Nintendo Direct June 2026 recap: Major Zelda news confirmed for Switch 2 (original) (raw)
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After recent days of huge announcements from Xbox and PlayStation, it's now Nintendo's turn.
The gaming giant held a major Nintendo Direct today (Tuesday, June 9) at 3pm BST, with a number of huge reveals. A special remaster of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time was confirmed, and fans were given a new look at upcoming games like Star Fox and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave.
Held just days after the Nintendo Switch 2's first birthday, the Direct showed off a raft of games for the console. Nintendo confirmed that the new Kingdom Hearts game will be available for Switch 2 on launch and there was a look at a new Switch Sports game, too.
The Direct lasted for just under an hour and was followed by a 95-minute-long Nintendo Treehouse: Live broadcast, which offered an in-depth look at Star Fox, Splatoon Raiders and Rhythm Paradise Groove.
A Nintendo spokesperson said: "The latest Nintendo Direct put the spotlight on anticipated games and updated titles coming to Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch – as well as some new reveals.
"The presentation revealed The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, the return of the critically acclaimed Nintendo 64 classic for a new generation, reborn for Nintendo Switch 2.
"Also revealed during the presentation was the return of Disney and Square Enix’s storied action RPG series with KINGDOM HEARTS IV, a new beginning for the Xenoblade series with Xenoblade Genesis, the sun-soaked action of Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, the announcement of an upcoming free update and paid DLC for Pokémon Pokopia, the next chapter in the fun and heartfelt adventure DELTARUNE, a closed network test for FromSoftware’s multiplayer action game The Duskbloods, and a limited-time in-game challenge event happening across Donkey Kong Bananza and classic Donkey Kong titles available with Nintendo Switch Online."
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Today17:22 BST
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Today17:15 BST
Kingdom Hearts IV is real
Don't believe us? Here's a quick look, thanks to Nintendo and Square Enix:
Today17:12 BST
First look at Fire Emblem: Fortunes Weave
Today17:07 BST
Sneak peek at Donkey Kong x Super Mario Bros crossover
The DK Bananza event celebrating 40 years of Super Mario Bros looks very fun - here are a few of the first images:
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Today16:56 BST
Ocarina of Time remaster confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2
Here's the full news following that massive announcement at the end of the Nintendo Direct showcase:
The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time remake confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2
Today16:53 BST
Rhythm Paradise Groove - Wario Ware for 2026?
This fun rhythm-based game looks a lot like the Gamecube game Wario Ware - a goofy, chaotic party game that appears MADE for multiplayer madness.
Today16:48 BST
Amiibos revealed for Splatoon Raiders
The Deep Cut trio of Shiver, Frye and Big Man amiibos have been shown off - the set costs £49.99.
Today16:35 BST
Splatoon Raiders gameplay
We're now getting a look at Splatoon Raiders gameplay through the Treehouse broadcast. A special, dedicated Direct is airing on June 30.
Today16:24 BST
Star Fox multiplayer gameplay reveal
We're getting a look at how the mouse controls and regular control on Switch 2 JoyCons work - the demo shows how players can use the mouse to aim on Star Fox while controlling movement in the other hand.
It's done using the iconic train boss level - that and the music has truly thrown me for a nostalgia loop.
Today16:02 BST
Nintendo Direct ends - a deeper look at Star Fox kicks off the Treehouse
With that major reveal, the Nintendo Direct draws to an end.
The Nintendo Treehouse has begun with an in-depth look at Star Fox, which has taken me all the way back to Christmas 1999.
Today15:55 BST
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time confirmed for 2026
Switch 2 is indeed getting a "reborn" version of Ocarina of Time THIS YEAR!
That was a very cinematic tease for Ocarina, and I wasn't that excited about it before. I am now.
Today15:54 BST
Zelda news incoming...
This VERY MUCH feels like an Ocarina of Time tease... we're talking about Kokiri Forest, the Deku Tree and of course, Link without a fairy. The visuals are far more realistic thatn I expected, too
Today15:53 BST
Kingdom Hearts IV confirmed
I don't think this will be the major announcement we were expecting, but it's still a pretty huge one!
A first look at Kingdom Hearts IV, and confirmation it'll be available at launch on Switch 2.
Today15:51 BST
Dozens of games teased
It feels like we're building up to the day's huge announcement with a reel of short clips showcasing dozens of games coming to Switch 2.
Among them are Metal Gear Solid, Final Fantasy XIV Online, and Rise of the Tomb Raider.
