Speculation is intensifying around a potential Nintendo Direct broadcast scheduled for the final week of July 2025. Based on past scheduling trends, industry watchers anticipate the event could take place on Wednesday, July 30. While Nintendo has yet to confirm anything officially, a growing number of leaks and rating board updates suggest that several high-profile announcements may be on the way, particularly for the Switch 2.
One of the most discussed possibilities is the reveal of Persona 3 Reload for Nintendo hardware. A well-known insider, with a reliable track record for leaking Sega and Atlus-related titles, recently hinted at the game’s potential inclusion. Their comment on a popular forum suggested that “many obvious ports” are coming and encouraged users to “keep reloading the news feed.” The leaker previously shared accurate information regarding Yakuza 0 Director’s Cut and early details about Persona 4 Revival, lending weight to their current claims.
Another title making the rounds is Plants vs. Zombies: Replanted, a modernized version of the EA classic. While Electronic Arts has not issued a formal announcement, footage from a supposed preorder listing recently surfaced, only to be quickly removed. Jay, a well-known figure in the Plants vs. Zombies community, confirmed the authenticity of the leak and shared that cover art has also appeared online. According to Dealabs, the game is set to release on October 23, 2025, with a price of €19.99, and will likely be featured during the rumored Direct.
Also likely to appear is SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide, which was first revealed through a listing from the German USK rating board. Developed by THQ Nordic, the game is rated for ages 6 and up and features “comic violence” and “pressure to act,” suggesting action-heavy, cartoon-style gameplay. According to additional reporting from Dealabs, the title will launch on November 18, 2025 for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2, with physical copies confirmed for PS5 and Switch 2. Priced at €39.99, the game appears to be tailored exclusively for current-generation platforms.
Beyond these, two highly anticipated Switch 2 exclusives, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, were recently rated in South Korea and Brazil, respectively. Both titles remain undated, but these ratings suggest that new details, possibly including release dates, could be shared during the presentation.
Altogether, these pieces of information indicate that Nintendo may be gearing up for a significant announcement event. If the rumored date of July 30 proves accurate, a formal confirmation from Nintendo could arrive as early as Tuesday, July 29, consistent with the company’s usual pattern of giving a 24-hour heads-up.
For now, fans are advised to temper expectations while keeping an eye on official channels. If the speculation holds, this could be one of the more content-rich Nintendo Directs in recent memory, potentially offering a strong glimpse into what lies ahead for the Switch 2.