Rumors Point to a Nintendo Direct Happening Next Week

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Rumors are circulating that a new Nintendo Direct is coming soon. According to well-known leaker NateTheHate2, a Direct is predicted for the second week of September, possibly on September 11 or 12. This timeframe is consistent with Nintendo’s historical pattern of mid-month reveals.

One of the rumors tied to this potential Direct is a port of Red Dead Redemption 2 for the Switch 2. The original 2018 game was a technical powerhouse with a massive file size, and while the original Switch couldn’t handle it, the rumored Switch 2’s custom Nvidia chip could be powerful enough. Industry insiders believe Nintendo might use a high-profile port like RDR2 to showcase the new console’s capabilities. However, concerns about potential upcharges for ports and delays with third-party developer kits could be why there’s no official confirmation yet.

The current rumors also align with a significant milestone: Mario’s 40th anniversary, which began in 2025. The celebration marks Mario’s 1981 debut as “Jumpman” in Donkey Kong. Previous anniversaries, like the 35th in 2020, have been celebrated with major announcements such as Super Mario 3D All-Stars and a dedicated Direct. This suggests that the rumored September Direct could be the stage for a new Mario title or a re-release.