Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Announced for April

Nintendo Unveils Nintendo Switch 2: A Sneak Peek Before the April Reveal

Following a wave of leaks, Nintendo has finally confirmed the existence of the Nintendo Switch 2. However, full details regarding its 2025 launch will be unveiled during a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2nd, 2025.

A brief teaser showcased the new console alongside a new Mario Kart title. The announcement confirmed the upcoming Nintendo Direct, stating on their website: "Nintendo Direct: Nintendo Switch 2 will air on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, offering a closer look at Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to Nintendo Switch releasing in 2025. The broadcast time will be announced on this website and on our social media accounts at a later date."

Nintendo Switch 2 - Initial Impressions

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While details remain scarce, the announcement provided a glimpse of the console's visuals and redesigned Joy-Con controllers. As anticipated by numerous leaks, the Switch 2 appears larger and boasts enhanced specifications compared to its predecessor.

Following the Nintendo Direct, Nintendo will host several fan events globally. North American events are planned for New York (April 4-6), Los Angeles (April 11-13), Dallas (April 25-27), and Toronto (April 25-27).

European events will take place in 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), and Hong Kong and Taipei at a later date.

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