The anticipation for the Switch 2 is building as we approach the reveal of Nintendo's next console, expected in less than a week. However, Nintendo isn't letting the original Switch fade into the background just yet. Today, they hosted a Switch 1-focused Direct, delivering a flurry of last-minute announcements for the record-breaking handheld hybrid console, setting the stage for its successor.
The highlights from today's stream were centered on the original Switch, featuring new footage of highly anticipated titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokemon Legends Z-A. Fans were also treated to announcements of sequels to beloved series such as Tomodachi Life and Rhythm Heaven. Additionally, Nintendo unveiled new Switch features and provided general updates, all in preparation for the upcoming Switch 2 Direct next week.
It appears there's still plenty of life left in the original Switch, and it's highly probable that all these new titles will be compatible with the forthcoming Switch 2. Despite the looming shadow of the new console, today's Direct was packed with updates for both known and unknown games. Here's a comprehensive headline-by-headline summary of everything announced at the March 2025 Nintendo Direct. Let us know which announcements and reveals caught your eye in the comments below!
