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Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 system, Pro Controller, and carrying case revealed
Nintendo revealed special 40th Anniversary products for The Legend of Zelda, including a themed Nintendo Switch system and a new Pro Controller. These items, previously leaked, will be available on October 29, 2026, featuring unique designs for the console, dock, Joy-Cons, and controller.
Nintendo Reveals Lego Link & Epona Set for The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary
Nintendo revealed a Lego set featuring Link and Epona, themed after The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, as part of its 40th Anniversary Direct for The Legend of Zelda series.
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Concert series announced
Nintendo has announced a concert series celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda. The series will begin in Japan in January, followed by North America starting in Chicago on February 22, 2207, with dates also planned for Europe and Australia later in the year. A special orchestrated video for the anniversary was also shared.
How to watch the Zelda Direct for the series 40th anniversary and what to expect, including the Ocarina of Time remake
Nintendo has confirmed a 30-minute Nintendo Direct presentation focused on The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary, airing on September 8th. The broadcast is expected to reveal details about a potential The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, with rumors suggesting Monolith Soft is developing it and a possible $60 price point. The event may also feature footage from The Legend of Zelda movie and remasters of The Wind Waker and Twilight Princess.
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct: Start Time, How To Watch, And What To Expect
Nintendo is celebrating the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda with a dedicated Nintendo Direct presentation on September 8th. The 30-minute broadcast will share "a variety of information" about the franchise, with speculation pointing towards a potential look at The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, updates on The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD and The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD ports, and possibly details on the upcoming live-action movie.
Zelda Direct will feature Ocarina of Time remake and “initiatives beyond games”
Nintendo has announced a special 40th-anniversary presentation for The Legend of Zelda series. The event will feature the long-awaited remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and discuss other initiatives related to the franchise's milestone.
Sony registers domain for The Legend of Zelda Movie
Sony has registered a domain name for the upcoming The Legend of Zelda movie, potentially coinciding with the 40th-anniversary Nintendo Direct presentation. The website is expected to launch during the event.
What we expect from The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary Nintendo Direct
Ahead of the Nintendo Direct celebrating The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary, predictions include a gameplay reveal and release date for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, HD ports of Wind Waker and Twilight Princess for the Nintendo Switch, and a trailer for the upcoming Zelda movie. Appearances from Shigeru Miyamoto and Eiji Aonuma are also anticipated.
Nintendo Direct confirmed for next week, as well as a dedicated Zelda Anniversary stream where Ocarina of Time feels…
Nintendo has announced two upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations. The first, airing on September 8, 2026, will celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda series and is expected to feature the remake of Ocarina of Time and potentially the Zelda movie. A standard Nintendo Direct will follow on September 9, 2026.
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Direct announced for September 8
Nintendo has announced a special Nintendo Direct presentation dedicated to The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary. The 30-minute broadcast is scheduled for September 8, 2026, and will share news about the beloved franchise.
Activision shares Crash Bandicoot 30th anniversary art with things happening all month
Activision is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Crash Bandicoot franchise throughout the month. The publisher has released special anniversary artwork and teased that more Crash-related news, potentially including a new game, remake, or remaster, will be revealed over the coming weeks.
Amigo comes to Sonic Racing Crossworlds in September and also a first year anniversary surprise
SEGA announced that Samba de Amigo will be added to Sonic Racing CrossWorlds in September. The game will also celebrate its one-year anniversary on September 25th, with further surprise content planned.
Xbox has a bunch of translucent green accessories for the console's 25th birthday
Xbox is releasing a collection of translucent green accessories to celebrate the console's 25th anniversary. The new accessories are designed to commemorate this milestone for the gaming platform.
The OLED ROG Xbox Ally X20 starts at $1,299
ASUS has opened pre-orders for the OLED ROG Ally X20 handheld PC, a collaboration with Xbox, set to release on October 15, 2026. Priced at $1,299, this iteration features a 7.4-inch 1080p OLED display and marks the 20th anniversary of ASUS's Republic of Gamers brand.
ASUS is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its gaming division with the ROG XBOX Ally X20
ASUS is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its Republic of Gamers (ROG) division with the announcement of the ROG XBOX Ally X20. A key upgrade for this anniversary model is a larger 7.4-inch OLED display.
Disney says there’s so many things they want to do with Kingdom Hearts
Disney has expressed significant interest in expanding the Kingdom Hearts franchise, with plans for Kingdom Hearts 4 set to release in 2027, coinciding with the series' 25th anniversary. An animated series is also in development, indicating a busy future for the beloved series.
Celebrating 25 Years of Play: Introducing XBOX Gear, New Community Designs, FanFest Tour Dates, and More
Xbox is celebrating its 25th anniversary with new merchandise, community-designed gamerpics and themes, curated Game Pass collections featuring classic titles, and the announcement of the global FanFest Tour dates. Players can also receive a special 25th Anniversary profile badge.
Xbox Series X25 Console Slated for November 27th Launch, Will Cost $900 – Rumor
A rumor suggests Microsoft will launch a limited-edition Xbox Series X25 console on November 27th for $899.99, celebrating Xbox's 25th anniversary with a design reminiscent of the original Xbox. The console is expected to feature a translucent green shell and come bundled with a similarly themed controller. This follows recent branding changes within Microsoft Gaming to Xbox under CEO Asha Sharma, despite significant layoffs.
BUBBLE BOBBLE Sugar Dungeons Boosted Update Adds New Content for 40th Anniversary | Invision Game Community
Arc System Works Europe and TAITO CORPORATION have released a major free update for BUBBLE BOBBLE Sugar Dungeons, celebrating the series' 40th anniversary. The 'Boosted' update adds new stages, bonus rooms, items, and gameplay features to the dungeon-crawling adventure, available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC. The update also includes a port of the 1997 game Bubble Symphony.
The price and release date for Xbox's 25th anniversary translucent 'OG green' controller have leaked…
The price and release date for Microsoft's 25th anniversary Xbox Wireless Controller X25 Special Edition have reportedly leaked ahead of Gamescom 2026. The controller, inspired by the original Xbox and its 'OG green' color, is expected to launch on October 20, 2026, with pre-orders opening on August 26 for $79.99. Details about the Xbox Series X 25 Limited Edition console remain scarce.
