Nintendo Direct reveals Switch 2 game lineup, including Zelda remake and Kingdom Hearts 4

Nintendo unveiled a slate of new games and updates for its Switch 2 console during its highly anticipated Nintendo Direct event. Gamers can look forward to a remake of the beloved classic "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time," although an exact release date remains unspecified beyond a general 2026 window.

Another major reveal was "Kingdom Hearts 4," the next installment in Square Enix's action role-playing series. This title will launch not only on the Switch 2 but also on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Additionally, a "Kingdom Hearts" collection, encompassing games 1 through 3, is set to arrive on the Nintendo Switch on October 8.

Fans of "Minecraft" will be pleased to learn that a version specifically designed for the Switch 2 is in development, promising enhanced visuals for a superior gaming experience. The event also showcased "Splatoon Raiders," scheduled for release on July 23, with a dedicated Nintendo Direct planned for June 30 to delve deeper into this title.

FromSoftware, the acclaimed developer, presented its new multiplayer action game, which will be a Switch 2 exclusive in 2026. While a specific launch date is pending, a closed network test is planned for the summer. "Jujutsu Kaisen Rumble: SURVIVATON," inspired by the popular anime, is also slated for a 2026 release on the Switch 2. The presentation included a rapid-fire list of other titles, such as "Devil May Cry 5" (June 23), "DELTARUNE Chapter 5" (June 24), and "Rhythm Heaven Groove" (July 2), among many others throughout 2026 and into 2027.