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Nintendo just hosted its widely anticipated Switch 2 Direct with a few missing pieces of information – the price and the pre-order date. We know the system is releasing on June 5, 2025, but it has just issued a press release offering up the official price and pre-order dates now! 

Nintendo has now released an official new teaser video specifically showcasing the new “C” button on Switch 2, and right on the morning the highly-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 Direct will go live. The day has finally come and it will only be a matter of hours before the scheduled Switch 2 Direct presentation goes live at 9 a.m. ET, so we will keep this one short and sweet. 

Update: Nintendo has officially announced $450 price for Switch 2, $500 Mario Kart bundle, and pre-orders start next week!

The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct goes live today. After months of questions and speculation, Nintendo will take the virtual stage this morning to fully reveal the Nintendo Switch 2. After a first-look official trailer finally ended years of waiting back in January, Nintendo is set to host a lengthy Direct event this morning on Switch 2 and it’s all set to go live in just a few hours time now. 

Update: According to the official Nintendo Today! app, the Treehouse presentations detailed below will last for 4 hours and 3 hours, respectively. 

As you already know from our Countdown to Nintendo Switch 2 Direct feature this morning, the show is set to go live tomorrow morning and we now have some additional official details. Nintendo has now issued a press release and some extra details to look forward to on its official X (Twitter) page regarding not just the Switch 2 Direct, but also some follow up coverage that will highlight gameplay. 

The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct goes live in just over 24 hours now. After years of rumors, leaks, and speculation that finally culminated in an official reveal of the next-generation of Nintendo gaming earlier this year, the flagpole for this stage of the Switch 2 launch is just over the next hill folks! All of the details you need on the Switch 2 Direct are waiting down below alongside everything we know thus far on pre-order dates and a quick look back at the major announcements over the last couple months await below. 

While it hasn’t been as jam-packed as past months, LEGO has a solid selection of heavy-hitting building sets landing on shelves now that the clock has officially ticked over to April. It’s a nice little mix of reality and fantasy this month, and we’re dropping our rundown so you can shop to your heart’s content all in one place – plus the GWP options too! These sets are releasing across six different days – three early days for Insiders and three later dates for the general public. Head below for a look at all the new LEGO sets that are available this April 2025.

Update 4/1: You will now see the official Switch 2 teaser video these images were pulled from yesterday inside of the Nintendo Today! app. 

Well folks, we are less than 48 hours out from the official Switch 2 Direct showcase, and Nintendo has finally served up another official image of Switch 2….sort of. The Nintendo Today! app in the U.S. still shows the “2 Days to gGo” teaser video that isn’t particularly interesting, but folks in the Japanese timezone are already seeing the “1 Day to Go” image, and it’s a new one that shows the Switch 2 in three different forms. 

Our countdown to the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct continues today and, after going over the pre-order details, Switch 2 enhanced games, colorway options, the new 3D Mario game, leaked details on the upcoming Zelda releases, and the spring/early summer launch expectations, today we are talking controllers – more specifically the Switch 2 Pro Controller. Details on the new Joy-Con have come to light via new official renders in the Nintendo Today! app alongside a host of seemingly official patent filings, but the seemingly inevitable Switch 2 Pro Controller remains (mostly) elusive. 

Holiday season is when console makers tend to ship a ton of units. They’re a popular gift idea that’s pretty much guaranteed to be a slam dunk no matter which age group you’re buying for. This rings especially true with Nintendo, as it can appeal to kids, adults, and even elderly folks as well. So it’s not crazy to wonder why Nintendo would release Switch 2 during the spring or summer. Continue reading to find out what time of year Nintendo and other console makers tend to unleash their new systems.

Our countdown to the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct rolls on and today we are turning our attention back to the games. The internet has been ablaze the last few days with a string of pre-order date leaks – Best Buy says they begin on April 2 right after the Direct showcase and leaked internal documents say April 9…we will see – but whenever it releases (likely June), it’s really all about the games, and if you’re not talking Mario and friends, you’re talking Zelda. 

Update 6/9: Nintendo has now official delayed the release of the live-action Zelda movie – not by all much though:

This is Miyamoto. For production reasons, we are changing the release date of the live-action film of The Legend of Zelda to May 7, 2027. It will be some weeks later than the release timing we originally announced, and we will take the extra time to make the film as good as it can be. Thank you for your patience.

Way back in November of 2023 Nintendo issued an open letter on behalf of itself and Sony Pictures to announce that a live-action Zelda film was in the works. Details and development updates on the project have been largely quiet since then, but it has now confirmed an official release for the upcoming live-action Zelda movie! 

