Overview

• The Nintendo Switch 2 will support only three game formats: digital downloads, 64 GB physical cartridges, and Game-Key Cards, according to leaked internal documents.
• Game-Key Cards, which require downloads to play, are expected to dominate the launch lineup due to their lower production costs compared to larger physical cartridges.
• At least three confirmed launch titles, including Yakuza 0 and Street Fighter 6, will use Game-Key Cards, while first-party games will rely on physical cartridges.
• The console’s limited 256 GB internal storage and reliance on external microSD Express cards for expansion raise concerns about game preservation and accessibility.
• Nintendo has not officially addressed the format restrictions, fueling debate over ownership, pricing, and the future of physical game media.