Hades II (Switch 2 Edition) on Switch 2: file size, cartridge and performance

Full cartridgeUp to 120 FPSSwitch 2 Edition

Hades II – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is published by Supergiant Games and came out on September 25, 2025. The eShop lists 11 supported languages.

File size
13.1 GB
5% of the 256 GB internal storage
Physical release
Full game on cartridge
Plays from the cartridge, no full download needed
Frame rate
Up to 120 FPS
See modes below
Switch 2 upgrade
Free
If you own the Switch 1 game

Last checked November 2, 2026 · every figure links to its source

Specs

File size (current)13.1 GBsource
Physical formatFull game on cartridgesource
TypeNintendo Switch 2 Edition
TV mode1080p · 120 FPSsource
Handheld mode1080p · 60 FPSsource
Switch 2 Edition upgradeFreesource
Switch 1 version size7.0 GB
US eShop price$29.99
Play modesTV mode, Tabletop mode, Handheld mode
Languages (11)Japanese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Korean, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Brazilian Portuguese, Traditional Chinese, American English
PublisherSupergiant Games
Release dateSeptember 25, 2025

Questions

How big is Hades II on Switch 2?

Hades II needs 13.1 GB of storage. That is about 5% of the Switch 2's 256 GB internal storage.

Is Hades II a Game-Key Card?

The physical release of Hades II has the full game on the cartridge, so you can play it without downloading the game first.

Does Hades II run at 120 FPS on Switch 2?

Yes. Hades II targets 120 FPS in TV mode at 1080p; 60 FPS in Handheld mode at 1080p.

How much is the Hades II Nintendo Switch 2 Edition upgrade?

The upgrade is free.

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