Review Update: Cyberpunk 2077 on Nintendo Switch 2

Alright, let’s dive right in. Imagine this: I pick up the Switch 2 and, surprise surprise, Cyberpunk 2077 is running on it. Honestly, never thought I’d see the day. I spent a few days getting lost in Night City, and boy, the Switch 2’s mouse controls? Surprisingly on point. If you’ve never explored this chaotic urban sprawl, well, this might be your ticket in.

Let’s rewind a sec. Remember when Cyberpunk dropped in 2020? Yeah, I had some thoughts about it back then.

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### Throwback to Cyberpunk 2077 on PC

Imagine stepping into a city so vibrant you can almost feel it humming, right? That’s Night City for you. Endless options for character builds, quests tailored to your whims, and choices that actually mean something. I mean, these stories—sometimes they hit every emotion at once. Sure, the main story runs a bit short, but those side quests? They pack a punch, altering paths left and right by the end. Bummer, though: bugs popping in to ruin the vibe now and then. Still, Cyberpunk pulled it off big time. – Tom Marks, December 7, 2020

Score back then? A solid 9.

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Fast forward, Switch 2’s got its own Cyberpunk version now, not the glitch fest we saw on Xbox One and PS4. No, this console’s packing some decent heat.

### Cyberpunk on Switch 2? Yeah, Pretty Sweet

Give it a glance, and boom—Night City’s neon flair is there, slightly less sharp than top-tier PC but good enough. Not the “must-play” console, but hey, it’s far from shabby. Remember how The Witcher 3 felt on the Switch? Kind of like wearing shoes two sizes too small. Not here.

### Decent Framerate, Not Groundbreaking

Tech geek alert—Cyberpunk hits 1080p docked, 720p on handheld, peaking around 40fps. I’m no wizard with frame rates, so less than 60fps is cool by me. It’s smooth enough docked, minor hiccups here and there, but nothing facepalm-worthy. Not quite as velvety as Tears of the Kingdom, but those who braved the original Switch won’t feel much pain.

### Mouse Controls that Don’t Suck

One perk of the Switch 2 is the sideways Joy-Con doubling as a mouse. It’s a win for headshots. Not mouse-level accurate, but close enough to make me smile. And yet…

### Long Sessions? Maybe Not

Switch 2’s mouse mode is neat, but my hands disagree. The Joy-Con is like gripping a pebble—not comfy. Even with a 3D-printed grip, my hand cramped up. I needed all fingers on deck for quick moves, yet it’s like my thumb was always in the wrong spot. Oof. Not sure how long I can keep this up.

### Motion Controls? Meh

Yeah, mouse beats motion controls every time. Swinging around the Joy-Con gives Wii flashbacks, none of them flattering. Ended up with the camera doing a funny dance. Hand cramps or not, I’ll take the mouse.

### Night City Magic Remains

Back in Night City, and it’s still got the mojo. The gritty atmosphere pulls you in, making every interaction feel epic. Conversations between quests have a movie-like flair but keep you in control. If Cyberpunk slipped by you, now’s your time.

Final verdict on Switch 2’s still cooking, but meanwhile, check out our takes on Mario Kart World and Welcome Tour. For more port insights, see what we said about Tears of the Kingdom, Breath of the Wild, and Hogwarts Legacy.