When is the next Nintendo Direct? Confirmed date and what to expect
The day of the Switch 2 Direct is upon us!
With the Nintendo Switch 2 release date fast approaching, Nintendo is really ramping things up with their Directs.
As we gear up for the third one this month alone, there's a seemingly endless amount of info that we still don't know about the new console and all its games.
Nintendo has talked everything from launch titles to new specs, but this upcoming Direct will be much more focused on a specific title.
With some criticism from fans on the Switch 2 price, Nintendo will be keen to make sure they're showing the console off in all its glory to get them back on board.
So, if you're excited to check out what Nintendo has in store for us in the next Direct, read on!
When is the next Nintendo Direct?
Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct will take place on 17th April 2025. That's today, fact fans!
This was announced during the Switch 2 Direct that took place earlier this month.
Keep reading for more key details!
What time will Nintendo Direct start in the UK?
The Nintendo Direct will take place at 2pm UK time on 17th April 2025.
It will be entirely focused on the upcoming Mario Kart World, with new info about the game set to be released in the run up to the Nintendo Switch 2 release date.
This was all confirmed by Nintendo in their previous Switch 2 direct which dropped a ton of info about the new console.
How to watch Nintendo Direct in the UK
Today's Nintendo Direct will be shown on the official Nintendo YouTube channels.
We've included the UK channel above, so you should be able to tune in there.
When 2pm arrives, click into that player and prepare to be blown away (hopefully).
What will be shown at the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct?
Nintendo has revealed that the next Nintendo Switch 2 Direct will take a closer look at the upcoming Mario Kart World.
During previous Nintendo Treehouse streams, we've been shown footage of the game, introducing us to the knew Knockout Tour mode.
We've also had a look at how the new Game Chat functionality fits in with Mario Kart World's multiplayer.
We wouldn't be surprised to see a more in-depth look at these features, but there's plenty of other stuff to have a look at too.
The same Nintendo Treehouse stream mentioned that there would be 84 characters, which includes costume variants for many characters, so we could see a bit more of a showcase on these skins.
Additionally, while we've heard a bit about the Forza-like free roam mode, we've not seen too much about it, so there could be some more info there.
There may also be some entirely new features that we haven't heard anything about yet, so there's plenty to get excited for!
As for the game itself, we got the chance to try it out for ourselves at a recent Switch 2 event, so check out our thoughts in the video below!
Check out more of our Nintendo Switch 2 coverage:
- Nintendo Switch 2 price - how much does it cost?
- Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders - where to buy
- Nintendo Switch 2 vs original Switch - what are the differences?
- Nintendo Switch 2 reveal trailer - see the console here
- Nintendo Switch 2 Experience - how to try out the new console in person
- Do Switch 2 games work on Switch 1? - are there Switch 2 exclusives?
- Switch 2 backwards compatibility explained - can you play OG Switch games on Switch 2?
- Switch 2 games - confirmed and predicted games
- Mario Kart 9 - everything we know!
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Authors
Jon Nicholson is a Freelance Gaming Writer, specialising in the Call of Duty franchise. He previously worked for Gfinity, GGRecon and Red Bull writing a variety of gaming news and guides. Alongside his previous work, he's a Freelance News Writer for Esports Insider.
Cole Luke is a freelance journalist and video producer who contributes to RadioTimes.com's Gaming section. He also has bylines for Digital Foundry, PC Gamer, Network N and more.
