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 console alongside a new Mario Kart title, confirming the April 2nd, 2025 date for the comprehensive Nintendo Direct reveal.

"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 announced later via the website and social media channels.

Nintendo Switch 2 - A First Glimpse

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While 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 larger and boasts enhanced specifications compared to its predecessor.

Following the Nintendo Direct, Nintendo plans a series of global fan events. North American events will be held in 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). Further events are scheduled for Melbourne (May 10-11), Tokyo (April 26-27), Seoul (May 31-June 1), with Hong Kong and Taipei to follow.

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