Nintendo's financial report unveils a series of exciting initiatives set to expand their IPs in 2025. Dive in to discover what these initiatives entail and their implications for the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo Highlights Upcoming Releases In Report
Nintendo Direct In April
Nintendo's latest financial report confirms the launch of several first-party titles in 2025. Fans can look forward to Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on January 16th and Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on March 20th, both set to release within the first quarter of the year. Additionally, Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond are slated for release this year, though specific dates remain undisclosed.
While no further projects have been announced, the Nintendo Direct scheduled for Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025, promises to reveal more. The broadcast time will be announced later via Nintendo's official website and social media. Although the focus will be on the Nintendo Switch 2, enthusiasts are eager for teasers or announcements of Switch 2-exclusive titles.
Nintendo Switch 2 Experience Ahead Of Launch
The eagerly awaited Nintendo Switch 2 is also set to launch in 2025, with the financial report suggesting a release in the latter half of the year. To build 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. Registration for most locations has closed, but interested fans can join waitlists for a chance to win tickets. For the Japan leg of the tour, ticket applications are open until February 20th JST.
For detailed information on the event and locations, check out our previous article on the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience.
Super Nintendo World Expands To Orlando, Florida
In a bid to further expand its IPs, Nintendo is set to open a new Super Nintendo World at Universal Orlando Resort’s Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida, on May 22nd, 2025. This marks the second Super Nintendo World in the United States, following the debut at Universal Studios Hollywood in February 2023. The Orlando location will feature the vibrant landscapes of Super Mario Land and the lush setting of Donkey Kong Country from day one.
Nintendo also plans to launch Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Singapore in 2025, though further details remain forthcoming.
