Switch 2 Game Cartridge Works on Original Switch—Gamers Are Shocked!

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Summary

  • Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma’s Switch 2 Edition game card works on original Switch consoles.
  • The 64GB game card automatically loads the correct version based on the system it is inserted into.
  • The Switch 2 Edition includes the Upgrade Pack on the game card, meaning no additional downloads are needed.

It was revealed unexpectedly by Marvelous Games that the special edition game card for “Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma” on Switch 2 can also be played on the original Nintendo Switch system. The “Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma” game card (64GB) is designed to automatically launch the version compatible with the Nintendo console it’s inserted into, whether that’s the standard or upgraded Switch model.

Among the notable aspects of the upcoming Switch 2 is its ability to play games originally designed for the initial Switch, plus it boasts superior Nintendo Switch 2 Edition titles that leverage the new console’s advanced hardware. Some popular games such as Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will receive a complimentary update to boost their performance on the Switch 2, while others may require an upgrade costing between $10 and $20. Nintendo has confirmed that each Switch 2 Edition game will come with both the base game and the Switch 2 enhancement pack on a single 64GB cartridge, eliminating the need for extra downloads beyond any post-launch updates.

Prior to the anticipated release of Nintendo’s new console, the creators of a title for the potential Switch 2 console announced some exciting news for fans. Marvelous Games clarified in a FAQ post that the physical copies of Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma for the Switch 2 Edition will also be compatible with the original Switch systems. Since both Switch and Switch 2 game cards share identical dimensions, Marvelous Games explained that inserting the Guardians of Azuma game card into either console will initiate the appropriate version based on the system. Furthermore, Marvelous confirmed that the Switch 2 Upgrade Pack is already included on the game card, eliminating the need for any additional downloads to play the game at launch. However, it’s important to note that post-launch updates may still be released.

The Switch 2 Edition of Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma Will Work On Original Switch Consoles

  • The Switch 2 game card for Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma will also work on original Switch systems.
  • The 64GB game card will automatically load the correct version depending on which system it’s inserted into.
  • The Switch 2 Edition will also include the Upgrade Pack on the game card itself.
  • Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma launches alongside the Switch 2 on June 5.

In the realm of video games, “Guardians of Azuma” is a new installment in the “Rune Factory” series, where players take on the role of an amnesiac protagonist. This character must step into the shoes of an Earth Dancer and restore the land of Azuma after a calamity known as the Celestial Collapse. In line with the series’ established pattern, “Guardians of Azuma” will include non-player characters that can be romantically pursued by the player throughout gameplay.

Originally scheduled for a May 30th release on Steam and the original Nintendo Switch, the game “Guardians of Azuma” has been slightly delayed until June 5th to coincide with the launch of the Switch 2. The future performance of “Guardians of Azuma” in comparison to previous “Rune Factory” games is yet to be determined.

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2025-04-18 23:46