14 Predictions for the September 2026 Nintendo Direct and Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct

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1. 2d ago

   Nintendo Sets Zelda Anniversary Direct and General Showcase

   Nintendo has revealed plans for two separate Direct broadcasts, starting with a dedicated presentation for the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda. The announcements arrived via the Nintendo Today smart-device app, notifying users on Friday morning about the upcoming Zelda broadcast. Almost immediately after that notification, Nintendo issued a second alert regarding an entirely different Direct showcase. The sequence establishes a heavy promotional schedule for the company's hardware and software ecosystem ahead of the fall season.

   Why it matters

   The dual-presentation strategy highlights Nintendo's major push for its historic adventure franchise and its broader product pipeline. By utilizing the Nintendo Today mobile app for simultaneous alerts, the company bypassed traditional media channels to reach consumers directly. These presentations precede a general Nintendo Direct scheduled for September 9 at 7 a.m. ET/10 a.m. PT, anchoring a rapid sequence of rollouts that includes The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake for the Switch 2.

   What is confirmed

   • Nintendo utilized the Nintendo Today smart-device app to announce an upcoming Direct presentation dedicated to the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda.
   • Nintendo issued a second push notification immediately following the Zelda announcement to reveal a separate general Direct showcase.

   What to watch next

   • The airing of the Zelda 40th anniversary Direct and the general Nintendo Direct on September 9 at 7 a.m. ET/10 a.m. PT.
   • Further software and hardware details regarding The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake ahead of its November 5, 2026 launch.
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2. 5d ago

   Nintendo Directs Unveil Zelda 40th Anniversary Lineup

   Nintendo has executed a major promotional push for the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda, highlighted by a dedicated anniversary Direct broadcast on Tuesday. This presentation preceded a second general Nintendo Direct scheduled for September 9 at 7 a.m. ET/10 a.m. PT. Central to the anniversary announcements is the official confirmation of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake for the Switch 2. Nintendo set the launch date for November 5, 2026, with a retail price of $59.99, anchoring a rapid sequence of hardware and software rollouts.

   Why it matters

   The franchise milestone brings a cascade of anniversary content including the Master Collection and regional hardware packages. These events arrive during a tightly packed two-week schedule of announcements managed by Nintendo. Observers track these broadcasts for unannounced surprises and details regarding platform compatibility for the eleven-game bundle.

   What is confirmed

   • Nintendo held a special The Legend of Zelda-focused Direct showcase on Tuesday for the series' 40th anniversary.
   • Nintendo scheduled a second Direct to air on September 9 at 7 a.m. ET/10 a.m. PT.
   • Nintendo confirms the Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2 launches on November 5, 2026, priced at $59.99.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The Legend of Zelda is celebrating its 40th anniversary with an Ocarina of Time remake and an additional project titled Quartet of Time arriving in the nick of time.

   What to watch next

   • The airing and announcements from the September 9 Nintendo Direct
   • Preorder availability and updates regarding the November 5 Ocarina of Time remake release
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3. 17d ago

   Nintendo Unveils Echoes of Hyrule and Master Collection for Zelda Anniversary

   Nintendo is rolling out a massive wave of releases for the Zelda 40th anniversary, highlighted by the newly announced Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Hyrule and the Master Collection packing eleven franchise games. These announcements accompany a rapid two-week blitz of hardware and software launches. The lineup includes a dedicated UK hardware bundle, a Japanese console priced at 62,980 yen, and the upcoming November 5 release of the Ocarina of Time remake. Players can also anticipate potential unannounced surprises tied to the eleven-game collection, expanding the multi-platform celebration.

   Why it matters

   The 40th anniversary celebration builds on significant hardware momentum following the sellout debut of the Triforce-themed Switch 2 edition in Tokyo. Nintendo is structuring the anniversary around rapid-fire product availability across international markets. This strategy integrates classic remakes with fresh narrative perspectives and comprehensive game compilations.

   What is confirmed

   • Nintendo is packing four Switch 2 Zelda 40th Anniversary launches into a 14-day window.
   • The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Hyrule retells the story of Ocarina of Time from the perspective of minor characters in Hyrule.
   • The Legend of Zelda: The Master Collection is officially packed with 11 games.

   Still unconfirmed

   • There might be surprises in store for The Legend of Zelda: The Master Collection.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of release dates for the Master Collection and Echoes of Hyrule
   • Details on the contents and availability of the UK Switch 2 bundle
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   4. www.polygon.com — The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Hyrule Officially Announced
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4. 19d ago

   Nintendo sets Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 and Ocarina of Time Remake dates

   Nintendo is launching a Zelda 40th Anniversary edition of the Switch 2 on October 29, 2026, priced at $519.99 in the US and 62,980 yen in Japan. The console features a Triforce design and sold out within hours of its Tokyo Game Show debut. Additionally, the Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake will release on November 5. This remake introduces a progress-tracking tapestry feature and a redesigned Zora's Domain. Other anniversary celebrations include merchandise, Japanese events starting October 2, and an expanding orchestral concert tour.

