Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Announced for April

After a flurry of leaks, Nintendo finally unveiled the Nintendo Switch 2. While a full breakdown of its 2025 launch is slated for a Nintendo Direct in April, a short trailer confirmed the new hardware and a brand-new Mario Kart game. The official Nintendo website announced the highly anticipated Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 will air on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, promising a detailed look at the Switch's successor. The exact broadcast time will be revealed later on the website and Nintendo's social media channels.

Nintendo Switch 2 - First Look

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The announcement, while brief, showcased the console's visuals and redesigned Joy-Con controllers. As predicted by numerous leaks, the Switch 2 appears to be a larger, more powerful iteration of its predecessor.

Following the Nintendo Direct reveal, Nintendo will host several fan events globally. North American events are planned 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). Additional events will take place in Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), Seoul (May 31-June 1), and Hong Kong and Taipei at later dates.