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Newegg Hints at New Mario and Zelda for Switch 2

1/23/2025

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Summary

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Newegg's recent listing of a Nintendo eShop gift card hints at exciting possibilities for 2025, including a new 3D Mario game and a Legend of Zelda remake for the Nintendo Switch 2. While fans eagerly await confirmed titles like Metroid Prime 4 and a fresh Mario Kart, all eyes are on the upcoming Nintendo Direct on April 2 for official announcements.

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Historical Context

Newegg's listing of a Nintendo eShop gift card suggests upcoming titles, including a new 3D Mario game and a Legend of Zelda remake for the Nintendo Switch 2. Historically, Nintendo has leveraged its Direct presentations to announce major releases, as seen in 2013's Year of Luigi, which highlighted character-focused games and set a precedent for fan engagement through digital showcases.

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Story summary

Newegg's recent listing of a Nintendo eShop gift card hints at exciting possibilities for 2025, including a new 3D Mario game and a Legend of Zelda remake for the Nintendo Switch 2. While fans eagerly await confirmed titles like Metroid Prime 4 and a fresh Mario Kart, all eyes are on the upcoming Nintendo Direct on April 2 for official announcements.

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