Nintendo Direct June 2026 RECAP: All the announcements as they happened

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Here's everything that was announced during Nintendo Direct June 2026 in alphabetical order:

• Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories is out in early 2027.
• Big Walk is an online co-op walking and talking adventure. That releases on Switch 2 on 4 August.
• Day Z is available in 2026.
• Deltarune Chapter 5 is releasing as a free update on 24 June.
• Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition is coming to Switch 2 on 23 June. Pre-orders begin later today.
• DK Challenge is coming to Nintendo Switch Online on Switch 2. It's a limited-time event where players can complete classic Donkey Kong challenges. Players that own Bananza have more challenges available to them. That starts later today until 1 September.
• Donkey Kong Bananza DK Island & Emerald Rush DLC will see limited-time Mario outfits and collectibles to discover. There are four waves and the first starts later today.
• Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, an expanded version of the original, is heading to Switch 2 on 9 October.
• Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World is out on Switch consoles on 3 December.
• Everbloom releases Spring 2027.
• Final Fantasy Resonance is the first HD-2D Final Fantasy game! It looks like the very first Final Fantasy games and is turn-based. There are iconic characters from past Final Fantasy games too. That's out on Switch consoles on 22 October.
• Final Fantasy XIV Online Early Access starts on Switch 2 in August.
• Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave releases on Switch 2 on 17 September.
• Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is out on 16 July.
• Hello Kitty Party Land is a game where players can create a character and play loads of minigames and board games. That's out on Switch consoles on 29 October.
• Jiujitsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton is from the creators of Vampire Survivors. That's out in 2026.
• Kingdom Hearts games bundles, including Kingdom Hearts Collection I-III, are releasing on Switch 2 on 8 October.
• Kingdom Hearts IV was not on our bingo card but that will be available on Switch 2 at launch. There's no release date for that just yet.
• Lies of P: Complete Edition is getting a Switch 2 port! That's out on Switch 2 digitally on 6 August with physical editions releasing on 2 October. Pre-orders open later today.
• Lords of the Fallen II releases on the Switch 2 in Autumn 2026.
• Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 2 is releasing on Switch 2 on 27 August. Pre-orders are open.
• Metaphor: ReFantazio is out on Switch 2 on 12 November.
• Minecraft Switch 2 Edition is on the way. That's out this year.
• Muramasa Revenant Blades, and action RPG, is releasing in 2027.
• Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet is an open-world action adventure game. The first part of that releases exclusively on Switch 2 in Spring 2027.
• Nintendo Switch Sports Resort is out on Switch 2 on 22 October and pre-orders open later today.
• Observer System Redux is available 18 June with pre-orders opening now.
• ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet is a cooking game set in the world of One Piece. Players create and run their own restaurant. That's out on 23 October.
• Onimusha: Way of the Sword is releasing on Switch 2. It supports motion controls. That's out on 25 September and pre-orders open later today.
• Orbitals is out on 3 September with pre-orders opening later today.
• Pikuniku 2 is a new 3D puzzle adventure game. That's out on Switch 2 in 2027.
• Pokemon Pokopia DLC - there's new free DLC where Ditto can dive underwater releasing 26 August. There's also paid DLC on the way in the form of an Expansion Pass. There's a new town called Bubbly Basin with new friends and outfits.That's available later today with Part 1 releasing in August with Parts 2 and 3 releasing at a later date.
• Rayman Legends Retold is releasing on 1 October.
• Rhythm Heaven Groove is out on the original Switch on 2 July and pre-orders are available now.
• Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration is out on Switch 2 later today.
• Runescape: Dragon Wilds is heading to Switch 2 on 15 September.
• Snow Runner is out on Switch 2 later today.
• Splatoon Raiders had a new gameplay trailer that showed what players can expect when it splats its way onto Switch 2 on 23 July.
• Star Fox is out on 25 June with a free demo, including the tutorial and an opening stage, available later today.
• Stellar Blade is being ported to Switch 2. It's out some time in 2026.
• Tales of Eternia Remastered is out on Switch consoles on 16 October.
• The Duskbloods sees a closed network test taking place this summer.
• The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is releasing on Switch 2 at some point in 2026. There was a teaser trailer and that's it.
• Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is releasing Holiday 2026.
• Xenoblade Chronicles 1, 2 and 3 are all getting Switch 2 Editions. The first game will be available digitally later today, the second on 30 July and the third on 3 December.
• Xenoblade Genesis is out on Switch 2 in 2027.

