Nintendo Switch 2 Direct live build-up: the start time, live countdown,
latest news, rumors, and our predictions before the big show

Date:
Tue, 01 Apr 2025 14:07:36 +0000

Description:
The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct is just a day away! Join us for everything you need to know ahead of the event.

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Today is the big day gamers! The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct is under 24 hours away and we're expecting to learn all about the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console.

From a potential breakdown of its unique hardware features to our first confirmation of some of its launch games, this is likely to be the most interesting and exciting Nintendo broadcasts in years.

So what do you we know for sure about the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct? Not a lot beyond its start time, length, and how to watch it, but that's exactly what makes it so intriguing.

Join me as I keep you up to date with all the latest news and rumors as they come in throughout the build up to the event. I'll also be sharing my own personal predictions, plus the occasional tip on how best to prepare.
Nintendo Switch 2 Direct start time

The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct takes place on April 2, 2025. It starts at 9AM
ET / 6AM PT / 2PM BST .

Nintendo has now confirmed via a social media post that the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct will be "approximately 60 minutes long" - which is about what we expected. Nintendo Switch 2 Direct live countdown Nintendo Switch 2 Direct
how to watch

The most reliable place to watch the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct is the official Nintendo YouTube channel . It will also be streaming via Twitch .

The broadcast is currently not live, so I'd recommend bookmarking the page
for easy access. When you are able to tune in, I'll let you know straight
away so keep checking back here for updates.

Good afternoon everyone and welcome to the beginning of our live Nintendo Switch 2 Nintendo Direct coverage!

With the highly anticipated event under 24 hours away, there's still plenty
of time to get excited before our first in-depth look at Nintendo's next console.

Whether you're a more recent fan or a long time Nintendo gamer like me, nothing quite compares to the excitement of learning more about a new piece
of hardware from the company.

Tomorrow's event is undoubtedly going to be an important part of gaming, so this isn't one that you'll want to miss!

I'm going to be guiding you through the build up to the broadcast, so let's begin... What is tomorrow's event? (Image credit: Nintendo)

Don't worry if you're a little out of the loop and want to know what all the fuss is about. Here's a quick recap explaining exactly why we're so excited.

Nintendo first unveiled the Nintendo Switch 2, the upcoming successor to its hugely popular Nintendo Switch console, in a surprise reveal trailer posted almost two months ago on January 16, 2025.

It showed off the new system officially for the first time, with a slick 3D animation paired with cute music and cool sound effects.

Although there were plenty of small hints throughout, the video confirmed
very few new features and didn't explicitly mention any games (though what looks like a new Mario Kart was shown briefly on screen).

It did plainly state that the Nintendo Switch 2 would be able to play most Nintendo Switch games though, but that's basically all we know for sure right now.

The video ended with a date: April 2, 2025, which the company then confirmed would be the day of a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 Direct.

I expect this broadcast to be a detailed breakdown of the system, outlining its features and revealing some of its launch games. I also think we're
likely to learn a release date, with pre-orders potentially opening too.



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