Nate the Hate: Nintendo Direct planned for end of July

With reports of weak third-party sales at the Switch 2's launch, it's possible the issue isn't with Nintendo specifically, but part of a broader trend in consumer spending. People may simply be more cautious with their money right now, prioritizing only the biggest, most essential purchases and skipping anything that feels secondary or uncertain. That shift in behavior affects third-party titles first, since they don't always carry the same guaranteed value perception as Nintendo's own games. This is also a key reason Nintendo needs to show a roadmap of what is coming in a Direct.

Edit: I do not believe this is like 2008, i believe this is different. Ironically many video game companies benefited from the financial crash of 2008 since families bought consoles and stayed at home. 2008 coincided with the rise of Netflix streaming, Wii ,XB360/PS3 and widespread adaption of HDTV's.

This time feels different. I don't think gaming will be spared and I think the days of most households owning multiple consoles are over.
 
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WhiteWaterM00se said:
With the higher price tag, the conversation isn't just about availability—it's about value.
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Is the conversation in the room with us right now?

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WhiteWaterM00se said:
Saying a Nintendo Direct "won't change anything" because people either can or can't afford a Switch 2 completely misses the broader context of why Directs matter—especially heading into the holiday season. The Switch 2 isn't a $299 impulse buy anymore. At $450–$500, it's a major family purchase. That means parents, gift-givers, and even core fans are going to want to know what they're getting into. A Direct provides that clarity—what games are coming, which bundles are worth it, what to expect in year one.

With a higher price tag, consumers are more discerning. They're not just asking "Can I afford it?"—they're asking, "Is it worth it right now?" A good Direct can be the difference between a holiday purchase and someone waiting another year. It shows software support, exclusive titles, and the roadmap that helps justify the investment.

Also, casually brushing off limited shelf visibility or assuming stock exists "somewhere" isn't helpful. Most families aren't road-tripping 100 miles for a console. If stock is patchy or accessories and games are "carved out," that sends mixed signals about availability and demand. Nintendo should care about that—not panic, but act. And a Direct is one of the best ways to re-engage consumers, retailers, and the media before the holiday rush.

So yes, a Direct does matter—especially now.
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I never said a Direct doesn't matter at all. I think it is time for Nintendo to communicate and that it matters in a bigger picture/scheme, as you allude to with keeping momentum going into holiday.

But I don't think the Direct is important in an immediate knee-jerk sense of doing something about, like, this or next weeks hardware sales. Nothing is wrong with the sales.

We're flip-flopping here. When systems are on the shelf, it means demand isn't high enough, Nintendo has to do more. When they AREN'T on the shelf, it means Nintendo is not supplying their clients, and needs to do more. Pick one. My point is that demand seems alright because I don't see any, as a counter to your point demand needs a boost because they can be found...somewhere. People in every town aren't going to buy it at the same rate, and retail networks won't dynamically move Switch 2 to create equilibrium every week, they will just sell through and restock. These aren't Xbox's waiting for a "solution" lol. We're talking maybe one store has to restock Switch 2 every week whereas another store sells out in moments.
 
IlGialloMondadori said:
Is the conversation in the room with us right now?

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HAHA. I had a pot of coffee this morning, i have been awake for hours monitoring the tsunami news. I am caffeinated and lucid.

Don't worry, the caffeine crash will come soon and I will go back to not making sense. And give you reasons why i think one of the surprises in the Direct is a Splinter Cell port or Collection. Don't worry, i will revert.
 
WhiteWaterM00se said:
HAHA. I had a pot of coffee this morning, i have been awake for hours monitoring the tsunami news. I am caffeinated and lucid.

Don't worry, the caffeine crash will come soon and I will go back to not making sense. And give you reasons why i think one of the surprises in the Direct is a Splinter Cell port or Collection. Don't worry, i will revert.
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So into a splinter cell remaster/collection right now. Hope that's true.
 
WhiteWaterM00se said:
As a follow-up to my previous post about the importance of a Nintendo Direct, it's worth mentioning that the Switch 2 is starting to appear on store shevles fairly widely.. With the higher price tag, the conversation isn't just about availability—it's about value.

At $450–$500, the Switch 2 isn't just a successor to NS1, its competition has changed. It's now competing directly with entry-level gaming PCs, the PlayStation 5, and even iPads that double as devices for school or work. That higher price point means families are making more deliberate choices, and Nintendo needs to clearly show why the Switch 2 is the best option. A well-timed Direct can do exactly that by highlighting upcoming games, features, and the overall value of the ecosystem.


Edit: NS2 WAS ALWAYS going to sell out at launch. First mover advantage, FOMO, and early adapters are REAL. Wii U, and Vita had great start at launch as well. It became apparent shortly thereafter there may be a problem.
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The real magic of Sony is that they managed to be successful while having game systems in the store.
 
WhiteWaterM00se said:
HAHA. I had a pot of coffee this morning, i have been awake for hours monitoring the tsunami news. I am caffeinated and lucid.

Don't worry, the caffeine crash will come soon and I will go back to not making sense. And give you reasons why i think one of the surprises in the Direct is a Splinter Cell port or Collection. Don't worry, i will revert.
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Finally a prediction that makes sense!
 
WhiteWaterM00se said:
HAHA. I had a pot of coffee this morning, i have been awake for hours monitoring the tsunami news. I am caffeinated and lucid.

