If you missed the June 2026 Nintendo Direct, you basically slept through the biggest gaming event of the year. Nintendo didn’t just drop announcements — they dropped a bombshell lineup that has every gamer on the planet losing their minds. From a long-rumored Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake to Kingdom Hearts IV on Switch 2, this 50-minute showcase was nothing short of legendary.
Here’s every major reveal, ranked by how much it shook the gaming world — and what it means for the rest of 2026.
1. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake
Yes, it’s real. Nintendo officially confirmed a full remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Nintendo Switch 2. The game that defined 3D action-adventure gaming in 1998 is getting a modern overhaul, and the brief glimpse in the Direct showed updated Hyrule Field, redesigned character models, and what looked like a completely reworked combat system.
For a game that’s consistently ranked as one of the greatest video games of all time, this is arguably the biggest reveal of the entire showcase. Fans have been begging for this remake for over a decade, and Nintendo finally delivered.
Expected release: Holiday 2026 / Early 2027
2. Xenoblade Genesis — A Brand New Entry
Monolith Soft pulled out all the stops with a cinematic trailer for Xenoblade Genesis, a brand-new entry in the beloved JRPG franchise. The trailer showcased a massive open world with real-time combat, a mysterious new protagonist, and the kind of scale that only Switch 2 hardware can deliver. If you loved Xenoblade Chronicles 3, this one’s going to hit different.
Expected release: 2027
3. Kingdom Hearts IV Comes to Switch 2
Say what? Kingdom Hearts — the Square Enix-Disney crossover that has defined action JRPGs for over two decades — is officially coming to Nintendo Switch 2. This is a franchise that has historically been PlayStation-exclusive, so seeing it land on a Nintendo console is a massive deal.
The trailer showed Sora in a reimagined world with updated graphics and what appears to be a brand-new story arc. Whether you’re a longtime Kingdom Hearts fan or someone who just wants to see what the fuss is about, this is the perfect entry point.
For more on Kingdom Hearts news, check out our coverage of Kingdom Hearts IV’s Summer Game Fest debut where the game was first showcased.
Expected release: Late 2026
4. Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Finally Gets a Release Date
After a year of silence since its 2025 reveal, Nintendo dropped a lengthy new trailer for Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave with a confirmed release date of September 17, 2026. The trailer broke down the story, introduced each protagonist, and showcased a refined tactical combat system that looks incredible.
This is shaping up to be one of the best Fire Emblem entries yet, and September can’t come soon enough.
5. Rhythm Heaven Groove — 80+ Minigames and a Killer RPG Mode
Nintendo kicked off the Direct with Rhythm Heaven Groove, and it’s packed with more than 80 new minigames. The real standout? A new RPG-style mode that blends rhythm mechanics with Street Fighter-style button combinations in time to the music. It’s launching on July 2, 2026 for both original Switch and Switch 2.
6. One Piece: Grand Gourmet — A Cooking Game, Seriously
Forget sailing the Grand Line — in One Piece: Grand Gourmet, you’re running a high-profile restaurant, cooking meals for clients, and managing your business with a mix of Devil Fruits and financial strategy. It launches October 23, 2026 for Switch and Switch 2. It’s unexpected, it’s weird, and honestly? It sounds amazing.
7. Dragon’s Dogma 2 + Expansion on Switch 2
Capcom is going all-in on Nintendo’s new console. Dragon’s Dogma 2 — the massive open-world RPG from 2024 — is getting a Switch 2 port launching October 9, 2026, complete with a new expansion built in. If you missed it on other platforms, this is your chance.
8. Stellar Blade Heads to Switch 2
The stylish action game from Shift Up is making its way to Switch 2, though no firm release date has been announced yet. Given how stunning the game looks on PS5, seeing it on Nintendo’s handheld hybrid is going to be a technical showcase for the new console.
9. Lies of P: Complete Edition on Switch 2
The Pinocchio-inspired soulslike Lies of P is coming to Switch 2 with a Complete Edition that includes the game and its expansion prequel, Overture. Digital release on August 6, physical on October 2. This one’s going to test the limits of what Switch 2 can handle.
10. Pokémon Pokopia Underwater Update
Nintendo and Koei Tecmo are releasing a free Pokémon Pokopia update in August that lets you go underwater, meet new Pokémon, and build settlements beneath the waves. There’s also a paid expansion pass available now. For Pokémon fans, this is a massive content drop.
11. Onimusha: Way of the Sword with Motion Controls
Capcom’s newest Onimusha game is coming to Switch 2 with motion controls support, launching September 25, 2026. The series hasn’t had a main entry in years, and the motion control integration could make this a killer Switch 2 exclusive experience.
12. Mighty Cuphead Adventure — A Brand New Cuphead Game
Studio MDHR dropped a surprise announcement: a brand-new Cuphead game called Mighty Cuphead Adventure is in early development. Expect the same gorgeous hand-drawn animation style that made the original a modern classic. No release date yet, but just knowing it’s happening is enough.
The Switch 2 Is Already Delivering
The June 2026 Nintendo Direct wasn’t just a showcase — it was a statement. Nintendo is positioning the Switch 2 as the ultimate hybrid console with a lineup that spans every genre: epic JRPGs, beloved remakes, quirky indie darlings, and massive third-party ports.
With Ocarina of Time getting a remake, Kingdom Hearts IV landing on Nintendo hardware, and Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave finally getting a date, the second half of 2026 is going to be absolutely stacked.
For more on the biggest gaming reveals of the season, check out our complete Summer Game Fest 2026 coverage and the Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton announcement that also came out of this season.
What announcement got you the most hyped? Are you picking up a Switch 2 this year? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!
