In a move that has delighted gamers, 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 glitch allowed players to buy two of the company's flagship titles, Cyberpunk 2077 and The Witcher 3, at heavily discounted rates before the mistake was corrected.
The Pricing Glitch and Its Immediate Impact
The technical error occurred on December 22, 2025, specifically affecting the Nintendo eShop for the Switch 2 in the Americas. During this window, Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition was mistakenly listed for just $17.49. This represented a massive 75% discount off its regular price of $69.99. The deal was so steep that the complete package, which includes the base game and the Phantom Liberty expansion, became cheaper than buying the DLC alone, which typically retails for around $30.
Similarly, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition was also available at an incorrectly deep discount. The error attracted a flood of buyers who quickly snapped up the titles before CD Projekt Red identified and rectified the issue.
Official Statement and Corrected Prices
CD Projekt Red addressed the situation publicly on the microblogging platform X (formerly Twitter). The company stated that the discounts displayed were "incorrect" and resulted from "an error we made when submitting the discount." They confirmed that the mistake had been corrected and new, proper discounts were applied.
Following the correction, the price for Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition was set at $39.99, which is a 42% reduction. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition now carries a correctly applied 75% discount, bringing its price to $14.99.
Most importantly, the developer offered strong reassurance to the gaming community. "Purchases made at the previous discount rate are unaffected by this change," the statement confirmed. This means players who bought the games during the glitch do not need to worry about refunds or having their game licenses revoked. CD Projekt Red is standing by all sales made during the error window.
Nintendo Switch 2: The New Gaming Platform
This incident highlights the popularity of the relatively new Nintendo Switch 2 console, which was officially launched globally in June 2025. The console is a major upgrade from its predecessor, boasting enhanced graphics, improved controllers, and expanded compatibility with existing Switch games.
Key specifications of the Nintendo Switch 2 include:
- A powerful Nvidia Tegra T239 processor.
- A 7.9-inch LCD screen with 1080p resolution.
- 256GB of internal storage.
- Newly designed Joy-Con 2 controllers.
The company has maintained its signature hybrid design, allowing for seamless transition between handheld, tabletop, and TV modes. The console's strong performance has made it a desirable platform for major third-party titles like those from CD Projekt Red.
This incident demonstrates CD Projekt Red's commitment to customer goodwill, choosing to absorb the financial impact of the error rather than penalise players who benefited from a momentary mistake. It sets a positive precedent for consumer relations in the digital gaming marketplace.
