Nintendo Switch 2 Launching Today: Where to Watch the Direct and What’s Coming

After years of waiting and months of rumors, Nintendo is finally lifting the curtain on the Switch 2. The company is holding a Nintendo Direct today, where the much-anticipated successor to the original Switch will be officially revealed.

The event is set to stream at 6:30 PM IST and will run for an hour—plenty of time to dive into the new handheld.

A Familiar Look, but With Some New Tricks

Nintendo has confirmed that the new model will be larger, faster, and more battery efficient than its predecessor. The Switch 2 keeps the hybrid approach-handheld and docked gaming-but introduces a larger 8-inch display, an upgrade over the original's 6.2-inch screen and even the 7-inch OLED model. It now puts the device in the same category as competitors like the Steam Deck OLED and Lenovo Legion Go S, both popular among serious handheld gamers.

The Joy-Cons are sticking around, but they’re evolving—Nintendo hinted they might also work as mouse-like inputs for PCs, which could open up new use cases outside of gaming.

There’s also mention of a mysterious new 'C’ button, though what it actually does is still under wraps.

Backward Compatibility and AI Tech Could Be Game-Changers

One of the more reassuring details is backward compatibility with current Switch games—good news for anyone with a hefty digital library. On the technical side, there’s been talk of AI-powered upscaling.

A leaked patent suggests Nintendo might be using its own tech or possibly NVIDIA’s DLSS to make games look better without demanding more from the hardware. It’s still speculation, but it could signal a shift in how Nintendo approaches performance.

Launch Timing and Pricing Still a Question

As for when you’ll actually be able to buy one—Nintendo hasn’t said yet. However, experience events are scheduled through June 1, so a summer launch window seems likely. The rumored price? Around $400, though nothing’s confirmed.