Nintendo Switch 2’s Future Lineup Sparks Speculation After Retail Listing Surfaces

A recent retail listing from Newegg has sparked discussions about potential upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch 2. While Nintendo has only officially confirmed a new Mario Kart game for their next-generation console, the retailer’s product description suggests more major releases might be in development.

The listing appeared on a $50 Nintendo eShop Gift Card page, mentioning several already-confirmed titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, and Pokemon Legends: Z-A. However, what caught attention were references to two unannounced projects: a new 3D Super Mario game and a Legend of Zelda remake, both supposedly planned for 2025.

Nintendo’s Classic Franchises: Potential New Directions for Switch 2

The possibility of a new 3D Super Mario title aligns with Nintendo’s historical patterns. Every Nintendo console since the Nintendo 64 has received a major 3D Mario release, making such a project highly plausible for the Switch 2. Some industry speculation suggests the next Mario adventure might embrace an open-world format, building on concepts successfully implemented in Bowser’s Fury.

Regarding the mentioned Zelda remake, several possibilities exist. While the listing specifically uses the term “remake,” it could potentially refer to enhanced ports of Wind Waker HD and Twilight Princess HD, two Wii U titles that haven’t yet made their way to modern Nintendo hardware. However, the specific use of “remake” might indicate a more comprehensive overhaul of a classic Zelda title.

The gaming community might receive clarification during the anticipated Switch 2 Direct presentation on April 2. There’s also speculation about a Switch 1-focused Direct in February, which could potentially reveal information about cross-generational titles.