Nintendo’s latest financial report has unveiled a series of exciting initiatives that promise to further expand their iconic IPs. Dive into the details to discover what's on the horizon and what this means for the eagerly awaited Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo Highlights Upcoming Releases In Report
Nintendo Direct In April
Nintendo has confirmed several first-party titles set to launch in 2025, as detailed in their recent financial report. Two eagerly anticipated games, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, are scheduled for release on January 16th and March 20th, respectively. Additionally, Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond are slated for release this year, though specific dates remain undisclosed.
While no additional projects have been announced yet, fans can look forward to the Nintendo Direct on April 2nd, 2025. The exact broadcast time will be announced later via Nintendo's official website and social media channels. Although the event is expected to focus heavily on the Nintendo Switch 2, enthusiasts are hopeful for more details on Switch 2-exclusive titles.
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Ahead Of Launch
The much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch later in 2025. According to the financial report, live in-person Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events will commence in April across 15 global locations, including New York, Tokyo, and Amsterdam. While most locations have concluded their registration, fans can still join waitlists for a chance to secure a ticket. For those interested in the Japan leg of the event tour, ticket applications are open until February 20th JST.
For more detailed information on the event and its locations, please refer to our previous article on the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience.
Super Nintendo World Expands To Orlando, Florida
In a bid to broaden the reach of Nintendo's IPs, a new Super Nintendo World theme park is set to open in Orlando, Florida at Universal Orlando Resort’s Universal Epic Universe on May 22nd, 2025. This marks the second Super Nintendo World location in the United States, following the initial opening at Universal Studios Hollywood in California in February 2023. The Orlando park will showcase the vibrant world of Super Mario Land and the lush landscapes of Donkey Kong Country upon its launch.
Nintendo also plans to extend Super Nintendo World to Universal Studios Singapore, with a projected opening in 2025. However, no further details have been released regarding this expansion yet.
