Nintendo Direct Announced: Splatoon 2 and ARMS Headline April 12 Switch Presentation

Nintendo has officially announced a new Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 12, 2017, spotlighting the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch titles Splatoon 2 and ARMS.

The announcement was made via Twitter by Nintendo of America, inviting fans and industry watchers to tune in live at 3:00 p.m.

Pacific Time.

Nintendo Direct events serve as a premier source of updates and exclusive announcements for Nintendo fans globally.

This particular presentation is set to feature in-depth details on two of the Nintendo Switch’s most prominent upcoming games: Splatoon 2, the sequel to Nintendo’s groundbreaking multiplayer shooter, and ARMS, a unique motion-controlled fighting game designed to showcase the console’s innovative hardware.

Both titles represent a major push by Nintendo to expand its first-party software library in 2017, following the strong launch of the Nintendo Switch in March of that year. According to Nintendo of America’s official statement, "A Nintendo Direct focused mainly on upcoming Switch titles Splatoon 2 and ARMS will be broadcast for fans worldwide on April 12." Viewers are encouraged to catch the stream live via Nintendo’s official website or through their Twitch channel.

While the focus will be on Splatoon 2 and ARMS, the company has not provided details on whether additional Nintendo Switch games or eShop releases will be mentioned during the broadcast. Splatoon 2 builds on the success of the original Wii U title, offering new weapons, maps, and novel gameplay modes that continue to engage both competitive and casual players alike.

ARMS introduces an innovative combat system leveraging the Nintendo Switch’s Joy-Con controllers, delivering a fresh multiplayer fighting experience.

Both games exemplify Nintendo’s commitment to creative new IPs and rich, replayable experiences on the Switch platform. This Direct is part of Nintendo’s ongoing strategy to connect directly with its audience, providing timely information on upcoming releases and maintaining momentum for the Nintendo Switch, which already saw strong sales figures in its first weeks on the market.

Fans eager for real-time updates and reactions can follow along with trusted industry outlets, including Nintendo Wire, for comprehensive news and analysis as announcements roll out. To catch the action as it unfolds, tune in on April 12 at 3:00 p.m.

PST via Nintendo’s official streaming platforms.

Stay with us for detailed coverage of all the news stemming from this latest Nintendo Direct.

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