Nintendo has officially announced that the upcoming Nintendo Direct focused on the highly anticipated Switch 2 will run for approximately 60 minutes. This lengthy showcase indicates that Nintendo has an abundance of exciting information to unveil to eager fans.

During previous presentations, Nintendo teased several key features of the Switch 2, including a sneak peek at the highly rumored Mario Kart 9, along with a new 'mouse' mode for the innovative Joy-Con controllers. However, many questions still loom, such as the purpose of the newly introduced 'C' button on the Joy-Con, the console's processing power, and the functions of its new ports.

Fans are eagerly awaiting the full launch lineup of Switch 2 games, as well as the official release date, which is expected to fall between June and September 2025. Analysts speculate that the price for the new console will be around $400, prompting even more anticipation for the Direct.

The excitement surrounding the Switch 2 isn't just about the hardware; gamers are already buzzing about potential titles. Notably, there are rumors of several third-party games in the pipeline, with Firaxis, the developer behind Civilization 7, calling the Joy-Con's mouse mode "definitely intriguing." Furthermore, French game developer Nacon has announced that they have games ready for the Switch 2, including titles like Greedfall 2 and RoboCop: Rogue City. Fans of the indie scene are also hoping for the long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong to make its debut on the new platform. Major franchises from EA, including Madden and The Sims, are also rumored to be a perfect fit for the Switch 2.

Adding to the excitement, Nintendo's recent announcement of a new feature allowing users to share games between systems using Virtual Game Cards has raised questions about how this might work with the Switch 2, indicated by fine print on an official Nintendo page.

As if that weren't enough, Nintendo has also lined up a special presentation titled "Nintendo Treehouse: Live | Nintendo Switch 2," scheduled for April 3 and 4 at 7 AM PT. This event will showcase hands-on gameplay of Switch 2 titles, further fueling anticipation for the console's future.

Stay tuned as the details unfold – the Switch 2 might just revolutionize gaming as we know it!