Turtle Beach is out with its first accessory in its sim racing ecosystem – the VelocityOne Multi-Shift. And much like its base sim racing package, the Multi-Shift is a multi-purpose shifter that can be set up as an h-pattern shifter, sequential shifter, or a handbrake. It can even be configured for up to 14 gears with a high and low mode. But, like I found in my full VelocityOne Race review, is it trying to do too much? Let’s check it out. 

Nintendo Switch is nearly a decade old at this point, and honestly, I’m very impressed by just how good some games look and perform given the constraints of its dated hardware. That being said, frame drops and stuttering are apparent at times, and I’m wondering if Switch 2 could resolve these issues for existing games. While we won’t know for certain until the next generation Switch is out in the wild, that can’t stop us from hoping and speculating for the time being.

Our countdown to the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct continues today with a closer look at the launch games, and more specifically the rumors, leaks, and details on the upcoming 3D Mario game. We are now just 6 days away from the full reveal of Nintendo Switch 2 and more than likely the first-party games it will be launching with (in what is likely just a couple months now) so let’s dive in. 

Today, on this new edition of our 9to5Toys Travel Kit series, we’re taking a quick look at some gear I’m packing into a small kit for a week-long trip to Europe with a couple of long-haul flights. I’m going light on the tech front as this is more of a vacation than a work assignment, but I’ll still have all the essentials to keep my devices charged and my things in check. Head below to find what I’m packing in my leather sling bag, particularly the gear that’ll help me through those long flights.

What are Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games? While today’s Nintendo Direct wasn’t the presentation we have all been waiting on (for years now), there were some exciting announcements and new game footage for some highly anticipated titles. It debuted the new Nintendo Today! app you can download for FREE right now as well as the new Virtual Game Cards – a system where by you can lend digital games and load up titles on two different Switch consoles. But there’s also some potentially interesting mentions of Switch 2 games in the fine print here. 

Update 4/2: Alongside the new images we featured 2 days ago, the new Nintendo Today! app has once again been updated with a new Switch 2 teaser video for Direct day specifically highlighting the “C” button. If Nintendo waited for the final day to specifically highlight the “C” button, chances are this is perhaps a more significant new feature than any of us might have ever thought. You’ll find the new images waiting down below. 

It has been a busy day in Nintendo Switch news – Best Buy might have leaked the pre-order date this morning and we just got whole slew of updates on new games courtesy of this morning’s Nintendo Direct presentation. As part of this morning’s showcase, Nintendo unveiled the new Virtual Game Cards as well as an all-new Android and iOS app known as Nintendo Today! Alongside daily updates on all things Nintendo sent directly to your smartphone, it also just revealed the mysterious “C” button. Head below for more details. 

Update 3/28: Internal documents from a major US retailer has purportedly just leaked official Switch 2 pre-order date that differs from the date mentioned below.

Update: Best Buy has removed the announcement with the purported leak…there are also reports sourced from other retailers suggesting this date was mentioned in error.

Heads up folks, Best Buy might have just leaked the official pre-order date for Nintendo Switch 2! An official Best Buy Canada announcement, that will likely get taken down at any minute, just specifically stated that pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 will officially go live on April 2. 

The Backbone One has been lauded as one of the better mobile gaming controllers for iOS and Android users for quite some time, and today it is officially introducing its new Xbox Edition. Adorning eye-catching transparent green aesthetics – we really love the look here, Backbone says this isn’t just any mobile controller, but rather one that’s an extension of Xbox itself. Now available for purchase directly from Backbone, you can get a closer look and more details down below. 

Journey is brand best known for all things Apple gear accessories, from chargers and MagSafe gear, to Find My tracker-equipped wallets, and more, but today it is introducing REEVUS – a new insulated stainless steel tumbler with Apple Find My, wireless charging, and built-in MagSafe stand. Best of all, you can score one today with an early 15% off launch deal. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

The next Nintendo Direct showcase goes live today folks. Yesterday Nintendo officially announced a new, second Direct set to broadcast to the Mushroom Kingdom this morning ahead of next week’s prime time show where it will fully reveal the next-generation Switch 2 – just six days and counting now. This morning’s show will be entirely focused on Switch games, delivering 30 straight minutes of upcoming titles and you can follow along with us below. 

The rumors were true. It’s not the Switch 2 Direct we are all waiting for but Nintendo’s has decided it will host a new Direct presentation to focus on 30 minutes of new Switch games this week too. The whole thing kicks off tomorrow morning and we have all of the details for you down below. 

While I have purchased just about every major game console over the last 15 years or so, I’ve arguably owned more Nintendo Switch consoles than any other. This is due to the fact that not only do standard, Lite, and OLED models exist, but also a bunch of different colorways. Nintendo is one of the rare instances where I allow myself to splurge with color, and Switch 2 so far has been a letdown. Continue reading to find out why I think we could see more colorways sooner rather than later.

