Nintendo finally reveals the date and time for its Switch 2 Direct presentation, but remains tight-lipped about the content. The presentation will take place on April 2, 2025, at 2 pm BST.
While we still have two months to wait for the Switch 2 Direct, Nintendo has finally confirmed the exact date and time for the presentation. The unveiling of the Switch 2 was unique in many ways, but one of the most peculiar aspects was the extended wait for further details about the console.
In the brief reveal video, which showcased the revamped Joy-Cons and mouse-like functionality, Nintendo announced a dedicated Direct presentation for the Switch 2 on April 2, 2025, nearly three months after the initial console reveal. Adding to the intrigue, Nintendo has now confirmed the presentation time but has remained largely silent on other aspects.The Switch 2 presentation will air on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 2 pm BST. This translates to 3 pm CET in Europe and 6 am PT/9 am ET in the US. Nintendo hasn't revealed the presentation's duration or the specific content beyond a 'closer look' at the console itself, with no mention of any games. While Nintendo is known for its unpredictability, the company is anticipated to announce the console's price and launch date. It's highly probable that we'll see another glimpse of the next Mario Kart, which was showcased in the initial reveal, and potentially other launch titles.Despite showing footage of a new Mario Kart, Nintendo hasn't officially announced any games for the Switch 2. However, the console will be backwards compatible, meaning any original Switch games will work on the system. Regarding third-party support, there are rumors of Tekken 8, Red Dead Redemption 2, and ports of various Xbox games, but nothing has been confirmed. It seems Nintendo has instructed third-party publishers to withhold their Switch 2 plans until the Direct, suggesting a flurry of announcements during the presentation. As for Nintendo's own titles, a significant question is whether Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokémon Legends Z-A, already announced for the original Switch, will become cross-gen titles compatible with the Switch 2. This possibility, however, might be dispelled by Nintendo's recent earnings call.During an earnings call translated on ResetEra, Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa affirmed that both Metroid Prime 4 and Pokémon Legends Z-A are still slated for release on the original Switch in 2025. 'We will continue developing Nintendo Switch titles, but launching exclusive games for Nintendo Switch 2 is essential for its success,' he added. 'However, we aim to ensure a smooth transition between the two platforms.' While this doesn't definitively rule out either Metroid Prime 4 or Pokémon Legends Z-A becoming cross-gen titles or receiving enhancements on the Switch 2, it strongly suggests that Nintendo has some exclusive system offerings planned to attract fans. Adding to the anticipation, rumors swirl about another Direct presentation this month dedicated to the original Switch, potentially featuring a Kirby: Planet Robobot port and a mysterious unannounced game.
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