Leaked GameStop SKUs Suggest Nintendo Switch 2 Will Support microSD Express Cards

Recent leaks suggest the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will boast significantly improved storage capabilities, potentially utilizing microSD Express cards. This revelation comes from several GameStop stock keeping units (SKUs) seemingly related to unannounced Switch 2 accessories. Reddit user Opposite-Chemistry96 shared images showing SKUs for "Switch 2 Exp Micro SD Card" in 256GB and 512GB capacities, strongly indicating support for the microSD Express standard.

This upgrade represents a substantial leap forward from the current Switch's UHS-I microSD card support. The difference in performance is dramatic:

Performance Comparison: UHS-I vs. microSD Express

The microSD Express standard, leveraging the NVMe protocol, offers transfer speeds approximately 900% faster than UHS-I. Furthermore, its maximum capacity is a staggering 6,300% higher, reaching up to 128TB. GameStop's leaked pricing suggests a 256GB card will retail for $49.99, while a 512GB card will cost $84.99.

The leak also includes SKUs for a standard Switch 2 carrying case ($19.99) and two "deluxe" cases ($29.99). While these are likely unofficial accessories, their presence further supports the growing body of evidence pointing towards an imminent Switch 2 release. Nintendo has previously stated its intention to unveil the console before the end of its fiscal year (March 31, 2025), leaving only a few months until we might see an official announcement. The mass production of the Switch 2, rumored to have begun in late September 2024, further strengthens the likelihood of a near-term reveal.