A highly anticipated remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is expected to be the final reveal during today's Nintendo Direct, according to industry insiders. However, plans remain subject to change.
Nintendo Direct Details
After a longer-than-expected wait, Nintendo is broadcasting a full-scale Nintendo Direct today, lasting nearly an hour and not focused on a single title. This year, the company has been unpredictable, but the Direct is expected to clarify its release schedule for the latter half of 2026, which currently appears sparse.
Among the most concrete expectations is the unveiling of a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. This title is widely seen as the centerpiece of the Direct and Nintendo's autumn lineup. In March, leaker NateTheHate claimed the remake would launch later this year, a prediction bolstered by his accurate leak of a new Star Fox game.
Leaker Insights
In a recent YouTube video, NateTheHate reiterated the remake's existence and predicted it would close the Direct, as Nintendo reportedly positions it as the flagship Christmas game. However, last-minute changes are common, and NateTheHate speculated that Nintendo might instead reveal the game in a dedicated Zelda Direct, possibly to promote next year's Zelda movie. This approach is plausible, as Nintendo has given smaller games like Tomodachi Life their own showcases.
Confirmed Announcements
Release dates for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and The Duskbloods are guaranteed, as both are scheduled for 2026. Concerns about a potential delay for FromSoftware's The Duskbloods persist, but NateTheHate previously stated it aims for late 2026, while Fire Emblem is expected as a summer launch, possibly late August or early September.
Other Possibilities
NateTheHate expressed less confidence in DLC for Mario Kart World or any Mario-related announcements. A new 3D Mario game seems unlikely for 2026, and Nintendo has clarified the Direct will focus solely on 2026 releases. Rumors suggest a new Wario Land (possibly for 2027) and a Super Metroid remake, but these may not appear today.
How to Watch
The June Nintendo Direct airs at 3pm BST on Nintendo's official YouTube channel and the Nintendo Today app. The showcase runs for 50 minutes, focusing on Switch 2 and Switch 1 games launching this year. Nintendo will avoid competing with GTA 6's November release, leading to a packed September. A 95-minute Treehouse: Live stream will follow, featuring additional gameplay.
