In a move that has delighted the gaming community, Polish video game developer CD Projekt Red has announced it will honour all purchases made during a significant pricing error on the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop. The error, which occurred on December 22, 2025, offered massive, unintended discounts on two of the studio's flagship titles: Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition.
The Pricing Error and CD Projekt's Generous Response
The mistake was most notable for Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition, which was briefly listed for just $17.49 on the US storefront. This represented a staggering 75% discount from its regular price of $69.99. The situation created an unusual scenario where the Ultimate Edition, which includes the base game and the Phantom Liberty expansion, was temporarily cheaper than the standalone DLC, which typically costs around $30.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the company addressed the issue directly. "The discounts for Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition displayed on Nintendo Switch 2 eShop in the Americas on December 22, 2025, were incorrect," the statement read. It clarified that the error resulted from a mistake made when submitting the discount data. While the studio has since corrected the listings to their intended promotional prices, it made a crucial decision: all purchases made at the erroneous lower prices will stand. This means players who capitalised on the brief window will face no refunds or license cancellations.
Corrected Prices and Fan Reaction
Following the correction, the games are now available at their intended sale prices. Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition is priced at $39.99, a 42% discount. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Complete Edition is set at $14.99, which is 75% off its regular cost. The studio's decision to honour the mistaken sales has been widely praised by fans on social media and gaming forums, who have commended CD Projekt Red for its customer-friendly approach and for taking responsibility for the internal error.
Context: The Nintendo Switch 2 Platform
This pricing incident occurred on the relatively new Nintendo Switch 2 platform, which was officially launched in June 2025. The console represents a major upgrade from its predecessor, featuring:
- Enhanced graphics capabilities.
- An Nvidia Tegra T239 processor for improved performance.
- A 7.9-inch LCD screen with 1080p resolution.
- 256GB of internal storage.
- Redesigned Joy-Con 2 controllers.
The console maintains the popular hybrid design, allowing seamless switching between handheld, tabletop, and TV modes, while offering expanded compatibility with existing Nintendo Switch games. The arrival of major AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077 on this platform is a significant part of its value proposition to gamers.
This incident highlights the occasional volatility of digital storefront pricing but also sets a positive precedent for how developers can handle such mistakes with goodwill, ultimately strengthening their relationship with the player community.
