Nintendo Direct July 2025: All The Australian Times

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Kyle S

Nintendo fans in Australia might want to brew a coffee or set an alarm the next Nintendo Direct is happening late Thursday night, July 31, 2025. But this isn’t your typical Direct. Instead of spotlighting first-party heavyweights like Mario or Zelda, this one’s all about third-party titles both for the current Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2.

So when exactly should you tune in? What can you expect? Here’s a rundown for Aussies keen on catching every minute.

When Is the July 2025 Nintendo Direct in Australia?

While the presentation kicks off at 6:00 a.m. PT in the United States, that translates to a late 11:00 p.m. AEST start for those on Australia’s east coast. That’s Thursday night, July 31.

Here’s a breakdown of the start time across major Australian time zones:

  • Sydney / Melbourne / Canberra (AEST): 11:00 p.m. – July 31
  • Brisbane (AEST, no DST): 11:00 p.m. – July 31
  • Adelaide (ACST): 10:30 p.m. – July 31
  • Darwin (ACST): 10:30 p.m. – July 31
  • Perth (AWST): 9:00 p.m. – July 31

What To Expect From This Direct

Unlike Nintendo’s usual summer showcases, this July Direct will focus exclusively on third-party titles. That means no news on games like The Legend of Zelda, Metroid Prime 4, or any mainline Mario installment.

Instead, this 25-minute presentation is expected to highlight:

  • New announcements from long-time Nintendo partners like Capcom, Square Enix, and Bandai Namco.
  • More ports or cross-platform releases making their way to the Nintendo Switch and its successor.
  • Potential indie surprise drops or demos.

Rumours are circulating about Switch 2 enhancements to existing titles, so don’t be surprised if we see Switch 2-enhanced editions of games like Persona 5 Royal or Monster Hunter Rise.

Where To Watch the Nintendo Direct

Nintendo will stream the Direct live through its usual channels:

Pro tip: If you miss the live broadcast, replays are usually uploaded within minutes. But if you’re worried about spoilers, watching live might be the best move even if it means staying up late.