4 Biggest Takeaways From Nintendo’s September 2025 Direct

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In today’s hour-long broadcast, Nintendo’s latest Direct presentation has offered a wealth of exciting content for gamers. The collection on the Switch 2 continues to impress with titles ranging from “Resident Evil” to “Dinkum”, and Mario’s 40th birthday celebrations brought more updates about everyone’s favorite plumber than ever before. Although we didn’t catch a glimpse of a new “Super Smash Bros.”, “Witchbrook”, or “Animal Crossing”, it only heightens the anticipation for what’s coming next quarter. For those who may have missed the Nintendo Direct or are struggling to remember all the details, here’s a quick rundown of the four key highlights you shouldn’t miss.

4. Super Mario Galaxy Returns With New Movie and Re-Releases of Both Games

During the celebration marking the 40th anniversary of the beloved game, “Super Mario Bros.”, fans of “Super Mario Galaxy” received several delightful surprises. The first was an official announcement about a forthcoming movie based on rumors sparked by a new Universal trademark in July. This film, featuring the same voice cast as the 2023’s “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”, is scheduled to premiere in the spring of 2026. It will delve into the extended universe of the “Super Mario Galaxy” franchise.

In addition to the upcoming movie, it was announced that a combined version of “Super Mario Galaxy” and “Super Mario Galaxy 2,” titled as such, is coming to the Nintendo Switch 2. Although this isn’t the long-awaited “Super Mario Galaxy 3,” ardent followers of some of the finest 3D Mario games are eager to experience the games on the enhanced hardware of the Switch 2. The bundle will be sold at $70 for both games together or $40 each, and it is scheduled for release on October 2, 2025.

3. Hades 2 Full Release Confirmed for September 25th

The long-awaited announcement has been made: Hades 2 will debut on the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 25th! After a stint in early access, Hades 2 is officially launching on this new console, and exclusively so, on that day. Good news for fans who can hardly wait, as the much-awaited game is just around the corner – less than two weeks away, to be exact. And if you’re after a physical copy, mark your calendars for November 26th!

2. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Announced for 2026

In the upcoming chapter of the primary Fire Emblem series, we’ll encounter Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, set to debut in 2026. This new title promises a blend of classic Fire Emblem gameplay and familiar, as well as fresh characters. The Heroic Games, an epic event, will present you with trials that challenge your strategy skills and wit. As for the plot, details are scarce at this point, but given the diverse cast shown in the Direct, it’s possible that there could be connections to Three Houses or perhaps Fortune’s Weave is a sequel itself.

Among the Heroic Games and any potential conflict that Fortune’s Weave may present, fans are eagerly anticipating if this new Fire Emblem will measure up to past installments in the series. With numerous updates about the game’s character lineup, unique aspects, and plot likely to be revealed through future Direct broadcasts and Nintendo announcements, fans should stay tuned for more information before its anticipated release in 2026.

1. Pokemon Legends: Z-A New Mega Evolutions and More

As a die-hard Pokémon fan, I’ve been eagerly awaiting the release of “Pokémon Legends: Z-A”. Every new detail that surfaces about this game only increases my excitement for what promises to be an incredible addition to the mainline Pokémon series. The latest Nintendo Direct didn’t disappoint, offering glimpses of brand-new Mega Evolutions along with gameplay footage that left me feeling optimistic about Z-A’s potential.

From what I’ve gathered, it seems like Z-A will address many of the concerns raised by players during Scarlet and Violet’s launch. The recent unveiling of Mega Chestnaught, Mega Delphox, and Mega Greninja in action alongside their trainers has certainly caught my attention. I can’t wait to see more and dive into the exciting world of Pokémon Legends: Z-A!

In an unexpected development, Nintendo has unveiled details about the paid DLC for the upcoming game, “Pokémon Legends: Z-A,” prior to its release. The DLC, referred to as “Pokémon Legends: Z-A Mega Dimension,” revealed only two Mega forms for Raichu so far. Although specifics about the DLC are still scarce, given that it’s premature to make judgments, this move indicates Nintendo’s confidence in delivering a top-notch Pokémon experience with “Legends: Z-A.” Their decision to announce the DLC early might suggest they’ve taken lessons from previous games in the series.

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2025-09-12 19:52