Multiple sources tease a July Nintendo Direct packed with big reveals—including Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Colosseum, and Switch 2 upgrades—as speculation hits fever pitch.
Fans of Nintendo should get ready for a big change in July. There are a lot of reliable rumors going around that a brand-new Nintendo Direct will come out in July. People are talking about Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Colosseum, Death Stranding: Director’s Cut, and even an Animal Crossing teaser from 2026. All of these rumors point to the same thing: big things are on the way.
A rumor circulating on the internet claimed that a Nintendo Direct is set to happen in July, which set off a lot of excitement. Among the important games that were leaked were Metaphor: ReFantazio, a GameCube shadow drop for Pokémon Colosseum, Witcher 3 Switch 2 Edition, and Metroid Prime 4, which may have had its release date revealed.
Also, for Animal Crossing fans, here’s a teaser with Isabelle that sets the stage for her return in 2026. It’s not often that Direct news gets leaked, but this time it did. But the confirmation that gets the most attention comes from a reliable leaker in the business. The leaker has a history of correctly predicting big Nintendo moves, like the exact day Switch 2 and Donkey Kong Country Returns HD were quietly released. The leaker confirmed that there won’t be a Direct this week, but didn’t rule out one happening soon.
In the Nintendo community, Leaker’s advice is often seen as gold. He usually doesn’t confirm anything until the very last minute, and his track record with release dates speaks for itself. The rumor suggests that this upcoming Direct could feature a number of long-rumored projects and first-party updates.
Even a trustworthy person at the scene added fuel to the fire in a sneaky way. When someone said they might have missed a Direct because they were on vacation, the reliable leaker replied, “Thanks Dan.” Nintendo goes at full speed. Was it just a joke? Perhaps. Because of this, though, every hint feels like an extra step on the way to a big reveal.
For starters, Nintendo’s release schedule for the rest of 2024 and the beginning of 2025 isn’t very clear. Still, there is no firm date for games like Metroid Prime 4, which has been teased for years. A July Direct would be a great time to finally reveal when Samus will return, and the game could be positioned as either a September release or Nintendo’s big holiday hit.
Then there’s Elden Ring, which was just rated for Switch and is now getting box art and leaks. The release phase is coming up soon. It wasn’t at Bandai Namco’s own event, but many people now think it will be shown at the rumored Direct.
The leaker also stated that Kirby: Planet Robobot will be released on Nintendo Switch in 2025. Although it hasn’t been officially announced yet, a July Direct would be a great time to do it. There are plenty of new first-party showcases, third-party Switch 2 editions, and possible shadow drops to fill a full presentation.
When do you think this will all happen?
The most likely dates? July 8, 9, or 10—Tuesday through Thursday, which are normal days for Nintendo Direct. After that, the following week might be tough due to planned content with a Donkey Kong theme, which could receive its own spotlight. Still, Nintendo has a lot of time to strike when it’s most convenient.
Now that the era of Switch 2 has officially begun, fans are expecting news and games to come out faster. Nintendo will try to win people over (and their money) by announcing interesting new software. And even half of these rumors could be true. July could mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter.
Keep your eyes open. A Nintendo Direct may be on the way soon. If there is, it could be one of the biggest ones in years.
