Nintendo's latest financial report unveils a series of exciting initiatives set to expand their beloved IPs in 2025. Dive into the details of these initiatives and what they signify for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2!
Nintendo Highlights Upcoming Releases In Report
Nintendo Direct In April
Nintendo has officially confirmed the launch of several first-party titles in 2025 through their recent financial report. The excitement kicks off in the first quarter with Donkey Kong Country Returns HD releasing on January 16th, followed by Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on March 20th. Fans can also look forward to Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, though specific release dates for these titles are yet to be announced.
While no additional projects have been revealed, Nintendo enthusiasts can mark their calendars for the Nintendo Direct, airing live on Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025. The exact broadcast time will be shared later via the official Nintendo website and their social media channels. Although the focus is expected to be on the Nintendo Switch 2, fans are eager for any teasers or reveals of Switch 2-exclusive titles.
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Ahead Of Launch
The much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is slated for release in the latter half of 2025. According to the financial report, Nintendo will host live in-person Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events in 15 global locations, including New York, Tokyo, and Amsterdam, starting in April. While most locations have closed their registration, fans can still join a waitlist for a chance to win a ticket. For the Japan leg, ticket applications are open until February 20th JST.
For further details on the event and locations, be sure to check out our previous article on the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience.
Super Nintendo World Expands To Orlando, Florida
In a move to broaden the reach of Nintendo 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 its initial debut at Universal Studios Hollywood in California in February 2023. The Orlando park will showcase the vibrant landscapes of Super Mario Land and the lush tropical setting of Donkey Kong Country from day one.
Additionally, Nintendo plans to open Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Singapore in 2025, though further details on this expansion remain under wraps.
