Here are the biggest announcements and reveals from Nintendo Direct June 2026, including a mix of first-party Nintendo titles, major third-party projects, remasters, and Nintendo Switch 2 upgrades. The presentation was headlined by several completely new game announcements alongside the return of some of Nintendo’s most recognizable franchises.
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Returns
One of the show’s biggest surprises was the reveal of a new version of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Nintendo confirmed that the Nintendo 64 classic is being rebuilt for a new generation and will launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.
Kingdom Hearts IV Confirmed for Nintendo Switch 2
Square Enix and Disney officially brought Kingdom Hearts IV to Nintendo Switch 2. The game will feature Sora’s journey through Quadratum and new Disney worlds. Nintendo also announced Kingdom Hearts Collection I-III, arriving October 8 for Switch 2.
New Xenoblade Game Announced
Monolith Soft revealed Xenoblade Genesis, described as a new beginning for the Xenoblade series. The game is scheduled for 2027 and was one of Nintendo’s major first-party announcements.
Fire Emblem Returns
Nintendo unveiled Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave, a brand-new strategy RPG launching September 17 exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2. The game introduces four new protagonists and a tournament-themed storyline.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort
Nintendo revived the Wii Sports Resort setting with Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, returning players to Wuhu Island. The game includes 12 sports, including Bowling, Basketball, Archery, Golf, Skateboarding, and Power Cruising. It launches October 22 for Switch 2.
The Duskbloods Network Test
FromSoftware’s multiplayer action game The Duskbloods received a major update. Nintendo announced a closed network test for Summer 2026 ahead of the game’s 2026 release.
Xenoblade Chronicles Trilogy Gets Switch 2 Editions
Nintendo announced enhanced Switch 2 versions of the entire Xenoblade trilogy:
- Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition launches immediately
- Xenoblade Chronicles 2 arrives July 30
- Xenoblade Chronicles 3 launches December 3
The upgrades include 4K support, 60 FPS gameplay, new content, and upgrade paths for existing owners.
Major Third-Party Reveals
Several notable third-party games were announced:
- Muramasa: Revenant Blades (early 2027)
- Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World (December 3, 2026)
- Tales of Eternia Remastered (October 16, 2026)
- One Piece: Grand Gourmet (October 23, 2026)
- Hello Kitty Party Land (October 29, 2026)
- Metaphor: ReFantazio (November 12, 2026)
- Stellar Blade (2026)
- Lies of P: Complete Edition (August 6, 2026)
- Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition (June 23, 2026)
- Final Fantasy Resonance, a brand-new HD-2D Final Fantasy title (October 22, 2026)
Additional Notable Announcements
Other notable reveals included:
- Rayman Legends Retold
- Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet
- Big Walk from the creators of Untitled Goose Game
- Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton
- Pikuniku 2
- RuneScape: Dragonwilds
- Lords of the Fallen II
- Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen
- Minecraft Switch 2 Edition
- Final Fantasy XIV Online for Switch 2
- Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 for Switch 2
Together, these formed the core of Nintendo’s June 2026 Direct and provided one of the most substantial looks yet at the Nintendo Switch 2 software lineup through 2026 and into 2027.
