Cyberpunk 2077 Achieves Strong Physical Sales on Nintendo Switch 2: CD Projekt Red Reports

Cyberpunk 2077, the acclaimed open-world RPG from Polish studio CD Projekt Red, made a noteworthy entrance on the Nintendo Switch 2 with a strong showing in physical sales.

As detailed in CD Projekt Red’s most recent financial report, the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Cyberpunk 2077 has shown that boxed releases remain highly relevant, even as much of the gaming industry pivots toward digital distribution. According to official figures published by CD Projekt Red, a substantial 75.4% of Cyberpunk 2077’s Nintendo Switch 2 sales during the month of June came in the form of physical retail copies.

Digital sales comprised the remaining 24.6%.

This performance was highlighted in the company’s latest financial disclosures, where they provided a close look at platform-specific trends. The prevalence of Cyberpunk 2077’s physical launch on Nintendo Switch 2 stands in contrast to broader industry trends, which in recent years have seen a marked shift toward digital downloads via avenues like the Nintendo eShop.

Despite the growth of digital game sales, CD Projekt Red’s data underscores that boxed editions retain significant appeal, especially among collectors and players who value tangible game ownership. One notable factor in Cyberpunk 2077’s success was the availability of a true physical copy at launch on Nintendo Switch 2, rather than a game-key card.

Standard game-key cards, which require users to download all game data even when purchasing a physical edition, have come under criticism from collectors for not including the full title on the cartridge itself.

CD Projekt Red’s approach for Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition addressed these concerns by providing a genuine, content-complete physical release. The commercial performance of Cyberpunk 2077 on Nintendo Switch 2 reaffirms that, despite the steadily increasing dominance of digital sales platforms like the Nintendo eShop, there is still robust demand for physical video game media.

As the landscape continues to evolve, the launch results of Cyberpunk 2077 offer a case study in the enduring significance of boxed games among dedicated console players. Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition is available now on Nintendo Switch 2, offering players the complete experience in both physical and digital formats.

For continued coverage and more news on releases and trends within the Nintendo ecosystem, stay tuned to our dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 updates.

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