Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Announced for April

Nintendo's highly anticipated 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 fresh Mario Kart title, culminating in the announcement of a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2nd, 2025.

"The Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 will air on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, providing an in-depth look at the Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to the Nintendo Switch, launching in 2025," Nintendo stated on its official website. Specific broadcast times will be revealed later via the website and social media.

Nintendo Switch 2 - A First Glimpse

28 ImagesWhile details were scarce, the announcement offered a visual preview of the console and its redesigned Joy-Con controllers. As previously rumored, the Switch 2 appears to be a larger, more powerful iteration of its predecessor.

Following the Nintendo Direct reveal, Nintendo plans a series of global fan events. North American events are slated 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 be held in Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), Seoul (May 31-June 1), and Hong Kong and Taipei at a later date.

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