Nintendo Switch 2 will be announced at the Direct incident: When and How to Watch

The Nintendo Direct event is set to begin this evening. During it, the handheld gaming system manufacturer will provide a closer look at the next-generation Nintendo Switch 2. Additionally, Nintendo is scheduled to announce specifics about the game console this evening, with a later release date.

Technology and gaming fans may be keen to learn more about the Nintendo Switch 2.  Here's when and where people may view the Nintendo Direct event live.

How to watch the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct?

Nintendo will announce the new handheld at the Nintendo Direct on April 4 at 6:00 a.m. PT or 6:30 p.m. IST, with the live stream lasting 60 minutes. You can watch it via the YouTube link provided below. Nintendo will answer many of the most pressing queries gamers have about the upcoming console, including performance capabilities compared to the original Nintendo Switch, whether original Nintendo Switch games will receive an updated Nintendo Switch 2 version, the console's main features, Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive launch games, and the specifications.

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While the complete technological specifications are yet unknown, conjecture based on a leaked patent claims the new console would incorporate AI-based upscaling technologies. This could be a proprietary technology developed by Nintendo or NVIDIA's DLSS, which is frequently utilized to improve graphics performance.

One of the most anticipated announcements at the event is the official release date and pricing information. Although rumors suggest a $400 price tag, the addition of enhanced technology and features may result in a somewhat higher initial pricing.  All eyes will be on Nintendo as it prepares for the next installment in its handheld gaming lineup.

This sounds like we'll be seeing some brief trailer-like peeks at actual games during today's Direct, followed by more extensive and maybe uncut video of select titles during the Treehouse streaming the next few days.  The question is whether the games on show will be Switch 2 exclusives or titles that are known to be coming to both Switch 1 and Switch 2, such as the next Metroid game.

FAQs About Nintendo Switch 2

Q. When is the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct?

Ans. The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct will take place on April 2 at 6 a.m. PT/9 a.m. ET.

Q. Where can I watch the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct?

Ans. The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct will be broadcast live on YouTube and other official Nintendo channels online; you may watch it above as well.

Q. How long will the Switch 2 Direct be?

Ans. Nintendo has announced that the Switch 2 Direct will last roughly 60 minutes.

Q. When will Switch 2 be released?

Ans. Most people believe the Switch 2 will be released in June, with others predicting even earlier, but we'll probably find out for sure at today's Nintendo Direct.

Q. When do Switch 2 pre-orders start?

Ans. Preorders for Switch 2 will begin as early as today at online stores, while previously leaked documents from a major US retailer indicated that Switch 2 preorders would go live on April 9, 2025.  Again, we'll probably know for sure today.