Nintendo's 2025 Lineup Expands Beyond Switch 2

Nintendo's latest financial report reveals ambitious plans to expand its iconic IPs in 2025. This includes exciting new game releases and the expansion of its Super Nintendo World theme parks. Let's dive into the details.

Nintendo Highlights Upcoming Releases

The report confirms several first-party titles launching in 2025. Donkey Kong Country Returns HD arrives on January 16th, followed by Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition on March 20th. Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond are also slated for release this year, though specific dates remain unannounced.

More details are expected during a Nintendo Direct scheduled for Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025. The exact broadcast time will be announced later via Nintendo's official website and social media channels. While the focus is likely on the Nintendo Switch 2, fans eagerly anticipate potential reveals of new Switch 2 exclusive titles.

Nintendo Switch 2 Experience

The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is also launching in 2025, likely in the latter half of the year. To build excitement, Nintendo is hosting in-person "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" events in 15 global locations, including New York, Tokyo, and Amsterdam, starting in April. While registration for many locations has closed, waitlists are available. Applications for the Japan events remain open until February 20th (JST). For more information on event locations, refer to our previous article on the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience.

Super Nintendo World Expansion

Nintendo's expansion strategy extends beyond video games. A new Super Nintendo World theme park is opening at Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe in Orlando, Florida, on May 22nd, 2025. This will be the second Super Nintendo World location in the US, following the Universal Studios Hollywood debut in February 2023. The Orlando park will feature iconic locales from Super Mario Land and Donkey Kong Country. While a 2025 release is planned for a Singapore location, further details are pending.