Nintendo confirms its upcoming Switch 2 Direct presentation will run approximately 60 minutes.
This extended duration indicates Nintendo plans to reveal substantial content during this highly anticipated showcase.
The Switch 2 Direct airs April 2, 2025 at 6am PDT / 9am EDT / 2pm BST, offering deeper insights following Nintendo's initial console announcement earlier this year.
Preview footage showcased the Switch 2's design, hinted at Mario Kart 9, and teased possible mouse functionality for redesigned Joy-Con controllers.
Key unanswered questions remain about Switch 2's specifications, including: the purpose of a new Joy-Con 'C' button, technical performance capabilities, and potential new port applications.
Fans anticipate the Direct will reveal launch titles, exact release timing (projected June-September 2025), and pricing - with industry analysts predicting a $400 retail price.
Multiple game developers have hinted at Switch 2 projects, including Firaxis Games praising its controller innovations, Nacon confirming prepared titles, and rumors suggesting Hollow Knight: Silksong may debut on the platform. EA executives also noted potential suitability for their sports franchises and The Sims.
Recent disclosures about Virtual Game Cards functionality additionally suggest innovative game sharing features may debut with Switch 2.
Nintendo will follow the Direct with Treehouse Live gameplay streams on April 3-4, showcasing hands-on Switch 2 demonstrations starting at 7am PT daily.
