{"id":1980392,"date":"2026-06-09T14:50:38","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T11:50:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1980392"},"modified":"2026-06-09T14:50:38","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T11:50:38","slug":"nintendo-direct-june-2026-live-updates-every-game-announcement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1980392","title":{"rendered":"Nintendo Direct June 2026 Live Updates: Every Game Announcement"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-cy=\"article-content\" class=\"jsx-2870106660 article-content page-0\">\n<section data-cy=\"article-subtitle\" class=\"article jsx-3932497636 article-section jsx-28683165 news\" data-autopogo=\"true\">\n<section class=\"article-page\">\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo is set to reveal what\u2019s coming for Switch and Switch 2 owners during the second half of 2026 at a brand new Nintendo Direct showcase today, and we\u2019ll have live updates right here so you don\u2019t miss a thing. The action kicks off on Tuesday June 9, at 7am PT \/ 10am ET \/ 3pm UK time, and the show itself will last 50 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo has said this Direct will focus on games coming out during the second half of this year, so we\u2019re expecting some big announcements that will flesh out the fall and winter Switch 2 lineup. But what can we expect to see? Everyone\u2019s hoping Nintendo confirms <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/articles\/legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-switch-2-remake-reportedly-coming-this-christmas-new-star-fox-this-summer\">the heavily rumored The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake<\/a>, which is reportedly due out this Christmas. 2026 is the 40th anniversary of the Zelda franchise after all. And with this in mind, could we also get a trailer for 2027\u2019s <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/movies\/the-legend-of-zelda\">live action The Legend of Zelda movie<\/a>?<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Elsewhere, Nintendo is also reportedly working on a new Wario game, 2D Metroid, a Switch 2 Edition for Pikmin 4, and a fresh Switch Sports title, so perhaps those will turn up too. But if this Nintendo Direct is all about the rest of 2026, does that mean we <em>won\u2019t<\/em> see a tease for the next 3D Mario game, which is reportedly due out in 2027?<\/p>\n<p><button type=\"button\" style=\"display:none\" class=\"jsx-2228525885\"><\/button><span data-cy=\"slideshow-view-trigger\"><\/p>\n<div data-cy=\"slideshow-preview\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 slideshow-preview\">\n<h3 class=\"title5 jsx-62124236 jsx-1085005187\" data-cy=\"slideshow-preview-title\">The 100 Best Nintendo Games of All Time<\/h3>\n<div data-cy=\"slideshow-images-container\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 images-container\"><button type=\"button\" data-cy=\"hero-image\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 hero-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"100. Eternal Darkness: Sanity&apos;s Requiem\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><span class=\"button-text jsx-729543028 button button--primary jsx-3381835873 jsx-4266531355 row-pagination-button next contained centered round large\" data-cy=\"paginate next\" title=\"Open Slideshow\"><span class=\"ign-icon right-chevron jsx-2750866048 jsx-2919720488\" role=\"presentation\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-cy=\"right-chevron\" style=\"background:currentColor\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/p>\n<div data-cy=\"slideshow-images-list\" class=\"scrollbar jsx-2072772685 jsx-4243969252 images-list\"><button data-cy=\"gallery-image\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 gallery-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"99. GTA: Chinatown Wars\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rounded jsx-412047461 overlay progressive-image jsx-2338608387 expand\" data-cy=\"slideshow-image-overlay\">\n<div data-cy=\"element-caption\" class=\"caption jsx-1762799490\">View 100 Images<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/button><button data-cy=\"gallery-image\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 gallery-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"98. Star Fox\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/button><button data-cy=\"gallery-image\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 gallery-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"97. Super Castlevania IV\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/button><button data-cy=\"gallery-image\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 gallery-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"96. 999: Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/button><button data-cy=\"gallery-image\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 gallery-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"95. Fire Emblem Three Houses\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">As for confirmed Nintendo games coming out this year, we have Star Fox later this month, Rhythm Heaven Groove next month, Splatoon Raiders later in July, and Fire Emblem Shadows in September. And we\u2019re due a few updates on games from third-party developers, too. Could we see a fresh look at The Duskbloods, the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive from Elden Ring developer FromSoftware? Last we checked, it was still due out in 2026, so it would make sense to push it during Nintendo Direct.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">It\u2019s worth noting that following the Nintendo Direct is a 95-minute Treehouse Live segment, which we suspect will dive deeper into some of the games shown during the Direct itself. While you wait to find out what surprises Nintendo has in store, let us know what you\u2019re hoping to see in the comments below. And be sure to check back in time for Nintendo Direct itself for live updates!<\/p>\n<div data-cy=\"accent-divider\" class=\"jsx-3449795453 divider jsx-2786329600\"><\/div>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Minecraft<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">A dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 version of Minecraft is on the way. Expect better visuals and enhanced lighting and shadow effects. Your Switch worlds carry over. It&#8217;s due out at some point this year.