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Everything announced at the Nintendo Direct June 2026

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And that's a wrap on the Nintendo Direct June 2026. The fast-paced showcase wasn't packed with as many major announcements as we expected, but we did get the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake, a new Xenoblade game, some release dates, and more.

We've got the full list of the announcements for these upcoming Switch 2 games, so check out everything announced at the Nintendo Direct June 2026.

EVERYTHING ANNOUNCED AT NINTENDO DIRECT

BIGGEST ANNOUNCEMENTS:

ALL THE OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Rhythm Heaven Groove got a fresh trailer ahead of its July 2 release date
Onimusha: Way of the Sword confirmed for Switch 2 on September 25, the same as other platforms
Stellar Blade coming to Switch 2 later this year
Orbitals is coming to Switch 2 on September 3
A new trailer for Rayman Legends Untold, which is coming to Switch 2 on October 1
Big Walk is coming to Switch 2 on August 4
One Piece: Grand Gourmet is a new pixel-art restaurant management game set in the One Piece universe, and it's coming October 23
Ninjala 2 is coming next spring
Limited time event is coming to Donkey Kong Bananza
Jujutsu Kaisen: Rumble Survivaton is coming this year
Lords of the Fallen 2 drops on Switch this fall
Lies of P: Complete Edition is coming this August
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition releasing on June 23
Muramasa: Revenant Blades announced
All three Xenoblade Chronicles games are getting their Nintendo Switch 2 editions staggered through the rest of this year
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort is the latest game in the series that Wii Sports kicked off
Runescape: Dragonwilds is coming to Switch 2 on September 15
Hello Kitty: Party Land is coming on October 29 as a Mario Party-style title
Star Fox demo drops today
Pikuniku 2 is coming next year
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Witchered World is coming December 3
New gameplay for Splatoon Raiders
Metaphor: ReFantazio coming to Switch 2 on November 12
Minecraft is getting a Switch 2 upgrade later this year
Kingdom Hearts games are all coming to Switch 2

So let's get started shall we? We're going to round up our predictions and any rumors for the Nintendo Direct right here

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave

I imagine seeing Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is pretty much a sure bet for today's Nintendo Direct. We last saw the upcoming title at the September Nintendo Direct last year, and it's rocking a loose '2026' release date. I reckon we're going to get a release date and some chunky gameplay for this at the Direct and beyond into Treehouse Live.

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive that's seemingly connected to Fire Emblem: Three Houses thanks to the appearance of Sothis in the reveal trailer. The game appears to revolve around a tournament called the Heroic Games, which rewards the winner with a wish from the 'Divine Sovereign'. Each character has a personal drive as to why they want to win the wish.

Professor Layton and the New World of Steam

This one is my personal pick for what I'd really like to see today, so I'm keeping everything crossed. It was first announced way back in 2023, and we've not really heard from it since. A Japanese-language trailer debuted at TGS, but I am craving more info. It's still scheduled to launch in 2026, and we're not even sure if it's launching on Switch 2 as well as the original Switch. So we're definitely due an update on what the Prof and Luke are up to next.

While fingers are crossed for certain announcements, others are already starting to potentially leak through. One of the biggest rumors circulating ahead of the show is that of a new Wario game. The leaker who successfully predicted both Rayman Legends Retold and Spyro: A Realm Beyond first hinted at a new Wario title, and then said straight up that "a new Wario game is coming."

Sadly for fans of Mario's angry yellow doppelganger, we don't yet know what form that new game might take. There's some hope for a new Wario Land title, but that's certainly yet to be confirmed.

The other side of that leak appeared to focus on Zelda, which brings us to one of the biggest rumors going around ahead of the Direct - the Ocarina of Time Remake. Word on that has been swirling for quite some time now, to the extent that some seem to think it's all-but-guaranteed to show up later today - especially since it was tied into the same rumors that was proved right when it came to the Star Fox 64 remake that was revealed at the last direct.

Ocarina of Time remains perhaps one of the most quintessential Zelda games, one of the most iconic Nintendo games of all time and one of the biggest must-have games even on a console as prolific at creating classics as the N64. Depending on how deep Nintendo goes with a remake, it could prove a massive win for the Switch 2 and an excellent way of introducing a new generation to a true retro banger.