The Amazon Big Spring Sale is now live and bursting at the seams with major price drops across just about all major categories. We have already uncovered some seriously notable price drops on everything from big-ticket tech items to essentials for under $25, but, needless to say, with this many deals flying it can be hard to parse through the good stuff – so just let us do it for you. Welcome to our master roundup of the best Amazon Big Spring deals where you’ll find the very best deals we have scope out organized by category down below.

LEGO is bringing builders and fantasy fans some long-awaited news with the unveiling of its upcoming Icons 10354 The Lord of the Rings: The Shire set. This will certainly have all hobbit hole-dwelling enthusiasts giddy to celebrate, just remember – “No admittance except on party business!” We’re getting a look at this highly-detailed build well ahead of its April release, complete with your favorite Bag End characters getting the brick treatment alongside many scenic and iconic elements from Bilbo’s birthday. Head below to get more information on what to expect as well as browse the photos we’ve collected.

The countdown to next month’s official Switch 2 Direct is officially on – only 8 more days folks! But some details are emerging today from what appear to be sources very close to the launch of Switch 2 with details on the release date for the console, and perhaps even more interesting, a 3-stage release plan for the Switch 2 launch games. 

Nintendo dropped its new Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch OLED bundle to celebrate Mario Day! This bundle includes the best Mario has to offer and some other goodies to help sweeten the deal. However, with the unveiling of Switch 2 looming, it looks like it could be the final official Switch 1 bundle.

The Amazon 2025 Big Spring Sale goes live today folks. The now annual spring event is set to deliver seven straight days of savings with deals set to kick off today and run through until March 31 across a massive range of product categories. From sought-after tech and smart home gear to EVs, smartphone accessories, spring cleaning products, and a whole lot more, the deals will be flying starting today and we will be here to uncover the best of them. 

The Countdown to the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct rolls on: T-9 Days. There are nine days left until Nintendo takes over the internet again to fully unveil the new Nintendo Switch 2 and our countdown to the big day continues now. Yesterday we detailed everything we know about the upcoming pre-orders to get gamers ready, including some reliable sources claiming the pre-sale will begin right after the April 2 Direct presentation (all of the details you need are right here), and today we are going to be going over the most exciting early details that have been floating around on Switch 2 hardware specs – display upgrades, core graphics performance that support enhanced games, new Joy-Con features, and more. 

The Countdown to the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct has begun: T-10 Days. There are only 10 days left until Nintendo officially takes the virtual stage as part of its latest Direct presentation, and this time it’s going to be all about Nintendo Switch 2, the games, the prices, the specs, and quite possibly pre-orders. 

If you have pets like I do, keeping your floors clean can feel like a never-ending battle. The second my floors are clean, dog hair tends to magically reappear. Running a robot vacuum every day or so has really helped and the latest robot to take on this challenge has been the Saros 10R from Roborock.

“Holy Santa Claus sh!t” Just like in Step Brothers, you too can explore the dark with Night Vision Binoculars from WASOCA. Even better, you can do so in 4K with the ability to record and snap images. We got the chance to test these bad boys out for ourselves, which you can see in the full video review below.

The Nintendo Switch 2 is set to be the biggest launch in all of gaming, according experts, but we still aren’t sure about some of the major aspects of the launch and features of the console – release date, price, and specs. However some recent rumors have surfaced suggesting the new console will see a serious upgrade in the display department, just, perhaps, not the one many of us were hoping for. 

Ever wanted a backpack for your iPhone? No, not a backpack to put your iPhone in, an actual iPhone backpack. The all-new Spigen Snapzip MagSafe Pouch Organizer, or mini MagSafe iPhone bag, just surfaced on Amazon at $36.99 to take the MagSafe wallet category to a whole new level. 

The hype and marketing train towards the launch of Nintendo Switch 2 rolls on today as Nintendo and the Seattle Marines have announced expansion of their long-standing relationship – the 2025 Mariners jerseys will feature a Nintendo Switch 2 logo this year. 

Yesterday Amazon officially announced its upcoming Prime Spring Deal event, and Walmart has now done much of the same. Just like during Black Friday and Prime Day events, Walmart isn’t going to let Amazon have all of the fun, having now officially announced its upcoming Super Savings Week event to take on Amazon’s upcoming Big Spring Sale. Hey below for the start times and a preview of the deals. 

I am a big proponent of metal and leather Apple Watch bands, but I do like me some more comfortable fabric models in casual situation, and the new Spigen Athlex Air immediately caught my eye when it surfaced for the first time earlier this month. The brand tends to make super affordable gear that’s much better than the price tags suggest, and now it’s time to strap one on and see if that’s true for the new Athlex Air as well. 