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Splatoon Raiders<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">We got a fresh look at the single-player Splatoon Raiders, due out on July 23. There&#8217;s a Splatoon Raiders Direct set for June 30, where we&#8217;ll learn much more.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Dragon Quest Monsters: The Witchered World<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Scout, train and synthesize monsters to discover your new favorite companion in Dragon Quest Monsters: The Witchered World, launching December 3 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">The Duskbloods<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">FromSoftware&#8217;s multiplayer action game The Duskbloods showed up, as expected, with news that a closed network test is due out this summer. But we still don&#8217;t have a release date, unfortunately. Nintendo is still saying The Duskbloods launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Final Fantasy Resonance<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Final Fantasy Resonance is a brand new HD-2D turn-based RPG from Square Enix due out on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on October 22, 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Star Fox free demo<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Star Fox gets a free demo, today! The full game launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25. <\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Nintendo Switch Sports Resort<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Sports are on the way! Nintendo Switch Sports Resort includes a number of minigames, including Thumb Wrestling! It&#8217;s due out exclusively on Switch 2 on October 22.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Xenoblade Genesis<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo announced a brand new Xenoblade game! It&#8217;s called Xenoblade Genesis, and it&#8217;s due out on Switch 2 in 2027.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Xenoblade Chronicles Nintendo Switch 2 Editions<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">The Xenoblade Chronicles games are each getting a Nintendo Switch 2 edition. Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition \u2013 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, and its upgrade pack, are available today. Additionally, the digital Nintendo Switch 2 Editions of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 &amp; Xenoblade Chronicles 3 will be available July 30 and December 3 respectively.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Devil May Cry 5<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Devil May Cry 5 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on June 23. Jump into Devil May Cry&#8217;s signature action at a smooth 60fps in both TV and handheld mode as Nero, Dante, V, and Vergil when Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition slashes its way onto Nintendo Switch 2.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Lies of P<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Lies of P: Complete Edition launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 6.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Lods of the Fallen 2<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Lords of the Fallen 2 launches on Nintendo Switch 2 this fall.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Survive. Exorcise. Change the game. Fight cursed spirits, outscore your rivals, and be the last player standing victorious in this eight-player survivors royale! JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON comes to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Donkey Kong Bananza DLC<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo announced Donkey Kong Bananza DLC, which includes Mario-inspired outfits. For a limited time only on Nintendo Switch 2, you can take on challenges in Donkey Kong Bananza and other select Donkey Kong Nintendo Classics titles via Nintendo Switch Online. Plus, in the Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island &amp; Emerald Rush paid DLC, a limited-time collaboration with Super Mario Bros. is available. This limited-time collaboration event will be held in four waves with the first wave beginning later today.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Fire Emblem: Fortune&#8217;s Weave<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">We got a new trailer for Fire Emblem: Fortune&#8217;s Weave, and, finally, a release date: September 17. Another September game!<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Pok\u00e9mon Pokopia DLC<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo announced a free update for Pok\u00e9mon Pokopia in August that adds a new move: Dive. With Dive, you\u2019ll be able to explore the world on the ocean floor and enjoy a life with Pok\u00e9mon living under the sea. There&#8217;s also paid DLC via an expansion pass. The Pok\u00e9mon Pokopia Expansion Pass paid DLC is available for purchase today. Part 1: Bubbly Basin is planned for release this August.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">One Piece: Grand Gourmet<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Here&#8217;s a surprise announce: One Piece: Grand Gourmet is due out October 23, 2026 on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Steam, App Store, and Google Play.