On Thursday, Nintendo's Nintendo Direct update presentation was filled with gaming news, such as new info about Metroid Prime 4, the return of the Rhythm Heaven series and two PlayStation franchises making their way to the Switch: Patapon and Everybody's Golf. Nintendo didn't offer any news about the Switch 2, which will be revealed on April 2, but the company is releasing an app for fans to keep up with the latest Nintendo news. Nintendo Today is the company's new mobile app, available on the App Store and Google Play Store. It's free for anyone with a Nintendo account and a smartphone or tablet. Nintendo's new app will have daily updates about the Switch 2 and games, plus fun videos and comic strips on Nintendo characters. An animated calendar based on a Nintendo theme, such as Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda and Animal Crossing, will be available to keep track of upcoming dates. The app will also have an event schedule to track the next Nintendo Direct, when games come out and in-game events. Nintendo says the app will also be where to get the latest update on the Switch 2 after its big reveal event next week. Once the app is downloaded, it will link to your Nintendo account. Once you're signed in, the app will ask what franchises you're interested in: Mario, Zelda, Xenoblade Chronicles, Wario, Pikmin, Metroid, Fire Emblem or the classic Nintendo games. A feed will be created featuring the latest Nintendo news and more about the specific games, such as artwork, info about characters from the game selected and video clips, including some from The Legend of Zelda orchestra concert. The app also allows widgets to be placed on the device's home screen, and it has wallpapers. The Nintendo Today app comes at just the right time for the company. The Switch 2 is one of the biggest gaming events of the year, and it's just a few days away. Those interested in the console are still waiting on news, such as what games will be available, when they can preorder it and how much the Switch 2 will cost.