The next Nintendo Direct is almost here! Earlier this week the company announced that it would be broadcasting a showcase today, and I’m expecting it to be a major one.
“Join us on Sept 12 at 6am PT for a Nintendo Direct,” the announcement read. “Tune in for roughly 60 minutes of information on upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch games.”
That time is pretty significant, as most Nintendo Directs only last 40 or so minutes. This would suggest that there’s a lot in store for us and, with that in mind, I’m going to break down what to expect.
Nintendo Direct September 2025: Cut to the chase
- The latest Nintendo Direct takes place today at 6am PT / 9am ET / 2pm BST / 3pm CEST
- It will be broadcast via Nintendo’s YouTube channel
- The stream will last roughly 60 minutes
- It will contain news on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 games
Nintendo Direct September 2025: Start time and date
The September 2025 Nintendo Direct takes place today, September 12, at 6am PT / 9am ET / 2pm BST / 3pm CEST.
It will last roughly 60 minutes according to Nintendo, so make sure to clear your schedule for that time.
Nintendo Direct September 2025: Where to watch
As with previous Nintendo Direct presentations, the stream will be broadcast via Nintendo’s official YouTube channel[1].
You can see it for yourself below.
Nintendo Direct September 2025: Predictions
Coming in at around an hour in length, this is going to be a bumper Nintendo Direct.
There’s no official word on what to expect, but Nintendo has confirmed that it will contain “information on upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch games” so expect new reveals and announcements.
I think that this is going to be the last big Nintendo Direct of 2025, so I’m expecting news on a wide range of titles still slated for this year. Namely in the form of a new Kirby Air Riders trailer plus release dates for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment.
I’m also hoping for a few new game announcements, ideally something Mario[3] related. This is just a hunch, but it’s been awhile since we had our last big Mario[4] sports game, so I wouldn’t be surprised if we see a new one today.
A few more Nintendo Switch 2 edition upgrade packs is also likely, as there are still lots of great Nintendo Switch games without them.
I would expect new trailers for titles coming out in 2026. The Duskbloods is my big prediction in that respect. We might even get a concrete release date if we’re lucky.
On the third party front, expect a new trailer for Borderlands 4. That game might already be out on other platforms, but its Nintendo Switch 2 launch is slated for next month.
Dashiell Wood
I’m a Nintendo Switch 2 owner and have been helping lead TechRadar’s live coverage of the handheld. This included extensive reporting on the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal event and subsequent Nintendo Directs.