Nintendo Direct 9.9.2026

Watch the presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B_QJ4BYIGME

I don't want him to think we're not on his side.
You gonna sit and cry or get up and help?
Leave this to me!
I had no idea just how big the world is.

Monster Hunter Wilds launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 system December 4th.
And…
…the massive expansion Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance is also on the way.
More information will be revealed in the future.

Hello, everyone.
I’m Yoshiaki Koizumi, and I’ll be your guide for today's Nintendo Direct.
Continuing from yesterday, and for the first time, we're delivering Nintendo Direct presentations two days in a row.
Thank you all for watching.
In this presentation, we'll introduce games coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 system, including some games that will also be available on the Nintendo Switch system.
Okay. Let's take a look at some headlines.

Everything leads here.
Let us put your faith to the test... Cloud.
The FINAL FANTASY VII remake series comes to its thrilling conclusion!
To prevent Meteor, the ultimate destructive spell, Cloud and his crew set out for their final battle to save the planet.
Pilot the iconic airship, the Highwind, to explore a boundless world.
FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION launches on Nintendo Switch 2 April 8th.
Pre-orders begin later today on Nintendo eShop.
Plus…

You'll be...
...my living legacy
...discover the prequel to FINAL FANTASY VII, where it all began.
CRISIS CORE –FINAL FANTASY VII– REUNION, launching on Nintendo Switch 2…
…later today!

Can you save the kingdom from destruction?
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity – Definitive Edition is coming to Nintendo Switch 2!
Experience the events of the Great Calamity that took place 100 years before the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild game.
Enjoy enhanced visuals and frame rate…
...as well as battles featuring more enemies on screen.
All content from the Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity Expansion Pass is also included.
Plus, an even harder difficulty, Calamity Mode, has been added.
Can you take down the toughest monsters Hyrule has to offer?
If you have the Nintendo Switch version, you can get a discount on the digital Nintendo Switch 2 game.
You can also transfer your existing save data.
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity – Definitive Edition launches on Nintendo Switch 2 February 25th.
Pre-orders begin later today on Nintendo eShop.

Ready or not, here it comes.
Put both your artistic and hide-and-seek skills to the test in MECCHA CHAMELEON.
Find your hiding spot, then paint your body with colors and patterns to become one with the environment.
Next, strike a pose to blend in!
Do your best not to be spotted by the seekers or...
If all of the hiders are found within the time limit, the seekers win.
But if even one player stays hidden, then the hiders are the victors.
Keep your cool while camouflaged…
...or try hiding in plain sight.
Get creative, blend in, and get the win when...
Meccha Chameleon launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 system…later today!

It's time to accessorize!
Get stylish in Part 2 of the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass paid DLC…
…with accessories!
Put on sunglasses, and now this Pokémon outing just got a little cooler!
Wear a ribbon to match with Sylveon…
…and relax in an adorable room!
Or, don a bow tie…
…for a classier look!
And along with Doduo…
Skitty…
Braixen and others, there are even more Pokémon to meet!
Mix and match all kinds of accessories and have some fashionable fun!
The Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass paid DLC is available to purchase now.
Part 2 releases later this year.

A new update is coming in!
A free update is blasting off in Star Fox!
Up to four players will be able to join the fray locally in Battle Mode.
Three new stages are also being added.
Gain control of the platforms and activate the laser to target opponents on Katina.
Destroy asteroids while evading destructive waves of energy in Sector X.
Scan data modules as they come online, then pull back to escape the surge on Venom.
Plus, up to four players can form a team and join online battles on a single Nintendo Switch 2!
The free update to Star Fox launches September 29th.

But that's not all…
Star Fox Adventures is landing on Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics.
Alongside his pal Tricky, Fox explores a planet populated by dinosaurs, but who knows what they might uncover?
Star Fox Adventures launches on Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics…
...later today!

The world is yours to explore in these games!

As Geralt of Rivia, explore a monster-infested continent in search of your adopted daughter, Ciri – the Child of Prophecy – in this remastered dark fantasy RPG.
Experience enhanced visuals and gameplay on Nintendo Switch 2, as well as mouse and motion controls, gyro aiming, and touch screen support.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — Remastered, which includes both previously released expansions, launches on Nintendo Switch 2 September 29th.
Plus,
get ready to return to the Path with the Songs of the Past paid expansion launching next year.

Fortune favors the brave in this open-world, story-driven action RPG.
Live the tale of Henry, an aspiring warrior on a quest for revenge in 15th century Medieval Europe.
Feel the clash of steel in visceral first-person combat...
...venture through formidable castles and lush forests...
...and get to know the locals over a drink or two while making choices that will shape Henry's destiny.
Along with the base game, this edition contains previously released DLC, including additional stories, outfits, and a bonus questline.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Royal Edition launches on Nintendo Switch 2 next year.

