A purported leak from X user @Pirat_Nation has stirred excitement and debate in the gaming world. The post, allegedly sourced from an anonymous July 2 thread on 4Chan, outlines a detailed Nintendo Direct presentation supposedly scheduled for July 10, 2025. While the contents remain unverified, the extensive list of predicted announcements has sparked widespread speculation about the future of the Nintendo Switch 2.
Here’s the TL;DR…
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A Nintendo Direct is allegedly set for July 10, 2025.
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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond trailer with an April 19, 2025 release date.
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Shadowdrop of Metroid Prime 2 & 3 Remastered.
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New gameplay trailer for Kirby Forgotten Land (Switch 2 version).
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Red Dead Redemption 2 and Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced ports for late 2025 and 2026.
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Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot (Switch 2) trailer with DLC, launching September 18, 2025.
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Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero DLC trailer, releasing October 16, 2025, with crossplay.
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Teaser for a new Switch 2-exclusive Dragon Ball game.
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Mario Maker 3 teaser tied to Mario’s 40th anniversary.
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 coming to Switch 2 in 2026.
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Black Myth: Wukong announced for Switch 2.
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NSO GBA update: Dragon Ball Legacy of Goku series.
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NSO GameCube update: Super Mario Sunshine (late July), Pokémon Colosseum (next week).
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New Star Fox game teased with mouse controls; more info in Fall 2025 Direct.
Analysis of the Leaks
Nintendo Direct Scheduled for July 10, 2025
The leak’s timing aligns with Nintendo’s history of summer showcases, making this date plausible.
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Trailer and Release
An April 19, 2025 release date matches recent development updates. Retro Studios resumed work in 2019, and trailers in mid-2024 show significant progress.
Shadowdrop of Metroid Prime 2 and 3 Remastered
A surprise release of both remasters would build on 2021’s successful Metroid Prime Remastered. However, shadowdropping two full remasters simultaneously would be an ambitious move.
Kirby Forgotten Land (Switch 2 Version)
A re-release optimized for new hardware fits Nintendo’s strategy, echoing The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild’s dual-generation launch.
Red Dead Redemption 2 Port
If true, this port would indicate a significant technical leap for Switch 2. Rockstar’s L.A. Noire for Switch shows precedent.
Grand Theft Auto V Enhanced
A 2026 port of GTA V would be timed post-GTA VI, serving as a platform bridge. It’s feasible depending on Switch 2’s capabilities as well as potential concessions.
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot (Switch 2 Edition)
A new edition featuring bundled DLC (including Daima content) aligns with ongoing support and interest in the franchise.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero DLC and Crossplay
A final DLC pack launching October 16, 2025 with crossplay is believable based on the game’s 2024 release and Nintendo’s gradual move toward broader online features.
New Switch 2-Exclusive Dragon Ball Game
No details exist yet, but Dragon Ball’s successful run on Nintendo consoles, paired with updated hardware, make the possibility all the more likely.
Mario Maker 3 Teaser
Tied to Mario’s 40th anniversary, this teaser would reflect Nintendo’s celebratory approach to milestones, as seen in past anniversary releases.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
A 2026 launch is plausible given its 2025 release and overwhelming positive reception. Stylized visuals would likely translate well to Switch 2.
Black Myth: Wukong
A Switch 2 port would likely require technical concessions, but not out of the realm of possibility.
NSO GBA and GameCube Updates
GBA games and long-demanded GameCube classics like Super Mario Sunshine and Pokémon Colosseum match Nintendo’s ongoing NSO rollout pattern.
New Star Fox Game
Rumors of a Star Fox revival have persisted. Mouse controls are unorthodox but could make the game the flagship title for Nintendo’s mouse-based Switch 2 functionality.
Conclusion
This alleged leak offers a tantalizing, if unconfirmed, look at Nintendo’s next steps. With a mix of believable updates, legacy revivals, and bold claims, it has ignited speculation ahead of the expected July 10 Direct. Until official word arrives, fans are left to sort the hype from reality.
News compiled and edited by Derek Gibbs and Steven Bubbles on July 3, 2025. Follow us on ClownfishTV.com for more gaming, pop culture and tech news, and consider subscribing for only $5 per month to get access to exclusive podcasts and other content.
Sources:
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@Pirat_Nation (2025, July 2). Nintendo Direct Leak Post.
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IGN. (2024, June 18). Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Trailer Breakdown.
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GameSpot. (2024, August 20). Black Myth: Wukong Launch Analysis.
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Gamerant. (2024, January 23). Star Fox Revival Rumors: A Look Back.
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Nintendo. (2023–2025). NSO Expansion Library Announcements.
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Summer Game Fest. (2024, June). Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Reveal.
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Rockstar Games. (2017). L.A. Noire Switch Port.
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