Don't worry, the caffeine crash will come soon and I will go back to not making sense. And give you reasons why i think one of the surprises in the Direct is a Splinter Cell port or Collection. Don't worry, i will revert.
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You can't go around and throwing Splinter Cell's name like that!
 
WhiteWaterM00se said:
Yeah, but I would be concerned about their revenue long term. Did you see where over 50% of the Playstation revenue came from? Services. PS+, Fortnite, Roblox, and EA Ultimate Team.
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I do agree with that, but the reason isn't having game systems on the shelf, it's other management decisions, entire other topic/can of worms, and it's something that will bite them later. At the moment, point stands. Point being that the mere fact systems are on shelf alone doesn't =bad. It's in the context of everything else.

My read on it is that N has been through many launches, navigated the pandemic shortages, and just came in ultra prepared with a massive stockpile while still pumping consoles. In this context, finding Switch 2 to buy is much different than finding PS5 anywhere when it came out. That would be a true sign PS5 had fallen flat on its face, because hardly any of them existed.
 
nbkicker said:
Ohhh excuses will be coming now , at end of day the direct is not live, this will have been recorded in advance so at end of day it just a case of Nintendo wherever uploading or releasing the video online , there stuff happening all over the word constantly unless it devasting then Nintendo won't be holding back just the so called YouTubers etc where wrong yet again, especially when Nintendo been constantly uploading videos the last 24hrs to you tube et
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You don't think Nintendo would delay news coming out during a natural disaster? One that hits Japan, no less? Like this has nothing to do with anything but having it prerecorded or not. Sigh
 
BlackTron said:
You don't think Nintendo would delay news coming out during a natural disaster?
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Exactly. They want everyone to be sitting comfortably and paying attention to new Nintendo games without worrying about loved ones or having their shit fucked up. We should 100% expect this to be postponed.
 
Neff said:
Exactly. They want everyone to be sitting comfortably and paying attention to new Nintendo games without worrying about loved ones or having their shit fucked up. We should 100% expect this to be postponed.
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Yeah aside from bad business, it's also just tone deaf. It's supposed to be fun and exciting announcements right. The implication is that you should be having fun and paying attention to Mario while a catastrophe is underway, even if it isn't at your doorstep. Not a good message.
 
WhiteWaterM00se said:
As a follow-up to my previous post about the importance of a Nintendo Direct, it's worth mentioning that the Switch 2 is starting to appear on store shevles fairly widely.. With the higher price tag, the conversation isn't just about availability—it's about value.

At $450–$500, the Switch 2 isn't just a successor to NS1, its competition has changed. It's now competing directly with entry-level gaming PCs, the PlayStation 5, and even iPads that double as devices for school or work. That higher price point means families are making more deliberate choices, and Nintendo needs to clearly show why the Switch 2 is the best option. A well-timed Direct can do exactly that by highlighting upcoming games, features, and the overall value of the ecosystem.


Edit: NS2 WAS ALWAYS going to sell out at launch. First mover advantage, FOMO, and early adapters are REAL. Wii U, and Vita had great start at launch as well. It became apparent shortly thereafter there may be a problem.
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My guy go outside. No one cares about directs except for terminally online nerds.
 
BlackTron said:
You don't think Nintendo would delay news coming out during a natural disaster? One that hits Japan, no less? Like this has nothing to do with anything but having it prerecorded or not. Sigh
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Looking on the news nothing big has hit, it says Japan and Philippines have downgraded it to a advisory
 
Gamer_By_Proxy said:
Dang!!! Right at the last second.

www.ign.com

Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase broadcast announced for this week - IGN

It's now confirmed: a fresh Nintendo Partner Showcase presentation will air this week, as soon as tomorrow, Thursday July 31 at 6am Pacific time, featuring updates on Switch and Switch 2 games.
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Also known as "right on time"

How are people disappointed in a partner direct? I thought the strategy was known for ages - mk at launch, bananza, then partners showcase, etc.
 
I don't expect to see major Silksong news until Gamescom. It seems Team Cherry is going full steam ahead with tie ins to Microsoft and the ROG Ally handhelds.
 
SpokkX said:
Do they ever show anything interesting (that is - Nintendos own games) on these partner direct?

Or will it just be 100% third party?
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Games such as Hyrule Warriors were first announced on a Partner Showcase so there are interesting exclusives that can still appear so as long as the main developer is a partner.
 
Zannegan said:
Whoops!

Seriously though, I can't remember the last time Nate had to backtrack or make excuses. Most of the so called "insiders" are full of it, but he's been pretty spot on, no?
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/Laughs in Kirby Robobot

For real though. In regards to Nate, I take his Direct timing leaks as 100% fact. I take his software leaks with a huge grain of salt, though.
 
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Maltosier said:
Games such as Hyrule Warriors were first announced on a Partner Showcase so there are interesting exclusives that can still appear so as long as the main developer is a partner.
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So there is a chance for Astral Chain 2?

Probably not since Platinum Games currently busy making NG4 and they need put all their resources for that game.
 
Danjin44 said:
So there is a chance for Astral Chain 2?

Probably not since Platinum Games currently busy making NG4 and they need put all their resources for that game.
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Rumors were the game started development some time back in 2022 but was running into development issues. Ninja Gaiden 4 is releasing in a few months so the bulk of its development is most likely over.

If the rumors were true that it started development 3 years ago, and they have since resolved their development issues there's a good chance we could hear about it soon (i.e. less than a year)
 
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