Ubisoft’s highly anticipated Assassin’s Creed Shadows is set to make its debut on the Nintendo Switch 2, with a global launch scheduled for December 2, 2024.
As excitement mounts for the series’ first mainline release on Nintendo’s next-generation hybrid hardware, new details have emerged regarding the game’s substantial storage requirements—a critical consideration for fans planning their Switch 2 game library. According to the latest update on the Assassin’s Creed Shadows official Nintendo eShop listing, players will need to allocate a significant 62.8 GB of storage space for the upcoming title.
This makes Assassin’s Creed Shadows one of the largest games available on a Nintendo platform to date.
While the expansive open-world adventure is expected to warrant such a hefty file size, prospective buyers should be mindful of their console’s storage capabilities, especially if they anticipate installing other large-scale titles. To put the file size into perspective, Shadows surpasses recent heavyweights like Cyberpunk 2077 (60.6 GB), Madden NFL 26 (57.1 GB), and Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut (45.3 GB).
However, it still comes in under Split Fiction (69.2 GB) and the upcoming Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, which is currently listed at between 90 and 95 GB.
These figures highlight an emerging trend among AAA releases for robust file sizes, making additional storage—such as a high-capacity Micro SD Express card—an increasingly practical investment for long-term Switch 2 users. In addition to its sizeable footprint, Assassin’s Creed Shadows will launch with several notable features aimed at maximizing the Switch 2 experience.
Ubisoft confirmed via the eShop listing that the game will support cross-progression saves, allowing players to seamlessly transfer their progress across different platforms.
Touchscreen support is also included, further leveraging the new hardware’s capabilities.
Ubisoft has confirmed that all title updates released at launch will be available for the Switch 2 version, keeping it on par with other platforms. However, fans hoping to dive into the Claws of Awaji expansion will need to be patient: Ubisoft has stated that this major content update will not arrive until 2026, well after the base game’s release. With Assassin’s Creed Shadows set to deliver one of the most immersive open-world experiences ever seen on a Nintendo device, Switch 2 owners should plan ahead to ensure ample storage as the December 2 release date approaches.
For those looking to explore feudal Japan through the series’ signature blend of stealth, combat, and historical narrative, the Switch 2 version promises a fully featured—and substantial—Assassin’s Creed experience.
As excitement mounts for the series’ first mainline release on Nintendo’s next-generation hybrid hardware, new details have emerged regarding the game’s substantial storage requirements—a critical consideration for fans planning their Switch 2 game library. According to the latest update on the Assassin’s Creed Shadows official Nintendo eShop listing, players will need to allocate a significant 62.8 GB of storage space for the upcoming title.
This makes Assassin’s Creed Shadows one of the largest games available on a Nintendo platform to date.
While the expansive open-world adventure is expected to warrant such a hefty file size, prospective buyers should be mindful of their console’s storage capabilities, especially if they anticipate installing other large-scale titles. To put the file size into perspective, Shadows surpasses recent heavyweights like Cyberpunk 2077 (60.6 GB), Madden NFL 26 (57.1 GB), and Yakuza 0: Director’s Cut (45.3 GB).
However, it still comes in under Split Fiction (69.2 GB) and the upcoming Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, which is currently listed at between 90 and 95 GB.
These figures highlight an emerging trend among AAA releases for robust file sizes, making additional storage—such as a high-capacity Micro SD Express card—an increasingly practical investment for long-term Switch 2 users. In addition to its sizeable footprint, Assassin’s Creed Shadows will launch with several notable features aimed at maximizing the Switch 2 experience.
Ubisoft confirmed via the eShop listing that the game will support cross-progression saves, allowing players to seamlessly transfer their progress across different platforms.
Touchscreen support is also included, further leveraging the new hardware’s capabilities.
Ubisoft has confirmed that all title updates released at launch will be available for the Switch 2 version, keeping it on par with other platforms. However, fans hoping to dive into the Claws of Awaji expansion will need to be patient: Ubisoft has stated that this major content update will not arrive until 2026, well after the base game’s release. With Assassin’s Creed Shadows set to deliver one of the most immersive open-world experiences ever seen on a Nintendo device, Switch 2 owners should plan ahead to ensure ample storage as the December 2 release date approaches.
For those looking to explore feudal Japan through the series’ signature blend of stealth, combat, and historical narrative, the Switch 2 version promises a fully featured—and substantial—Assassin’s Creed experience.
