Nintendo Unveils 2025 Lineup Beyond Switch 2

Nintendo's financial report unveils an exciting lineup of initiatives designed to expand their intellectual properties. From new game releases to expansive theme park developments, here's a detailed look at what Nintendo has in store for 2025, and how these plans relate to the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2.

Nintendo Highlights Upcoming Releases In Report

Nintendo Direct In April

Nintendo's recent financial report confirms several 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 also slated for release this year, though specific dates are yet to be announced.

While no other projects have been disclosed yet, anticipation builds for the upcoming Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2nd, 2025. Though primarily focused on the Nintendo Switch 2, fans are eager to see if more exclusive titles for the new console will be revealed during the event. The broadcast time will be announced later via Nintendo's official channels.

Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Ahead Of Launch

The much-awaited Nintendo Switch 2 is set to launch in the latter half of 2025. In anticipation, Nintendo will host live in-person Nintendo Switch 2 Experience events starting in April across 15 global locations including New York, Tokyo, and Amsterdam. While most event registrations are closed, a waitlist offers fans a chance to secure tickets. For those interested in the Japan leg, ticket applications are open until February 20th JST.

For more details on these events, check out our previous coverage on the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience.

Super Nintendo World Expands To Orlando, Florida

Nintendo is expanding its IPs beyond gaming with the opening of a new Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando Resort's Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida, set for May 22nd, 2025. This marks the second Super Nintendo World location in the United States, following the debut in Universal Studios Hollywood in February 2023. The Orlando park will feature vibrant Super Mario Land and the lush Donkey Kong Country landscapes on opening day.

Additionally, plans are underway for a Super Nintendo World in Universal Studios Singapore, slated for a 2025 opening, though further details are yet to be announced.

Nintendo's strategic initiatives for 2025 not only promise to deliver exciting new content for gamers but also extend the joy of Nintendo's universes into real-world experiences, further solidifying their presence in the entertainment industry.