People of Dagsion!
Hear me now, the Heroic Games have begun!
Strength and convictions collide at the Heroic Games!
But the demon god's revival looms.
Many of the remains scattered across Dagda should soon find their way here.
Guide your heroes into the future and save the doomed world.
Let this be a beacon of hope!
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 system September 17th.

The gentleman in the top hat, Hershel Layton, is called upon by the puzzle-solving detective, Luke Triton, and arrives in a town of inventions: Steam Bison.
Here, puzzles and mysteries await around every corner.
Draw lines, flip switches, unlock mechanisms, and more... in fun, interactive puzzles!
Each one you solve uncovers more of the story, revealing even deeper secrets.
Stuck on a puzzle? Solve it with friends and family!
A tale of twists and turns, that leads to the series' biggest mystery!
Can you solve it?
Professor Layton and the New World of Steam Coming December 10th.

Hey, Jibanyan, we should be heading home soon.
I'm paw-sitively starving!
Wait for meee!
I'm sure another fun adventure awaits tomorrow…
too!
YO-KAI WATCH 2: Haunted Domain
It'll take a while meowre!

How was that?
Next, I'd like to introduce a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Pikmin 4.
Please take a look.

Oatchi…
Rush!
Pikmin 4 is sprouting a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition!
Go to work!
You can now give voice commands to Oatchi using the built-in microphone on Nintendo Switch 2.
Plus…
Good pup!
…you can praise Oatchi for a job well done, and more!
A new mode is also blooming: Dandori Academy.
Take on challenges to see how quickly you can collect treasure within the stage.
Take this one, for example.
If you go in without proper planning…
…you may end up needing more Pikmin...
…or take a longer route than necessary with treasure in tow.
But, by planning out your path first...
…you can find ways to improve your time.
There are three difficulty levels in Dandori Academy.
So play on your preferred stages...
…and when your strategy takes root...
…test your Dandori skills!
Once you're ready, aim for a high score!
Take exams in Dandori Academy each week on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
You only get one attempt, so make sure you practice ahead of time.
You'll earn medals based on how well you do, so give it your all and try your best!
You can also see the scores of your friends and players around the world.
72 Dandori Academy stages will be released over time.
Put your skills to the test when…
Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy launches November 12th.
Pre-orders begin later today on Nintendo eShop.

Oatchi, jump!
Jump!
Ah, he responded to my voice.
Now head over there and…
…gather Pikmin!
Ah, he's running over to them.
Oh, the Pikmin jumped on his back!
Great job, Oatchi…
Good pup!
Yes, well done.
What did you think of Oatchi responding to voice commands?
We hope you'll enjoy using them and playing Dandori Academy.
Next, let's move on to some more headlines.

Bringing fear to another level.

I can feel it.
Behind the walls.
Something… Someone?
Calling Me.

Beckoned by a mysterious voice, Holden enters a town shrouded in fog.
Holden is under your control…
...but that's not all.
Using the touch screen, you can unlock doors…
…read unsuspecting minds…
...and interact with the environment in other ways.
But as Holden perceives your intervention as supernatural phenomena, his grip on reality begins to slip away.
In a town steeped in mystery, Holden must preserve his senses and uncover the truth.
Onyx: The Dark Grip launches exclusively the Nintendo Switch 2 system next year.

More features and more mythical battles await!

Let's go!
The Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is on the way!
Defeat as many waves of enemies as you can in the new mode, Heroes' Vault!
By taking them down, you'll gradually fill this gauge.
Use it to strengthen your forces.
Enhance your abilities, or gain additional allies.
But choose wisely; an almighty foe awaits you at the end!
Overclock Buster!
And…
You're mine.
…a new hero, Shimmer, joins the adventure!
An Attacker with rapid-fire combos and powerful strikes, she wields the Foresight ability that allows her to see the future.
Team up with Shimmer and fight together!
My power will find you, time and again…
Xenoblade Chronicles 3 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launches December 3rd.

Get ready for a frighteningly fun time!
An escape-room-inspired adventure from the creators of Overcooked!
takes the stage!
Team up with a friend locally or online to uncover every nook and cranny of a mysterious ghost town.
In this charming coming-of-age journey, swap between Drew, Blake, and Charlie, and unravel the story from their different perspectives.
Trapped in alternate dimensions, you'll need to work together and navigate through all sorts of chaos with easy-to-use controls.
From haunted museums…
...to enchanted swamps…
..use a myriad of magical contraptions to explore to the fullest.
Solve mind-boggling puzzles…
...overcome action-packed obstacles…
...and ultimately escape to save your lost friend.
What ancient mystery lies at the heart of this peculiar town?

Together?
Together.

Stage Fright launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch next year.

