Nintendo's 2025 Lineup: Beyond the Switch 2

Nintendo's financial report unveils a series of exciting initiatives aimed at expanding their intellectual properties (IPs) in 2025. Dive into the details below to discover what these initiatives entail and their implications for the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2.

Nintendo Highlights Upcoming Releases In Report

Nintendo Direct In April

Nintendo's latest financial report reaffirms the release of several first-party titles scheduled for 2025. The year kicks off with Donkey Kong Country Returns HD launching 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 exact release dates for these titles are yet to be announced.

While no additional projects have been disclosed, Nintendo fans have the upcoming Nintendo Direct to look forward to. Scheduled for Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025, the broadcast time will be announced later via Nintendo's official website and social media channels. Although the event is expected to focus on the Nintendo Switch 2, there's high anticipation for more exclusive titles and teasers related to the new console.

Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Ahead Of Launch

The eagerly awaited Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in 2025, with the financial report suggesting a release in the latter half of the year. To build excitement, Nintendo will host live in-person Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events across 15 global locations, including New York, Tokyo, and Amsterdam, starting in April. While most locations have closed their registration, interested fans can still join a waitlist for a chance to win tickets. For the Japan leg of the tour, ticket applications are open until February 20th JST.

For detailed information about the event and locations, check out our previous coverage on the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience.

Super Nintendo World Expands To Orlando, Florida

In a bid to further expand its IPs, Nintendo is bringing Super Nintendo World to the United States with a new theme park opening at Universal Orlando Resort's Universal Epic Universe on May 22nd, 2025. This marks the second Super Nintendo World in the country, following its debut in Universal Studios Hollywood in February 2023. Visitors to Orlando can immerse themselves in the vibrant worlds of Super Mario Land and Donkey Kong Country right from the park's opening day.

Additionally, Nintendo plans to open Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Singapore in 2025, though specific details about this development have not yet been shared.