Nintendo announces a 45-minute long Kirby Air Riders Direct on August 19
Nintendo has officially announced a new Nintendo Direct, happening tomorrow, that is, Tuesday, August 19, 2025. A 45-minute-long presentation dedicated to Kirby Air Riders, an upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 title, host-led by the legendary game director and designer, Masahiro Sakurai.
When and Where to Watch the Kirby Air Riders Direct
The presentation was first announced via the Nintendo Today app before the news broke out on social media. The livestream will be available on Nintendo's official channel on YouTube.
It is scheduled to begin at the following times:
- 6:00 AM PT (Pacific Time)
- 9:00 AM ET (Eastern Time)
- 2:00 PM BST (British Summer Time)
Official Confirmation and What to Expect
Event details were confirmed by the official Kirby Air Riders social media accounts. An X (Twitter) post outlining the presentation was available.
The post stated: "join us on Aug 19 at 6 a.m. PT for a #KirbyAirRiders Direct with director Mr. Sakurai. The livestreamed presentation will last roughly 45 minutes and provide an in-depth look at the upcoming #NintendoSwitch2 game. #NintendoDirect"