The anticipation for the Switch 2 is building, with more details set to be unveiled in just a few days. However, Nintendo decided to keep the focus on the original Switch with a special Direct presentation today, delivering a flurry of exciting announcements for the groundbreaking handheld hybrid console just before its successor takes the stage.
The stream was packed with highlights for the original Switch, including fresh footage of eagerly awaited titles such as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokémon Legends Z-A. Fans of classic series were treated to announcements of sequels to beloved games like Tomodachi Life and Rhythm Heaven. Additionally, Nintendo unveiled new features for the Switch and shared general updates, setting the stage for next week's Switch 2 Direct.
It's clear that there's still plenty of life left in the original Switch, and it's highly probable that all the newly announced games will be compatible with the upcoming Switch 2. Today's Direct was brimming with updates on both familiar and new titles, so here's a comprehensive headline-by-headline summary of everything revealed at the March 2025 Nintendo Direct. Which announcements caught your eye the most? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
