Nintendo unveils The Legend of Zelda remake for Switch 2 in 2026
Nintendo unveiled new video game projects for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 on Tuesday during a Nintendo Direct broadcast in Kyoto. The digital showcase introduced unannounced productions alongside major expansion packs for the company’s current console.
The Japanese company confirmed a complete graphical rebuild of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, the classic adventure originally released on Nintendo 64. Developers rebuilt the 1998 title with modern polygon models and upgraded game environments. Nintendo confirmed that the newly announced software lineup will support both the aging original hybrid platform through digital updates and drive momentum for the upcoming Switch 2 system through high-profile visual remakes, original role-playing sagas, and major third-party releases.
The reimagined Zelda project will launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.
Square Enix expands the Kingdom Hearts franchise
Square Enix places protagonist Sora within the realistic urban setting of Quadratum in Kingdom Hearts IV. The action title will reach store shelves simultaneously with the global commercial debut of Nintendo Switch 2.
The publisher will also launch a comprehensive remastered trilogy on Nintendo Switch 2 to prepare players for the next mainline installment. The collection adapts three complete releases to the hardware specifications of the new console:
- Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX
- Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue
- Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind
Players will gain access to the complete narrative collection on October 8. The bundle compiles all core story arcs.
Motion athletics return to Wuhu Island
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort revives the tropical setting of Wuhu Island with software designed around the updated controller features of Nintendo Switch 2. The title will arrive at retailers on October 22.
The package contains twelve competitive athletic activities designed for local and online multiplayer sessions:
- Boxing
- Table tennis
- Archery
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling
- Basketball
- Golf
- Thumb wrestling
- Skateboarding
- Power cruising
- Air sports
Sales begin in October.
FromSoftware announced The Duskbloods, an eight-player competitive multiplayer battle arena that utilizes blood-based combat mechanics. The dark action title will launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 during 2026.
Monolith Soft introduces Xenoblade Genesis
Monolith Soft revealed Xenoblade Genesis, an original role-playing game that establishes a brand new storyline within the science-fiction universe. The project will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027.
Nintendo also deployed an immediate performance update for Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition on the eShop digital storefront. The patch enhances the existing title with several technical upgrades:
- Native 4K resolution on compatible screens
- Targeted 60 frames per second display rate
- New vehicles
- Additional speed competitions
- Exclusive equipment items
- Re-recorded vocal audio tracks
The update launched immediately.
The Pokémon Company will release a free ocean diving update for Pokémon Pokopia in August alongside the paid Bubbly Basin expansion pack. The downloadable content introduces an underwater town, custom furnishings, avatar clothing, and additional Pokémon species.
Visual upgrades reach Minecraft on newer hardware
Mojang will release an enhanced version of Minecraft for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026 featuring the Vibrant Visuals engine. The port includes the Super Mario Mash-Up pack and supports direct save transfers from the current console.
Indie developer Toby Fox scheduled Chapter 5 of Deltarune for release on June 24 as a free update across both Nintendo Switch systems. The new chapter expands the episodic fantasy adventure.
Capcom will launch the historical samurai combat title Onimusha: Way of the Sword on September 25 with legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi as the lead character. Cooperative space puzzle adventure Orbitals will debut earlier on September 3.
Strategic warfare arrives with Fire Emblem
Intelligent Systems scheduled Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave for launch on September 17. Players direct combat units across grid maps while following four central commanders:
- Cai
- Dietrich
- Theodora
- Leda
Square Enix will release monster-breeding title Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World on December 3. Capcom will deliver Dragon’s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen with the new Norgan region on October 9.
Nintendo will launch rhythm minigame collection Rhythm Heaven Groove on July 2 with over 80 solo challenges. Single-player shooter campaign Splatoon Raiders will follow on July 23.
Star Fox receives modernized space missions
Nintendo modernized Star Fox 64 with high-definition assets, complete voice acting, an orchestral score, and competitive online multiplayer dogfights. The aerial action game will launch on June 25.
A separate Nintendo Treehouse: Live broadcast will showcase extended gameplay demonstrations of Splatoon Raiders, Star Fox, and Rhythm Heaven Groove. Nintendo confirmed several additional third-party launch dates across its consoles:
- Devil May Cry 5 Devil Hunter Edition – June 23
- Big Walk – August 4
- Lies of P: Complete Edition – August 6
- RuneScape: Dragonwilds – September 15
- Rayman Legends Retold – October 1
- FINAL FANTASY RESONANCE – October 22
- ONE PIECE: Grand Gourmet – October 23
- Hello Kitty Party Land – October 29
- Metaphor: ReFantazio – November 12
- JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON – 2026
- Stellar Blade – 2026
- Muramasa: Revenant Blades – early 2027
- Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet – 2027
- Pikuniku 2 – 2027
- Lords of the Fallen II – late 2026
Publisher CI Games scheduled Lords of the Fallen II for release in late 2026.