Treehouse concludes

The Nintendo Treehouse stream has now concluded.

Treehouse update

The Treehouse stream has pivoted back to Star Fox to show a look at some more of the game modes from the game.

The holoviewer acts as a way to check out some of the lore of the game. There's a battle banner available in the battle mode too where various things can be unlocked by achieving objectives.

Reaction to Kingdom Hearts IV

Fans in the Kingdom Hearts Subreddit have been reacting to the long-awaited Kingdom Hearts IV trailer.

On a post, RPGNo2017 said: "Nomura's drawings of Xehanort with umbrella in each anniversary had a payoff after all."

AverageAwndray said: "AT A NINTENDO DIRECT???"

Sentinel10 said: "Nintendo and Square are definitely buddies again for them to finally show KH4 again in a Nintendo Direct of all places. :D"

Connected-VG said: "SO IT WAS LUXORD IN THE CARRR."

Rarelydefault26 said: "I don't know what I'm more shocked by, the fact we finally got more footage or that the Nintendo Direct instead of Summer Game Fest was where Square decided to showcase more KH4."

Treehouse latest

Focus is now shifting to Rhythm Heaven Groove that was revealed right at the start of the Nintendo Direct.

The stream is showing the panel playing some of the different rhythm games and - truth be told - it's quite funny seeing how this is unfolding. Co-op looks to be really fun.

That's releasing on the original Switch and Switch 2 on 2 July and pre-orders are available now.

Reaction to Ocarina of Time remake reveal

Fans in the Zelda Subreddit have been reacting to The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake being officially confirmed by Nintendo.

crazedbunny said: "That was the most Nintendo way to announce OoT remake lol, we'll tell you more later bye."

deprevino said: "500 Golden Skulltulas this time."

ItachiKenshin said: "Wish we got a lil more but this will do."

carefree_dude said: "I'm certainly excited about this but why does Link have the triforce of courage before the events at the Temple of Time?"

Coates_MaGoates said: "Mannnnnn it's releasing this year but that's all we get?????"

Treehouse update

The Treehouse stream is now moving to show Splatoon Raiders gameplay. It's out on Switch 2 on 23 July.

A development build is being shown. Players can make their own character. At its core, the game is an action game with shooting elements.

The tutorial level and early gameplay is being showcased.

Nintendo Direct June 2026: Everything announced

Here's a look at everything that was announced during Nintendo Direct June 2026 in alphabetical order:

• Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories is out in early 2027.
• Big Walk is an online co-op walking and talking adventure. That releases on Switch 2 on 4 August.
• Day Z is available in 2026.
• Deltarune Chapter 5 is releasing as a free update on 24 June.
• Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition is coming to Switch 2 on 23 June. Pre-orders begin later today.
• DK Challenge is coming to Nintendo Switch Online on Switch 2. It's a limited-time event where players can complete classic Donkey Kong challenges. Players that own Bananza have more challenges available to them. That starts later today until 1 September.
• Donkey Kong Bananza DK Island & Emerald Rush DLC will see limited-time Mario outfits and collectibles to discover. There are four waves and the first starts later today.
• Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, an expanded version of the original, is heading to Switch 2 on 9 October.
• Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World is out on Switch consoles on 3 December.
• Everbloom releases Spring 2027.
• Final Fantasy Resonance is the first HD-2D Final Fantasy game! It looks like the very first Final Fantasy games and is turn-based. There are iconic characters from past Final Fantasy games too. That's out on Switch consoles on 22 October.
• Final Fantasy XIV Online Early Access starts on Switch 2 in August.
• Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave releases on Switch 2 on 17 September.
• Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is out on 16 July.
• Hello Kitty Party Land is a game where players can create a character and play loads of minigames and board games. That's out on Switch consoles on 29 October.
• Jiujitsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton is from the creators of Vampire Survivors. That's out in 2026.
• Kingdom Hearts games bundles, including Kingdom Hearts Collection I-III, are releasing on Switch 2 on 8 October.
• Kingdom Hearts IV was not on our bingo card but that will be available on Switch 2 at launch. There's no release date for that just yet.
• Lies of P: Complete Edition is getting a Switch 2 port! That's out on Switch 2 digitally on 6 August with physical editions releasing on 2 October. Pre-orders open later today.
• Lords of the Fallen II releases on the Switch 2 in Autumn 2026.
• Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 2 is releasing on Switch 2 on 27 August. Pre-orders are open.
• Metaphor: ReFantazio is out on Switch 2 on 12 November.
• Minecraft Switch 2 Edition is on the way. That's out this year.
• Muramasa Revenant Blades, and action RPG, is releasing in 2027.
• Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet is an open-world action adventure game. The first part of that releases exclusively on Switch 2 in Spring 2027.
• Nintendo Switch Sports Resort is out on Switch 2 on 22 October and pre-orders open later today.
• Observer System Redux is available 18 June with pre-orders opening now.
• ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet is a cooking game set in the world of One Piece. Players create and run their own restaurant. That's out on 23 October.
• Onimusha: Way of the Sword is releasing on Switch 2. It supports motion controls. That's out on 25 September and pre-orders open later today.
• Orbitals is out on 3 September with pre-orders opening later today.
• Pikuniku 2 is a new 3D puzzle adventure game. That's out on Switch 2 in 2027.
• Pokemon Pokopia DLC - there's new free DLC where Ditto can dive underwater releasing 26 August. There's also paid DLC on the way in the form of an Expansion Pass. There's a new town called Bubbly Basin with new friends and outfits.That's available later today with Part 1 releasing in August with Parts 2 and 3 releasing at a later date.
• Rayman Legends Retold is releasing on 1 October.
• Rhythm Heaven Groove is out on the original Switch on 2 July and pre-orders are available now.
• Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration is out on Switch 2 later today.
• Runescape: Dragon Wilds is heading to Switch 2 on 15 September.
• Snow Runner is out on Switch 2 later today.
• Splatoon Raiders had a new gameplay trailer that showed what players can expect when it splats its way onto Switch 2 on 23 July.
• Star Fox is out on 25 June with a free demo, including the tutorial and an opening stage, available later today.
• Stellar Blade is being ported to Switch 2. It's out some time in 2026.
• Tales of Eternia Remastered is out on Switch consoles on 16 October.
• The Duskbloods sees a closed network test taking place this summer.
• The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is releasing on Switch 2 at some point in 2026. There was a teaser trailer and that's it.
• Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is releasing Holiday 2026.
• Xenoblade Chronicles 1, 2 and 3 are all getting Switch 2 Editions. The first game will be available digitally later today, the second on 30 July and the third on 3 December.
• Xenoblade Genesis is out on Switch 2 in 2027.

Treehouse details

The Treehouse stream is focusing on showing Star Fox details, which releases on Switch 2 on 25 June.

It's showing some of the cutscenes and gameplay fans can expect.

There's a campaign, challenge mode, battle mode, holoviewer and training.

We'll be keeping an eye on this instead of covering it intensely while we roundup what was announced from the Direct and all the latest reaction.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

Although it's been expected, a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is being shown. WHAT A DIRECT THIS IS!

It shows Link awakening.

It's releasing on Switch 2 in 2026. And that's it, a teaser trailer - what a tease it is too!

That concludes Nintendo Direct - now to see what the Treehouse stream holds...

Kingdom Hearts IV

WOW, OKAY! A trailer for Kingdom Hearts IV! THIS IS NOT A DRILL!

It shows Sora taking on a huge monster that is wreaking havoc in a city. A first look at some of the characters are shown too.

Action adventure gameplay is shown as expected, with Sora wielding his key blade to defeat enemies. There's also a huge cinematic fight against the huge enemy shown in the trailer.

That's available at launch on Switch 2 but no release date yet.

And that's not all...

Yet more quickfire announcements

Here we go again, more quickfire announcements:

• Deltarune Chapter 5 is releasing as a free update on 24 June.
• Metaphor: ReFantazio is out on Switch 2 on 12 November.
  
• Minecraft Switch 2 Edition is on the way. That's out this year.
  
• Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories is out in early 2027.
  
• Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is releasing Holiday 2026.
  
• Observer System Redux is available 18 June with pre-orders opening now.
  
• Day Z is available in 2026.
  
• Metal Gear Solid Master Collection Vol 2 is releasing on Switch 2 on 27 August. Pre-orders are open.
• Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration is out on Switch 2 later today.
  
• Tales of Eternia Remastered is out on Switch consoles on 16 October.
  
• Snow Runner is out on Switch 2 later today.
  
• Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer Nintendo Switch 2 Edition is out on 16 July.
• Everbloom releases Spring 2027.
  
• Final Fantasy XIV Online Early Access starts on Switch 2 in August.
• Kingdom Hearts games bundles, including Kingdom Hearts Collection I-III, are releasing on Switch 2 on 8 October.

