Western Digital and Epic Games Partner to Launch Fortnite Memory Card for Nintendo Switch

SAN JOSE, Calif. - September 13, 2022

Western Digital Corp. (NASDAQ: WDC), an industry-leading provider of storage technologies and solutions, today announced a new partnership with Epic Games and Nintendo to deliver the first officially licensed Fortnite® SanDisk® microSDXC™ card for Nintendo Switch™.

The exclusive Fortnite branded memory card for Nintendo Switch is designed to provide players with consistent and reliable storage as they drop into Fortnite, no matter how they play. The card has also been tested and approved for use with all Nintendo Switch Systems and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty1 to give gamers the peace of mind needed to land in command.

Inspired by the epic Skull Trooper (128GB*) and legendary Cuddle Team Leader (256GB*) Outfits, the exterior design of the cards pay homage to some of the most rare and popular Outfits in the game. As a bonus, fans who purchase the card will receive a code to redeem the rare Angular Flow Wrap2, sure to mesmerize any squadmate.

“With hundreds of millions of fans across the globe, Epic Games is a leader and innovator in the gaming industry,” said Susan Park, vice president of Consumer Solutions Product Management, Western Digital. “We’re thrilled to partner with Epic Games and Nintendo to help up-level the gaming experience for fans by bringing our specially themed memory cards to the Fortnite community.”

The Fortnite SanDisk microSDXC card for Nintendo Switch retails for $26.99 (128GB*) and $49.99 (256GB*) and is available now at select Western Digital retailers, e-tailers and on the Western Digital online store.

The partnership was brokered by IMG, Fortnite’s exclusive worldwide agency for consumer products licensing.

About Western Digital
Western Digital is on a mission to unlock the potential of data by harnessing the possibility to use it. With Flash and HDD franchises, underpinned by advancements in memory technologies, we create breakthrough innovations and powerful data storage solutions that enable the world to actualize its aspirations. Core to our values, we recognize the urgency to combat climate change and have committed to ambitious carbon reduction goals approved by the Science Based Targets initiative. Learn more about Western Digital and the Western Digital®, SanDisk® and WD® brands at www.westerndigital.com.

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About IMG
IMG is a global leader in sport, fashion, events and media. The company manages some of the world's greatest athletes and fashion icons; owns and operates hundreds of live events annually; and is a leading independent producer and distributor of sports and entertainment media. IMG also specializes in licensing, sports training and league development. IMG is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company.

*1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes. Actual user storage less.
130 year warranty in Germany, Canada, and regions not recognizing lifetime warranty. See www.sandisk.com/wug.
2 Terms and conditions apply. See inside package for details. Offer must be redeemed by September 1, 2026. Internet connection required.
Western Digital reserves the right to change or discontinue this offer at any time without notice.

Western Digital, the Western Digital design, the Western Digital logo, SanDisk, and the SanDisk logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Western Digital Corporation or its affiliates in the US and/or other countries. The microSDXC mark and logo are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.

©2022 Nintendo. Licensed by Nintendo. Nintendo and Nintendo Switch are trademarks or registered trademarks of Nintendo Co., Ltd. or its affiliates in the United States and/or other countries.

©️2022 Epic Games, Inc. Fortnite and its logo are trademarks of Epic Games, Inc. in the USA (Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off.) and elsewhere.All other marks are property the property of their respective owners. Product specifications subject to change without notice. Pictures shown may vary from actual products.

©2022 Western Digital Corporation or its affiliates. All rights reserved.

Western Digital Technologies, Inc. is the seller of record and licensee in the Americas of SanDisk® products.

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