{"id":35956,"date":"2026-06-09T15:43:04","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T15:43:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/?p=35956"},"modified":"2026-06-09T15:43:04","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T15:43:04","slug":"highlights-and-updates-from-the-june-2026-nintendo-direct","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/?p=35956","title":{"rendered":"Highlights and Updates from the June 2026 Nintendo Direct"},"content":{"rendered":"
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After the Summer Game Fest, Nintendo has made a significant splash during not-E3-weekend with its own showcase. Today\u2019s Nintendo Direct highlighted various new titles arriving on both the Switch and the much-anticipated Switch 2. For those who missed the live broadcast, we’ve summarized the key points from the event below.<\/p>\n

### Rhythm Heaven Groove
\nThe event kicked off with *Rhythm Heaven Groove*, the latest chapter in the beloved rhythm mini-game franchise. This new edition will encompass 80 brand new games, including an innovative rhythmic turn-based battle game, as well as over 30 multiplayer games that can be enjoyed in cooperative and competitive formats. The release date is set for July 2.<\/p>\n

### Onimusha: Way of the Sword
\nCapcom\u2019s eagerly awaited *Onimusha* installment is being launched for Switch 2 on September 25.<\/p>\n

### Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen
\nFrom Capcom as well, *Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen*, an enhanced version of the action-RPG sequel scheduled for 2024, will debut on Switch 2 on October 9.<\/p>\n

### Quick Updates
\nShift Up will be bringing *Stellar Blade* to Switch 2 later this year, along with new cooperative content from *Orbitals* and a remake of *Rayman Legends Retold* from Ubisoft.<\/p>\n

### Big Walk
\nCrafted by the team behind *Untitled Goose Game*, *Big Walk* is a cooperative experience slated for release on Switch 2 starting August 4.<\/p>\n

### One Piece: Grand Gourmet
\n*One Piece: Grand Gourmet*, a restaurant management simulation featuring characters from the famed anime, will launch on both platforms on October 23, including mouse control support for Switch 2.<\/p>\n

### Pok\u00e9mon Pokopia
\nA free update for the life simulation *Pok\u00e9mon Pokopia* will add the Dive ability, allowing players to explore underwater and establish towns. An expansion pass will also be available, with the first paid update set for August.<\/p>\n

### Fire Emblem: Fortune\u2019s Weave
\nA character showcase for the upcoming *Fire Emblem* tactical RPG, *Fortune\u2019s Weave*, suggested a September 17 release for Switch 2.<\/p>\n

### Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet
\nThe first segment of the open-world co-op game *Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet* is slated for launch in spring 2027 on Switch 2.<\/p>\n

### Donkey Kong Events
\nNintendo Switch Online will feature a *Donkey Kong* \u201cChallenge Event\u201d showcasing challenges from a variety of games, running until September 1. Additionally, *Donkey Kong Bananza* will enjoy a limited-time crossover with the *Mario Bros.* franchise.<\/p>\n

### Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton
\nA new title from the makers of *Vampire Survivors*, *Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton*, will present over 20 playable characters from the acclaimed franchise and is promised for Switch 2 later this year.<\/p>\n

### Additional Announcements
\n– *Lords of the Fallen II* will launch this fall.
\n– *Lies of P: Complete Edition* is coming out on August 6.
\n– *Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition* will release on June 23.
\n– New editions of the *Xenoblade Chronicles* games for Switch 2 will boast enhanced graphics and will roll out between now and December 3.<\/p>\n

### Upcoming Titles
\n– *Xenoblade Genesis* is under development for a 2027 launch.
\n– *Nintendo Switch Sports Resort* will provide motion-controlled sports and is set for release on October 22.
\n– *Runescape: Dragonwilds* will arrive on September 15.<\/p>\n

### More Noteworthy Titles
\n– *Hello Kitty Party Land* (October 29).
\n– *Final Fantasy Resonance*, the first HD-2D title, is scheduled for October 22.
\n– *Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World* will launch on December 3.
\n– *Splatoon Raiders*, a new single-player experience, is slated for July 23.<\/p>\n

### End of Presentation Highlights
\nThe event concluded with several major announcements, including:
\n– *Kingdom Hearts* collections making their way to Switch 2 on October 8, with the capability of saving transfers from cloud versions.
\n– New footage of *Kingdom Hearts IV*, though without a specific release date announced.
\n– A highly anticipated remake of *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time*, featuring a teaser with Link, expected to launch later this year.<\/p>\n

