Nintendo Direct: Next Switch 2 Release Date and Times Revealed

Nintendo fans, get ready for an exciting reveal! The next Nintendo Direct is set to focus on the highly anticipated Switch 2, and you won't want to miss it. Mark your calendars for April 2, 2025, or April 3, depending on your time zone. Nintendo usually holds these events in February, but this year, we're waiting just a bit longer for the juicy details on the Switch 2.

When Is the Next Nintendo Direct for Switch 2?

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The next Nintendo Direct covering Switch 2 is scheduled to air on April 2, 2025. Here are the exact dates and times for different 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 afterward.

While Nintendo has teased the Switch 2 with a brief video, much remains under wraps. Though there are plenty of leaks about the console's specs, it's best to wait for the official word during the Direct. Expect to learn about the Switch 2's graphics, battery life, controller, and other upgrades. There might also be news on the console's price and release date, with rumors suggesting a $400 price tag. Pre-orders could even open right after the presentation.

In addition to hardware, the Direct may reveal games launching with the Switch 2. So far, a new *Mario Kart* game has been confirmed to debut alongside the console.

Everything We Know About Switch 2

If you're eager for more details before the April Direct, here's what we know so far. Nintendo has promised to implement measures to combat scalpers and resellers, ensuring ample supply at launch. The release has been pushed to 2025 to meet this goal, with some rumors pointing to a June release.

Alongside the new *Mario Kart* game, other potential launch titles include a 3D *Super Mario* game, *Metroid Prime 4: Beyond*, and *Pokémon Legends: Z-A*. Third-party titles might include *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. However, some games might not be supported.

As for new features, expect the Joy-Cons to have magnets and Hall-effect sticks. There's also a rumor that the Switch 2 Joy-Con can function in a mouse-like mode. The console itself will have a larger body and a sturdy U-shaped stand.

That’s all the latest on 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!