Nintendo Direct: Next Switch 2 Release Date and Times

Nintendo has just announced the much-anticipated next Nintendo Direct, focusing on the upcoming Switch 2. If you're eager to get all the latest details about this new console, be sure to mark your calendar with the following information.

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 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 official scoop 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 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 released a teaser confirming the existence of Switch 2, the company has kept further details under wraps. While there are plenty of leaks about the console's specs 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, and other upgrades. Fans are also eagerly awaiting information on the console's price and release date, with many speculating a $400 price tag. There's even a possibility that Nintendo might open pre-orders for the Switch 2 right after the presentation.

In addition to hardware details, the Direct may also reveal information about the games that will be available at launch. So far, the only confirmed title is a new *Mario Kart* game, set to be released alongside the Switch 2.

Everything We Know About Switch 2

If you're too excited to wait until April for the Nintendo Direct, here's a roundup of some reliable leaks and official news to tide you over.

Nintendo has promised to implement measures to prevent scalpers and resellers from causing shortages. The company reportedly delayed the Switch 2's release to 2025 to ensure sufficient production to meet consumer demand. While the exact release date remains unconfirmed, some leaks suggest a possible launch in June 2025.

Besides the new *Mario Kart* game, other titles rumored to launch with the 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 the Switch 2 will be backward-compatible, with Nintendo Switch Online available on the new console. However, they've cautioned that not all games will be supported.

As for new features, fans can look forward to Joy-Cons with magnets and Hall-effect sticks. There's also a rumor that the Switch 2 Joy-Con can function in a mouse-like mode. Additionally, the new console is 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. Make sure to mark the date on your calendar so you don't miss out on this exciting event!