The Nintendo Switch 2 release date is official and the console launches this June
Mark your calendars!

- The Nintendo Switch 2 launches on June 5, 2025
- Mario Kart World will be an exclusive launch title
- The news comes from the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Showcase today
Nintendo has announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 will launch on June 5, 2025.
The news comes from the long-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Showcase today, where it was confirmed that the Switch successor will arrive this summer.
Earlier on in the broadcast, Nintendo revealed Mario Kart World alongside a gameplay trailer, confirming that it will be an exclusive Switch 2 launch title.
We'll keep you updated on pricing and preorder details once Nintendo announces them.
In comparison, the original Switch started at $259.99 / £259.99 / AUD$435, and the Nintendo Switch OLED launched at $349.99 / £309.99 / AU$539.95.
Considering the leap in current-gen tech like the PS5 to PS5 Pro, TechRadar Gaming initially predicted the Switch 2 to cost around $399.99 / £349.99 / AU$699.95 or lower.
Today's Direct was just the start, as Nintendo has announced that it will be airing two Treehouse presentations this week, offering a new look at Switch 2 gameplay.
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The first broadcast will air on April 3 at 7AM PT / 9AM ET / 2PM BST, and the second will take place at the same time on April 4.
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