Splatoon Raiders

There's a new, in-depth gameplay trailer for single-player Splatoon Raiders.

Players hunt for treasure across land masses across Spiralite Island in this 3D action adventure game. Players will have to take on foes with an exploration bot essential.

It's like a suit of armour with special moves and traversal abilities. There are loads of cool gadgets it has too. Enemy damage is shown by hit counters.

There's a dedicated Splatoon Raiders Direct taking place on 30 June with daily comics in the Nintendo App until launch. There's a special event taking place in Splatoon 3 too.

That's out on 23 July. There are limited edition controllers on the way too.

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World

There's a trailer for a new Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World game.

Two girls get lost but gain the power to turn monsters into friends.

Monsters can be scouted and then fight by your side. They can also be synthesised to boost their power to take on the most fearsome of foes.

That's out on Switch consoles on 3 December.

The Duskbloods

NOW WE'RE COOKING! There's a new teaser trailer for The Duskbloods.

There's a closed network test taking place this Summer. That's it for now - but it's ALIVE!

Even more quickfire announcements

They're keeping me busy today, here are the latest quick fire announcements:

• Runescape: Dragon Wilds is heading to Switch 2 on 15 September.
• Hello Kitty Party Land is a game where players can create a character and play loads of minigames and board games. That's out on Switch consoles on 29 October.
  
• Star Fox is being shown! The rail shooter is showing gameplay - and it's looking good. That's out on 25 June with a free demo, including the tutorial and an opening stage, is available later today.
• Final Fantasy Resonance is the first HD-2D Final Fantasy game! It looks like the very first Final Fantasy games and is turn-based. There are iconic characters from past Final Fantasy games too. That's out on Switch consoles on 22 October.
  
• Pikuniku 2 is a new 3D puzzle adventure game. That's out on Switch 2 in 2027.
  

Nintendo Switch Sports Resort

There's a new Nintendo Switch Sports game called Resort!

There are 12 sports that use motion controls. These are boxing, table tennis, archery, tennis, volleyball, bowling, basketball, golf, thumb wrestling, skateboarding, power cruising and prop plane. There's also jump rope to get people warmed up.

That's out on Switch 2 on 22 October and pre-orders open later today.

Xenoblade Genesis

There's a first look at Xenoblade Genesis, a new beginning. A new trailer shows a 3D action game with an anime art style.

That's out on Switch 2 in 2027.

More quick fire announcements

We're rattling through them, here are some more quickfire announcements from Nintendo Direct:

• Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet is an open-world action adventure game. The first part of that releases exclusively on Switch 2 in Spring 2027.
• DK Challenge is coming to Nintendo Switch Online on Switch 2. It's a limited-time event where players can complete classic Donkey Kong challenges. Players that own Bananza have more challenges available to them. That starts later today until 1 September.
• Donkey Kong Bananza DK Island & Emerald Rush DLC will see limited-time Mario outfits and collectibles to discover. There are four waves and the first starts later today.
• Jiujitsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton is from the creators of Vampire Survivors. That's out in 2026.
  
• Lords of the Fallen II releases on the Switch 2 in Autumn 2026.
  
• Lies of P: Complete Edition is getting a Switch 2 port! That's out on Switch 2 digitally on 6 August with physical editions releasing on 2 October. Pre-orders open later today.
  
• Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition is coming to Switch 2 on 23 June. Pre-orders begin later today.
• Muramasa Revenant Blades, and action RPG, is releasing in 2027.
• Xenoblade Chronicles 1, 2 and 3 are all getting Switch 2 Editions. The first game will be available digitally later today, the second on 30 July and the third on 3 December.
  

Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave

3D anime turn-based fighting game Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is up next.

Powerful fighters gather to participate in the games where they fight against one another to be crowned champion.

The story focuses on four different heroes each with their own special techniques. Between matches, strength can be gained in different ways through training grounds, for example. Combat is turn-based.

That releases on Switch 2 on 17 September.

Pokemon Pokopia DLC

There's a new Pokemon Pokopia DLC trailer! Now, Ditto can use the move 'Dive' to explore a new life underneath the sea.

It's a free update that's out on 26 August!

There's also paid DLC on the way in the form of an Expansion Pass. There's a new town called Bubbly Basin with new friends and outfits.

That's available later today with Part 1 releasing in August with Parts 2 and 3 releasing at a later date. Mythical Pokemon Manaphy was teased too.

