Nintendo is set to host its first Nintendo Direct presentation of 2023 today, February 21st, providing reveals and updates on upcoming Switch games. Coming amidst much speculation, the Direct has garnered intense attention from anticipating fans.
When and Where to Watch
The Nintendo Direct will be livestreamed on Nintendo’s YouTube channel starting at 2PM GMT/9AM ET. It is scheduled for roughly 25 minutes of announcements focused on Switch titles arriving in the first half of 2024.
One of the most exciting rumors stems from Microsoft recently teasing that 4 Xbox games will launch on other consoles. Pentiment, Hi-Fi Rush, and Sea of Thieves have all been rumored as potential Switch ports. The Direct could make these plans official.
Other Awaited Announcements
Fans are also eager for updates on Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance following a Korean rating leak, as well as hoped-for news around Hollow Knight: Silksong and other niche titles.
While concrete details are scarce, Nintendo Directs are renowned for surprise reveals and trailers. Fans anticipate Miyamoto possibly unveiling a new Mario game timed with the upcoming animated movie. Other bombshell announcements could also materialize.
For Switch owners, the Direct represents one of the most exciting events of 2023 so far. Nintendo rarely disappoints in showcasing unique first-party experiences and eye-catching indie projects. With rumors swirling, anything seems possible during today’s stream.