It’s the big day folks! The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct is just around the corner and the anticipation is reaching a fever pitch. We’re expecting to learn loads about the Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo’s next major console, in a tell-all presentation that lasts for a confirmed duration of roughly 60 minutes.
This is going to be a massive day in gaming history, with millions of fans tuning in. Our live coverage will be your one-stop shop for all the major announcements and reveals as they happen. Whether you’re watching the stream alongside us or can’t tune in, we’re going to have everything that you need right here.
Join me as I count down the last few hours until the event, keeping you updated with a steady stream of Switch 2 leaks, rumors, news, and updates as they come in. I’ll even be squeezing in a few last-minute predictions here and there, as we draw nearer and nearer to the official start time.
Nintendo Switch 2 Direct start time
Here’s a quick reminder of when the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct is set to begin. It takes place place today on April 2, 2025 at 9AM ET / 6AM PT / 2PM BST.
Nintendo confirmed that it will be “approximately 60 minutes long” in a recent social media post, so make sure that you have about an hour free if you want to follow along as it all happens.
Nintendo Switch 2 Direct live countdown
Knowing the start time is all well and good, but here’s a live countdown showing you exactly how many hours and minutes are left to go.
How to watch the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct
As is the case with most official Nintendo streams, the most reliable and popular to watch the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct is via the official Nintendo YouTube channel.
It will also be streaming on Twitch if that’s your preference.
Nintendo Switch 2 Direct final predictions
With the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct almost here, I’m very keen to lock in some final predictions.
Starting with a safe bet, I think that the next Mario Kart will be shown in detail and is very likely to be a launch title. I suspect that it will be joined by some other major Nintendo franchises, most probably a new 3D Super Mario game.
Third-party games will also be shown, likely an Elden Ring port or a Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy 7 Remake if those persistent rumors are accurate.
I believe that the Nintendo Switch 2’s features will be detailed too, with a breakdown of what exactly the Switch 2 can do. This could include showing off the rumored mouse mode, which seems all be officially confirmed at this point.
I would also put money on both a pre-order and release window being announced, plus pricing information for each region.
What kind of prices are we expecting? TechRadar Gaming predicts that the Nintendo Switch 2 will cost $399.99 / £349.99 / AU$699.95 – though this is just careful speculation for now.
Dashiell Wood
As the Hardware Writer at TechRadar Gaming, it’s my job to guide you through the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct. I’m a huge Nintendo fan, spending hundreds of hours hands-on with lots of Nintendo consoles and over three years of experience writing about games for major magazines and websites.
