Summary
Fans have spotted a possible reference toPoochy & Yoshi’s Woolly Worldin Nintendo Direct demos, hinting that the game could be ported to theNintendo Switch 2. April’s Switch 2 Direct was full of surprises, showcasing new games and confirming many anticipated features for the upcoming console. However, sharp-eyed fans quickly noticed a subtle detail that may have accidentally revealed a futureNintendo Switch 2title.
Nintendo has confirmed a solid list ofSwitch games that are compatible with the Switch 2. Even better, it has revealed a range of GameCube classics that will support the console’s backward-compatibility, such asThe Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker,F-Zero GX, Soulcalibur 2, andSuper Mario Sunshine. However, none of these exciting titles are from the Wii U era. Still, fans believe they’ve spotted a detail in the Switch 2 Direct that could hint at classic Wii U hits making their way to the company’s next-gen console.
Asreported by My Nintendo News, Joshua ‘NantenJex’ Goldie shared a post about spottingPoochy & Yoshi’s Woolly Worldcover art in the Switch 2 Direct. The cover art appears around twenty-two minutes into the Nintendo of America’s Switch 2 Direct, during the segment showcasinggames coming to the Switch 2, specifically those with compatibility. This has sparked numerous theories that this beloved game may finally be getting the next-gen port it deserves.
Nintendo of America Might Have Leaked a Future Port
Fans also noticed anothersurprising detail in the Switch 2 Direct demospublished in other regions. The UK and Japan versions of the event replaced the cover art forPoochy & Yoshi’s Woolly Worldwith that ofYoshi’s Crafted World, leading some to speculate that it was simply a mistake by the American team. Another detail that initially got fans excited was how the game’s art in the Switch 2 Direct appeared different from the original 3DS copy. However, this was quickly debunked, as fans pointed out that the art shown was just an alternative cover from the original release, not a revamped image.
Veteran Nintendo fans argue that the company would miss a huge opportunity if it leaves classic titles out of its upcoming new-gen console. Meanwhile, a group of hopeful fans believes that best-sellers likePoochy & Yoshi’s Woolly Worldwill eventually be ported to the Switch 2, and it’s just a matter of time before they’re officially announced. For now, though, fans can only wait formore updates on the Nintendo Switch 2, hoping for confirmation ofPoochy & Yoshi’s Woolly Worldand maybe even more Wii U gems.
Nintendo Switch 2
The successor to 2017’s Nintendo Switch continues down the same path as its predecessor, providing a hybrid experience that supports both home and handheld gaming. Launching on July 01, 2025, with games like Mario Kart World, the basic Nintendo Switch 2 bundle comes with the console, Joy-Con 2, straps for the controller, a dock, an AC adapter, an HDMI cable, and a Joy-Con 2 grip.
