Nintendo Unveils Switch 1 Direct Before Switch 2 Event

Nintendo has just announced an exciting Nintendo Direct focused exclusively on the Nintendo Switch, set to stream tomorrow, March 27, at 7 a.m. PT. This presentation will showcase around 30 minutes of upcoming games for the beloved console. It's important to note that Nintendo has confirmed there will be no updates about the Nintendo Switch 2 during this Direct; those details are reserved for a separate event on April 2 at 6 a.m. PT.

You can catch the livestreamed event on Nintendo's official channels. Here's the link to tune in: https://t.co/sJFoxe0mq0.

What can fans expect from this Nintendo Direct? Despite the looming release of the Switch 2, Nintendo still has a robust lineup of games in development for the original Switch. With over 150.86 million units sold, the Switch remains a powerhouse in the gaming industry, and its vast audience continues to be a significant market for both Nintendo and third-party developers.

Anticipated titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Professor Layton and the New World of Steam are slated for release on the Switch in 2025. Additionally, Pokémon Legends: Z-A is expected to hit the Switch later this year. The much-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong, announced six years ago, is confirmed for Windows, Mac, Linux, and the Nintendo Switch. Given the Switch 2's backwards compatibility, these games are expected to be playable on both the current and next-gen consoles.

This week's Nintendo Direct might serve as a grand finale for the Switch, eight years after its initial launch, potentially revealing Nintendo's final slate of exclusives. However, knowing Nintendo's penchant for surprises, there might be a few unexpected announcements to keep fans on their toes.