Now, if you had your ear to the ground, you would have heard of a rumoured Nintendo Direct presentation after Summer Game Fest, and that turned out to be true. Yesterday, the company announced it would host a 50-minute Nintendo Direct, alongside a 95-minute Nintendo Treehouse live stream that gives Nintendo fans a deeper look at some of the games featured in today’s Nintendo Direct.
Getting a traditional Nintendo Direct feels a bit of a long time as the last one we got was back in September where we got a look at new upcoming games coming like Mario Tennis Fever, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Kirby Air Riders, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Pokém,on Pokopia, Pokémon Legends Z-A, Fire Emblem Fortune’s Weave, and more.
Back in February we got a Partner showcase edition of its Nintendo Direct that focused more on its third party partners coming to Nintendo Switch 2 with some indie releases sprinkled in. This nearly hour-long Nintendo Direct means we can finally get that first-party blowout that Nintendo Switch 2 owners have been waiting for to see what games from Nintendo, either new experiences or something familiar from Nintendo’s past, are coming.
With Star Fox coming to Switch 2 later this month, alongside that game, another remake of a beloved Nintendo 64 game was rumoured from NatetheHate a while back to be coming to Switch 2 this year too, with a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time with even more from Nintendo leaked as well. It may not just be about first-party titles as other third party games seemingly have been holding Nintendo Switch 2 announcements back with the amount revealed through rating board listings.
Nintendo Direct for June 2026
Anyway, let’s get into exactly what was shown during the Nintendo Direct for June 9th, 2026. As always, the Nintendo Direct recap will list each game chronologically as it appears in the presentation, alongside trailers and any release dates or windows announced during today’s Nintendo Direct. Now, let’s dive in!
Rhythm Heaven Groove (Switch)
Release Date: July 2nd
Kicking off the June edition of this Nintendo Direct was another look at Rhythm Heaven Groove, reminding players the next entry in the Rhythm Heaven franchise has over 80 games to check out. Rhythm Heaven Groove was already announced before the show and is set to launch for Nintendo Switch on July 2nd, which is also compatible with Nintendo Switch 2 consoles.
Onimusha: Way of the Sword (Switch 2)
Release Date: September 25th
Up next is the Switch 2 edition of the Onimusha: Way of the Sword which will feature Joy-con features when the latest entry launches for Switch 2 on September 25th.
Dragon Dogma’s 2: Dark Arisen (Switch 2)
Release Date: October 9th
The Capcom train doesn’t stop here as the latest game in the Dragon Dogma has been revealed for Nintendo Switch 2 as Dragon Dogma’s 2: Dark Arisen when it launches on October 9th.
Stellar Blade (Switch 2)
Release Window: TBA 2026
Surprisingly, Stellar Blade popped during today’s Nintendo Direct and has been announced to release for Nintendo Switch 2 consoles this year.
Orbitals (Switch 2)
Release Date: September 3rd
After that, it’s time for Orbitals to shine and was officially announced to launch for Switch 2 on September 3rd. Pre-orders set to go live, later today.
Rayman Legends: Retold ( Switch 2)
Release Date: October 1st
Ubisoft gave us another look at Rayman Legends: Retold and is set to launch alongside other platforms on October 1st.
Big Walk (Switch 2)
Release Date: August 4th
Now it’s time for a walk during this Nintendo Direct as Big Walk was revealed to launch on Switch 2 on August 4th.
One Piece: Grand Gourmet (Switch & Switch 2)
Release Date: October 23rd
It’s time to go out on the open seas in the world of One Piece, play as Sanji in this cooking game as he slowly builds his ship restaurant in One Piece: Grand Gourmet when it launches for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on October 23rd.
Pokémon Pokopia Free Update and Expansion Pass (Switch 2)
Release Window: August 2026 (Update and Expansion Pass Content part one)
Pokémon Pokopia is already out on Switch 2, but Nintendo, Game Freak, and Koei Tecmo has announced an update is coming and dropping this August. Alongside that and expansion pass was announced and is available to purchase starting today with the first part set to also release this August with part two expansion content coming later this year and part three coming in 2027.
Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave (Switch 2)
Release Date: September 17th
We got another look at Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave and is also coming in a game filled month when it launches for Switch 2 on September 17th. The game’s collector edition called the Dagdan edition is set to release the same day.
Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet (Switch 2)
Release Window: Spring 2027 (Part One)
A sequel to Ninjala was revealed with the announcement of Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet and part one of the game is set to release in Spring 2027.
Nintendo Switch Online DK Challenge Event (Switch 2 via Nintendo Classics)
Event Start and End Date: June 9th to September 1st
A limited time Nintendo Classics event, DK Challenge was revealed and will let players play through classic Donkey Kong games from June 9th through September 1st. A
Donkey Kong Bananza Super Mario Bros. Collaboration event was also announced and will happen in 4 waves also starting today until September 1st,
Jujustu Kaisen Surviaton Scramble (Switch & Switch 2)
Release Window: TBA 2026
A Vampire Survivors spin on Jujustu Kaisen revealed as Jujustu Kaisen Surviaton Scramble and is set to launch for Switch 2 later this year.
Lords of the Fallen II (Switch 2)
Release Window: Fall 2026
Next we got a reveal of Lords of the Fallen II is headed to Switch 2 alongside other platforms this fall.
Lies of P: Complete Edition (Switch 2)
Release Date: August 6th (Digital) / October 2nd (Physical)
No Lies of P sequel just yet, but a complete edition of the original was announced for the Nintendo Switch 2 and is launch first digitally on August 6th and later physically on October 2nd.
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition (Switch 2)
Release Date: June 23rd
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition, a port of the 2019 Devil May Cry entry was announced and is launching later this month on June 23rd.
Muramasa: Revenant Blades (Switch & Switch 2)
Release Date: Early 2027
Even Vanillaware showed up at this Nintendo Direct with the announcement of Muramasa: Revenant Blades and will let the side-scrolling action RPG epic with stunning 4K visuals, all-new English voiceover and localization, new modes and more. Muramasa: Revenant Blades is launching for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 in early 2027.
Xenoblade Chronicles Trilogy – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (Switch 2)
Release Date: Available Now (Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition) / July 30th (Xenoblade Chronicles 2) / December 3rd (Xenoblade Chronicles 3)
A sleuth of announcements from Nintendo as Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 are all getting Nintendo Switch 2 Editions. The first definitive edition of the Wii original is available starting today with the Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 edition launching later on July 30th and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launching later on December 3rd.
Xenoblade Genesis (Switch 2)
Release Window: TBA 2027
It doesn’t stop there, as Xenoblade Genesis, a new era for the Xenoblade series was announced and is set to launch exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027.
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort (Switch 2)
Release Date: October 22nd
A new Switch Sport game, Nintendo Switch Sports Resort was announced and is launching exclusively for Switch 2 on October 22nd. Players will travel to Wuhu Island, home to all kinds of sports which all 12 were all showed off during today reveal. Pre-orders start later today.
Runescape Dragonwilds (Switch 2)
Release Date: September 15th
Hey we got another look at Runescape Dragonwilds, confirming that Runescape craft game will launch on Switch 2 alongside other platforms on September 15th.
Hello Kitty Party Land (Switch & Switch 2)
Release Date: October 29th
Hello Kitty Party Land was revealed during today’s Nintendo Direct and is set to launch as a console exclusive for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on October 29th. Players will get to play and team up with friends as your favorite Sanrio characters in collection of mini-games designed for fun with friends and family. Hello Kitty Party Land will feature solo, local and online modes for all type of players.
Star Fox (Switch 2) — Free Demo Available Now
Release Date: June 25th
We already got a look at the Nintendo Switch 2 remake of Star Fox, but Nintendo has revealed that players can get a small taste of the game in a demo that’s releasing later today. Star Fox on Switch 2 is set to launch on June 25th.
