In a surprising announcement that has sent waves through the gaming community, Nintendo revealed during their Switch 2 press conference on April 2 that CD Projekt Red’s futuristic RPG “Cyberpunk 2077” will be making its way to the next-generation Nintendo console.
Night City Goes Portable
This marks a significant technical achievement, as Cyberpunk 2077 was previously considered too demanding for Nintendo’s hardware. Originally released on PC and other consoles on December 10, 2020, the game has since undergone numerous updates and improvements that have transformed it from its troubled launch into the critically acclaimed experience it is today.
What to Expect
Cyberpunk 2077 offers players a vast open-world experience in the dystopian Night City, where they take on the role of a mercenary navigating a complex web of corporate intrigue, street gangs, and futuristic technology. The game features:
- An immersive open-world action-adventure RPG experience
- Deep character customization and progression systems
- Multiple approaches to missions and combat
- A branching narrative where player choices impact the story
- Full support for Chinese Simplified subtitles and audio
The game’s core premise remains intact for the Switch 2 version: “Accept quests, accumulate reputation, unlock upgrades, and customize your character and playstyle. The relationships and choices you make will change the course of the story and the world around you.
Technical Considerations
While details about performance and technical specifications for the Switch 2 version remain limited, this announcement suggests that Nintendo’s next console will significantly boost processing power over its predecessor. How the game will be optimized for the portable console and what compromises might be made remain to be seen.
This port represents one of the most ambitious third-party titles announced for Nintendo’s upcoming hardware, potentially signaling a shift in the types of games that will be available on the platform.
