London, 28 March 2025 – Nintendo’s highly anticipated Nintendo Direct event, streamed on 27 March, brought a slew of exciting announcements, including a brand-new mobile app and a diverse lineup of Nintendo Switch games. While many fans were hoping for more details on the Nintendo Switch 2, the company confirmed that further information about its next-generation console will be unveiled on 2 April.
Here’s everything that was revealed at the Nintendo Direct event.
Nintendo today: A new mobile app for gamers
One of the standout announcements was the introduction of Nintendo Today, a brand-new mobile application available for Android and iOS users via the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. This app is designed to keep players up to date with the latest news from Nintendo, offering a range of interactive features aimed at enhancing user experience.
Key features of Nintendo today:
- Personalised Calendar: A fully interactive calendar that can be customised with themes inspired by iconic Nintendo franchises such as Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, and more.
- Home Screen Widgets: Users can personalise their smartphone experience with home screen widgets available in 4×2 or 4×3 formats, allowing quick access to Nintendo news.
- Daily News Feed: A dedicated news feed will deliver real-time updates on Nintendo Switch 2 announcements, game news, videos, and even exclusive Nintendo comics.
- Event Tracker: Players will receive alerts and schedules for Nintendo Direct presentations, game launches, and in-game events, ensuring they never miss an important update.
While additional features may be introduced, Nintendo has yet to provide full details on future app expansions.
Upcoming Nintendo switch cames announced
The Nintendo Direct event unveiled a packed lineup of upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch, catering to a wide variety of players. From beloved remakes to brand-new titles, here’s a look at the exciting games coming soon:
Notable game announcements
- Dragon Quest I+II HD-2D Remake – A visually stunning remake of the classic RPG series.
- No Sleep For Kaname Date – A psychological thriller from the creators of AI: The Somnium Files.
- Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army – A remastered classic detective RPG.
- Shadow Labyrinth – A dark fantasy adventure with roguelike mechanics.
- Patapon 1+2 Replay – A remastered version of the beloved rhythm-strategy game.
- Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar – A new entry in the popular farming simulation series.
- Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – The long-awaited sequel in the Metroid Prime series.
- Disney Villains: Cursed Café – A story-driven game featuring Disney’s infamous villains.
- Witchbrook – A magic school life-sim developed by Chucklefish.
- The Eternal Life of Goldman – A narrative-driven supernatural mystery game.
- Gradius Origins – A return to the classic arcade-style space shooter series.
- Rift of the Necrodancer – A rhythm-based action game spin-off.
- Tamagotchi Plaza – A modern twist on the classic virtual pet experience.
- Pokémon Legends: Z-A – The next instalment in the Pokémon Legends series.
- Rhythm Heaven Groove – A collection of classic and new rhythm mini-games.
- Virtual Game Cards on Nintendo Switch – A new feature allowing players to store and trade digital card collections.
- High on Life – The hit comedy FPS game makes its way to the Switch.
- Star Overdrive – A sci-fi open-world adventure title.
- The Wandering Village – A unique city-building simulation set on a giant creature.
- King of Meat – A quirky cooking and management game.
- Lou’s Lagoon Summer – A tropical exploration game with co-op features.
- Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time – A life simulation RPG.
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- SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered – A remaster of the classic JRPG.
- Monument Valley 1, 2, 3 – The award-winning puzzle-adventure series arrives on Switch.
- Everybody Golf: Hot Shots – A fun and arcade-style golf game.
- Marvel Cosmic Invasion – A Marvel superhero action RPG.
- Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream – A sequel to the popular social simulation game.
With such a diverse selection of games, Nintendo continues to offer something for every type of gamer.
What’s next for Nintendo?
While this Nintendo Direct focused primarily on software, fans will not have to wait long for more details about the Nintendo Switch 2. The company has confirmed a special event on 2 April, where more information about the next-generation console will be revealed.
In the meantime, Nintendo Today will serve as a hub for all Nintendo-related updates, keeping players informed about game launches, updates, and upcoming events.
With major titles on the way and a new mobile app, Nintendo is clearly gearing up for an exciting year ahead. Fans can look forward to more announcements and surprises as the Switch 2 era approaches.
