Recently spotted Mario and Wario trademarks are prompting speculation that Nintendo is preparing another February Direct presentation.
Nintendo has not said a word. That has not stopped the speculation.
Freshly spotted trademarks tied to Mario and Wario have reignited rumors that Nintendo may be preparing another February presentation, potentially adding to or following up on earlier announcements.
As always with Nintendo, silence is part of the signal.
Why trademarks get attention
Trademark filings do not guarantee new games. They often cover renewals, merchandise, or internal housekeeping. Still, when multiple high-profile characters appear in filings close together, fans and analysts take notice.
Mario is Nintendo’s anchor franchise. Wario, while less frequently used, tends to resurface when Nintendo experiments with tone, mechanics, or genre.
The combination suggests something more deliberate than routine paperwork.
February is familiar territory
The company has a long history of early-year presentations, using February to set expectations for the rest of the calendar. A second Direct would not be unprecedented, especially if the company wants to spotlight titles that sit outside its flagship releases.
It would also allow Nintendo to control the narrative ahead of a crowded spring and summer release window.
Reading between the lines — carefully
The company announcement strategy is notoriously difficult to predict. Trademarks can sit unused for years. Presentations can appear with little warning.
What makes this moment notable is timing. With hardware transitions looming and long-running franchises due for updates, the pressure to communicate is building.
That does not mean announcements are imminent—but it does mean the pieces are moving.
What fans are watching for
Speculation ranges from a new Mario project to a revival or reimagining of WarioWare-style experiences. None of it is confirmed.
What is clear is that the company remains highly disciplined about when and how it reveals its plans. Trademarks may hint at direction, but confirmation only comes when the company is ready.
Until then, the rumor mill will keep spinning—exactly as Nintendo knows it will.