Also likely to show up (and some leaks suggest playing second fiddle only to OoT) is The Duskbloods. Still set for a 2026 launch (as of last month, at least), we've seen precious little of FromSoftware's follow-up to Elden Ring, and I have to say I'm very curious to find out more. There's plenty of souls-y goodness in what we've been blessed with so far (and dare I say, a touch of Bloodborne too?), and FromSoft fans are often rabid enough that I think this is still the Switch 2's biggest system-seller to date. I'm expecting a hefty story trailer and a release date somewhere around the October/November mark.

We're gonna take a brief break, but we'll be back in an hour for more Direct predictions. See you soon!

We're back, and less than 60 minutes away from the start of the next Nintendo Direct!

I don't know if it'll make a major showing today, but another one of the big releases that Nintendo has on its horizon is Pokemon Winds and Waves. Fresh off a big reveal as part of the Pokemon Day celebrations back in February, it might be an important upcoming Switch 2 game, but sadly it's still a long way off.

Despite being revealed during Pokemon's 30th anniversary year, Winds and Waves isn't launching until 2027. That means it might be on the slate, but I'd be a little surprised if we saw much of it today. There's likely to be several more Directs between now and its release date (which I guess will be in November next year) including a whole other Pokemon Day showcase. With no rush on Gen 10, I don't expect it to appear today.

As we approach the start of the Direct, let us know what game you're most excited to see - just check out the poll below to cast your vote!

One announcement that a lot of my colleagues are holding out hope for is Witchbrook. The long-awaited wizarding life sim that's most easily billed as 'Stardew meets Hogwarts' has been enticing would-be players for many, many years - and that could be about to change. With a planned release date for 2026, it's potentially running out of opportunities to show off what's coming. While the community isn't holding its collective breath just yet, the seriously Switch 2 aesthetic could make the Direct an excellent candidate for hosting a new trailer.

Eagle-eyed Nintendo fans will note the absence of one figure in particular from my pre-show analysis: the Big M himself. We're still waiting for the Switch 2's big 3D Mario title, and it sounds as though we might be waiting a little longer. The very same leaks that suggest we'll be seeing a good chunk of Link and John Duskblood seem to suggest that Mario won't be getting an Odyssey-style standalone announced at this show. Given that the Nintendo 3D-platforming experts only wrapped Donkey Kong Bananza last year, that shouldn't come as too much of a surprise, but it's still a disappointing note on which to enter today's Direct.

If you're already wired into the livestream, then you'll see that Nintendo's already started showing off bits and pieces from the stream. But don't fear! The Direct presentation itself still don't begin for another five minutes.

Nintendo's really leaning into the unhinged nature of Tomodachi Life in the current pre-show advert reel - two minutes to go!

It begins, with Yoshiaki Koizumi taking the stage and wasting no time in kicking things off!

Rhythm Heaven Groove is our starter for today, with its Warioware-esque collection of rhythmic minigames. Over 80 games are included, with various new modes to enjoy, as well as a...Skyrim reference? There's a dungeon-crawler aspect that's got a lot of similarity to Crypt of the Necrodancer, and 30 multiplayer games with up to four palyers that adds a little Mario Part silliness to proceedings. Rhythem Heaven Groove hits both Switch 1 and 2 on July 2.

This is a Switch 1 and Switch 2-focused Direct, with all games heading to current-gen and some coming to last-gen as well.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is up next, with a close look at its counter-and-parry samurai combat. Gritty and filled with mythological references, it's comign to Switch 2 on September 25, with pre-orders beignning today.

Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen is heading to Switch 2, with a brand-new area to let you take down a series of new enemies. It looks like a substantial follow-up to the base version of the game, which builds on Dragon's Dogma's cult appeal.

Now it's time for Stellar Blade, which made a major splash across both PS5 and PC. It's now coming to Switch 2 later this year, though it doesn't seem there's much difference between the original release and this one.

Orbitals is a cute, anime-style co-op game, with plenty of different modes to conjure up its It Takes Two-style. It's coming exclusively to Switch 2 on September 3, and can be played locally or via GameShare.

