With the highly anticipated Switch 2 on the horizon, and just days away from revealing more details, Nintendo treated fans to a Switch 1-focused Direct today. This event felt like a final flourish of announcements for the groundbreaking handheld hybrid console, stirring excitement just before the arrival of its successor.
The spotlight of today's stream was firmly on the original Switch, showcasing new footage of eagerly awaited titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokemon Legends Z-A. Fans were also treated to sequels of beloved franchises such as Tomodachi Life and Rhythm Heaven, alongside fresh Switch features and broader Nintendo updates, all timed perfectly ahead of the Switch 2 Direct next week.
It's clear there's still life in the original Switch, and it's almost certain that these new titles will be compatible with the forthcoming Switch 2. The Direct was packed with updates for both familiar and new games, so here's a comprehensive headline-by-headline summary of everything unveiled at the March 2025 Nintendo Direct. Share your top picks and favorite reveals in the comments below!
