According to a report from FRVR, Cyberpunk 2077’s new console mod support won’t include the Nintendo Switch 2. This is surprising since CD PROJEKT RED’s other major RPG, The Witcher 3, is mentioned as already supporting mods. We haven’t seen any reasoning or technical details from the studio yet.
The report relies only on a headline and summary. The second listing repeats the same information and adds nothing about which platforms will support mods, how the mod tools will function, or if a Switch 2 version is in the works. Until we hear from CD PROJEKT RED or Nintendo, we’ll consider this claim unconfirmed.
The comparison with The Witcher 3 is key here. Both games come from the same developer and publisher, and they’re both open-world RPGs with strong modding communities on PC. If one gets mod support on the Switch 2 while the other doesn’t, it’s likely due to technical issues, contractual obligations, or timing rather than a company-wide policy.
Cyberpunk 2077 has a history of post-launch updates to build on. Released on December 10, 2020, it currently holds a Metacritic score of 73. Players on Steam view it more favorably; 89% of 422,215 reviews are positive. This gap highlights how much the game has improved since its rocky launch.
The player base remains robust. At the time of writing, Steam shows 40,448 concurrent players, and the game is priced at $17.99 there. Adding mod support on consoles could help extend its lifespan, especially since CD PROJEKT RED continues to support the game. Recently, we covered the dual-wielding update 2.5, linked to Edgerunners 2, and the studio also mentioned that its Cyberpunk movie won’t just retell the game’s story.
For Switch 2 owners, the main issue is the lack of modding options. Mods on PC can range from simple cosmetic changes to major gameplay overhauls. Console players have been asking for similar flexibility for years. If the Switch 2 is excluded, buyers will have to settle for the unmodded version while others enjoy the enhanced tools.
| Release date | December 10, 2020 |
| Metacritic score | 73 |
| Steam reviews | 89% positive (422,215 reviews) |
| Current Steam players | 40,448 |
| Steam price | $17.99 |
Community Pulse
Overall, community sentiment about Cyberpunk 2077 is mostly positive. However, the feedback we gathered is limited and lacks depth. We collected ten signals, many of which are duplicates of a single joke from a Steam review. One reviewer summed up their experience as “best game oat” after spending two hours in the character creator. This doesn’t provide much insight into modding or the Switch 2, so the 89% approval rate on Steam gives a clearer picture of player sentiment.
What To Watch
- An official statement: Look for confirmation from CD PROJEKT RED or Nintendo about which platforms will support mods and the reason behind the Switch 2’s exclusion.
- Platform-specific details: Pay attention to whether the Switch 2 version has hardware, storage, or certification limitations that impact mod tools.
- Future updates: Watch for news on whether the exclusion is temporary and if mod support might arrive in a future patch along with any Edgerunners 2-related content.
Marcus Webb
Marcus Webb covers esports, competitive gaming, and community stories for Explosion.com. A former semi-professional Counter-Strike player, Marcus transitioned to journalism 5 years ago and has since covered major tournaments including The International, League of Legends Worlds, and the Valorant Champions Tour. He brings a player's perspective to competitive gaming coverage and is known for his data-driven analysis of player performance and meta shifts.
