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Nintendo Direct RECAP — The Legend of Zelda confirmed, Switch Sports Resort, Xenoblade Genesis, Kingdom Hearts IV and more
Nintendo has unveiled a ton of Switch 2 news at today's Direct
Nintendo has wrapped up its Nintendo Direct event today (June 9) with 50 minutes of Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch games.
The biggest announcement was a full remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2 as well as new games in the Switch Sports and Kingdom Hearts franchises. There's also some new Joy-Con colors, too.
Following the main Nintendo Direct, a Nintendo Treehouse stream revealed a more in-depth look at some of the upcoming games, such as a Star Fox.
You can look back through our coverage of the event below and make sure you leave us comments at the bottom of this article about what impressed you the most!
Nintendo Direct June 2026 — How to watch
Watching today's Nintendo Direct couldn't be much easier. All you need to do is head over to Nintendo’s YouTube or Twitch channel.
In fact, you don’t even need to go anywhere to watch live, as I’ve embedded the direct feed above.
Today's event is scheduled to start at 10 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT / 3 p.m. BST.
Live — Latest updates
Wrapping up
Ok, the Treehouse has moved on to a four-player game of Rhythm Heaven Groove and while they do that, let's revisit the biggest announcements from today's Direct:
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is getting a full Nintendo Switch 2 remake coming this year.
Switch Sports Resort is the newest successor to Wii Sports and will come with 12 games in total, letting you use the motion-sensitive Joy-Cons to play.
Final Fantasy Resonance will launch on both the Switch 1 and Switch 2 on October 22.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World is a new Dragon Quest Monsters game.
We got a new trailer for The Duskbloods, but no further details.
Xenoblade Genesis was revealed as the next entry in the major franchise that marks "a new beginning" for the series.
Kingdom Hearts is coming to Switch 2 with a new collection. Meanwhile, a brand new game in the franchise — Kingdom Hearts IV — was also announced.
Splatoon Raiders is getting a playthrough now
The team have moved on to Splatoon Raiders, the franchise's first single-player game. We're being shown how to customise characters with different gadgets and battle against Salmonids.
There are a bunch of new gadgets coming in this game that will let players gain bonus powers and attacks. Nintendo wants to get people excited for this title, it's planning to hold a dedicated Splatoon Raiders Direct on June 30.
Star Fox looks pretty slick
If this gameplay walkthrough is getting you interested in trying Star Fox for yourself, then the good news is you can try it for free. Starting today, Switch 2 owners can download the demo that includes the tutorial and a full level from the full game.
The bad news is Star Fox is only available for the Switch 2. So if you're still sitting on an OG Switch you'll need to upgrade to join the crew.
Nintendo Treehouse starts with a Star Fox gameplay demo
We've moved into the Nintendo Treehouse portion of today's event, and it's kicking off with a full gameplay demo of Star Fox, due to land on Switch 2 on June 25th.
I remember the original Lylat Wars back in the Nintendo 64 era so this is hitting me right in the nostalgia zone.
Nintendo of America head takes the stage
Devon Pritchard takes the (digital) stage to give fans a message. It seems she is prepping folks for the upcoming Nintendo Treehouse.
Ocarina of Time remake is official
Looks like the rumors were true, as The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is indeed coming to Switch 2. Like the 3DS remake from years ago, this is a complete remake from the ground up. This will be a huge one for the Switch 2. Best of all, it arrives this year.
Kingdom Hearts IV announced
Now, this is a surprise! Kingdom Hearts IV was just announced. This will likely be a multi-platform game, but it's awesome to see it here during this Nintendo Direct.
Kingdom Hearts collection coming to Switch 2
Kingdom Hearts is coming to Switch 2 with a new collection. Those who own the Switch game can transfer their save data now.
Sizzle reel time
We now get a sizzle reel of upcoming games, including Warhammer, DayZ, and even Metal Gear Solid Master Collection 2.
Metaphor: ReFantazio coming to Switch 2
Metaphor: ReFantazio is coming to Switch 2. This was a surprise hit when it released on other platforms a couple of years ago, and it will likely go over well with Nintendo fans when it releases on October 12.
Splatoon Raiders trailer
We get another look at Splatoon Raiders. It has some of the same mechanics as the Splatoon games, but it's an action-adventure game with some exploration. Expect more info during the Splatoon Raiders direct on June 30th.
Duskbloods closed network test
The Duskbloods get a new trailer. A closed-network test will take place sometime this summer.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World
A new Dragon Quest Monsters game is coming to Switch 2. It has the same art style that the series is known for. You can see the clear influence of Pokémon.
Final Fantasy Resonance
Final Fantasy Resonance launches on October 22 for Switch 2 and Switch 1. Final Fantasy fans on Switch are certainly getting the royal treatment this year.
Another look at Star Fox
Star Fox launches on June 25. There will be a demo on the Nintendo eShop later today, so definitely keep an eye out for it.
Runescape: Dragonwilds
Fans of survival magic games should be happy that Runescape: Dragonwilds is coming to Switch on September 15. Watch out, Wolverine!