   Why it matters

   These releases follow two September 9 presentations that detailed winter releases and Switch 2 third-party ports. The anniversary event outperformed Sony's State of Play and Gamescom Opening Night Live in viewership. This period marks the 40th anniversary of the Zelda franchise.

   What is confirmed

   • The Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 launches October 29, 2026.
   • The Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 is priced at $519.99 in the US and 62,980 yen in Japan.
   • The Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 features a Triforce design.
   • The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake releases on November 5.
   • Zelda 40th anniversary merchandise and events in Japan begin October 2, 2026.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The Ocarina of Time remake features a tapestry feature that tracks progress and objectives.

   What to watch next

   • Availability of the Zelda 40th Anniversary Switch 2 via retail restocking.
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5. 36d ago

   Ocarina of Time Remake Pre-orders Begin Following September Directs

   Pre-orders are now open for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. This follows two Nintendo presentations on September 9, 2026, including a 40th Anniversary Zelda event and a general Nintendo Direct. The anniversary show debuted a Zelda movie title, Lego sets, and amiibo, drawing higher viewership than Sony's State of Play and Gamescom Opening Night Live. The general Direct detailed winter releases and Switch 2 third-party ports through spring 2027, though it omitted mentions of a new 3D Mario title or The Duskbloods.

   Why it matters

   Nintendo is leveraging the 40th anniversary of the Zelda franchise to drive hardware and software sales. The timing coincides with the transition to Switch 2 third-party support.

   What is confirmed

   • The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time remake is available for pre-order.
   • Nintendo held a 40th Anniversary Zelda Direct and a 47-minute general Nintendo Direct on September 9, 2026.
   • The Zelda anniversary event showcased a movie title, amiibo, and Lego sets.
   • The general Nintendo Direct covered winter releases and Switch 2 third-party ports extending to spring 2027.
   • Viewership for the Zelda event exceeded that of Sony's State of Play and Gamescom Opening Night Live.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The general Nintendo Direct omitted a new 3D Mario title and The Duskbloods.

   What to watch next

   • Confirmation of UK pre-order availability for Ocarina of Time
   • Official release dates for the announced Switch 2 third-party ports
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6. 42d ago

   Nintendo holds back-to-back September Directs for Zelda and Switch 2

   Nintendo aired two separate presentations on September 9, 2026. A dedicated Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct first showcased an Ocarina of Time remake, the title of an upcoming Zelda movie, amiibo, and Lego sets. This was followed by a 47-minute general Nintendo Direct focusing on winter releases and Switch 2 third-party ports through spring 2027. The Zelda event outperformed Gamescom Opening Night Live and Sony's State of Play in viewership. However, the general broadcast did not mention The Duskbloods or a new 3D Mario title.

   Why it matters

   These events establish the software roadmap for both current Switch hardware and its successor. The Zelda anniversary focus signals the franchise's central role in Nintendo's 2026 marketing. The absence of major first-party Mario titles leaves a gap in the Switch 2 launch window.

   What is confirmed

   • Nintendo broadcasted a 47-minute general Nintendo Direct on September 9, 2026.
   • The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct featured an Ocarina of Time remake, the official title for a Zelda movie, Lego sets, and amiibo.
   • The general Nintendo Direct covered releases for current Switch hardware and Switch 2 through spring 2027.
   • The Zelda Nintendo Direct had higher viewership than Gamescom Opening Night Live and State of Play.

   What to watch next

   • Official release dates for the Ocarina of Time remake
   • Announcement of the next 3D Mario title
   • Release date for the Switch 2 hardware
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7. 43d ago

   Nintendo Direct Details Switch and Switch 2 Games

   Nintendo broadcasted a 47-minute general Nintendo Direct on September 9, 2026, targeting releases for the current Switch hardware and the upcoming Switch 2 through spring 2027. The presentation followed a dedicated Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct that showcased gameplay for the Ocarina of Time remake alongside the official title for the upcoming Zelda movie, Lego sets, and amiibo. The general broadcast highlighted winter titles and third-party ports for Switch 2, while omitting expected titles like the next 3D Mario and The Duskbloods.

   Why it matters

   The September broadcast builds on a busy promotional window for Nintendo, following closely behind the Zelda-focused anniversary stream that detailed merchandise and the Ocarina of Time remake. Gamers had anticipated a full winter reveal for the Switch 2 hardware during the general presentation. Although software for both current and next-generation consoles was shown, several major anticipated titles failed to appear during the event.

   What is confirmed

   • Nintendo aired a 47-minute Nintendo Direct on September 9, 2026, covering games for the Switch and Switch 2.
   • The general Direct followed the Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct, which revealed gameplay for the Ocarina of Time remake, a Zelda movie title, a Lego set, and new amiibo.
   • The broadcast showcased games launching this winter through spring 2027, including Metroid Ravenous with a special edition and the open sandbox game Kirby and the World Beyond.
   • The next 3D Mario and The Duskbloods did not appear during the presentation.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Gamers anticipated a full winter reveal for the Switch 2 hardware during the broadcast.

