Walmart Discounts Onn MicroSD Express Cards for Nintendo Switch 2
Budget-friendly storage arrives as the console transitions to a new memory standard for high-fidelity games.
Walmart is offering a deal on its Onn-branded MicroSD Express memory cards designed for the Nintendo Switch 2. The promotion allows customers to secure essential expanded storage ahead of several major autumn software and hardware launches.
According to reports from IGN, the 512GB Onn MicroSD Express card is available for $74.77, while the 256GB version is priced at $36.77. These final prices reflect a $10 discount off the base prices of $84.77 and $46.77, respectively. The discount is reportedly tied to a coupon code, 'SAVE3X,' which is officially intended for new customers on their first three orders with a $35 minimum, though some returning customers have reportedly found it functional.
The Shift to MicroSD Express
The transition to the MicroSD Express standard is a fundamental change for Nintendo's hardware. Unlike the original Switch, the Nintendo Switch 2 requires MicroSD Express cards for expanded storage; standard MicroSD cards from the previous generation are incompatible for game data. This shift is driven by the increasing size of modern titles. For example, Final Fantasy 14 on the Nintendo Switch 2 has a reported installation size of approximately 117GB, a footprint that would quickly exhaust internal storage.
Industry Implications
As the Switch 2 library expands with "plus-sized" games, the cost and availability of compatible high-speed memory have become critical bottlenecks for users. The move to MicroSD Express allows the console to handle high-fidelity assets more efficiently, but it forces a hardware upgrade for the consumer. By providing a low-cost entry point through the Onn brand, Walmart is positioning itself as a primary source for the essential peripherals required to maintain a large digital library on the new system.
Upcoming Releases
Timing is key for this storage push, as Nintendo prepares for a dense Q4 release schedule. The Nintendo Switch 2 Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition console is scheduled to launch on October 29, 2026. This will be followed closely by the release of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake on November 5, 2026. Users looking to maximize their libraries before these launches will likely find these discounted Express cards a necessity.