Nintendo has officially announced that the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct will run for approximately 60 minutes.

This duration is notably long for a Nintendo Direct, hinting at a packed presentation full of exciting reveals for the highly anticipated console.

The Switch 2 Nintendo Direct is scheduled for April 2, 2025, starting at 6am PDT / 9am EDT / 2pm BST. Nintendo plans to provide a detailed overview of the Switch 2, following its brief teaser earlier this year.

That initial glimpse showcased the Switch 2's design, what appears to be Mario Kart 9, and a teased potential 'mouse' functionality for the new Joy-Con controllers.

However, several key details about the Switch 2 remain undisclosed, including the purpose of the mysterious 'C' button on the new Joy-Con, the console's performance capabilities, and potential uses for its rumored new ports.

Fans are eagerly awaiting confirmation of the Switch 2's launch lineup, release window (expected between June and September 2025), and pricing, with analysts speculating a $400 price point.

Information about Switch 2 games is gradually emerging. There's widespread speculation about third-party titles coming to the platform, and in an IGN interview, Civilization 7 developer Firaxis expressed interest in the Joy-Con's potential mouse functionality. Nacon, known for publishing games like Greedfall 2 and RoboCop: Rogue City, has confirmed Switch 2 titles in development. Additionally, Hollow Knight: Silksong is rumored for Switch 2, while EA has suggested Madden, FC, and The Sims would complement the system well.

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Nintendo's recent announcement about Virtual Game Cards for sharing games between systems has sparked discussion, particularly regarding potential implications for the Switch 2, based on details found in Nintendo's official documentation.

Additionally, Nintendo will host a Nintendo Treehouse: Live event on April 3-4 at 7am PT each day, featuring hands-on demonstrations of Switch 2 games.