Today15:49 BST
The Duskbloods, Splatoon Raiders and more teased
The Duskbloods will get a Closed Network Test this summer, while we see some more Splatoon Raiders gameplay ahead of a dedicated Direct this summer.
There's also a tease for Deltarune Chapters, an update to Deltarune, out on June 24, and Metaphor: ReFantazio - which is coming on November 12.
A dedicated Switch 2 version of Minecraft is announced too for this year.
Today15:45 BST
A handful of new games confirmed
After that rather bizarre and exciting update, Nintendo have announced a raft of other games.
Hello Kitty: Party Land is coming on October 29. Pikuniku 2 launches on Switch next year, too.
And while it was already confirmed, weve have gameplay of Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World. That's coming on December 3.
Today15:39 BST
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2
A sequel to Switch Sports is coming! You will find me on the tennis court like it's 2007 all over again.
Archery, Power Cruising, Boxing, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Bowling, Basketball (!), Golf, Skateboarding (using mouse controls) and Thumb Wrestling (?!), Prop Plane and Jump Rope are the available sports.
Releasing on October 22 - going straight onto the Ryder family Christmas list.
Today15:34 BST
Xenoblade Genesis confirmed for next year
A teaser trailer for the next Xenoblade game, Xenoblade Genesis, hints at a school location. Set for release in 2027 - that was a nice surprise!
Today15:32 BST
Switch 2 version of Xenoblade Chronicles trilogy on the way
Enhanced versions of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, 2 and 3 are all confirmed. A fun new vehicle is coming in the original game and there's a tease of new content coming to the others, with more details confirmed at a later date.
The original will be available digitally later today, while XC2 is out on July 30, and XC3 releases on December 3.
Today15:30 BST
A cluster of exciting ports confirmed
Nintendo Switch 2 is getting a few solid ports. Lords of the Fallen II will release this autumn.
Lies of P: Complete Edition, including Overture, will arrive digitally on August 6 with a physical edition on October 2.
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition is arriving on June 23 with pre-orders opening later today.
Today15:26 BST
Some big Donkey Kong updates
Donkey Kong fans get a nice little side-quest with challenges from across the DK series via the Donkey Kong Challenge NSO, where players will "barrel through" a limited time event.
There's also a huge collaboration with the Super Mario Bros 40th anniversary in Donkey Kong: Bananza, that'll start today - it's not story-led content but appears to be a fun addition to one of last year's best games.
Today15:23 BST
Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet revealed
Confirmed for Spring 2027, Ninjala 2 will be a Switch 2 exclusive.
Today15:22 BST
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave teased with a special edition
We get a look at some Fire Emblem lore, with Cai, Diretrich, Theodor and Leda confirmed as the protagnosits. A preview shows off some turn-based combat and Nintendo have offered an intriguing teaser trailer.
Coming September 17, there'll be a bumper 'Dagdan Edition' for collectors.
Today15:19 BST
Pokopia gets a free update AND expansion pass!
Pokemon Pokopia players will be able to adventure underwater with a new Dive ability, allowing gamers to "expand their town" under the sea. The free update will arrive in August.
A paid expansion pass is coming soon too - starting with part one of three, Bubbly Basin.
Today15:17 BST
One Piece: Grand Gourmet confirmed for October
A new cooking sim including more than 400 characters from the wildly popular anime looks like a simple and fun game for One Piece lovers. Grand Gourmet is releasing on Switch and Switch 2 on October 23.
Today15:16 BST
Your new cosy game is here
Big Walk is next in the showcase, which looks like a very odd, simplistic cosy game ideal for playing with friends. It's out on August 4.
Today15:15 BST
Rayman Legends Retold is arriving on Switch 2 on October 1
New stages, added content and more is coming later this year for Rayman Legends Retold. The nostalgia is REAL.
Today15:12 BST
Dragon's Dogma 2 coming to Switch 2 in October!
Capcom's action RPG is heading to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 9.
Dragon's Dogma 2: Dead Arisen is the next one confirmed in today's Nintendo Direct.
Today15:07 BST
On to the Nintendo Switch 2 reveals - Onimusha: Way of the Sword is first
Confirmed for release on September 25, Onimusha: Way of the Sword gets an early mention. Safe to say it looks visually VERY impressive.
Today15:06 BST
First up - Rhythm Paradise Groove
That was a suitably weird opening to the Nintendo Direct.
The first five minutes were dedicated to the rhythm and music action game, Rhythm Paradise Groove, coming to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. It looks like it could be a lot of wholesome fun.
Also... was that a Navi reference?!
