Nintendo has unveiled the date for the next Nintendo Direct, which promises to delve into details about the much-anticipated Switch 2. If you're eager to catch all the latest news and updates, make sure to check out the specific timings provided below.
When Is the Next Nintendo Direct for Switch 2?
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The next Nintendo Direct, focusing on the Switch 2, is scheduled to air on April 2, 2025. Depending on your location, it might also be on April 3. While Nintendo usually hosts a Direct in February, this year, fans will have to wait an extra two months for the latest on Switch 2. 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 watch the stream live on Nintendo's official website and YouTube channel. If you can't catch it live, don't worry—the video will be available on the official YouTube channel shortly after.
Although Nintendo has confirmed the existence of Switch 2 with a teaser video, detailed information about the console remains under wraps. While there are numerous leaks about the device's specifications circulating online, it's best to wait for the official word during the Nintendo Direct.
The livestream is expected to cover a range of topics, including the Switch 2's graphics, battery life, controller features, and other upgrades. Fans are also eagerly awaiting news on the console's price and release date, with speculation pointing towards a $400 price tag. There's even a possibility that Nintendo might open pre-orders for Switch 2 right after the presentation.
In addition to hardware details, the Direct may also reveal information about the launch titles. So far, the only confirmed game is a new *Mario Kart* title, set to release alongside the Switch 2.
Everything We Know About Switch 2
If you're impatient for the April Nintendo Direct, there are some reliable leaks and official snippets that might tide you over.
Nintendo has promised to implement measures to prevent scalping and reselling, which led to a delay in the Switch 2's release to 2025 to ensure sufficient stock. While the exact release date is still under wraps, some leaks suggest a potential launch in June.
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*. For third-party titles, fans might see *Final Fantasy 7 Remake* and *Rebirth*, *Assassin’s Creed Mirage* and *Shadows*, and *Red Dead Redemption 2*.
Nintendo has confirmed that Switch 2 will be backward-compatible, with Nintendo Switch Online available on the new console, though some games might not be supported.
As for new features, the Joy-Cons are rumored to include magnets and Hall-effect sticks, with a possibility of a mouse-like mode. The new console is also expected to have a larger body and a sturdy U-shaped stand.
That's all the information you need about the upcoming Nintendo Direct for Switch 2. Be sure to mark the date on your calendar so you don't miss out on this exciting event!