Rayman: Legends Retold is next up. It's a remake of the platforming classic - with its four new musical stages and local four-player co-op - coming to Switch 2 on October 1.

Big Walk! From the creators of Untitled Goose Game, this is a co-op adventure game that's a slightly more polite version of Peak, in which communicating with your friends is key. There are various puzzles to solve, but the real challenge is making sure to stay in range of your friends to make use of proximity chat. It's hitting Switch 2 on August 4.

One Piece: Grand Gourmet appears to be a pizel-art restaurant management game set in the One Piece universe. Your crew will head out to gather new ingredients for new recipes, while you'll run the restaurant with the help of more than 400 One Piece characters. It's coming to both consoles on October 23.

Pokopia is back! One of the Switch 2's biggest hits so far, the trailer kicks off with ditto heading under the sea. Finally, you'll be able to explore the world on the ocen floor by using dive. All of Pokopia's building options are here as part of a free update coming in August.

There's also a paid expansion, with a new town, new outfits, and crucially, new Pokemon (including Mudkip!). The expansion pass is available today, but won't launch with the first section - Bubbly Basin - until August. Two more parts are on the way after that.

From one banger frnachise to another, we're onto the Dagdan Empire with Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave. This latest trailer introduces the four main characters; Leda, Cai, Dietreich, and Theodora. Between matches, you'll be abelt o use your free time to recruit new allies, train in the arena, or travel beyond the city walls to gain experience.

There's also a look at the series' classic turn-based combat, with a glimpse of each characters' special techniques. And then, some pretty ominous chatter about 'the advent of the underworld'. An older Sophis heralds yet another September release date, launching on September 17 with a special 'Dagdan Edition'.

We're Naruto running now, with Ninjala 2. Frankly, I've got very little idea about what's going on, but there's a good look at a massive - if pretty dull-looking - open-world. Look, I've not played Ninjala, but there's a lot more talk about chewing gum than I thought there'd be. Either way, it's coming next Spring.

Bananaaaa. A limited time event is coming to a suite of Donkey Kong games across the classic collection, allowing you to check out the old games in a new light, or heading to Bananza itself for some even more devilish challenges. A collection of cards documenting your achievements will be available to unlock between now and September.

And another limited-time event brings Mario and Luigi-inspired outfits, as well as Super Mushrooms and Question Blocks available across Emerald Rush. Four different events will take place, starting today and running in different waves.

Jujitsu Kaisen meets Vampire Survivors meets battle royale in this next game, which allows you to add different rules to each runthrough as you hone your builds. Jujutsu Kaisen: Rumble Survivaton release this year.

Lords of the Fallen 2 is next up, bringing its soulslike combat to the Switch. Appropriately, it;s comign this Fall.

And another acclaimed soulslike is coming next, with Lies of P: Complete Edition (with the Overture expansion) releasing from August.

Third in this array of combat-focused games is Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition, coming June 23.

All three of those look like pretty standard ports, but it's nice to see the Switch 2 catching up with a series of acclaimed action games.

Muramasa: Revenant Blades follows that up, with a brief trailer introducing a colorful cast of heroes, but very little extra information.

All three Xenoblade Chronicles games are getting their Nintendo Switch 2 editions, with 60 fps upgrades, and new game modes and QOL features being added to various games across the trilogy. Digital editions will be available later today for the first game, with XC2 coming in July and XC3 in December.

More Xenoblade! Some "early moments" from the next game show off some of the series' classic open-worlds, which look as beautiful as ever. There's also plenty in the way of chaoric, fiery battles. We're only hearing the Japanese VA in this trailer, so your exact mileage with these characters may vary if you opt for English language when you get your hands on the game, but if you're a Zenoblade sicko, I can see this being exactly your kind of jam. Anima is certainly dominating the conversation, which comes as little surprise.

Xenoblade Genesis is coming in 2027.

Nintendo Switch Sports Resort is the latest game in the series that Wii Sports kicked off. Boxing, Table Tennis, Archery, Tennis, Volleyball, Bowling, Basketball, Golf, Thumb Wrestling, Skateboarding, Power Cruising, Prop Plane, and Jump Rope are your 12 available sports this time around (though I'm not sure thumb wars and light-airplane piloting really count). Sports Resort hits on October 22.

