With the Nintendo Switch 2 now less than two weeks away from launch, it's rumored a Nintendo Direct may be coming soon. The most recent full Direct, which was focused on the Switch 2's announcement, took place early April, with a Mario Kart World-focused Direct following on April 17.

According to journalist Pedro Henrique Lutti Lippe, who made the claim during a livestream this past weekend, Nintendo could be holding another Nintendo Direct around the console's launch on June 5 (via VGC).

Allegedly, the Nintendo Direct could happen this week or next week. No information has been provided about what could be shown. It remains to be seen if this alleged Nintendo Direct will happen, but given the source's reputation and Nintendo's history with its presentation timings and format, it seems like a safe bet.

How Credible Is This Leak?

Nothing Is Concrete, But It Seems Likely

Lippe has previously shared accurate information about Nintendo’s plans. He correctly revealed that the Switch 2 would be revealed in 2025, when several leaks and rumors were pointing towards an end-of-the-year 2024 launch. Additionally, Nintendo has had at least one June Nintendo Direct almost every year since 2011. As far as what could be shown at the event, that part is still a mystery, but with the looming launch of the console, it could be focused on Switch 2 hardware, Mario Kart World again, or Donkey Kong Bananza, which releases July 11.

There are also several Switch and Switch 2 games that are scheduled for release this year that do not have concrete dates, like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokémon Legends: Z-A. There's also the possibility that multiple live streams in June could be on the table. The Switch 1 got a Nintendo Direct event on April 12, 2017, a little over one month post-release, and focused on multiple projects.

A Direct Near Nintendo Switch 2's Launch Makes Sense

Another Opportunity To Show Why Fans Should Buy The Switch 2

Nintendo hosting a livestream event near a console's release would be far from unprecedented. It's almost expected at this point. While this rumor is unconfirmed as of right now, it's a safe bet that we will see another Nintendo Direct soon. The Switch 2 reveal was surrounded by controversy, mainly regarding the price tags of the console and certain games. Despite the console releasing in 10 days, we still don't know a lot about 2025's vision for the Switch 2, other than Nintendo's game release strategy.

It's also worth noting that Summer Game Fest is right around the corner, with an Xbox Showcase scheduled for June 8. It's also rumored that a PlayStation State of Play might also be happening soon. No matter the case, whether we see a Nintendo Direct soon or not, the excitement about the release of the Nintendo Switch 2 is growing.

Source: VGC