FF14 vs FF7 Rebirth The biggest game on Switch 2

Preparing for the Nintendo Switch 2 means getting ready for some serious digital storage decisions. And when you factor in some of the most critically acclaimed games hitting the console, the logistics of owning them can quickly turn into an epic quest themselves.

One particular title that dominates the conversation is Final Fantasy 14. As this sprawling MMORPG prepares to launch on the Switch 2, developers have confirmed just how much digital real estate this epic world demands. The final file size for Final Fantasy 14 on the new console is a whopping 117.2GB.

To put that number into perspective, it’s not just a large download; it represents nearly half of the entire 256GB storage capacity of the Nintendo Switch 2. This single title immediately sets itself apart, becoming the largest single game file available on the new hardware so far.

The scale is staggering when you compare it to other massive titles. It not only holds the record for the biggest game size in the franchise, easily surpassing Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth’s 91.8GB. This means that if you want to dive into the world of Eorzea on the Switch 2, you are committing a significant portion of your console’s space.

The demands on storage don’t end there. The competitive landscape for large file sizes is fierce, with other sprawling collections vying for attention. For instance, titles like the Kingdom Hearts Collection are also rumored to clock in at around 131GB, demonstrating just how much data gaming enthusiasts love to pack onto their systems.

This massive size is completely understandable given the current state of the game. Final Fantasy 14 isn’t just a single installment; it’s a living, breathing universe that has grown immensely over time. With five major expansions already released—including Heavensward, Stormblood, Shadowbringers, Endwalker, and the most recent Dawntrail—the game is constantly expanding its lore and content.

And that expansion train is just getting bigger. Fans can expect further growth as the next major content release, Evercold, arrives in January 2027. Even if a player only opts for the base game, they will still need to accommodate all the accumulated data from these massive updates.

While players are deep into exploring the story and characters—whether debating the impact of beloved online icons like Chort or the appeal of figures like Yoshi-P—the true challenge for Switch 2 owners is managing the sheer volume of content. It’s a testament to the ambition of Square Enix, but it certainly serves as a friendly reminder that some gaming adventures come with a hefty digital price tag.