Final Fantasy Resonance (Switch & Switch 2)
Release Date: October 22nd
Now even Final Fantasy is getting the HD-2D treatment with the announcement of Final Fantasy Resonance, a new standalone game that refines the classic turn-based combat refined with modern mechanics. Better yet, players will be use the game’s vision mechanic as heroes from the franchise’s past helps them out in battle. Final Fantasy Resonance is set to launch for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on October 22nd.
Pikuniku 2 (Switch 2)
Release Window: TBA 2027
Wow, Pikuniku is getting a sequel too with the announcement of Pikuniku 2 and is set to launch for the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027.
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World (Switch & Switch 2)
Release Date: December 3rd
We got our first look at Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World on Dragon Quest Day (May 27th), but now Square Enix has announced the next Dragon Quest Monsters game is heading Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on December 3rd.
Duskbloods Closed Network Test (Switch 2)
Release Window: Summer 2026
No update on when Duskbloods is launching this year, but developer Fromsoftware has announced it is hosting a closed network test for its PvPvE multiplayer action game later this summer.
Splatoon Raiders (Switch 2)
Release Date: July 23rd
Nintendo showed off Splatoon Raiders for the first time in a Nintendo Direct, giving players another look at its Splatoon single player spin-off. The game will appear in a Nintendo Direct again as Nintendo has announced Splatoon Raiders is getting its own Nintendo Direct on June 30th. In the lead up to the game’s launch, Nintendo is releasing daily comic from June 23rd through July 23rd. In collaboration with Splatoon Raiders, Nintendo is hosting a Special Splatfest in Splatoon 3 on July 10th through the 12th. A new joy con inspired by Splatoon Raiders was announced and is launch the same day as the game’s July 23rd on Switch 2.
Deltarune Chapter 5 (Switch & Switch 2)
Release Date: June 24th
We got an update on Deltarune as Toby Fox’s multi-chapter game is releasing Chapter 5 on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 alongside other platforms on June 24th.
Metaphor: ReFantazio (Switch 2)
Release Date : November 12th
Up next Metaphor: ReFantazio is getting a Switch 2 port and is launching on November 12th.
Minecraft (Switch 2)
Release Window: TBA 2026
Minecraft is getting a native Nintendo Switch 2 version later this year. Better yet, it was announced players will be able to carry their Nintendo Switch worlds in the Switch 2.
Sizzle Reel
Nintendo’s inevitable sizzle reel has arrived, as the company quickly goes over the releases of upcoming games coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. As always I’ll list the games but in a much quicker fashion alongside which Nintendo Switch platforms their coming to and when exactly developers are launching them.
- Atelier Karia: The Night Kingdom & the Guide of Memories (Switch 2) – Release Window: Early 2027
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine II ( Switch 2) – Release Window: Holiday 2026
- Observer: System Redux (Switch 2) – Release Date: June 18th
- DAYZ (Switch 2) – Release Window: TBA 2026
- Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.2 (Switch & Switch 2) – Release Date: August 27th
- Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Celebration (Switch 2) – Release Date: Available Today
- Tales of Eternia Remastered (Switch & Switch 2) – Release Date: October 16th
- Snow Runner ( Switch 2) – Release Date: Available Today
- Fitness Boxing 3: Your Personal Trainer – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (Switch 2) – Release Date: July 16th
- Everbloom (Switch 2) – Release Window: Spring 2027
- Final Fantasy XIV (Switch 2) – Release Window: August 2026 via Early Access
Kingdom Hearts Collection (I-III) (Switch 2)
Release Date: October 8th
Finally, Kingdom Hearts fans finally have a way to play the whole series natively on Nintendo platforms as Square Enix has announced Kingdom Hearts Collection (I-III) that comes with Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX, Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue, and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind. Kingdom Hearts Collection (I-III) is set to launch for Nintendo Switch 2 on October 8th.
Kingdom Hearts IV (Switch 2)
Out of nowhere as legit surprise of the show was the reveal of Kingdom Hearts IV as Square Enix confirms the long awaited sequel is heading to Nintendo Switch 2 when it launches. The actual release date of that game was not revealed with the wait for Kingdom Hearts IV becoming even longer.
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