Speculation surrounding the long-rumored September 2025 Nintendo Direct has gained new momentum, with multiple insiders hinting at major announcements. Among the most intriguing claims is that The Pokémon Company is preparing to unveil a new spin-off game, separate from the upcoming Pokémon Legends ZA.
The claim originated from known Pokémon leaker Riddler Khu, who stated that something fresh, but unrelated to Legends ZA, will be revealed during September. Another insider, Necrolipe, later reinforced this, suggesting that the project is indeed a spin-off and is set to be shown at the Nintendo Direct, reportedly scheduled for Friday, September 12. This has sparked debate among fans, who are speculating whether it could be a revival of older side-series such as Pokémon Mystery Dungeon, Pokkén Tournament, or Pokémon Rangers. Others have even floated the possibility of Nintendo surprising audiences with an entirely new direction for the franchise.
The discussion does not end there. Content creator SwitchForce has also teased what he called a “777 jackpot” for the Direct, suggesting three significant titles linked to the number seven would appear during the presentation. While he emphasized that Ace Attorney 7 would not be among them, his cryptic hints have prompted predictions ranging from Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade to Dragon Quest VII. According to him, no one has yet correctly guessed the full trio of announcements.
Adding more weight to the speculation, multiple insiders have pointed toward a major third-party release tied to Capcom. Attackdabacklog claimed that a horror title would be revealed for the Nintendo Switch 2 during the showcase, while insider NWeedle cryptically quoted a line from Resident Evil 7, heavily implying its arrival on the platform. If true, it would mark another step in Capcom’s growing support for Nintendo hardware.
The rumored Direct comes at a particularly symbolic time for Nintendo, landing just one day before Mario’s 40th anniversary. That milestone alone suggests that the company will have at least some content devoted to its flagship mascot. Combined with whispers of Pokémon spin-offs, Resident Evil, and other third-party surprises, the September showcase is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched events in recent memory.
As always with rumors, these claims remain unconfirmed until Nintendo makes an official announcement. Still, the growing volume of insider chatter has set the stage for what could be a monumental presentation.