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2896921488 video jsx-2008855984 aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9\">\n<div class=\"badge jsx-1349606671 jsx-3647116352\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-play jsx-2750866048 jsx-1044454891\" role=\"img\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-cy=\"icon-play\" aria-label=\"Play\" style=\"background:currentColor\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Rayman Legends Retold<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Ubisoft is bringing Rayman Legends Retold to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Orbitals<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">The promising looking two-player co-op adventure Orbitals, is due out exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2896921488 video jsx-2008855984 aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9\">\n<div class=\"badge jsx-1349606671 jsx-3647116352\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-play jsx-2750866048 jsx-1044454891\" role=\"img\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-cy=\"icon-play\" aria-label=\"Play\" style=\"background:currentColor\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Stellar Blade<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Stellar Blade is coming to Nintendo Switch 2! Shift Up just announced the sequel at Summer Game Fest, but now we know the first game is due out on Switch 2 at some point in 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Dragon&#8217;s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Dragon&#8217;s Dogma 2 is getting an expansion! The surprise announcement at Nintendo Direct revealed Dark Arisen, the same name as the popular expansion for the first game. It&#8217;s due out October 9.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Onimusha: Way of the Sword<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Onimusha: Way of the Sword is coming to Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo offered a fresh look at the combat in Capcom&#8217;s upcoming action game. It&#8217;s due out September 25, 2026.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2896921488 video jsx-2008855984 aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9\">\n<div class=\"badge jsx-1349606671 jsx-3647116352\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-play jsx-2750866048 jsx-1044454891\" role=\"img\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-cy=\"icon-play\" aria-label=\"Play\" style=\"background:currentColor\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\"><strong>Rhythm Heaven Groove<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo Direct kicked off with a fresh look at Rhythm Heaven Groove, which is due out on Switch on July 2, 2026. There are over 80 new rhythm games included, as well as plenty to unluck. Up to four players can play in over 30 multiplayer games.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>10 minutes to go! <\/strong>I wonder how the Ocarina remake might work if it was reimagined almost like a Breath of the Wild sequel as opposed to a straightforward remake that plays similarly to the original? Hopefully we&#8217;ll find out soon.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>30 minutes to go!<\/strong> We&#8217;ll be updating live right here throughout today&#8217;s Nintendo Direct. I really do hope we get to see The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, and if we do, it will be fascinating to see how it looks and, perhaps more importantly, how it plays.<\/p>\n<div data-cy=\"accent-divider\" class=\"jsx-3449795453 divider jsx-2786329600\"><\/div>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><em>Wesley is Director, News at IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n<p><span class=\"stack jsx-1475529924\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2155806329 adunit-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"jsx-2155806329 bobble bobble-1 pogocnt pg-article\">\n<div data-mix-name=\"secondaryMedrec\" data-pos=\"1\" data-pogo-hide=\"1\" class=\"jsx-343126785 pogo-slot\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<section class=\"article-page\">\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo is set to reveal what\u2019s coming for Switch and Switch 2 owners during the second half of 2026 at a brand new Nintendo Direct showcase today, and we\u2019ll have live updates right here so you don\u2019t miss a thing. The action kicks off on Tuesday June 9, at 7am PT \/ 10am ET \/ 3pm UK time, and the show itself will last 50 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo has said this Direct will focus on games coming out during the second half of this year, so we\u2019re expecting some big announcements that will flesh out the fall and winter Switch 2 lineup. But what can we expect to see? Everyone\u2019s hoping Nintendo confirms <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/articles\/legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-switch-2-remake-reportedly-coming-this-christmas-new-star-fox-this-summer\">the heavily rumored The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake<\/a>, which is reportedly due out this Christmas. 2026 is the 40th anniversary of the Zelda franchise after all. And with this in mind, could we also get a trailer for 2027\u2019s <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/movies\/the-legend-of-zelda\">live action The Legend of Zelda movie<\/a>?<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Elsewhere, Nintendo is also reportedly working on a new Wario game, 2D Metroid, a Switch 2 Edition for Pikmin 4, and a fresh Switch Sports title, so perhaps those will turn up too. But if this Nintendo Direct is all about the rest of 2026, does that mean we <em>won\u2019t<\/em> see a tease for the next 3D Mario game, which is reportedly due out in 2027?<\/p>\n<p><button type=\"button\" style=\"display:none\" class=\"jsx-2228525885\"><\/button><span data-cy=\"slideshow-view-trigger\"><\/p>\n<div data-cy=\"slideshow-preview\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 slideshow-preview\">\n<h3 class=\"title5 jsx-62124236 jsx-1085005187\" data-cy=\"slideshow-preview-title\">The 100 Best Nintendo Games of All Time<\/h3>\n<div data-cy=\"slideshow-images-container\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 images-container\"><button type=\"button\" data-cy=\"hero-image\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 hero-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"100. Eternal Darkness: Sanity&apos;s Requiem\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><span class=\"button-text jsx-729543028 button button--primary jsx-3381835873 jsx-4266531355 row-pagination-button next contained centered round large\" data-cy=\"paginate next\" title=\"Open Slideshow\"><span class=\"ign-icon right-chevron jsx-2750866048 jsx-2919720488\" role=\"presentation\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-cy=\"right-chevron\" style=\"background:currentColor\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><\/p>\n<div