Nintendo announces Zelda's 40th anniversary Direct and a full Nintendo Direct, both scheduled for next week.
This week is already abuzz with announcements from Nintendo, as they gear up for back-to-back Direct presentations. On September 8th, Nintendo will host a special Direct focusing on the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda, followed by a standard Nintendo Direct the next day. This twin reveal has sent fans into overdrive, eager to see what both presentations will offer. My Nintendo News was one among many to report this exciting double feature.
The Zelda-specific Direct is particularly noteworthy as it marks four decades since the iconic series began. While the specifics remain under wraps, with just a few days to go, the anticipation is mounting for potential announcements related to new games, remakes, or other commemorative merchandise. This will be followed by a broader Nintendo Direct on September 9th, which traditionally covers upcoming titles across various series and platforms. Both events were corroborated by Nintendo Life, highlighting the unusual move of scheduling two Directs so close together.
In other news from the Nintendo sphere, the Nintendo Switch 2 continues to be a focal point for upcoming releases. Notably, N-Zone’s ‘MegaGum,’ a 3D action-adventure platformer, has been announced for the Switch 2 with a release date slated for 2027, according to Nintendo Everything. Alongside, Capcom has recently revitalized its Onimusha series with ‘Onimusha: Way of the Sword,’ now available on multiple platforms including the Switch 2. This fresh installment promises a gripping swordplay experience set in a stylized version of Edo-period Kyoto.
Furthermore, fans of classic RPGs can look forward to a remake of Astonishia Story, scheduled for release on both the original Switch and Switch 2 in early 2027. This remake promises enhanced visuals and mechanics, bringing a nostalgic Korean RPG back into the limelight as reported by Nintendo Everything.
Finally, it’s worth noting that on the horizon is a showcase from developer Level-5, occurring on September 10th. The event, titled “Level-5 Vision 2026 II Dreams,” promises about an hour of updates on various projects from this popular Japanese studio. The showcase will be streamed on YouTube with English subtitles, adding another date for Nintendo fans to mark on their calendars, as reported by My Nintendo News.
With all these upcoming events and game releases, the next few days promise to be exciting for Nintendo enthusiasts worldwide.
