Nintendo Unveils Switch 1 Direct Before Switch 2 Event

Nintendo has just announced an exciting Nintendo Direct, set to spotlight the beloved Nintendo Switch. Mark your calendars for tomorrow, March 27, at 7 a.m. PT, where fans can tune in for around 30 minutes of tantalizing reveals and updates on upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch. This event promises to be a must-watch for Switch enthusiasts, but Nintendo has made it clear that there will be no updates about the Nintendo Switch 2 during this presentation. For those eagerly awaiting news on the next-gen console, Nintendo has scheduled a separate Nintendo Switch 2 Direct for 6 a.m. PT on April 2.

So, what can fans expect from this Nintendo Direct? With the Nintendo Switch having sold an impressive 150.86 million units to date, it remains a powerhouse platform that developers and publishers can't afford to overlook, even as the Switch 2 looms on the horizon. Nintendo still has a robust lineup of games in development for the Switch. Fans can look forward to updates on highly anticipated titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Professor Layton and the New World of Steam, both slated for release in 2025. Additionally, Pokémon Legends: Z-A is set to launch on the Switch later this year, adding to the excitement.

Another game to keep an eye on is Hollow Knight: Silksong, which was announced six years ago with confirmed launch platforms including Windows, Mac, Linux, and Nintendo Switch. Given the Switch 2's backward compatibility, fans can expect these titles to be playable on both the original Switch and its successor.

This week's Nintendo Direct could serve as a grand finale for the Switch, eight years after its launch, showcasing Nintendo's final slate of exclusives before the transition to the Switch 2. However, knowing Nintendo, there might still be a few surprises in store for fans. Don't miss out on the action—tune in to the livestream at the provided link to catch all the latest updates and announcements.