data-cy=\"slideshow-images-list\" class=\"scrollbar jsx-2072772685 jsx-4243969252 images-list\"><button data-cy=\"gallery-image\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 gallery-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"99. GTA: Chinatown Wars\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"rounded jsx-412047461 overlay progressive-image jsx-2338608387 expand\" data-cy=\"slideshow-image-overlay\">\n<div data-cy=\"element-caption\" class=\"caption jsx-1762799490\">View 100 Images<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/button><button data-cy=\"gallery-image\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 gallery-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"98. Star Fox\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/button><button data-cy=\"gallery-image\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 gallery-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"97. Super Castlevania IV\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/button><button data-cy=\"gallery-image\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 gallery-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"96. 999: Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/button><button data-cy=\"gallery-image\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Open Slideshow\" class=\"jsx-1711207865 gallery-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"95. Fire Emblem Three Houses\" class=\"progressive-image jsx-2896921488 image aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9 jsx-2605834259 jsx-2338608387 hover-opacity\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">As for confirmed Nintendo games coming out this year, we have Star Fox later this month, Rhythm Heaven Groove next month, Splatoon Raiders later in July, and Fire Emblem Shadows in September. And we\u2019re due a few updates on games from third-party developers, too. Could we see a fresh look at The Duskbloods, the Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive from Elden Ring developer FromSoftware? Last we checked, it was still due out in 2026, so it would make sense to push it during Nintendo Direct.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">It\u2019s worth noting that following the Nintendo Direct is a 95-minute Treehouse Live segment, which we suspect will dive deeper into some of the games shown during the Direct itself. While you wait to find out what surprises Nintendo has in store, let us know what you\u2019re hoping to see in the comments below. And be sure to check back in time for Nintendo Direct itself for live updates!<\/p>\n<div data-cy=\"accent-divider\" class=\"jsx-3449795453 divider jsx-2786329600\"><\/div>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Minecraft<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">A dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 version of Minecraft is on the way. Expect better visuals and enhanced lighting and shadow effects. Your Switch worlds carry over. It&#8217;s due out at some point this year.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Splatoon Raiders<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">We got a fresh look at the single-player Splatoon Raiders, due out on July 23. There&#8217;s a Splatoon Raiders Direct set for June 30, where we&#8217;ll learn much more.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Dragon Quest Monsters: The Witchered World<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Scout, train and synthesize monsters to discover your new favorite companion in Dragon Quest Monsters: The Witchered World, launching December 3 on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">The Duskbloods<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">FromSoftware&#8217;s multiplayer action game The Duskbloods showed up, as expected, with news that a closed network test is due out this summer. But we still don&#8217;t have a release date, unfortunately. Nintendo is still saying The Duskbloods launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Final Fantasy Resonance<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Final Fantasy Resonance is a brand new HD-2D turn-based RPG from Square Enix due out on Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on October 22, 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Star Fox free demo<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Star Fox gets a free demo, today! The full game launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on June 25. <\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Nintendo Switch Sports Resort<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Sports are on the way! Nintendo Switch Sports Resort includes a number of minigames, including Thumb Wrestling! It&#8217;s due out exclusively on Switch 2 on October 22.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Xenoblade Genesis<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo announced a brand new Xenoblade game! It&#8217;s called Xenoblade Genesis, and it&#8217;s due out on Switch 2 in 2027.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Xenoblade Chronicles Nintendo Switch 2 Editions<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">The Xenoblade Chronicles games are each getting a Nintendo Switch 2 edition. Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition \u2013 Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, and its upgrade pack, are available today. Additionally, the digital Nintendo Switch 2 Editions of Xenoblade Chronicles 2 &amp; Xenoblade Chronicles 3 will be available July 30 and December 3 respectively.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Devil May Cry 5<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Devil May Cry 5 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 on June 23. Jump into Devil May Cry&#8217;s signature action at a smooth 60fps in both TV and handheld mode as Nero, Dante, V, and Vergil when Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition slashes its way onto Nintendo Switch 2.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Lies of P<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Lies of P: Complete Edition launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on August 6.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Lods of the Fallen 2<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Lords of the Fallen 2 launches on Nintendo Switch 2 this fall.