The Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Direct is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 6 am PT (9 am ET, 2 pm UK time). This Direct will provide a closer look at the Switch 2, following its initial reveal last month. The initial reveal showcased the console's design, hinted at Mario Kart 9, and teased a potential "mouse" mode for the new Joy-Con controllers.
However, many questions remain unanswered, including the functionality of a mysterious new Joy-Con button, the console's processing power, and the intended use of its new ports.
AnswerSee ResultsThe Nintendo Direct is expected to reveal the full Switch 2 launch game lineup, a release date (predicted to be between June and September 2025), and hopefully, the console's price (analysts predict $400).
Speculation regarding Switch 2 games is growing. A substantial list of rumored third-party titles is circulating. Firaxis, the developer of Civilization 7, described the Switch 2's Joy-Con mouse mode as "definitely intriguing" in an interview with IGN. Nacon, a French video game publisher, confirmed having Switch 2 games ready for release. Hollow Knight: Silksong is also rumored for the platform. Furthermore, EA recently stated that Madden, FIFA, and The Sims would be well-suited for the Switch 2.
