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June 2026 Nintendo Direct pre-orders roundup
Following the June 2026 Nintendo Direct, pre-orders are now available for numerous games announced for both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The roundup includes titles such as Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Lies of P: Complete Edition, and multiple Xenoblade Chronicles editions for the new console.
Xenoblade Chronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition also includes Torna – The Golden Country
Nintendo has announced that Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and its expansion Torna – The Golden Country will receive an update for the Nintendo Switch 2. This update, launching July 30, 2026, will enable 60 frames per second performance and 4K resolution when docked.
Xenoblade Genesis Trailer Previews ‘New Beginning’ for the Series
Nintendo announced Xenoblade Genesis for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release in 2027. The game features a new story set in a land powered by 'Anima' and introduces new characters. Additionally, all three existing Xenoblade Chronicles games will receive Nintendo Switch 2 editions with 4K resolution and 60 fps support, with upgrade packs available for purchase.
All Announcements from the Nintendo Direct on June 9, 2026 - NintendoFuse
The Nintendo Direct on June 9, 2026, showcased over 50 minutes of upcoming games primarily for the Nintendo Switch 2, with some titles also releasing on the original Nintendo Switch. Major announcements included a new Xenoblade game, Kingdom Hearts IV, and a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, alongside numerous third-party titles and DLC for existing games like Pokémon Pokopia.
Nintendo Direct June 2026: Every Announcement, Game Reveal & Trailer
Nintendo showcased a packed Nintendo Direct presentation featuring numerous game announcements and trailers for the Nintendo Switch 2. Highlights included new titles like Rhythm Heaven Groove, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Stellar Blade, and Xenoblade Genesis, alongside updates and expansions for existing franchises such as Dragon's Dogma 2, Pokémon Pokopia, and Final Fantasy XIV Online.
Reaction: A Direct That Picked Up Pace For A Breathtaking Finish
The latest Nintendo Direct showcased a strong lineup of first- and third-party titles, including new entries in the Xenoblade series and a remake of Muramasa: The Demon Blade. The presentation also featured updates on Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Splatoon, and a surprise reveal of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for 2026.
Xenoblade Chronicles DE Version 2.0.0 available along with Switch 2 version
Nintendo announced that Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 will receive Nintendo Switch 2 versions. Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition has been updated to version 2.0.0, and its Nintendo Switch 2 version is available as a paid upgrade on the eShop.
Xenoblade Genesis reveals director, composers, character designers
Nintendo has revealed key creative talent for Xenoblade Genesis, with Tetsuya Takahashi serving as general director. Yoko Shimomura, known for her work on the original Xenoblade Chronicles, is the main composer, joined by Mariam Abounnasr and Aimi Kiyota, with the Anuna chorus also contributing. Character designs are handled by Mai Yoneyama and Palow. The game is slated for a 2027 release on Nintendo Switch 2.
Xenoblade Chronicles JRPG trilogy gets Nintendo Switch 2 editions this year, and the first one is out today
Nintendo has announced that the entire Xenoblade Chronicles trilogy will receive Nintendo Switch 2 Edition versions throughout the year, starting today with Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition. These enhanced versions will feature 4K resolution and 60fps docked, along with new content such as voiced conversations, new equipment, and new game modes like racing and mercenary squad battles.
If You’ve Been Sitting On Xenoblade Chronicles, You Have No Excuse With These New Switch 2 Editions
Nintendo announced that all three mainline Xenoblade Chronicles games will receive enhanced "Switch 2 Editions" with improved visuals and performance, with the first game, Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, available digitally today. Xenoblade Chronicles 2 and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 will follow on July 30 and December 3, respectively, with upgrade paths for existing owners priced at $10. Each edition includes exclusive new features for returning players.
All the ports, announcements and release dates from the Nintendo Direct (June 2026)
The latest Nintendo Direct showcased numerous game announcements and release dates for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch. Highlights include the reveal of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, new entries in the Final Fantasy and Xenoblade series, and a wave of ports like Devil May Cry 5 and Lies of P.
