Mario Kart World Direct: Nintendo Announces 15-Minute Switch 2 Presentation on April 17

Nintendo fans eager for new details on the next evolution of Mario Kart can mark their calendars: the gaming giant has officially announced that the upcoming Mario Kart World Direct will air on Thursday, April 17.

The highly anticipated presentation promises to deliver an in-depth look at Mario Kart World, the new title exclusively developed for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Nintendo has confirmed the broadcast will run for approximately 15 minutes, offering substantial gameplay reveals and insights about the next chapter in the long-running racing franchise. Scheduled to go live at 6am PT / 9am ET / 2pm BST / 3pm CEST, the Mario Kart World Direct aims to showcase features tailored specifically to the upgraded hardware of the Nintendo Switch 2.

This aligns with Nintendo’s ongoing commitment to delivering innovative gaming experiences with every generation of its hardware.

The event will be accessible through the official Nintendo Direct website and the Nintendo UK YouTube channel, where fans can watch the livestream in real time.

For those preferring mobile access, streaming will also be available on smart devices using the Nintendo Today! app, which is free to download from both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. In an official statement, Nintendo explained that the broadcast "will provide a comprehensive look at Mario Kart World, designed exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2," summarizing the key focus of the presentation.

The company’s announcement highlights the intent to give fans a meaningful preview of the enhancements and new gameplay mechanics poised to define the first major Mario Kart release since Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, which itself achieved best-selling status on the Nintendo Switch platform. This Mario Kart World Direct marks a significant milestone for Nintendo, reflecting the company’s tradition of using dedicated Direct presentations to inform and excite its global audience.

The broadcasting approach mirrors the successful formula used for previous game reveals and hardware launches, further cementing Nintendo Direct’s role as a primary platform for industry news and announcements.

As anticipation builds, fans and industry watchers will be tuning in to see how the franchise evolves on Nintendo’s latest hardware. Be sure to visit the Nintendo Direct website or the Nintendo UK YouTube channel on April 17 to catch all the Mario Kart World news as it unfolds, and stay connected via the Nintendo Today! app for live updates and content.

Mario Kart World promises to be a highlight of the Nintendo Switch 2’s launch library, carrying forward the legacy of one of Nintendo’s most iconic franchises.

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