Overview

• Nintendo Switch 2 is confirmed to launch on June 5, 2025, marking the company's first new console release in years.
• A new Nintendo Direct is reportedly planned around the Switch 2's release, with speculation it could occur during or shortly after launch week.
• Upcoming games for the Switch 2 in 2025 include Donkey Kong Bananza, Drag X Drive, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and Pokémon Legends Z-A, though not all have set release dates.
• The Switch 2 will introduce text-to-speech functionality in Game Chat and updates for existing Switch games, such as resolution boosts and GameShare support.
• Nintendo has historically used June to make significant announcements, fueling expectations for major reveals during the rumored Direct.