Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Set for April Reveal

Nintendo has officially unveiled the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2, putting an end to months of speculation fueled by leaks. However, eager fans will have to wait until April 2025 for a comprehensive overview of the console's launch details, as Nintendo has scheduled a dedicated Nintendo Direct for April 2, 2025. A brief trailer not only confirmed the new hardware but also teased fans with a glimpse of a new Mario Kart game.

"Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 will air on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, offering a closer look at Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to Nintendo Switch releasing in 2025," Nintendo announced on its website. "The broadcast time will be announced on this website and on our social media accounts at a later date."

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

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The announcement, while light on specifics, showcased the new console's enhanced visuals and its revamped Joy-Con controllers. As numerous leaks had hinted, the Switch 2 promises to be a larger and more powerful iteration of the original.

Following the detailed reveal at the Nintendo Direct, Nintendo plans to host a series of fan events worldwide. In North America, fans can look forward to events in New York (April 4-6), Los Angeles (April 11-13), Dallas (April 25-27), and Toronto (April 25-27). European enthusiasts can attend events in 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). In the Asia-Pacific region, events are scheduled for Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), Seoul (May 31-June 1), and later dates in Hong Kong and Taipei.