Quickfire annoucnements

• Onimusha: Way of the Sword is releasing on Switch 2. It supports motion controls. That's out on 25 September and pre-orders open later today.
• Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, an expanded version of the original, is heading to Switch 2 on 9 October.
• Stellar Blade is being ported to Switch 2. It's out some time in 2026.
• Orbitals is out on 3 September with pre-orders opening later today.
• Rayman Legends Retold is releasing on 1 October.
• Big Walk is an online co-op walking and talking adventure. That releases on Switch 2 on 4 August.
• ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet is a cooking game set in the world of One Piece. Players create and run their own restaurant. That's out on 23 October.

Rhythm Heaven Groove

First up and we've got a look at the new Rhythm Heaven Groove game.

As the name suggests, it's a rhythm game. The rhythm can change and players have to press the correct button in time with the music.

There are more than 80 new games included. As players progress, more modes are unlocked, such as monster battles where players can attack and heal by pressing buttons in time with the music.

There's also 30 competitive or co-operative games to play.

That's out on the original Switch on 2 July and pre-orders are available now.

Here we go!

Nintendo Direct and Treehouse June 2026 are underway. You catch watch it on Nintendo's official feeds, including through the embedded video above.

We'll also be covering everything announced from the event live so keep it locked for all the latest.

30 minutes to go

There's just 30 minutes to go until Nintendo Direct June 2026 gets underway.

Stay tuned for all the latest developments as they happen. With a 50-minute general direct and a Treehouse stream following, it promises to be a big one.

Renowned leaker makes Nintendo Direct predictions

Renowned gaming leaker NateTheHate has uploaded a podcast detailing his predictions for the upcoming Nintendo Direct.

He claims the speculated remake for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time will get the most screen time, with The Duskbloods just behind that.

NateTheHate also claims not to expect any news on 3D Mario or Mario Kart World DLC.

He also said with Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater and Silent Hill 2 expected to release on Nintendo consoles, "now is the time to announce them".

To be clear, this is all speculation and none of this has been officially confirmed at the time of writing.

Gamers reveal what they want to see

In the Nintendo Switch Subreddit, fans have been sharing what they want to see announced from the upcoming Direct and Treehouse stream.

MuptonBossman said: "I want to see Nintendo announce the Ocarina of Time remake for the same day as GTA 6, just for peak chaos."

AdamAptor said: "I've got my Zelda themed clown makeup from the past Directs, so I'm prepared."

343Bot said: "3D Mario PLEASE."

SiteMajor2061 said: "Hope to see Mario Kart World DLC."

rites0fpassage said: "Highly unlikely but I'm hoping for anything Kid Icarus."

Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster Nintendo Switch 2 release

A new trailer has dropped for Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster for Nintendo Switch 2.

The two classic JRPGs, with Final Fantasy X considered among the very best RPGs of all time, release for Switch 2 specifically on 23 July.

The two games have already previously released on the original Nintendo Switch but this is a specific Switch 2 release.

The bundle is now available to pre-order. It's likely this will appear during today's Direct.

What could be shown at Nintendo Direct June 2026?

It's not yet known what will feature in this Direct but Nintendo has a number of first-party titles releasing this year. There's Star Fox which releases on 25 June and Splatoon Raiders landing on 23 July. These are likely to receive updates.

Speculatively, there could be updates on titles such as The Duskbloods. A remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is also rumoured to be in the works and could be shown for the first time during the Direct.

There may even be an update on Pokemon Winds & Wavesreleasing in 2027.

This is the first general Direct that Nintendo has hosted since September 2025 when it focused on celebrating Mario's 40th anniversary.

How can I watch Nintendo Direct June 2026?

Nintendo is hosting the Direct and Treehouse on its official platforms, including on YouTube.

The stream can be viewed directly through the embedded video above.

When is Nintendo Direct June 2026?

Nintendo Direct June 2026 starts at 3pm BST (10am ET / 7am PT) and will last for around 50 minutes.

The Treehouse stream that follows straight after the Direct will last around 90 minutes.

Hello!

Hello and welcome to Indy100's Nintendo Direct June 2026 live blog!

I'm Jake Brigstock and I'll be covering the event live, bringing you all the latest news, announcements, reveals and more as they happen through the day.

We'll be building up to the Direct and Treehouse, covering the events themselves and rounding up reaction to it afterwards.

You're already in the right place to stay in the know as soon as anything happens so keep it locked for all the latest!