Overview

• Leaker NateTheHate has reported that a general Nintendo Direct will take place after Donkey Kong Bananza’s July 17 release for Switch 2.
• NateTheHate’s credibility is bolstered by his earlier accurate prediction of the Switch 2 reveal date.
• Major third-party publishers are reportedly holding off on Switch 2 game announcements until the rumored end-of-July Direct.
• A standalone Pokémon Presents livestream is scheduled for July 22 and is expected to offer smaller updates ahead of the Direct.
• Industry observers say the timing could maximize hype and give Nintendo fresh talking points for its upcoming earnings briefing.