Nintendo Direct September 2025 was a packed Nintendo Direct presentation, showcasing major reveals, remakes, DLC, and even museum news. From Metroid Prime 4: Beyond’s long-awaited release date to quirky indie titles and blockbuster crossovers, this event showed how both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 will thrive next year and beyond.
The headline announcement was the long-delayed Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, now confirmed with a release date of December 4, 2025. Trailers showed new worlds, zonai devices, and fast traversal.
Another huge announcement was Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, a Legend of Zelda offshoot styled after Pirate Warriors. Fans will get large-scale battles, adventure mode, and enhanced visuals on Switch 2.
Fans of the Dragon Quest franchise finally got confirmation that Dragon Quest VII will arrive in a full reimagining on both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The main game will launch on February 5, 2026, with upgraded visuals, voice acting, and bonus sidequests. This revival ensures that both long-time fans and newcomers can enjoy the legendary RPG.
Nintendo leaned heavily into Mario’s 40th anniversary:
Super Mario Galaxy + Galaxy 2 bundle launches October 2025.
Mario Tennis Fever is due in February 2026, with new courts, quirky mechanics, and Bandana Waddle Dee as a surprise guest.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch 2 Edition adds improved graphics.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie hits theaters in April 2026.
This builds on decades of Mario Bros. nostalgia, while keeping the series fresh.
Kirby Air Riders Direct returns with expanded playable characters, a physical version and Nintendo eShop release.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book comes in Spring 2026 with storybook charm.
Donkey Kong Bananza unveiled DLC titled DK Island & Emerald Rush, featuring roguelike elements and new challenges.
Life-sim fans weren’t left out: Animal Crossing: New Horizons is receiving paid DLC. This expansion, inspired by Stardew Valley and Tomodachi Life, adds farming, seasonal festivals, and new villager activities—dropping later today.
Square Enix surprised fans with multiple announcements:
Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is finally coming to Switch 2, bundled with the original Final Fantasy VII.
Other Final Fantasy classics are teased for future Nintendo eShop drops.
Capcom joined in too, revealing a Resident Evil Legacy Kollection: Resident Evil Village, Resident Evil Requiem, and more.
Koei Tecmo added scares of their own with Fatal Frame II Remake. Bandai Namco also teased Little Nightmares III, which gets a playable demo later today.
Nintendo kept its indie lineup strong:
Suika Game Planet expands the viral puzzle hit with adventure mode and online play.
Human Fall Flat gets new levels, while a simplified Human Fall standalone returns as an affordable entry.
Storm Lancers and Mega Dimension deliver RPG adventures in 2026.
Banner of the Spark blends tactics with the hack-and-slash chaos of Pirate Warriors.
PowerWash Simulator gets quirky Nintendo crossover content, including cleaning the Nintendo Museum plaza.
EA Sports FC is optimized for Switch 2 with faster load times and smoother online modes.
A Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection arrives with remastered classics, plus a cardboard version collector’s edition.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe gains a new mode and new levels as paid DLC in 2026.
Nintendo’s ecosystem is evolving beyond games:
Nintendo Switch Online expands with Virtual Boy classics like Mario’s Tennis.
The long-anticipated Nintendo Museum in Kyoto will open in 2026, showcasing hardware history.
A streamlined Nintendo Account system will unify purchases across Switch and Switch 2, letting fans move seamlessly between physical versions and digital releases.
Nintendo also announced big updates for Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack. Starting in February 2026, Virtual Boy titles such as Mario’s Tennis and Galactic Pinball will be available through the Expansion Pack library, giving fans a nostalgic way to experience classics on modern hardware.
Nintendo makes it easy to revisit past showcases. You can find archived Nintendo Direct presentations on the official Nintendo YouTube channel and the Nintendo Direct archive page. These include English-language broadcasts, trailers, and highlight reels from every major event.
The most recent Nintendo Direct presentation can be streamed in full on Nintendo’s official site or their YouTube channel. Nintendo also uploads individual trailers, gameplay breakdowns, and developer interviews, making it convenient for fans to catch up on announcements they may have missed.
Nintendo provides region-specific coverage, including updates for the Latin American audience. Fans can follow the official Nintendo LatAm YouTube channel and Nintendo América Latina Twitter/X account for localized Nintendo Direct news, trailers, and subtitles tailored to Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking audiences.
The September 2025 Nintendo Direct presentation blended hype with strategy:
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond finally has a release date.
Mario’s anniversary featured Mario Tennis Fever, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and more.
Kirby Air Riders, Donkey Kong Bananza, and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book catered to platforming fans.
Heavy hitters like Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Resident Evil Village, and Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave showed strong third-party support.
Quirky additions like Suika Game Planet, PowerWash Simulator, and Human Fall Flat made space for indie charm.
By layering classics, remakes, and indie experiments, Nintendo showed it has a robust plan for both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 heading into next year—ensuring fans have plenty to play.
Alice Robbins · Editor
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