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Survive. Exorcise. Change the game. Fight cursed spirits, outscore your rivals, and be the last player standing victorious in this eight-player survivors royale! JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON comes to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Donkey Kong Bananza DLC<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo announced Donkey Kong Bananza DLC, which includes Mario-inspired outfits. For a limited time only on Nintendo Switch 2, you can take on challenges in Donkey Kong Bananza and other select Donkey Kong Nintendo Classics titles via Nintendo Switch Online. Plus, in the Donkey Kong Bananza: DK Island &amp; Emerald Rush paid DLC, a limited-time collaboration with Super Mario Bros. is available. This limited-time collaboration event will be held in four waves with the first wave beginning later today.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Fire Emblem: Fortune&#8217;s Weave<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">We got a new trailer for Fire Emblem: Fortune&#8217;s Weave, and, finally, a release date: September 17. Another September game!<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Pok\u00e9mon Pokopia DLC<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo announced a free update for Pok\u00e9mon Pokopia in August that adds a new move: Dive. With Dive, you\u2019ll be able to explore the world on the ocean floor and enjoy a life with Pok\u00e9mon living under the sea. There&#8217;s also paid DLC via an expansion pass. The Pok\u00e9mon Pokopia Expansion Pass paid DLC is available for purchase today. Part 1: Bubbly Basin is planned for release this August.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">One Piece: Grand Gourmet<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Here&#8217;s a surprise announce: One Piece: Grand Gourmet is due out October 23, 2026 on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, Steam, App Store, and Google Play.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2896921488 video jsx-2008855984 aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9\">\n<div class=\"badge jsx-1349606671 jsx-3647116352\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-play jsx-2750866048 jsx-1044454891\" role=\"img\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-cy=\"icon-play\" aria-label=\"Play\" style=\"background:currentColor\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Rayman Legends Retold<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Ubisoft is bringing Rayman Legends Retold to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 1.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Orbitals<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">The promising looking two-player co-op adventure Orbitals, is due out exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2896921488 video jsx-2008855984 aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9\">\n<div class=\"badge jsx-1349606671 jsx-3647116352\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-play jsx-2750866048 jsx-1044454891\" role=\"img\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-cy=\"icon-play\" aria-label=\"Play\" style=\"background:currentColor\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Stellar Blade<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Stellar Blade is coming to Nintendo Switch 2! Shift Up just announced the sequel at Summer Game Fest, but now we know the first game is due out on Switch 2 at some point in 2026.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Dragon&#8217;s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Dragon&#8217;s Dogma 2 is getting an expansion! The surprise announcement at Nintendo Direct revealed Dark Arisen, the same name as the popular expansion for the first game. It&#8217;s due out October 9.<\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">Onimusha: Way of the Sword<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Onimusha: Way of the Sword is coming to Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo offered a fresh look at the combat in Capcom&#8217;s upcoming action game. It&#8217;s due out September 25, 2026.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2896921488 video jsx-2008855984 aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9\">\n<div class=\"badge jsx-1349606671 jsx-3647116352\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-play jsx-2750866048 jsx-1044454891\" role=\"img\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-cy=\"icon-play\" aria-label=\"Play\" style=\"background:currentColor\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\"><strong>Rhythm Heaven Groove<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Nintendo Direct kicked off with a fresh look at Rhythm Heaven Groove, which is due out on Switch on July 2, 2026. There are over 80 new rhythm games included, as well as plenty to unluck. Up to four players can play in over 30 multiplayer games.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>10 minutes to go! <\/strong>I wonder how the Ocarina remake might work if it was reimagined almost like a Breath of the Wild sequel as opposed to a straightforward remake that plays similarly to the original? Hopefully we&#8217;ll find out soon.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><strong>30 minutes to go!<\/strong> We&#8217;ll be updating live right here throughout today&#8217;s Nintendo Direct. I really do hope we get to see The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, and if we do, it will be fascinating to see how it looks and, perhaps more importantly, how it plays.<\/p>\n<div data-cy=\"accent-divider\" class=\"jsx-3449795453 divider jsx-2786329600\"><\/div>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><em>Wesley is Director, News at IGN. Find him on Twitter at @wyp100. You can reach Wesley at wesley_yinpoole@ign.com or confidentially at wyp100@proton.me.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nintendo is set to reveal what\u2019s coming for Switch and Switch 2 owners during the second half of 2026 at a brand new Nintendo Direct showcase today, and we\u2019ll have live updates right here so you don\u2019t miss a thing. 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