The digital conference broadcast by the Kyoto giant on June 10, 2026 completely changed the landscape of the gaming industry for the final stretch of the year. During the event, the Japanese manufacturer revealed that the successor to its current hybrid console will reach the market supported by a strong library, combining the revival of historic franchises with new productions from partner studios right in its initial launch window.
The culmination of the presentation confirmed the speculations that dominated internet forums: a remake made from scratch of the acclaimed The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The short snippets of gameplay revealed Link waking up in the Kokiri Forest with an impressive graphical leap, showing the potential of the new hardware and leaving the community looking forward to more detailed videos in the coming months.
Square Enix also stole the show by presenting new material from the highly anticipated Kingdom Hearts 4. The big milestone in this announcement is that Sora’s next journey will be released simultaneously on the Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox and PC ecosystem, running natively. This represents a gigantic evolution, as on the previous device fans depended on unstable cloud versions to enjoy the latest titles in the saga.
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The Japanese developer’s schedule also includes an RPG with a retro look planned for October. In addition to the grand epic adventures, the event dedicated a segment to casual experiences and unusual minigames, ending the broadcast with a glimpse into the future of one of its most prestigious science fiction intellectual properties, promised for the following year.
Triumphal return of Ocarina of Time marks the debut of new hardware
The certainty that the classic 1998 journey will be available in 2026 served as the presentation’s greatest asset. According to the developers, the title is not a simple remaster, but a complete recreation that uses the modern architecture of the upcoming video game to offer cutting-edge visuals, while keeping intact the magic that defined the 64-bit generation.
End of cloud dependence for the Kingdom Hearts franchise
After years of quiet development, the definitive crossover between the worlds of Disney and Square Enix has shown its true colors. Confirmation that the next-generation hardware will support the game’s graphics engine without hindrance is a huge relief for the player base, eliminating the frustration of relying on ultra-fast internet connections to enjoy the experience.
Complete collection prepares fans for Sora’s new adventure
As a warm-up for the main launch, a collection encompassing the three fundamental games in the series will hit online stores on October 8th. For those who want to test the console’s performance immediately, a free demo of the third chapter, including its additional story content, has already been released for download.
Tactical action and brutality come to portable form with Space Marine
The firepower of the Switch’s successor will be put to the test with the arrival of Focus Entertainment’s intense space combat game, scheduled for the last months of the year. The studio’s promise is to deliver a stable frame rate even with hundreds of simultaneous enemies rendered on the screen, a technical feat that the last generation could never sustain.
Impressive graphical leap revitalizes the Minecraft universe
The global survival and construction phenomenon will receive a native version later this year, focused on getting the most out of the new graphics card. The update will introduce a realistic global illumination system and dynamic shadows, with the advantage that players will be able to transfer their old worlds from the previous console without any data loss.
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New Splatoon campaign gets date and exclusive broadcast
Color paint gunplay enthusiasts were treated to images from the new story-focused expansion, which launches on July 23rd. Due to the complexity of the new mechanics implemented, Nintendo has scheduled a special presentation for June 30th, where the project directors will break down every detail of the solo missions.
Generational transition guaranteed for new monster-catching RPG
The popular subgenre of creature taming will gain a major presence on December 3rd. In a consumer-friendly strategy, the producer confirmed that the title will be multiplatform within the ecosystem itself, that is, it will work perfectly on both the current device and the new system, facilitating user migration.
Open tests for the new bet focused on the competitive scenario
Corroborating rumors circulating on social media, a completely new intellectual property focused on multiplayer clashes will have beta testing phases during the summer in the northern hemisphere. Despite not having an exact day for the final launch, the company guaranteed that the game will join the new system’s exclusive catalog in 2026.
Established visual style returns in new multiplatform production
The charming technique that mixes 3D environments with pixelated sprites will bring to life an unprecedented RPG scheduled for October 22, 2026. Unlike other exclusive partnerships, this Square Enix work will embrace the market as a whole, with simultaneous versions for Microsoft and Sony consoles and also for desktop computers.
Classic space combat returns with immediate demonstration
Ship battle fans can now download a trial version of the long-awaited return of one of the most famous mercenary teams in the galaxy. The official launch of the full version will take place on June 25th, promising improved controls that take advantage of the innovations of the new joysticks and completely reworked graphics.
Tourist island once again hosts sporting competitions for the whole family
The tradition of gathering friends in the living room continues strong with a new compilation of sports minigames scheduled for October 22nd. The big difference in this iteration is the millimeter precision in capturing movements, made possible by the advanced sensors present in the manufacturer’s new controls.
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Set in an island resort much loved by longtime fans, the title will allow the use of classic characters or customized avatars. Thanks to second-generation Joy-Con technology, players will be able to explore a wide range of recreational activities:
- Intense fights in the boxing ring
- Fast hitting in table tennis
- Concentration tests with archery
- Doubles matches on the tennis courts
- Cuts and blocks in beach volleyball
- Knocking down pins in bowling alleys
- Fierce disputes on the basketball courts
- Precision shots on the golf courses
- The fun and unusual thumb war
- Maneuvers and jumps on skate parks
- High-speed racing on jet skis
- Exploration flights in single-engine aircraft
- Endurance competitions jumping rope
Monolith Soft prepares next open-world epic for 2027
Thinking about the long term, the studio responsible for the brand’s biggest science fiction adventures revealed that its next massive RPG is already in production. Developed specifically to extract the maximum power from the new console, the title promises to expand the limits of open world exploration, scheduled to arrive in 2027.
Complete science fiction saga receives definitive remasters
To prepare newcomers, the developer announced improved versions of its entire main trilogy. The first game with updated graphics can now be purchased in the virtual store, while the two direct sequels are scheduled for release on July 30th and December 3rd, offering hundreds of hours of epic content for owners of the new device.