Every Switch and Switch 2 Game at the June 2026 Nintendo Direct
The June 2026 Nintendo Direct showcased a wide array of upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch and the unreleased Nintendo Switch 2. Key announcements included Xenoblade Chronicles: Genesis, a release date for Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, and a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, alongside numerous other titles with various release windows throughout 2026 and 2027.
Xenoblade fans keep winning with new sequel and three Switch 2 ports
Nintendo announced that all three mainline Xenoblade Chronicles games will receive ports for the Nintendo Switch 2, with Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 all launching throughout 2026 with new content and performance upgrades. Additionally, a new soft-reboot sequel titled Xenoblade Genesis is in development as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive for 2027, featuring a new fantasy-inspired setting.
Xenoblade Genesis Announced as Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive, Launches 2027 — Too Much Gaming | Video Games Reviews, News, & Guides
Monolith Soft announced Xenoblade Chronicles Genesis during a Nintendo Direct, revealing it as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive set for a 2027 release. The game will shift to a high fantasy tone focused on magic, known as Anima, and is set in a vast world called Leukos, potentially serving as a prequel to the series. Upgraded editions of Xenoblade Chronicles, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 are also coming to the Nintendo Switch 2.
New Xenoblade Genesis Game Coming to Switch 2 in 2027
A new JRPG titled Xenoblade Genesis is set to launch exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027. The game features a world powered by "Anima" and follows students training to become warriors at the Leukos academy. Nintendo also announced that Xenoblade Chronicles 1, 2, and 3 will receive enhanced editions for the Switch 2, with upgrade packs and full versions releasing throughout 2026.
Nintendo Direct June 2026 - Announcements Including Ocarina of Time Remake and More! - Last Word On Gaming
The Nintendo Direct June 2026 showcased a variety of upcoming titles for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. Several games received release dates, such as Rhythm Heaven Groove, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, while others like Stellar Blade and Xenoblade Genesis were slated for 2026 and 2027 respectively. The presentation also highlighted updates for existing titles and confirmed new editions for games like Kingdom Hearts and Minecraft.
Xenoblade Genesis Sets 2027 Launch For Next Mainline Game
Monolith Soft announced Xenoblade Genesis for a 2027 release window on the Nintendo Switch 2 during the June 2026 Nintendo Direct. The announcement included a trailer showcasing gameplay and cinematics, and confirmed that Xenoblade Chronicles 1, 2, and 3 will receive Nintendo Switch 2 editions with graphical and combat upgrades, as well as new voice lines.
Xenoblade Chronicles 1, 2 and 3 are all getting Switch 2 upgrades this year, starting today!
Nintendo has announced that Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 will receive upgrades for the Switch 2, starting today with the first game. These upgrades promise 4K resolution and 60fps when docked, and 1080p and 60fps in handheld mode. A new Xenoblade game, Xenoblade Genesis, was also revealed.
Xenoblade Genesis announced during Nintendo Direct, coming in 2027 to the Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo announced Xenoblade Genesis during a recent Nintendo Direct, slated for a 2027 release on the Nintendo Switch 2. Additionally, all previous Xenoblade Chronicles titles are receiving enhanced versions for the Nintendo Switch 2, with staggered digital and physical releases beginning later this year.
Xenoblade Chronicles Genesis is coming in 2027, and it looks very different to Monolith Soft's last JRPG trilogy
Monolith Soft has announced Xenoblade Chronicles Genesis, a new entry in the series set to release in 2027 for the Nintendo Switch 2. This new title will lean heavily into fantasy RPG elements, diverging from the sci-fi blend of the previous trilogy. Additionally, all three Xenoblade Chronicles games are receiving enhanced "Nintendo Switch 2 Edition" releases with improved resolution, framerates, and new bonus content.
