Get ready, Nintendo fans! A brand new Nintendo Direct is airing this week, promising a deep dive into upcoming Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 games. Here’s everything you need to know about when to watch and what to expect.
When and Where to Watch the Nintendo Direct
The Nintendo Direct is scheduled for Friday, September 12th at 6am PT / 9am ET. You can catch the livestream on Nintendo’s official YouTube channel. Mark your calendars and set those alarms! This is a Nintendo Direct you won’t want to miss.
What to Expect: Switch 2 and More
Nintendo has teased “roughly 60 minutes of information” during the showcase. While they’re keeping specific announcements under wraps, we can certainly speculate on what’s in store for both the current Nintendo Switch and the next-gen Nintendo Switch 2 console.
Metroid Prime 4: Release Date Incoming?
One of the biggest mysteries surrounding Nintendo’s 2025 release schedule is Metroid Prime 4. Nintendo has consistently stated it’s coming this year, yet a firm release date remains elusive. Could this Nintendo Direct finally reveal when we’ll return to the world of Samus Aran? Many are betting on it!
Other Potential Announcements
Beyond Metroid, here are some other possibilities:
Hades 2: Like Metroid, Hades 2 is slated for release this year but lacks a concrete date. Could we get a gameplay trailer and a launch window announcement?
Future Fire Emblem and Animal Crossing: Both of these beloved franchises have been relatively quiet lately. Are new entries on the horizon for the Nintendo Switch 2?
Elden Ring (Switch 2 Version): The Switch 2 version of Elden Ring is also expected to launch this year, but no date has been given yet. It would be great to see this during the Nintendo Direct.
The Duskbloods (Switch 2 Exclusive): Some new details on the From Software Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive The Duskbloods.
Switch 2 Upgrades: Expect announcements of enhanced versions of existing Nintendo Switch games coming to the Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo Classics: Could we see another GameCube title added to the Nintendo Classics library for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers?
While certain games like Kirby Air Riders and Pokémon Legends: Z-A are unlikely to get significant airtime due to recent dedicated showcases, surprises are always possible with Nintendo. Tune in to the Nintendo Direct to see all the exciting announcements firsthand! Prepare for an hour of Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 reveals.