Animated adventures await in these games!
Continue your magical journey in The Keepsake Sea, the next paid expansion for Disney Dreamlight Valley!
Transform into a mermaid with personalized looks and explore new areas under the sea!
Along the way, you’ll meet new friends like Milo Thatch, Megara, and Jack Sparrow, and uncover relics of lost childhood memories with your Disney and Pixar villagers.
Awaken the guardians to reveal what secrets dwell within this vast ocean…
The Keepsake Sea, the next paid expansion for Disney Dreamlight Valley, swims onto Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch this November.

This is a worldbuilder, one entrusted with the well-being of the world.
Join Kaya on a journey to prove herself worthy of the title.
Solve music-based puzzles as you bound across whimsical regions and use your magical spoon to scoop up the rhythms of the world.
Stay on beat to overcome challenges in this coming-of-age odyssey and prove Kaya has what it takes to become a Worldbuilder.
Ondeh Ondeh Kaya's Tasty Tale launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 system next year.

Rise as the Dark Knight and build your legacy in this action-packed, open-world adventure.
Explore the vast reaches of Gotham City, join forces with trusted allies, and take down iconic DC Super-Villains in exhilarating combat.
Plus, you and a friend can form a dynamic duo in local co-op.
More chaos awaits in the Mayhem Collection DLC, included in the game's Deluxe Edition or as an upgrade from the Standard to Deluxe Edition.
Explore and customize the villainous hideout of The Joker and Harley Quinn.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight launches on Nintendo Switch 2 September 18th.
Pre-orders are available now on Nintendo eShop.

New amiibo figures are riding in!
Sword Kirby & Dragoon…
…as well as Noir Dedede & Hydra…
…will be available November 12th!
These legendary machines can be summoned as Figure Players that you can train.
You can also swap these riders with other machines and summon them.
The Kirby Air Riders amiibo line-up is now complete!
Plus, the main menu…
...and the paddock will be getting a stylish new look…
during an upcoming event where you can earn in-game rewards!
More information will be shared in the future.

The ascent of a lifetime awaits.
Put your climbing skills to the ultimate test in Cairn.
Once home to a mysterious civilization,
Mount Kami has observed countless expeditions attempt to reach its summit.
However, none have been successful.
As pro climber Aava, you'll embark on a journey to conquer the legendary mountain.
With the freedom to climb anywhere, you'll need to read the rock face and carefully plan your route.
Find the best holds and place your hands and feet with easy-to-use controls.
But be careful; you'll also have to manage your stamina, pay attention to weather conditions, and forage for valuable resources to survive the long journey.
You can test yourself with a thrilling challenge, or adjust the difficulty if the climb proves to be too treacherous.
During your expedition, you’ll meet unexpected companions and uncover the mountain's long-forgotten past.
What will you sacrifice to conquer this summit?
Cairn launches on Nintendo Switch 2 early next year.
A free demo will be available later today on Nintendo eShop.

Three Resident Evil remakes rise.
Leon, a rookie cop.
Claire, a student searching for her brother Chris.
Can they escape the biological disaster that strikes Raccoon City?
Survive through the nightmare in Resident Evil 2 Deluxe Edition, with included DLC.
Experience the Raccoon City Incident from a different perspective as Jill in Resident Evil 3.
Six years after the Raccoon City Incident...
Leon, now an agent, embarks on a dangerous rescue mission.
Plus, DLC such as Separate Ways, which depicts the story from another angle, is included in Resident Evil 4: Gold Edition.
Relive the events that came before the latest title, Resident Evil Requiem.
These three games launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 system October 16th.
Pre-orders begin later today on Nintendo eShop.

Return to where it all began in this stunning reimagining of Lara Croft's 1996 debut adventure.
Horus, I see you're hiding something.
Harness your wits and athletic prowess to track down the broken pieces of the Scion, an artifact of immeasurable power.
Your quest will take you through exotic locations, from the lush jungles of Peru…
...and ancient ruins of Greece…
...to the tombs of Egypt.
Treacherous landscapes…
...deadly contraptions…
...and lethal predators stand in your way.
Master acrobatic abilities and use Lara's signature dual pistols to dispatch deadly foes.
What secrets will you uncover on your quest?
A globe-trotting adventure awaits in…
…Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, launching on Nintendo Switch 2 February 12th.
Pre-orders begin later today on Nintendo eShop.

