Nintendo has officially announced a new Nintendo Direct for September 2025, promising an exciting showcase of upcoming games for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.
Fans can expect new game announcements, release date reveals, and updates on some of the most anticipated titles in Nintendo’s 2025 lineup.
This September Direct comes as Nintendo celebrates the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros., making it a likely stage for special announcements tied to the iconic franchise.
Key games expected include Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Kirby Air Riders, and Pokémon Legends: Z-A, with additional titles like Rhythm Heaven Groove and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream expected in 2026.
When is Nintendo Direct?
The September 2025 Nintendo Direct is scheduled for Friday, September 12, airing at the following times:
- 6 AM PT
- 9 AM ET
- 2 PM UK
- 3 PM Europe
The event is expected to last about 60 minutes and will cover games for both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. This will be the first general Nintendo Direct of the Switch 2 era, following partner-focused showcases earlier in the summer.
What to expect from Nintendo Direct
Fans attending the September Direct can anticipate:
- Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – still no confirmed release date.
- Updates on Pokémon Legends: Z-A and other 2025 titles.
- Possible announcements for upcoming Switch 2 games.
- Remakes of classic Sega titles like Crazy Taxi and Jet Set Radio.
- Potential reveals of new Pokémon games outside the Legends: Z-A lineup.
- Special Super Mario Bros. anniversary content to mark 40 years since the original release.
Nintendo may also incorporate surprises teased by partners like Sega and Atlus, hinting at new collaborations and crossovers in the Nintendo ecosystem.
Where to watch Nintendo Direct?
The Nintendo Direct live stream will be accessible through:
- Nintendo’s official website
- Nintendo Today app
- YouTube’s Nintendo channel
The stream will allow fans worldwide to watch announcements in real time, including release dates, gameplay footage, and in-depth trailers for Switch and Switch 2 games.
Nintendo Direct Bingo: Make watching fun!
Want to play along while watching? Try Nintendo Direct Bingo! Check off these items as they appear:
| B | I | N | G | O |
| Metroid Prime 4 trailer | Super Mario 40th anniversary | Pokémon reveal | Kirby gameplay | Switch 2 showcase |
| Indie game spotlight | Release date announcement | Third-party collaboration | Retro game remake | Bonus surprise announcement |
| Hardware tease | Mini-game demo | New Mario spin-off | RPG reveal | Special guest appearance |
| Online multiplayer feature | Music trailer | DLC info | Pokémon spin-off | Secret cameo |
| Switch 2 exclusive | Live Q&A | eShop update | Racing game reveal | New character reveal |
Playing along with Nintendo Direct Bingo is a fun way to engage with the event while staying on top of all Switch and Switch 2 game announcements.
