Nintendo's latest financial report unveils a series of exciting initiatives aimed at expanding their intellectual properties (IPs). Dive into the details to learn about these upcoming projects and their implications for the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2!
Nintendo Highlights Upcoming Releases In Report
Nintendo Direct In April
Nintendo's financial report confirms a thrilling lineup of first-party titles set to launch in 2025. Fans can mark their calendars for Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on January 16th, and Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on March 20th. Additionally, Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond are slated for release later in the year, though specific dates are yet to be announced.
While no additional projects have been unveiled, Nintendo enthusiasts eagerly await the Nintendo Direct 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 primarily on the Nintendo Switch 2, fans are hopeful for reveals or teasers of Switch 2-exclusive titles.
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Ahead Of Launch
The eagerly awaited Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in the latter half of 2025. According to the financial report, live in-person Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events will kick off in April across 15 global locations including New York, Tokyo, and Amsterdam. While most locations have closed their registrations, interested fans can join a waitlist for a chance to secure a ticket. For those in Japan, ticket applications are open until February 20th JST.
For more details on the event and locations, refer to our previous article on the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience.
Super Nintendo World Expands To Orlando, Florida
Nintendo is broadening its horizons with the opening of a new Super Nintendo World theme park in Orlando, Florida, at Universal Orlando Resort’s Universal Epic Universe. Set to open on May 22nd, 2025, this marks the second Super Nintendo World location in the United States, following its debut at Universal Studios Hollywood in February 2023. Visitors can look forward to exploring the vibrant landscapes of Super Mario Land and the lush tropics of Donkey Kong Country from day one.
Furthermore, Nintendo plans to expand Super Nintendo World to Universal Studios Singapore in 2025, though specific details remain under wraps.