   What to watch next

   • Full winter hardware reveal details for the Switch 2
   • Pre-order availability and pricing for Metroid Ravenous and other announced titles
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8. 44d ago

   Nintendo Direct Follows Zelda 40th Anniversary Showcase

   Nintendo follows its recent Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct with a general Nintendo Direct scheduled for September 9, 2026. The previous anniversary event revealed the official title for the upcoming Zelda movie, showcased initial gameplay footage of the Ocarina of Time remake, and introduced new merchandise including a Lego set and new amiibo. Today's general presentation streams for audiences in North America, Europe, and Japan, alongside Nintendo Treehouse Live coverage. Gamers anticipate a full winter reveal for the Switch 2 hardware during the broadcast.

   Why it matters

   The back-to-back presentations highlight a busy promotional week for Nintendo, blending franchise milestones with hardware disclosures. While the September 8 anniversary broadcast leaned into non-traditional gaming initiatives and retro remakes, the September 9 broadcast addresses broader lineup updates. Observers await the general stream to clarify release schedules for the upcoming winter season.

   What is confirmed

   • Nintendo hosted a 40th anniversary Zelda Direct that featured Ocarina of Time remake reveals, new amiibo, and a Lego set.
   • A general Nintendo Direct is scheduled for September 9, 2026, with live streams available for North America, Europe, and Japan alongside Nintendo Treehouse Live.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Gamers are discussing a new Super Smash Brothers and Nintendogs as part of their predictions for the September 2026 Nintendo Direct.

   What to watch next

   • The official announcements and winter lineup reveals presented during the September 9 Nintendo Direct stream.
   • Confirmation of Switch 2 details during the general presentation.
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9. 45d ago

   Nintendo debuts Ocarina of Time remake gameplay at Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct

   Nintendo held the Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8, revealing the official title of the upcoming Zelda movie and showcasing the first gameplay footage of the Ocarina of Time remake. These reveals precede a general Nintendo Direct scheduled for September 9, which is expected to provide a full winter reveal for the Switch 2. The anniversary event focused on the franchise's 40th birthday, including initiatives that extend beyond traditional gaming.

   Why it matters

   The Zelda events coincide with the October release of a deluxe edition of Tears of the Kingdom. This sequence of presentations follows a surge in Orbitals popularity on the Switch 2 eShop on September 6.

   What is confirmed

   • The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct took place on September 8, 2026.
   • Nintendo showcased the first gameplay footage of the Ocarina of Time remake.
   • The official title of the Zelda movie was revealed.
   • A general Nintendo Direct is scheduled for September 9.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The September 9 Nintendo Direct will include a full winter reveal for the Switch 2.
   • The Ocarina of Time remake is being developed for the Switch 2.

   What to watch next

   • The September 9 Nintendo Direct presentation
   • Official release date for the Ocarina of Time remake
   • Detailed plot or cast reveals for the 2027 Zelda movie
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10. 46d ago

    Nintendo confirms Zelda 40th Anniversary and General Directs for September 8 and 9

    Nintendo will host two livestream events this week: a Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8 and a general Nintendo Direct on September 9. The Zelda presentation will provide details on a remake of Ocarina of Time and a movie scheduled for 2027. Nintendo also indicated the event will cover initiatives beyond games. These presentations follow the recent rise of Orbitals to the top of the Switch 2 eShop charts on September 6 and precede a deluxe release of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom in October.

    Why it matters

    These events occur as Nintendo manages the transition to the Switch 2 hardware. The Zelda anniversary marks a significant milestone for the franchise and signals an expansion into cinema.

    What is confirmed

    • Nintendo is holding a Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8, 2026.
    • A general Nintendo Direct is scheduled for September 9, 2026.
    • The Zelda Direct will include details on an Ocarina of Time remake.
    • A Legend of Zelda movie is scheduled for 2027.
    • The Zelda Direct will feature initiatives beyond games.

    Still unconfirmed

    • A new 3D Mario game is scheduled for 2027.
    • A classic Star Fox game will be released in 2026.

    What to watch next

    • The September 8 Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct livestream
    • The September 9 general Nintendo Direct livestream
    • Official announcement of the 3D Mario game release date
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11. 47d ago

    Nintendo schedules two Direct events for September 8 and 9

    Nintendo will host two livestream events next week, starting with The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8, 2026, followed by a general Nintendo Direct on September 9, 2026. These events follow the recent release of Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts, where the title Orbitals reached the number one spot on September 6, surpassing Elden Ring. Additionally, a deluxe release of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is scheduled for October.

    Why it matters

    These presentations coincide with the 40th anniversary of the Zelda franchise. The timing follows the market entry of the Nintendo Switch 2, which now tracks active eShop sales charts.

    What is confirmed

    • The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct is scheduled for September 8, 2026.
    • A Nintendo Direct is scheduled for September 9, 2026.
    • Orbitals became the number one title on the Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of September 6, 2026.
    • Orbitals is priced at $40, while Elden Ring is priced at $80.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will return in October with a new deluxe release.

    What to watch next

    • The livestream broadcasts on September 8 and 9
    • Official confirmation of the Tears of the Kingdom deluxe release
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