Nintendo Confirms 60-Minute Switch 2 Direct

The upcoming Nintendo Direct dedicated to the Switch 2 is set to be a substantial event, lasting approximately 60 minutes. This extended duration suggests that Nintendo has a comprehensive showcase planned for this eagerly awaited presentation.

Scheduled for April 2, 2025, at 6am PDT / 9am EDT / 2pm BST, the Nintendo Direct will offer a "closer look" at the Switch 2. This follows an earlier brief reveal of the console, which showcased its form factor, hinted at a new Mario Kart 9, and suggested a potential 'mouse' mode for the new Joy-Con.

The Nintendo Direct is anticipated to unveil the complete launch lineup of games for the Switch 2, along with a release date expected sometime between June and September 2025. There is also hope that Nintendo will disclose the Switch 2's price, which analysts predict will be around $400.

As we piece together the expected gaming offerings for the Switch 2, there's a buzz around numerous rumored third-party titles. In an IGN interview, Civilization 7 developer Firaxis expressed intrigue about the Switch 2’s apparent Joy-Con mouse mode. French gaming company Nacon, known for titles like Greedfall 2, Test Drive Unlimited, and RoboCop: Rogue City, has confirmed that they have games ready for the Switch 2. Additionally, there are rumors that the long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong will be available on the Switch 2, and EA has indicated that Madden, FC, and The Sims would be well-suited for the new console.

Additionally, Nintendo has scheduled a Nintendo Treehouse: Live | Nintendo Switch 2 presentation for April 3 and April 4 at 7am PT each day, where attendees can expect hands-on gameplay demonstrations of Switch 2 games.