The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct is here.
fromMario Kart 9toMetroid Prime 4, and beyond.
We’ll be running this page all day to bring you the latest Switch 2 reactions too.
The showcase will broadcast on April 2, 2025, and will run for approximately 60 minutes.
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And away we go!
First things first - TheNintendo Switch 2 Direct time.
But what do you think?
Josh’s point about third-party games interests me, personally.
“I’m talking about Baldur’s Gate 3.
I’m talking about Elden Ring.
I’m talking about Cyberpunk.
It’s a fair pitch.
One person you should not ask about the Switch 2 Direct is Smash Bros creator Masahiro Sakurai.
One of the big talking points going into this showcase is the mysterious new ‘C’ button.
Nintendo is clearly aware of the clamor,posting a teaseon their newly released app just the other day.
Thankfully, all of our questions will soon be answered.
That’s not the only question we’re asking going into the Direct, naturally.
There be rumors afoot that theSwitch 2 Joy-Con can be used as some sort of mouse.
That’d be wild if true, but also, truthfully, not unlike Nintendo at all.
If you thought we were done talking about random Switch 2 console features, you’d be wrong.
Another early detail from an FCC filing seemingly points to theSwitch 2 Pro Controller adding a headphone jack.
How big of a deal is that?
It’s hopefully a day of healing here at GR+ towers.
Mario Kart feels like a given, but there’s likely to be much more.
Nintendo recently announced that we’re getting7 hours of Switch 2 gameplay this week through Treehouse streams.
Assuming it’s not one big Mario Kart tournament, what would you like to see?
As per ourSwitch 2 predictions,Josh reckons it’s time for a new 3D Mario game.
Whatever comes with the Switch 2, it could end up being a bittersweet era for Nintendo.
Not to bring the tone down or anything.
To bring the vibe back on side, here’s the Nintendo of America president asking the big questions.
Are you ready?!
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I certainly am, Doug.
If this is your first one, get ready for some fun (and plenty of weird news).
I’m personally quite invested in learning more about the Nintendo Switch 2 price.
June is a challenging month, right?
We’ll find a way, won’t we.
What a good problem to have.
Xbox has made no secret of its interest in fostering a closer relationship with Nintendo.
This is your20 minutewarning.
Speaking of coffee, I’m handing this live coverage back over to Iain Harris for the main event.
This is your15 minute warning.
It’s all happening!
The 60 second timer is here!
Shuffle on in, gang.
And here we go!
Looks like we’re starting with some good ol' Mario Kart.
DK looking a lot like he does in the Mario film, it must be said.
Why not, eh.
We’ve got a name!
Mario Kart World is the next game in the series, rather than something like MK9.
In fairness, Mario Kart rarely sticks to numbers, so it comes as little surprise.
Ah, there’s a detail.
it’s possible for you to literally drive anywhere you like in this one.
Where we’re goin', we don’t need roads.
Unless you’d like roads.
I suspect we’ll have to wait for that detail.
‘C’ button explanation confirmed!
It is, indeed, a chat function.
Unlike the OG Switch, you won’t need to download a mobile app to yap with pals.
It’s not just the one game, either.
Some might say that Nintendo is a tad late to the party with this one, but hey!
Better late than never.
Proper pandemic vibes there.
Oooh, we’re getting something called GameShare.
Basically, you’re able to stream certain games to other consoles for a limited time.
Some technical details now.
And the Joy-Con can indeed be used as a mouse, conforming a lot of rumors and speculation.
Heck yeah - the Nintendo Switch 2 has eight times the storage of a Switch 1.
That means 256gb internal storage.
Well, there’s another game for you.
Welcome Tour is an Astro Bot-looking game that shows you how the Switch 2 works.
That’s one way to replace the manual.
They look as they do on the Switch, but they’re red now.
The Nintendo Switch 2 releases June 5.
Nintendo Switch 2 Enhanced games have also been confirmed.
What games are getting enhanced?
Why, only The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land!
Now we’re cookin'
It’s not just old games, either.
Metroid Prime 4 Beyond and Pokemon Legends: Z-A are also getting enhanced.
If you want an idea of how powerful the Switch 2 is, we’re getting Elden Ring.
Hades 2 also confirmed!
I got through so much Hades on the Switch I can’t help but be delighted.
There’s plenty more, too.
From previous gems like Split Fiction to upcoming games like Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4.
There’s a highlight.
Oh, and Project 007 from the Hitman devs, I suppose.
There is indeed a Zelda reveal.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment tells the tale of the events that came before Tears of the Kingdom.
Zelda: Windwaker or Soulcalibur 2?
Oh, go on then.
More games like Pokemon XD coming in due course, too.
Uh, the video is acting like frozen for everyone.
Sit tight, gang.
Can still hear the news, though.
The video is now unfrozen, but things are still a tad funky and clearly not totally aligned.
Cyberpunk 2077 and Final Fantasy 7 Remake are coming to Switch 2!
Nintendo clearly trying to offer what the Steam Deck can manage, and I’m here for it.
Also a reminder that Hollow Knight: Silksong is still real and is targeting a 2025 release.
We’re all eating rather well today, aren’t we?
Ooooh, new FromSoftware game is up!
That certainly is a FromSoftware frog.
A Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive that’s due to land next year.
It’s not Bloodborne 2, but I’m calling it Bloodborne 2 anyway.
What you doin', buddy?
A new game from none other than Sakurai himself.
Last game up now, and it looks like Donkey Kong.
The boy is back.
Donkey Kong: Bananza, to offer its real name.
This one releases July 17, 2025.
And there you have it!
How we feeling team?
It looks like we might have a Nintendo Switch 2 price after all.
The things we lost.
Any thoughts on the new Nintendo Switch 2 controller?
The Switch 2 will offerup to 4k resolutionin its TV mode.
You don’t think you’re off the hook yet, do you?
Now it’s back with a new aesthetic exclusively on Switch 2.
