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Nintendo's New Releases for 2025 Not Limited to Just the Switch 2

Author : Max Mar 17,2025

Nintendo's New Releases for 2025 Not Limited to Just the Switch 2

Nintendo's financial report unveils ambitious plans to expand its iconic franchises 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

Nintendo's New Releases for 2025 Not Limited to Just the Switch 2

Nintendo's financial 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.

Further details are promised in a Nintendo Direct presentation airing Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025. The exact broadcast time will be revealed later on Nintendo's official website and social media channels. While the focus is expected to be on the Nintendo Switch 2, fans eagerly anticipate potential reveals of new Switch 2 exclusive titles.

Nintendo Switch 2 Experience: A Hands-On Look

Nintendo's New Releases for 2025 Not Limited to Just the Switch 2

The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is also launching in 2025, expected in the latter half of the year. To build excitement, Nintendo is hosting in-person "Nintendo Switch 2 Experience" events at 15 locations worldwide, 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 and registration, refer to our previous article on the Nintendo Switch 2 Experience.

Super Nintendo World Expands to Orlando

Nintendo's expansion extends beyond video games. A new Super Nintendo World theme park will open 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 debut at Universal Studios Hollywood in February 2023. The Orlando park will feature iconic landscapes from Super Mario Land and Donkey Kong Country. While a 2025 release is planned for a Super Nintendo World location in Universal Studios Singapore, further details remain to be announced.