The Future of Nintendo’s Iconic Franchises

What do you think of when you think of Nintendo Switch games? If you had to guess, you’re probably envisioning the iconic heroes of the Nintendo universe — Mario, Link, Samus and the gang. These franchises have existed for decades, and remain going strong. But what’s in store for these legends? Let’s take a deep dive into what we can expect from Nintendo Switch OLED’s most high profile properties, from the Super Mario series and The Legend of Zelda, to the rest.

Mario: Still Running, Jumping and Karting

We’ll talk about Mario first — the guy who’s been bouncing off Goombas and picking up coins since before the dawn of time. Expect the Super Mario series to keep growing with new and original takes moving forward. With new Nintendo Directs dropping all the time, we could see new Mario games with even wilder environments, new power-ups, and of course, Mario karting it up with his friends.

And Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, don’t forget about that. However, there is speculation that the range of courses and characters could be expanded as Nintendo Switch updates are released, as rumors of the Nintendo Switch Pro loom large. Picture Mario zooming across a new galaxy, or bring in some unglaubliche DLC. That would be awesome, right?

Zelda: The Adventure Continues

Another iconic Nintendo franchise that refuses to die is the Legend of Zelda series. Following the massive success of Breath of the Wild, gamers want more of Link’s exploits. Will this be the last of Tears of the Kingdom? Probably not. And as Nintendo game announcements keep up the excitement for new content, we can only presume another Zelda title is coming soon.

There won’t be a clear structure, instead a lot of new mechanics and games based on the Zelda universe are coming to Nintendo Switch. Can we please have a Zelda battle royal? Just kidding—sort of. Nintendo regularly updates their consoles, so one can expect Zelda, like Mario Maker, to continue evolving with those updates, ensuring it updates with new features and gameplay for us fans.

Metroid: A New Chapter for Samus

Metroid fans, get excited. Metroid Dread marked a triumphant return for Samus Aran, and it’s safe to assume that we haven’t seen the last of more exciting Metroid adventures. With Nintendo updating their games regularly to optimize gameplay and improve graphics for the Metroid series, Samus will likely not only make a return in terms of games but also set the hardware news abuzz regarding Nintendo Switch hardware.

Future games would be the expected milk of classic Metroidvania elements but also modern gameplay, and perhaps some multiplayer modes (because Samus desperately needs a hand). If you enjoy Metroid lore, make sure to scroll through the Nintendo game reviews, they’re on top of everything.

Splatoon: Ink it Up, Baby!

Splatoon 3 has already made a splash, but where does this franchise go next? Nintendo Switch news keeps coming thick and fast, while news on Nintendo Switch sales also tells us that the squid kids show no signs of going out of fashion. Nintendo Direct news reveals will give content teases of future updates like new maps, increased customization, and possibly even new game modes.

For Splatoon fans out there, prepare for additional ink-splashing fun, and maybe, just maybe? New Nintendo games could just put a whole new spin on things — a Splatoon battle royale, please, Nintendo, we’re begging you.

Pokemon: Gotta Catch ‘Em All… Again

If there’s one franchise that’s never going to go out of style, it’s Pokemon. The Pokemon Scarlet and Violet games made a splash, and according to Nintendo game trailers, the pocket monsters still have plenty of adventures ahead of them. Whether we’re getting regions to explore or the Nintendo Switch OLED was just a teaser for even better next-gen graphics for the Nintendo Switch Lite, Pokemon gamers are in for a treat.

There are a lot of features of Nintendo Switch Pro that we think will be more integrated with Pokemon in the future, we might even see a very crazy step like AR (augmented reality) taking Pokemon to an entirely new level. Those making sure to monitor Nintendo eShop news might even get new DLCs that expand the Pokémon universe beyond their wildest imaginations.

The Future Is Bright (And Colorful)

There’s no question, Nintendo will keep on expanding the franchises we’ve come to know and love. With Nintendo Switch updates rolling in there will still be plenty of innovation in terms of new gameplay mechanics, new stories and, naturally, new ways to irritate your friends (we’re looking at you Mario Party). The future remains bright for Nintendo game releases, with titles scheduled through 2025 and beyond.

Look out for more announcements of Nintendo games that have fans buzzing, and watch for Nintendo Switch Pro rumors as well — who won’t want a more robust console to play at least some of these legendary franchises on? And since it’s always Nintendo event news around the corner, expect at least a few surprises among the reveals to leave fans stunned and excited.

Conclusion: What’s Next for Nintendo’s Best?

Whether you’re competing on the Nintendo Switch OLED or the Nintendo Switch Lite, Mario, Zelda, Pokemon, and more aren’t going anywhere. The landscape of Nintendo’s most iconic franchises is bright, and we are all just sitting here waiting to see what happens next. Both classic stories, and very new games have twists to keep us entertained for years.

So, get your Nintendo console updates, catch up with Nintendo news 2025, and prepare for even more memorable adventures ahead. The best is yet to come!