Excitement is building as Nintendo confirms the next *Nintendo Direct* event will take place on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at 6am PT (9am ET / 2pm UK time). This presentation promises to offer a much-anticipated "closer look" at the upcoming *Switch 2*, following its brief teaser last month.

That initial reveal gave us our first glimpse of the console's design, a sneak peek at what appears to be *Mario Kart 9*, and even a curious new ‘mouse’ mode for the updated Joy-Con controllers. However, several key details remain under wraps. Gamers are eager to learn more about the mysterious new Joy-Con button, the system’s internal specs, and the purpose of its newly added ports.

What We Still Want to Know

Despite the early buzz, many questions persist:

• What exactly does the new Joy-Con button do?
• How powerful is the Switch 2 compared to current hardware?
• What are the functions of the new ports on the console and controllers?
• What is the full scope of backward compatibility?

Additionally, fans are eagerly awaiting confirmation of the launch lineup, release window (expected between June and September 2025), and—perhaps most importantly—the official price tag, which industry analysts believe could land around $400.

Games Incoming

Rumors continue to circulate about an impressive lineup of third-party titles reportedly in development for the Switch 2. Among them are potential heavy hitters like Civilization VII, with developer Firaxis expressing interest in the console’s innovative mouse mode. French publisher Nacon has also confirmed that they have titles ready for launch, including anticipated games like *Greedfall 2*, *Test Drive Unlimited*, and *RoboCop: Rogue City*.

Meanwhile, indie darling *Hollow Knight: Silksong* is rumored to be targeting the new hardware, and EA recently hinted that franchises like *Madden*, *FC*, and *The Sims* would be a perfect fit for the Switch 2 experience.

With the [ttpp] fast approaching, all eyes will be on Nintendo to deliver the clarity and details fans have been waiting for. Whether you're already prepping your wallet or want to see more before making a decision, this upcoming Nintendo Direct could be the turning point in your console upgrade journey.