Clearly not confident in the idea that Thumb Wrestling counts as a sport, Nintendo is introducing the very concept, including horrifying giant hands and elongated thumbs. I hate it.

Runescape: Dragonwilds brings Jagex's answer to Valheim to Switch 2. Following up from a successful PC release and an upcoming console launch, there's plenty of magic, crafting, and building, as well as fights against the enemies of Ashenwild. It's hitting Switch 2 on September 15.

Hello Kitty: Party Land offers a Mario Party-style array of minigames for up to four-player co-op. It's launching on both Switch consoles on October 29.

Star Fox is next, although if you've played this game any of the previous three times it's been released, you've seen a lot of what this trailer has to offer. It's coming soon, and there's a demo of the tutorial and the first level available from today.

Ooh, this isn't what I expected. "the first Final Fantasy game in HD-2D", Final Fantasy Resonance is an interesting return to the pixel art that defined the first six games in the series. Interestingly, it allows you to conjure visions of iconic characters - like Cloud - to help you out. It's heading to both consoles in September.

Pikuniku! I loved the first game, and while this is 3D rather than 2D, it's clearly got much of the same sense of humor that made the original so good. Pikuniku 2 is coming next year.

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Witchered World is coming December 3, with the risky ability to merge creatures together.

Ok, it's The Duskbloods. An ancient Blood Sovereign, a huge blood moon, and some really vampire-y vibes join a clasic FromSoft-guy with his weird gravelly voice and cryptic info. A closed network test is coming later this summer, but I was definitely hoping for a little more from Miyazaki and co.

From there, we head to Splatoon Raiders, which is clearly Nintendo's latest big push to turn this into an actual franchise rather than a series of family-friendly first-person painters. It's all PvE, with plenty of outrageous vehicles and gadgets that offer a few more options than simply blasting your opponents with ink. Upgrades and level-ups turn this into much more of a traditional RPG, but you'll get to find out more in an upcoming Splatoon Raiders Direct, and a series of prequel comics available via the Nintendo Today app. It's launching at the end of July, and is coming with a pair of Splatoon-inspired Joy-Con.

Deltarune is up now, with Chapter 5 releasing later this month.

Metaphor: ReFantazio is the next port, bringing Atlus' fantasy alternative to Persona to Switch 2 on November 12.

Minecraft is heading to Nintendo Switch 2 in a dedicated port offering vibrant visuals, enhanced lighting and shadow, and easy porting for worlds originally made on the Switch 1. That's coming later this year.

Here's a sizzle reel. I've missed the first one, but then there's Space Marine 2, coming Holiday 2026; Observer: System Redux on June 18; DayZ, later this year; Metal Gear Solid 2: Master Collection at the end of August; Rise of the Romb Raider, available later today; Tales of Eternia, October 16; Snowrunner, also available today; Fitness Boxing 3, coming July 16; Everbloom, coming Spring 2027; FF14, which is coming into early access in August.

Kingdom Hearts up next, with three collections of KH games. It's certainly no Kingdom Hearts 4, but it was a whole slate of ports. Cloud versions will let you transfer your Switch 1 saves, from October 8. there's also a free demo of KH3 available later today, focused on its Toy Story section.

Ohh, this is Kingdom Hearts 4. Far grittier than its predecessors, this is the longest look we've had at this in ages, with some towering Kaiju ights in the streets of a bustling city and barely a Disney character in site. It'll be available on Switch 2 at launch, but we won't be getting any hint of a release date today.

And here's Hyrule. And an Ocarina. No prizes for what comes next.

The Ocarina of Time remake's first trailer tells the story of Hyrule, woven into a rug.

Oh I hate that baby Link model.

Confirmed! The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, coming 2026.

Ocarina of Time will be "reborn" with more details coming "in the future," but there's precious little information. We'll have to wait to find out more.

We're wrapping up the Direct itself with a message from NOA chief Devon Pritchard, handing over to Treehouse Live, which is ready to go right now.

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