Hard to be as excited for this date when I’ve got Xenoblade Cheonicles X already.
Don’t get me wrong, I’m still looking forward to it, but my excitement has subsided.

Verry curious even thou i almost never play on my switch

From what I’ve read out there, the only confirmed Mario game at launch will be Mario Kart 9. Hopefully that is wrong as I wouldn’t pick it up at launch otherwise

I hope there's a version of Metroid Prime 4 on Switch 2 that looks like a generational leap over the Switch game. Think: A 'Gamecube Prime-to-Switch Prime' level of difference. That would certainly explain that tweet about Prime 4 stealing the show at the Direct.

Also very interested to see how the next 3D Mario is and if there is indeed some kind of Zelda remake on the horizon, then I'm hoping it's for Ocarina of Time.

No confirmation yet if Mario Kart will be a launch title. But it's all but confirmed. It would be really strange to show it as the first Switch 2 title if it's not there at launch. 

3D Mario still seems really likely this year, and I'm betting on a reveal during the Direct. I don't think it will be there at launch, though. Mario Kart is the bigger game in terms of sales and 3D Mario can be spread out a bit. 

Cant wait

Will be my first day 1/pre-order console (assuming I can get it locked in)

Hoping for a performance boost for Switch 1 games.

imagining TTYD Remake & TotK @60fps…man i really hope Nintendo’s planning some software performance boosts for NSW games.

Since we're now a little over a week away, I think I should post some predictions/secret fanboy wishlist

• Direct opens with Hardware introduction by Yoshiaki Koizumi. Starts off by thanking players for enjoying Nintendo Switch and ensures that their games and accessories will be compatible with Nintendo Switch 2.
• Introduces Nintendo Switch 2 formally, describes the basic play styles that carry over from the original Switch, gives a brief mention of greater power.
• Faster loading times are a key new feature. Switch 2 can load data and game elements much quicker than original system, Koizumi says this can allow for new game-play possibilities.
• Introduces the all new Joy-Clap controllers. The successor to the Joy-Con that physically clap onto the system via an electromagnet system. Koizumi emphasizes the difference by comparing Switch 1 Joy-Con's snap, to Switch 2 Joy-Clap's clap.
• Refined control sticks and a larger size compared to Joy-Con are emphasized
• Each Joy-Clap has an optical sensor on the inside, allowing for mouse-like controls in compatible games
• New Joy-Clap strap revealed, Koizumi mentions both upgraded motion controls and HD Rumble
• The all-new CastLink feature, represented by the new CastLink button on the right Joy-Clap, is an all new form of wireless connectivity that allows Switch 2 to wirelessly stream local wireless multiplayer games to nearby Switch 2 systems using only one copy of a game, allowing for unique multi-screen experiences. It can also broadcast gameplay footage of what you're currently playing to Switch 2 and Switch 1 consoles, as well as Smartphones in the local area. Online broadcasting will be available after launch.

• Game segments are introduced via Koizumi and devs clapping
• Brand new Fire Emblem game revealed. First look at the true power of the new machine, planned for a 2025 release
• Kousuke Yabuki introduces Mario Kart X. The first brand new Mario Kart game on consoles in over a decade, trailer shows off new features, expanded courses, and brand new items. Cross-gen with Switch 1, coming 2025
• Hisashi Nogami introduces Splatoon Underground, a fresh new take on the Splatoon franchise with a revamped art-style, grittier tone, and a new tabletop control scheme with the right Joy-Clap in mouse mode.
• Indie debut from a brand new studio, game is a timed console exclusive to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2
• Sega comes in to debut Jet Set Radio (2026). A from-the-ground-up remake of the original game with new mechanics, smoother gameplay, and an all-new soundtrack. Cross-Gen with Switch 1, coming 2026
• Trailer for another indie game
• The Big Catch, coming first to consoles on Switch 1 and 2, includes an optional Joy-Clap/Joy-Con motion control scheme with the fighing rod.
• Shinya Takahashi comes in to explain what Nintendo developers can do with Switch 2's new innovative features. Introduces two brand new games that utilize the new hardware.
• One new game, FormShapers, based on the Nintendo Switch Online playtest from last year, is built around leveraging CastLink, cross-gen with Switch 1.
• The other, a New IP from Kaori Ando and EPD Group 1, is built to take advantage of the Joy-Clap's enhanced motion controls
• Donkey Kong Jungle Smash. Spiritual Successor to Donkey Kong Jungle Beat with a unique Detached Joy-Clap/Joy-Con control scheme, featuring a redesigned Donkey Kong. Cross-gen with Switch 1, Coming 2025
• Teaser featuring Travis Touchdown... No More Heroes IV, now in development
• Marvel Rivals confirmed for Switch 2, supports gyro aim and mouse aim, releases 2025
• Atlus announces brand new Truama Center game. Designed to be played with either touch screen, or Joy-Clap in mouse position, 2025
• Square Enix reveals a brand new IP. Action RPG, coming 2025
• Viewtiful Joe 3 from Capcom, the first brand new entry in the series in 20 years, coming 2025
• Elden Ring Complete Edition, includes all DLC and new Switch 2 exclusive features. cross-gen with Switch 1, 2025
• Sega reveals the entire Like a Dragon era of Yakuza is coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2
• Shigeru Miyamoto pops in to tell us about a special announcement... A brand new Star Fox game, coming exclusively to Switch 2
• Tease of the new home menu leading right into...
• Clap Park. An introduction game to the brand new play styles of Switch 2 including CastLink, quicker loading times, and the new Joy-Clap controllers, pre-installed onto every system.
• Various third parties show up and praise Switch 2's power, new controllers, and wireless features. Various games such as Metaphor, Persona 3 Reload, Tekken 8, Street Fighter 6, Civilization VII, Assasin's Creed Mirage, Final Fantasy VII Remake + Rebirth, Valorant, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4, Zenless Zone Zero, Genshin Impact, among others shown to be coming via a sizzle reel.
• Nintendo Switch 2 launches June 12th for $399.
• Direct ends with Koizumi reminding us to sign up for Nintendo Switch 2 experience events across the country. And leaves us with one more announcement Clap...
• Metroid Prime 4: Beyond shown again, coming to Switch 2 with a brand new mouse control scheme. Launches alongside Switch 2 on June 12th.

It depends if you mean launch or just the general launch window.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe didn't release until a month after the Switch and still became it's bestselling game. Mario Kart 9 could come out months after the Switch 2 and will still be a massive system-seller.

It would be strange though if they had this many years to develop a new game and it still wasn't ready by the launch of their new system. Unless they had some other reason to delay it's release, like wanting to showcase a different title for Switch 2's launch.

I was getting caught in semantics, I guess. Even on the off chance it's not a launch title, it will very much be a launch window title available 3 months or so after launch. Maybe 6 months at most.