, a Taiwanese firm known for working with Nintendo, has announced they’re planning to offer more storage options for their ROM products, which are primarily used in Nintendo Switch game cartridges. In the future, they will utilize in-house MLC NAND and outsourced 3D NAND components to accommodate different capacity needs for these cards. This could suggest that additional storage capacities might be available for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 game cards.

I’m thrilled about this recent development in the gaming world, particularly concerning the Nintendo game-key card row. It seems more and more game studios are choosing Nintendo’s game-key cards due to the limited smaller storage options for Switch 2 cartridges. The prospect of better storage solutions down the line is exciting, and it could potentially lead to a shift where developers place more game data on the cartridge, rather than just providing a key for the game. To top it off, the growing negative sentiment among fans towards game-key cards increases the likelihood of such a change happening.

Despite the majority of Switch 2’s advancements being generally well-liked, the introduction of game cartridges hasn’t met with the same level of approval. Fortunately for fans, Nintendo is taking notice and actively addressing this issue. Specifically, they are conducting surveys in various regions such as Japan and the Western world to gather feedback from Switch 2 players regarding game card formats.

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2025-08-05 07:05