Nintendo Direct July 2025: New Showcase Rumored Following Donkey Kong Bananza Release

Nintendo enthusiasts received a fresh injection of excitement as reputable gaming YouTuber Nate the Hate discussed the prospect of a new Nintendo Direct showcase slated for July 2025.

The anticipated presentation is expected to arrive after the release of Donkey Kong Bananza, adding to a bustling summer lineup for Nintendo Switch owners. Nate the Hate, an industry watcher known for his accurate Nintendo-related forecasts—including the well-timed prediction of the Switch 2 announcement trailer—shared in his recent podcast that, based on his information, a Nintendo Direct will not occur until after Donkey Kong Bananza launches on July 17, 2025.

While he emphasized that specific details such as the exact date, time, and content lineup remain undisclosed, he suggested that fans should anticipate the showcase to take place in the latter part of July. "According to what I’ve been told," Nate shared, "Nintendo is planning a Direct for the month of July, but it won’t happen until after Donkey Kong Bananza hits the market.

At this time, I don’t have any further details about the exact schedule.

However, considering the upcoming earnings report on August 1st, it would make sense for the Direct to occur during the last week of July." Nintendo has established a pattern of aligning major announcements and Directs with their quarterly earnings reports, making this potential timing plausible.

The next quarterly earnings report for Nintendo is scheduled for Friday, August 1, 2025.

Historically, the company has leveraged these windows to generate excitement and momentum among players, investors, and industry stakeholders alike. Meanwhile, July is already shaping up to be an eventful month for Switch owners.

The Pokémon Presents showcase is confirmed for July 22, 2025, signaling new content and updates for the enduringly popular franchise.

With the possibility of another Nintendo Direct following closely behind, fans are eager to see what surprises may be in store.

Notably, there is still anticipation around confirmed titles such as Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, which is set for a 2025 launch, though a specific release date has yet to be announced.

Additionally, fans are looking to Nintendo for more information regarding the upcoming Kirby: Air Riders. As of the latest updates, Donkey Kong Bananza remains a flagship release for Nintendo in July, bolstering the Nintendo eShop and Switch’s ever-expanding games library.

While official confirmation of the upcoming Nintendo Direct is still pending, the track record of insider sources like Nate the Hate gives credibility to these reports.

As always, Nintendo fans should stay tuned to official channels for the latest news and Direct presentation announcements.

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