Why not get a workout while you’re working? It’s an option I’ve always considered as someone who works from home, but I never pulled the trigger. That is until Flexispot sent me a sample of its WPM03 Walking Treadmill, which I put through the paces (literally) and compiled my thoughts alongside a more in depth video below.

Amazon has now officially announced its upcoming Prime Spring Deal event – the Big Spring Sale. Over the last few years Amazon has hosted a pair of major summer and fall Prime Day sale events alongside its usual Black Friday and holiday sales, but it is also once running its Big Spring Sale in 2025 and it all starts on March 25. Head below for all of the details on Amazon’s next massive sale event. 

Update: LEGO has now officially announced LEGO Pokémon! You can watch the official teaser video right here.

Electrify your imagination in 2026 and get ready to build something we’ve never built with LEGO® bricks before! LEGO® Pokémon™ is a brand-new collaboration that brings your love for bricks and your love for Pokémon together. In 2026, we’re calling all Pokémon Trainers to get ready to build and catch some of their favorite Pokémon!

LEGO Pokémon is coming! We think anyway. While we can’t confirm with 100% certainty that this one is true, it very much appears as though LEGO just accidentally leaked its upcoming Pokémon collab. Reports surfaced across the internet this morning claiming LEGO just leaked its upcoming crossover with The Pokémon Company by way of a teaser video that has since been taken down – you can check it out below though. 

lululemon’s fresh new spring arrivals are here with bright colors that are ready to turn heads. Today we’re here to give you the inside scoop on what’s happening at lululemon. From ultra-lightweight leggings to sweat-wicking tops perfect for layering, lululemon’s latest collection blends luxe fabric with eye-catching aesthetics. Expect new takes on classic styles, innovative silhouettes, and limited-edition colors that capture the essence of spring. Find all of our top picks from their latest drops below and be sure to check out our fashion guide for all of today’s best sales here.

In this day and age, many people’s pets are their family and come with on trips whenever possible. Like our human loved ones, it’s important to keep animals like our dogs safe during car rides. Additionally, keeping your vehicle safe from scratches, hair, and “liquids” is important. To do this, dog car seat covers like the one I tested from Twesync with the help of my Great Pyrenees Stella checks a lot of those boxes. If you want to see more of Stella, be sure to watch my full video review below.

Just when it started to feel like the Switch 2 launch leaks were starting to slow down in favor of well-respected industry analysis and the like, a reliable leaker claims to have been told when to expect the Switch 2 launch while also providing some insight on potential third-party launch titles we haven’t heard about just yet otherwise. 

Last week Hideo Kojima took the stage at SXSW for a lengthy sit down where one of gaming’s most celebrated creators debuted a new 10-minute trailer for the upcoming Death Stranding 2: On the Beach. Alongside new details on the game and some gameplay footage, we also got caught the June 26 release date and details on the epic Collector’s Edition of the game that is set to go up for pre-order this morning. 

There have been a ton of rumors on Switch 2 ahead of the official April 2 Direct presentation, some far more reliable and interesting than others. While we had some firm new details coming by way of an FCC report as well as some hints at new features via patent filings and the like, not to mention trusted industry insiders with solid track records dishing up the goods, but a new report from Bloomberg and “analysts who regularly communicate with [Nintendo] and its software and hardware partners” might be one of the most compelling yet. 

I am not a big fan of MagSafe wallets in general, but these lockable models have been real attention grabbers around here over the last few months, and I thought it was time to see what all the fuss was about. Today we are hands-on with one of the more popular options known as the Spigen TinTap, so let’s dive in and see how this thing feels in action.

The AirTag 2 might be inbound soon, but Elevation Lab has been on a roll this year already, delivering some of the best and most interesting AirTag accessories and mounts you’ll find anywhere. You will, after all, likely need a way to repurpose and put the AirTags you already have to good use, even if you pick up the new model when it releases, and the brand has now unleashed its next add-on – the AirTag Strap Compact. Available for purchase starting from $15 Prime shipped, you can get a closer look below. 

There are more than a few burning question up on the air surrounding the launch of Nintendo’s Switch 2 – how much will it cost? What is the release date? What are the launch games? But with the way console launches went over the last generation, many folks are also asking if they’ll even be able to buy one without getting burned on eBay at exorbitant prices. There are two major factors at play here – how many units Nintendo will actually be able to get stateside before pre-orders go live and the console’s subsequent release, as well as how much overtime the scalper bots will be working when listings do go live online. Nintendo has already addressed the latter, and we might have some insight on the former courtesy of some recently surfaced information from dataminers.