Nintendo has begun sending out confirmation emails to lucky fans who applied for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events, which are set to take place globally. The excitement was palpable on social media platforms like Twitter (X), where fans shared their confirmation emails from Nintendo, received on January 27, 2025. The registration window for these events opened on January 17, 2025, following the reveal of the Switch 2 trailer, and closed on January 26, 2025. A free Nintendo Account was necessary for registration, and Nintendo provided detailed rules and guidelines on their website for those selected to attend.
For those who didn't make the initial cut, Nintendo has also sent out emails with information about waitlists, which will open on January 29, 2025, at 4 PM ET / 3 PM CT / 1 PM PT. This gives fans another chance to participate if new spots become available or if current ticket holders cancel.
Starting April 4, 2025, Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events will be held in various locations worldwide, offering attendees a hands-on opportunity to test games on the new console. Here's where and when you can join the fun:
Mark your calendars for April 2, 2025, when the next Nintendo Direct will spotlight the Nintendo Switch 2. According to Nintendo's official website, this Direct will provide fans with "a closer look at Nintendo Switch 2." Details on the broadcast time and platforms will be shared on Nintendo's official website and social media accounts closer to the date.
The Nintendo Switch 2 trailer has confirmed a 2025 release, though the exact date remains under wraps. For more information about the console, be sure to visit our dedicated Switch 2 page.