"Nintendo Direct: Next Switch 2 Release Date and Global Times"

Nintendo has announced the much-anticipated next Nintendo Direct, which is set to focus on the upcoming Switch 2. If you're eager to learn more about this event, dive into the details provided in this article.

When Is the Next Nintendo Direct for Switch 2?

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The next Nintendo Direct, covering the Switch 2, is scheduled to air on April 2, 2025. Depending on your location, it may also take place on April 3. Typically, Nintendo hosts a Direct in February, but this time, fans will need to wait an extra two months for the latest updates on the Switch 2. Here are the exact dates and times for various regions:

• Australia – 10:00 PM AWST (April 2)
• New Zealand – 3:00 AM NZDT (April 3)
• United States – 6:00 AM PT | 9:00 AM ET (April 2)
• United Kingdom – 3:00 PM BST | 2:00 PM GMT (April 2)
• Japan – 11:00 PM JST (April 2)
• Singapore – 10:00 PM SGT (April 2)
• Philippines – 10:00 PM PST (April 2)

As always, fans can tune into the live stream on Nintendo's official website and YouTube channel. If you can't catch it live, don't worry—the video will be available later on the official YouTube channel.

Although Nintendo has released a teaser confirming the existence of the Switch 2, details about the new console remain scarce. While numerous leaks about the device's specs are circulating online, it's best to wait for the official announcement during the Direct.

The livestream is expected to delve into the Switch 2's graphics, battery life, controller, and various upgrades. Fans are also eager for news on the console's price and release date, with speculation pointing to a $400 price tag. Nintendo might even open pre-orders for the Switch 2 following the presentation.

In addition to hardware details, the Direct may shed light on the games launching alongside the Switch 2. So far, the only confirmed title is a new *Mario Kart* game, set to release with the console.

Everything We Know About Switch 2

If waiting until April for the Nintendo Direct feels too long, there are some reliable leaks and official news that might pique your interest.

Nintendo has promised to implement measures to prevent scalpers and resellers from causing shortages. The company delayed the Switch 2 release to 2025 to ensure enough units are available to meet consumer demand. While the exact release date remains unconfirmed, some leaks suggest a June 2025 launch.

Apart from the new *Mario Kart* game, other titles rumored to launch with the Switch 2 include a 3D *Super Mario* game, *Metroid Prime 4: Beyond*, and *Pokémon Legends: Z-A*. For third-party titles, fans may look forward to *Final Fantasy 7 Remake* and *Rebirth*, *Assassin’s Creed Mirage* and *Shadows*, and *Red Dead Redemption 2*.

Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch 2 will support backward compatibility, with Nintendo Switch Online available on the new console. However, they've cautioned that certain games may not be supported.

As for new features, the Joy-Cons on the Switch 2 are expected to include magnets and Hall-effect sticks. There's also a rumor that the new Joy-Cons can operate in a mouse-like mode. Additionally, the new console is rumored to have a larger body and a sturdy U-shaped stand.

That's everything you need to know about the upcoming Nintendo Direct for the Switch 2. Make sure to mark the date on your calendar so you don't miss out on this exciting event!