These announcements from Nintendo’s Direct have generated significant excitement among fans, paving the way for an impressive array of games across both new and returning franchises.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

<\/div>\n

After the Summer Game Fest, Nintendo has made a significant splash during not-E3-weekend with its own showcase. Today\u2019s Nintendo Direct highlighted various new titles arriving on both the Switch and the much-anticipated Switch 2. For those who missed the live broadcast, we’ve summarized the key points from the event below.<\/p>\n

### Rhythm Heaven Groove
\nThe event kicked off with *Rhythm Heaven Groove*, the latest chapter in the beloved rhythm mini-game franchise. This new edition will encompass 80 brand new games, including an innovative rhythmic turn-based battle game, as well as over 30 multiplayer games that can be enjoyed in cooperative and competitive formats. The release date is set for July 2.<\/p>\n

### Onimusha: Way of the Sword
\nCapcom\u2019s eagerly awaited *Onimusha* installment is being launched for Switch 2 on September 25.<\/p>\n

### Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen
\nFrom Capcom as well, *Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2: Dark Arisen*, an enhanced version of the action-RPG sequel scheduled for 2024, will debut on Switch 2 on October 9.<\/p>\n

### Quick Updates
\nShift Up will be bringing *Stellar Blade* to Switch 2 later this year, along with new cooperative content from *Orbitals* and a remake of *Rayman Legends Retold* from Ubisoft.<\/p>\n

### Big Walk
\nCrafted by the team behind *Untitled Goose Game*, *Big Walk* is a cooperative experience slated for release on Switch 2 starting August 4.<\/p>\n

### One Piece: Grand Gourmet
\n*One Piece: Grand Gourmet*, a restaurant management simulation featuring characters from the famed anime, will launch on both platforms on October 23, including mouse control support for Switch 2.<\/p>\n

### Pok\u00e9mon Pokopia
\nA free update for the life simulation *Pok\u00e9mon Pokopia* will add the Dive ability, allowing players to explore underwater and establish towns. An expansion pass will also be available, with the first paid update set for August.<\/p>\n

### Fire Emblem: Fortune\u2019s Weave
\nA character showcase for the upcoming *Fire Emblem* tactical RPG, *Fortune\u2019s Weave*, suggested a September 17 release for Switch 2.<\/p>\n

### Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet
\nThe first segment of the open-world co-op game *Ninjala 2: The Uncharted Planet* is slated for launch in spring 2027 on Switch 2.<\/p>\n

### Donkey Kong Events
\nNintendo Switch Online will feature a *Donkey Kong* \u201cChallenge Event\u201d showcasing challenges from a variety of games, running until September 1. Additionally, *Donkey Kong Bananza* will enjoy a limited-time crossover with the *Mario Bros.* franchise.<\/p>\n

### Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton
\nA new title from the makers of *Vampire Survivors*, *Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: Survivaton*, will present over 20 playable characters from the acclaimed franchise and is promised for Switch 2 later this year.<\/p>\n

### Additional Announcements
\n– *Lords of the Fallen II* will launch this fall.
\n– *Lies of P: Complete Edition* is coming out on August 6.
\n– *Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition* will release on June 23.
\n– New editions of the *Xenoblade Chronicles* games for Switch 2 will boast enhanced graphics and will roll out between now and December 3.<\/p>\n

### Upcoming Titles
\n– *Xenoblade Genesis* is under development for a 2027 launch.
\n– *Nintendo Switch Sports Resort* will provide motion-controlled sports and is set for release on October 22.
\n– *Runescape: Dragonwilds* will arrive on September 15.<\/p>\n

### More Noteworthy Titles
\n– *Hello Kitty Party Land* (October 29).
\n– *Final Fantasy Resonance*, the first HD-2D title, is scheduled for October 22.
\n– *Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World* will launch on December 3.
\n– *Splatoon Raiders*, a new single-player experience, is slated for July 23.<\/p>\n

### End of Presentation Highlights
\nThe event concluded with several major announcements, including:
\n– *Kingdom Hearts* collections making their way to Switch 2 on October 8, with the capability of saving transfers from cloud versions.
\n– New footage of *Kingdom Hearts IV*, though without a specific release date announced.
\n– A highly anticipated remake of *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time*, featuring a teaser with Link, expected to launch later this year.<\/p>\n

These announcements from Nintendo’s Direct have generated significant excitement among fans, paving the way for an impressive array of games across both new and returning franchises.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":35957,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"Default","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-35956","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35956","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=35956"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35956\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/35957"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=35956"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=35956"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gaitgames.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=35956"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}