"Nintendo Confirms 60-Minute Switch 2 Direct"

The upcoming Nintendo Direct for the Switch 2 is set to be an extensive showcase, lasting approximately 60 minutes. This extended duration hints at a packed agenda for what is one of the most eagerly awaited presentations in the gaming world.

Scheduled for April 2, 2025, at 6am PDT / 9am EDT / 2pm BST, this Direct will offer a "closer look" at the Switch 2, following its brief initial reveal earlier in the year. That earlier glimpse showcased the Switch 2's design, hinted at a potential Mario Kart 9, and introduced a novel 'mouse' mode for the new Joy-Con controllers.

Fans are hopeful that the Nintendo Direct will unveil the full lineup of games launching with the Switch 2, along with a specific release date anticipated sometime between June and September 2025. There's also anticipation around the announcement of the Switch 2's price, which experts estimate might be around $400.

As anticipation builds, a clearer picture of the Switch 2's gaming prospects is emerging. Rumors suggest a robust list of third-party titles heading to the platform. In an interview with IGN, Civilization 7 developer Firaxis expressed intrigue about the Switch 2's Joy-Con mouse mode. French gaming company Nacon, known for titles like Greedfall 2, Test Drive Unlimited, and RoboCop: Rogue City, has confirmed they have games prepared for the Switch 2. Additionally, the much-anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong is rumored to be part of the Switch 2's lineup, and EA has hinted that Madden, FC, and The Sims could be well-suited for the new console.

Nintendo has also confirmed a Nintendo Treehouse: Live event for the Switch 2, featuring hands-on gameplay demonstrations. This event will take place on April 3 and April 4 at 7am PT each day.