Nintendo's financial report has unveiled a series of exciting initiatives set to expand their beloved IPs significantly. Dive into the details of these initiatives and discover what they mean for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo Highlights Upcoming Releases In Report
Nintendo Direct In April
Nintendo has reconfirmed several eagerly anticipated first-party titles scheduled for release in 2025 through their latest financial report. Fans can mark their calendars for the first quarter of the year, with Donkey Kong Country Returns HD launching 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 this year, though specific dates remain under wraps.
While no additional projects have been announced yet, excitement is building for the upcoming Nintendo Direct set to air on Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025. The exact broadcast time will be disclosed later on Nintendo's official website and social media channels. Although the focus is expected to be on the Nintendo Switch 2, fans are eagerly anticipating announcements or teasers for more Switch 2-exclusive titles.
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Ahead Of Launch
The much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is also slated for release in 2025, with the financial report suggesting a launch in the latter half of the year. To build excitement, Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events will kick off in April across 15 global locations including New York, Tokyo, and Amsterdam. While most locations have concluded their registrations, fans can still join waitlists for a chance to win tickets. In Japan, ticket applications are open until February 20th JST.
For a deeper dive into the event details and locations, check out our comprehensive coverage on the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience.
Super Nintendo World Expands To Orlando, Florida
In a bold move to further expand its IPs, Nintendo is set to open a new Super Nintendo World theme park in the United States. Located at Universal Orlando Resort's Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida, the park is scheduled to open on May 22nd, 2025. This marks the second Super Nintendo World in the country, following its debut at Universal Studios Hollywood in February 2023. Visitors can expect to immerse themselves in the vibrant worlds of Super Mario Land and Donkey Kong Country right from the park's opening day.
Additionally, plans are underway for a Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Singapore, projected to open in 2025, though further details are yet to be announced.
