CD Projekt Red Details Challenge Of Porting Cyberpunk 2077 From x86 To Switch 2

Launch day for the Nintendo Switch 2 is drawing near, with an initial lineup that's light on Nintendo-made games. As such, fans who are lucky enough to secure the new console on day one will likely be exploring what’s being offered from third-party studios. One of the more intriguing titles coming will be Cyberpunk 2077. It’s making the leap from x86 based PCs and consoles to the ARM powered Switch 2, and CD Projekt Red shared insights into the process of creating the bespoke version with IGN.

The porting process went smoother than the company had anticipated. Its VP of Technology, Charles Tembray, says that “we really thought it was going to be more of a challenge.” It’s a good sign that the developers didn’t feel it was a big struggle to get a game as big as Cyberpunk 2077 running on the Switch 2 ...