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

Recent leaks suggest the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 will boast significant storage improvements, potentially supporting microSD Express cards. This revelation comes from several GameStop stock keeping units (SKUs) seemingly related to unreleased Switch 2 accessories. These SKUs, initially posted by Reddit user Opposite-Chemistry96, list "Switch 2 Exp Micro SD Card" options in 256GB and 512GB capacities, strongly indicating microSD Express compatibility.

This upgrade represents a substantial leap forward from the Nintendo Switch's current UHS-I microSD card support. microSD Express cards offer dramatically faster transfer speeds and larger storage capacities.

Speed and Capacity Comparison: UHS-I vs. microSD Express

The leaked SKUs show a projected retail price of $49.99 for a 256GB microSD Express card and $84.99 for a 512GB card. Additional SKUs for Switch 2 carrying cases were also discovered, further supporting the authenticity of the leak. While these accessories are likely unofficial, their appearance reinforces the growing body of evidence pointing towards an imminent Switch 2 release.

Nintendo has previously stated its intention to unveil the Switch 2 before the end of its fiscal year (March 31, 2025), leaving approximately two and a half months for an official announcement. The consistent stream of leaks, including this recent GameStop SKU discovery, strongly suggests a launch is near. The potential for significantly faster transfer speeds and vastly increased storage capacity with microSD Express cards is a compelling upgrade for the next generation Nintendo console.