Owlcat Games' Head of Publishing, Andrey Tsvetkov, has shared new details regarding the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 release of Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader. In a recent interview, Tsvetkov addressed the technical challenges behind bringing the complex role-playing game to Nintendo's upcoming hardware, explaining that the studio had to fix previous optimization issues to ensure the port runs smoothly.
Quick Facts
- Game: Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader
- Platforms: PC, Nintendo Switch 2
- Developer/Publisher: Owlcat Games
- Source Interview: RPG Site (August 2026)
Addressing Optimization and Porting Hurdles
During the interview with RPG Site, Tsvetkov candidly discussed the difficulties the team encountered during development, noting that technical setbacks required significant troubleshooting. The studio's focus has been on refining performance for the Nintendo Switch 2 edition to match the scope of the original PC release.
Beyond the Switch 2 launch, the discussion also touched upon potential future console ports for Owlcat's previous titles like Pathfinder, the feasibility of cross-save functionality, and upcoming free downloadable content for the CRPG.