Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Announced for April

Nintendo's highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 has finally been unveiled, though full details remain under wraps until a dedicated Nintendo Direct presentation. A brief teaser trailer confirmed the new console's existence, alongside a new Mario Kart title, and announced the April 2nd, 2025 date for the informative Nintendo Direct.

"The Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 presentation will air Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025, providing an in-depth look at the Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to the Nintendo Switch, launching in 2025," Nintendo stated on its official website. Specific broadcast times will be announced later via the website and social media channels.

Nintendo Switch 2 - A First Glimpse

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While details were scarce in the initial announcement, the trailer showcased the console's design and redesigned Joy-Con controllers. As previously rumored, the Switch 2 appears larger and boasts enhanced specifications compared to its predecessor.

Following the Nintendo Direct reveal, Nintendo will host several fan events globally. North American events are scheduled for New York (April 4-6), Los Angeles (April 11-13), Dallas (April 25-27), and Toronto (April 25-27).

European locations include Paris (April 4-6), London (April 11-13), Milan (April 25-27), Berlin (April 25-27), Madrid (May 9-11), and Amsterdam (May 9-11). Further events will be held in Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), Seoul (May 31-June 1), with Hong Kong and Taipei to follow at a later date.

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