Thumb wrestling demo
We now see how thumb wrestling works in Switch Sports Resort. The in-game actions seem to correspond accurately to your movements. You have to shake the Joy-Con, which isn't exactly accurate but seems fun.
Switch Sports Resort announced
We now get a trailer for a Switch 2 sports game. There will be 12 games in total. If you're a fan of Wii Sports, this one will be for you. Naturally, you can use the Joy-Cons in various ways to play the game.
Xenoblade Genesis revealed
Xenoblade Genesis revealed. The graphics certainly look incredible, and the performance appears buttery smooth.
A ton of ports are coming
Capcom keeps cooking. Now, it's bringing Devil May Cry 5 to Switch. Pre-orders start later today. Muramasa: The Demon's Blade, and Xenoblade Chronicles games are also coming
Genshin Impact could *finally* arrive on Switch 2
Genshin Impact was first announced for Nintendo Switch during a 2020 Direct. And six years later, we're still waiting for it to arrive. Well, the wait might be over, according to recent posts on X claiming there's been an update ahead of today's Direct.
In the post, X user genshinmains posted: “Nintendo Switch account login manager has been added to the game. New Nintendo Switch account user, need to bind HoYoverse account. Nintendo Direct live stream in 8 hours.”
Allowing users to log into the massively successful gacha game from a Switch 2 would be a strong indication it may finally be ready for primetime.
Nintendo Switch account login manager has been added to the game. "New Nintendo Switch account user, need to bind HoYoverse account." 👀Nintendo Direct live stream in ~8 hours. #GenshinImpact #原神 #원신 pic.twitter.com/GxalRCPfMuJune 9, 2026
Don't expect GTA VI
Look, it's not going to happen, ok? While it feels like the entire gaming world is desperate for any scrap of information about Grand Theft Auto VI, it feels like the safest of safe bets to say it's not going to show up in today's Nintendo Direct.
More rumored games — including the next 3D Mario
It's been nearly nine years since Super Mario Odyssey gave us the plumber's last fully 3D outing and it's high time for a new game. According to reliable Nintendo leaker Nate the Hate, we may get a first look at one today. Last year's Donkey Kong Bananza set the stage for a first-party Switch 2 3D platformer and I can't wait to see what Mario's next outing looks like.
Other hints from Nate the Hate include potentially a new WarioLand game and a new Switch Sports game.
Expedition 33 could be announced for Switch 2 today
We've got a little bit of time before the event gets going, so I think it's time for a prediction. I would be very surprised if today's Direct didn't include the news that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is coming to the Switch 2.
The cinematic RPG was easily one of 2025's defining games, and a Switch 2 version would make all the sense in the world. A lot of people who have already played through the game on another platform may be tempted to double-dip and get it again, so they can experience it all over again on Nintendo's portable console.
Will we get an update on The Duskbloods?
A lot of Nintendo fans will be hoping to see their next look at From Software's upcoming Switch 2 exclusive The Duskbloods at today's Direct.
We haven't seen anything from this game since the big Switch 2 reveal event last spring, and it was announced with a vague 2026 release window. If it's not slipped into 2027, surely Nintendo needs to give us an update today.
The games we know about in June
Of course Nintendo hasn’t let anything slip in terms of the specific titles we'll see in today’s Direct, so we’re flying blind until the show gets underway.
I'll get round to some of the titles I'm hoping to see later on today but for now, a look at the official Nintendo UK page (where I'm based) confirms these are the games coming our way in June.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth - releasing 6/3/26
eFootball: Kick-Off! - releasing 6/3/26
Unrailed 2: Back on Track - releasing 6/11/26
to a T - releasing 6/11/26
and Roger - releasing 6/17/26
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales - releasing 6/18/26
R-Type Tactics I/II Cosmos - releasing 6/18/26
Star Fox - releasing 6/25/26
Nintendo has to overcome the sting of the price hike
Nintendo is going to have to regain a little bit of customer support with this Direct after revealing it will be increasing the prices of the Switch 2.
From September 1, you'll be paying $499 for a Switch 2 instead of the original launch price of $449. So if you haven't pulled the trigger on buying Nintendo's latest console, now is the best time to do so.
What's on the Switch 2 slate for 2026?
Hopefully today will give us a clearer picture of what's coming to Nintendo Switch 2 over the remainder of the year. Details aren't clear on a lot of things yet, but we know Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave and Duskbloods are both confirmed for a 2026 release.
Meanwhile, Star Fox is out on June 25, and Splatoon Raiders drops on July 23.
Another Legend of Zelda remake?
One of the biggest rumors about today's event comes from known leaker Nate the Hate, who claims Nintendo is working on another The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake.
This makes sense given how it’s the franchise’s 40th anniversary this year. Nate was correct about Star Fox remake and generally has a good track record — so this claim could very likely be accurate.
Welcome!
Hello! Welcome to Tom's Guide's coverage of today's Nintendo Direct. I'm here to cover all the pre-show build up and discuss what we expect (and what we'd like) to see once the event gets underway.
As a reminder, we're expecting Nintendo to kick things off at at 10 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT / 3 p.m. BST.
Got something you're particularly hyped to see land on the Switch 2? Let me know in the comments below.
