Nintendo Direct September 2025 – Full Recap & Impressions [Arcade Couch Podcast]

We discuss the September 2025 Nintendo Direct & Ciaran also gives his impressions on Borderlands 4.

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• The Nintendo Direct showcased exciting new titles and updates.
• The Super Mario Galaxy movie is set to release in April 2026.
• Mario Tennis Fever aims to address past complaints with new features.
• Super Mario Wonder will receive additional content for the Switch 2.
• Yoshi’s new adventure promises a unique storybook aesthetic.
• Indie games like Dinkum are making their way to the Switch.
• Hades II is a highly anticipated sequel with a console-exclusive window.
• The gaming community is buzzing about potential Game of the Year candidates.
• The hosts express their excitement for upcoming releases and nostalgia for classic titles.
• The conversation reflects a vibrant gaming culture and community engagement. Hyrule Wars is set to release on November 6.
• Dragon Quest 7 remake looks significantly better than the original.
• The Virtual Boy was a commercial failure, but is being revived.
• Nintendo Switch 2 introduces new features for existing games.
• Fans highly anticipate Power Wash Simulator 2.
• Metroid Prime 4 is finally releasing on December 4.
• Donkey Kong Bonanza DLC offers new gameplay experiences.
• Pokémon Pokopia allows players to experience life as a Ditto.
• Danganronpa 2 remaster includes new scenarios and gameplay elements.
• Borderlands 4 has optimisation issues, but retains core gameplay.

Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

Resources

• Nintendo Direct September 2025 – Every Game and Reveal – Explosion Network

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• Music by: Dylan Blight
• Art by: Cherie Henriques
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