Nintendo has officially confirmed plans for two upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations, with the first dedicated to the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda series. This special Zelda-focused Direct is scheduled for September 8, 2026, at 7 a.m. PT and will run for 30 minutes.
A second, more general Nintendo Direct will follow the next day, September 9, 2026, also at 7 a.m. PT, offering a longer 45-minute presentation. This follows a year where the franchise celebrated its 40th anniversary.
Speculation suggests that the Zelda Direct will feature significant news regarding the highly anticipated remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for the Nintendo Switch 2. Early indications from a Swiss retailer, which has a history of accurately leaking release dates, point to a December 1, 2026, release for the Ocarina of Time remake. This potential holiday release could coincide with new hardware colorways for the Nintendo Switch 2, which is expected to see a $50 price increase.
While details remain scarce, teasers for the Ocarina of Time remake have shown a visual overhaul, with Link depicted in a style reminiscent of Pixar animations, a significant departure from his original Nintendo 64 appearance. The upcoming Direct is expected to officially announce the remake's release date and may offer further insights into the franchise's future, including details about a Zelda-themed Nintendo Switch 2 console and Pro Controller, and potentially information on an upcoming film starring Bo Bragason as Princess Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Link. The Legend of Zelda franchise has seen a strong year, with this remake poised to be a major addition to the Nintendo Switch 2's already robust library.