Nintendo Direct: Next Switch 2 Release Date and Times Revealed

Nintendo has announced an exciting upcoming Nintendo Direct, set to focus on the much-anticipated Switch 2. If you're eager to learn more about this event, you'll find all the essential details right here.

When Is the Next Nintendo Direct for Switch 2?

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The next Nintendo Direct, which will delve into the details of the Switch 2, is scheduled to air on April 2, 2025. Depending on your time zone, it might also be April 3. While Nintendo typically hosts a Direct in February, fans will need to wait an additional two months for this event. Here are the specific dates and times for various regions:

• Australia – 10:00 PM AWST (April 2)
• New Zealand – 3:00 AM NZDT (April 3)
• United States – 6:00 AM PT | 9:00 AM ET (April 2)
• United Kingdom – 3:00 PM BST | 2:00 PM GMT (April 2)
• Japan – 11:00 PM JST (April 2)
• Singapore – 10:00 PM SGT (April 2)
• Philippines – 10:00 PM PST (April 2)

You can catch the live stream on Nintendo's official website and YouTube channel. If you can't watch it live, don't worry—the video will be available on the official YouTube channel shortly after the event.

Although Nintendo has confirmed the existence of Switch 2 with a teaser video, details about the console remain scarce. While numerous leaks about its specifications circulate online, it's best to wait for the official announcement during the Nintendo Direct.

Expect the livestream to cover Switch 2’s graphics, battery life, controller features, and other upgrades. Fans are also looking forward to learning about the console's price and release date, with speculation pointing towards a $400 price tag. Pre-orders might even open following the presentation.

In addition to hardware, the Direct may reveal information about the games launching with Switch 2. So far, a new Mario Kart game has been confirmed for a simultaneous release.

Everything We Know About Switch 2

Can't wait until April for more information? Here's a summary of what we know so far, based on leaks and official statements.

Nintendo has promised measures to combat scalpers and resellers, aiming to prevent shortages. The company delayed the Switch 2 release to 2025 to ensure sufficient stock. While the exact date is still under wraps, some leaks suggest a possible June launch.

Besides the new Mario Kart game, other titles rumored to launch with Switch 2 include a 3D Super Mario game, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Third-party titles like Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth, Assassin’s Creed Mirage and Shadows, and Red Dead Redemption 2 might also be available.

Nintendo has confirmed that Switch 2 will support backward compatibility and Nintendo Switch Online. However, not all games may be compatible with the new console.

As for new features, the Joy-Cons on Switch 2 are expected to include magnets and Hall-effect sticks, and there's a rumor about a mouse-like mode for the Joy-Con. The console itself will have a larger body and a more robust U-shaped stand.

That's all you need to know about the upcoming Nintendo Direct for Switch 2. Be sure to mark your calendar so you don't miss out on this exciting event!