The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct 9.8.2026 and Nintendo Direct 9.9.2026
Nintendo confirmed two livestream events for next week, featuring a dedicated Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8 and a general Nintendo Direct on September 9. These broadcasts follow the announcement of a deluxe release for Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom scheduled for October. While the company has officially set the dates for these presentations, the specific content and product reveals for either event remain unannounced by Nintendo.
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- ✓ A Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct is scheduled for September 8, 2026.
- ✓ A Nintendo Direct is scheduled for September 9, 2026.
- ✓ Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will have a new deluxe release in October.
What changed
Nintendo officially confirmed the dates for the Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct and a general Nintendo Direct.
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Nintendo Schedules Zelda 40th Anniversary and General Directs for September
Nintendo confirmed two livestream events for next week, featuring a dedicated Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8 and a general Nintendo Direct on September 9. These broadcasts follow the announcement of a deluxe release for Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom scheduled for October. While the company has officially set the dates for these presentations, the specific content and product reveals for either event remain unannounced by Nintendo.
Why it matters
The Legend of Zelda franchise is celebrating its 40th anniversary. These events occur amidst industry speculation regarding Nintendo's next generation of hardware.
What is confirmed
- A Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct is scheduled for September 8, 2026.
- A Nintendo Direct is scheduled for September 9, 2026.
- Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom will have a new deluxe release in October.
Still unconfirmed
- A trailer for the first Legend of Zelda movie may be released next week.
- The September Directs will cover the Switch 2.
What to watch next
- Official product reveals during the September 8 and 9 broadcasts
- Confirmation of a Legend of Zelda movie trailer
- Details on the Tears of the Kingdom deluxe edition content
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- Engadget — Nintendo Just Announced Two Direct Livestream Events For Next Week
- IGN — 14 Predictions for the September 2026 Nintendo Direct and Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct
- Siliconera — September 2026 Switch 2 and Legend of Zelda Nintendo Directs Scheduled
- Mashable — Nintendo announces Nintendo Direct events for Sept. 8 and 9: How to watch, what to expect
- IGN — Nintendo Confirms 2 Nintendo Direct Broadcasts for Next Week, Including a Dedicated Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Broadcast
- tech-insider.org — Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct: Sept. 8 Date Confirmed [2026]
- Polygon.com — Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Returns in October With a New Deluxe Release
- IGN — How to Watch the September 2026 Nintendo Direct and Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct
- IMDb — Nintendo Direct September 2026: Streaming Details & What to Expect
- IMDb — First ‘Legend of Zelda’ Movie Trailer Reportedly Dropping Next Week, According to New Report
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