Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Announced for April

Nintendo's long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 has finally been unveiled, though full details remain under wraps until a dedicated Nintendo Direct presentation. A brief teaser showcased the new console alongside a new Mario Kart title, confirming the April 2nd, 2025, date for the comprehensive Nintendo Direct.

"The Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 presentation will air Wednesday, April 2, 2025, providing an in-depth look at the Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to the Nintendo Switch, launching in 2025," the official Nintendo website states. Specific broadcast times will be announced later.

Nintendo Switch 2 - A First Glimpse

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While the announcement was brief on specifics, it offered a visual preview of the console and its redesigned Joy-Con controllers. As numerous leaks suggested, the Switch 2 boasts a larger form factor and enhanced specifications compared to its predecessor.

Following the Nintendo Direct reveal, Nintendo plans a series of global fan events. North American locations include New York (April 4-6), Los Angeles (April 11-13), Dallas (April 25-27), and Toronto (April 25-27).

European events are scheduled for 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 be held in Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), Seoul (May 31-June 1), and Hong Kong/Taipei at later dates.

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