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Nintendo Direct March 2025: Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Z-A, and 30+ Games Revealed

Mason Reed
Last updated: 28 March 2025 22:45
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In March 2025, Nintendo Direct unveiled many exciting content that included more than thirty games and system enhancements for the Nintendo Switch. The forthcoming Nintendo Switch 2 announcement initiated a celebration of its predecessor by presenting the direct presentation a few days before the official announcement. The activity disclosed all updates, including the favorite series, Metroid and Pokémon, and the brand-new Virtual Game Cards functionality.

Big Game Announcements Steal the Show

Nintendo showcased multiple prominent games that will arrive on the Switch both in 2025 and the following years. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond took center stage, revealing Samus’ new psychic abilities as she explores the jungle planet Viewros. Though the game’s release date remains set for 2025, the trailer confirmed upgraded combat and puzzle-solving mechanics.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A also returned with fresh details. Set in Lumiose City, players will battle trainers at night in rooftop arenas and participate in the Z-A Royale tournament. The game retains its late 2025 release window, with new Pokémon and sneak attack mechanics shown in the trailer.

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Fans of life simulation games rejoiced at the reveal of Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, the first new entry in the series since 2014. Playing as Miis leads participants through a tropical island while they participate in peculiar events, perform weddings, and experience dream scenarios. The game launches in 2026.

Among all new releases, Rhythm Heaven Groove (2026) will provide rhythm gameplay along with mini-games and catchy music, while Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar (August 27, 2025) lets players revive and save a town’s marketplace in a community-sim game.

Virtual Game Cards Change How You Share-Games

Nintendo introduced Virtual Game Cards, a new system for managing digital games. Similar to physical cartridges, this feature lets players “eject” a game from one Switch and “load” it onto another. Family groups can share games for up to two weeks, and the system works with the upcoming Switch 2. The update will arrive in late April 2025.

Surprise Releases and Shadow Drops

Several games launched immediately after the Direct. Disney Villains Cursed Café lets players run a café for Disney antagonists like Ursula and Cruella, mixing potions to influence their stories. Nintendo delivered two new game releases, including SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered, which got updated visuals, and Rift of the NecroDancer, which came with rhythm-based gameplay.

Nintendo Today App Keeps Fans Connected

The Nintendo Today application arrived to inform players about upcoming games through news and comic content designed for iOS and Android users. After the Switch 2 Direct on April 2, the app will share exclusive details about the new console.

Third-Party Collaborations and Indie Highlights

The Direct featured partnerships with studios like Bandai Namco and Square Enix. Shadow Labyrinth reimagines Pac-Man as a dark Metroidvania adventure, launching July 18, 2025. The Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake will refresh the RPG classics with colorful visuals during its upcoming year release.

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Fans of indie titles will get to enjoy Witchbrook (holiday 2025), which sets a witch academy as its magical life sim setting, alongside The Eternal Life of Goldman (holiday 2025), delivering a hand-drawn platformer experience. A sizzle reel also highlighted High on Life (May 6), Star Overdrive (April 10), and Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (May 21).

What’s Next for Nintendo Switch

While the March Direct focused on the original Switch, Nintendo confirmed compatibility between the new Virtual Game Cards and the Switch 2. On April 2, Nintendo will showcase hardware characteristics, initial release titles, and capabilities that enable older games to function on the new system. Until its successor arrives, players have several exciting upcoming games to enjoy, including Marvel Cosmic Invasion for the holiday of 2025 and Everybody’s Golf: Hot Shots in 2025.

Nintendo Direct March 2025 showcased that the Nintendo Switch has many exciting things to present during its remaining console lifespan. Nintendo stays committed to making breakthrough games and features that celebrate its community while raising anticipation for upcoming releases.

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