With the Switch 2 announcement imminent, Nintendo dedicated today's Direct to celebrating its current record-breaking hybrid console. The presentation delivered a flurry of first-party announcements, ensuring the original Switch goes out with a bang before its successor takes center stage next week.
Final Major Updates for Nintendo's Current Flagship
The showcase featured highly anticipated reveals including new gameplay footage of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokemon Legends Z-A. Nintendo also surprised fans with unexpected sequels to beloved franchises like Tomodachi Life and Rhythm Heaven, alongside system updates and quality-of-life improvements for the aging platform.
Cross-Generation Compatibility Expected
While these announcements primarily target current Switch owners, industry analysts predict full backward compatibility will be a cornerstone of Nintendo's next-gen strategy. Most titles revealed today will likely remain playable on the forthcoming Switch 2 hardware.
The March 2025 Nintendo Direct served as both a celebration of the Switch's phenomenal success and a bridge to the future. Below we break down all the major announcements from today's presentation - which reveal excited you most?
