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Nintendo Direct announced for tomorrow and it's the big one
Nintendo has officially announced a Nintendo Direct presentation scheduled for June 9th, focusing on games for both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, with a runtime of approximately 50 minutes. The showcase is expected to reveal new titles for the remainder of the year and potentially tease the Switch 2's launch lineup, including a rumored The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake. This Direct follows a period without major first-party game announcements and precedes a price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Nintendo Direct confirmed for tomorrow, with 50 minutes of announcements followed by a massive Treehouse: Live stream
Nintendo has officially confirmed a Nintendo Direct presentation for June 9, 2026, which will run for 50 minutes and focus on games for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Following the Direct, a 95-minute Nintendo Treehouse: Live stream will provide more in-depth looks at some of the announced titles.
Famitsu’s most wanted games – June 7, 2026 – Pokemon Winds and Waves again on top
The latest Famitsu most wanted games chart shows Pokemon Winds and Waves leading with nearly 600 votes from Japanese gamers. Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok made its debut on the chart at number 30. The rankings are based on reader votes cast between May 20 and May 25.
Nintendo pre-order updates – June 7, 2026 – Rayman Legends Retold, Toy Story, more
Nintendo has provided pre-order updates for the week of June 7, 2026, detailing upcoming releases for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Switch 2. The list includes a variety of games such as Rayman Legends Retold, Toy Story: Retro Roundup, and Splatoon Raiders, alongside amiibo and book releases across North America, Canada, and the UK.
Feature: Nintendo Switch 2: Year One - Looking Back, How Would You Rate It So Far?
This article looks back at the first year of the Nintendo Switch 2, which launched in June 2025. It recaps the major game releases, including both new titles and enhanced versions of existing games, and discusses the challenges faced by Nintendo and the industry during this period. The piece also includes impressions from the editorial team and reader polls to gauge satisfaction with the console's debut year.
Next Nintendo Direct Is Coming Next Week, Reports Claim
Multiple reports suggest that Nintendo will hold a Nintendo Direct presentation early next week, likely on Tuesday, June 9. This showcase is expected to feature upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including titles like Rhythm Heaven Groove and Splatoon Raiders. There is also speculation about potential announcements for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.
PSA: You Can Pre-Order Star Fox Physically For Less Than The Digital Version (UK)
Retailer Currys in the UK is offering a 10% discount on pre-orders for the upcoming Nintendo Switch remake of Star Fox, making the physical version cheaper than the digital one. Similar discounts are also available for Rhythm Paradise Groove and Splatoon Raiders, with free delivery included.
Nintendo hints at even more Switch 1 games to expand ‘software business’
Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa indicated that the company plans to expand its software business by continuing to support the original Nintendo Switch alongside the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. This strategy aims to leverage the existing player base of the original console, with only 40% of Tomodachi Life players owning a Switch 2, suggesting a significant market remains for Switch 1 titles.
Games Inbox: Is Forza Horizon the best arcade racer franchise?
Readers discuss the Forza Horizon series, questioning its standing as the best arcade racer due to a lack of competition. Other topics include Warner Bros.' handling of The Lord of the Rings games, the sound design of Doom, and the embargo timing for game reviews.
Best 3DS Games Of All Time
This article ranks the top 20 games released for the Nintendo 3DS, highlighting titles that utilized the console's unique features like its dual screens and glasses-free 3D. The list includes exclusives such as Pokemon X and Y, Persona Q2, and Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, alongside acclaimed remasters like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D and Majora's Mask 3D. The Nintendo 3DS, a successor to the DS, sold over 75 million units and offered backward compatibility with its predecessor.
Final Fantasy? GTA? Nope, It's Pokemon Bugging Out on S... | TAG
Several gaming news items are covered, including a bug in Pokemon Champions on the Nintendo Switch that requires undocking the system for proper resolution, the anime movie ChaO's unique take on The Little Mermaid, and Framework's concerns about the future of personal computing. Other topics include Marathon's high development budget, the possibility of Link speaking in the Legend of Zelda movie, and discussions around Grand Theft Auto 6's potential delay and pricing. Additionally, Amazon is ending support for older Kindles, a guide for Pokemon Champions' Pokédex is available, and reviews for the Epomaker HE68 Lite keyboard and Final Fantasy 14's upcoming expansion hints are discussed. Finally, Rhythm Heaven Groove has a confirmed summer release date, and Rust 2 is confirmed to not be in development.
Games Inbox: Will GTA 6 be better than GTA 5?
Readers discuss whether Grand Theft Auto 6 will surpass Grand Theft Auto 5, with concerns raised about potential changes in writing and dialogue due to developer departures from Rockstar Games. Other topics include the Nintendo Switch's sales performance against the PlayStation 5, Sony's first-party game output, and the reliability of game previews.
Nintendo's last ever first party Switch 1 game just revealed its release date
Nintendo has announced that Rhythm Paradise Groove will be released on July 2 for the Nintendo Switch, priced at £33.99. This title is expected to be the final first-party game developed by Nintendo for the original Switch console as the company shifts focus to the upcoming Switch 2. Another Nintendo-developed Switch title, Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream, was released on April 16.
Rhythm Paradise Groove comes to Nintendo Switch in July
Rhythm Paradise Groove is set to launch on Nintendo Switch on July 2, 2026, featuring catchy original music from musician Tsunku♂. The game will offer a variety of rhythm-based mini-games that challenge players to time button presses to the beat. A new gameplay video has been released, and the game will also be playable on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
