In January, Nintendo announced the existence of the Switch 2 and indicated that further details would be forthcoming. The anticipated update is now scheduled, as Nintendo plans to hold a Nintendo Direct livestream at 9 a.m. ET on Wednesday, April 2, where it is expected to provide comprehensive information about the Switch 2. This livestream will be available for viewing on Nintendo’s YouTube channel. Although Nintendo typically discloses the duration of these presentations, they have not yet specified the length for this particular Direct. Generally, Nintendo Directs last about 40 minutes when there is no new console to introduce, so it is reasonable to assume that this presentation might be longer given the circumstances.
Expectations for the Switch 2 Direct involve some educated guessing. It is anticipated that Nintendo will at least announce the price and release date for the new console during the broadcast. Additionally, several trailers for upcoming Switch 2 games are expected, with some indication of the titles that will be available at launch.
Aside from a new Mario Kart title, which was briefly shown during the Switch 2 reveal video in January, specific details about other content expected to be revealed during this Direct remain uncertain. Nevertheless, anticipation is building as the date approaches.