Get moving on Wuhu Island!
In addition to the 12 sports available,
you can freely explore the island!
Chase dolphins in the ocean…
…search for hidden hibiscus flowers…
…and collect Spocco Photos to get info on sightseeing spots around the resort.
There's a lot to discover around Wuhu Island!
Why not take a break and enjoy this charming resort?
Plus, there's a brand new Island Crown mode that you can play offline!
Square off against Island Champions, the top-ranked opponents in each sport, by winning matches and increasing your rank.
And, rumor has it there are seasoned champs known as Island Legends…
In addition, you can unlock a variety of customizations in the Item Center to stylize your Mii or Sportsmate whether you're playing offline or online, solo or in pairs.
Enjoy all sorts of sports with intuitive motion controls!
Nintendo Switch Sports Resort launches exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 October 22nd.
Pre-orders are available now on Nintendo eShop.

We hope you're looking forward to Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, in which you can play motion-controlled sports with others, or enjoy features solo, like taking on Island Crown mode.
Next, please take a look at this.

I was attacked by unknown assailants and sustained grave injuries.
I don't know where I am. Getting back to the surface won't be easy.
My chances of getting off this moon are slim at best.
Still…
I will survive. And I will make it home.
Even if I have to feed on my enemies to do so.
It's eat or be eaten.

The latest game in the 2D Metroid series is coming to Nintendo Switch 2.
We saw a mysterious group attacking Samus Aran…
…and an ability that appears to drain energy…
It's eat or be eaten.
Please look forward to Metroid Ravenous.
Plus, the amiibo figures shown here…
...and a Metroid Ravenous: Special Edition will be available on the same day as the game's launch.

Next, let's see a few more headlines.

A free update is racing in!
As you're driving through the Mario Kart World game…
have you ever spotted some peculiar-looking terrain?
Those are…
courses from the Super Mario Kart game!
And in this free update, you can play these classic courses…
…in VS Race mode!
Barrel through Choco Island…
...Vanilla Lake…
...Ghost Valley and more.
There are 10 courses total!
And, just like in Super Mario Kart, you can ride over ? Panels to get items!
Plus, two new routes are coming to Knockout Tour:
Propeller Rally and…
...Turnip Rally.
Take on these routes in a nonstop race for first place!
This free update for Mario Kart World launches...later today!

A familiar ally joins the fight…
Mega Man is back in a brand new entry...
Mega Man: Dual Override.
He isn't alone.
Joining his side is the wandering warrior…
...Proto Man.
Use Proto Man's shield to charge through bots with higher attack power.
Enjoy two distinct playstyles, and rock whichever role you choose.
You can also mix and match custom chips to upgrade your character with even more abilities.
Powerful bosses await at the end of each stage.
Use the new Override form to unleash your full potential and take them down!
Mega Man: Dual Override blasts onto the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems next spring.
New amiibo figures of Mega Man and Proto Man will also be available the same day.

Embark on an adventure across eras.
In a world covered almost entirely by ocean, humanity has abandoned its aspirations and wisdom.
There is just one rule in Urvis Ael, the only city that exists in this world.
You must never strive for a better tomorrow.
Wade, a soldier with the power to relive mysterious memories, discovers a world beyond the city lines, but is branded a heretic.
By inheriting the memories of the world, you'll acquire the abilities of heroes past.
Peer into the future during combat to sense...
...and predict enemy actions…
…then disrupt their next move to take fate into your own hands.
As you seek the hidden truths of the world, your adventure will extend back through time.
Can you save the past and free the present?
Eternal Anima launches on Nintendo Switch 2 March 4th.

Return to Jabberwock Island.
Trapped in a tropical paradise, you and your classmates must survive a game of life or death!
Experience both the original story and a brand new story with the same setting and characters: Slayhem Mode!
After Headmaster Monokuma triggers another deadly scheme…
...events unfold in a completely different way – with new victims and culprits!
Additionally, in Slayhem Mode, you can now debate other students during Class Trials to help crack the case.
Can you overcome the impending despair and hold on to hope?
Monokuma! I demand we put the class trial on hold!
Danganronpa 2x2 launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch January 14th.

Enjoy the good ol’ plays in these games!
Hey, Come On!
The latest game in the FATAL FURY series strikes onto the Nintendo Switch 2 system.
Along with the 17 fighters included in the base game, new characters will make their mark with the Season Pass.
And in Season Pass 3…
Is this it?
Mmm, looks kinda fun actually.
…the duo from Tokyo Revengers, Manjiro Sano and Ken Ryuguji, join the fight!
FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves howls onto Nintendo Switch 2 October 22nd.
Pre-orders begin later today on Nintendo eShop.

Celebrate 30 years of run-and-gun action with this collection of iconic METAL SLUG games!
Included are...
...METAL SLUG 1 through 6…
...X...
...7...
...ADVANCE...
And, for the first time on consoles, the original METAL SLUG location test version for a total of 10 games in all!
Plus, enjoy additional features including online co-op…
...a gallery mode and more.
METAL SLUG ULTIMATE COLLECTION launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch next year.

My turn! I draw!
Yu-Gi-Oh! GX: TAG FORCE 3 is reborn on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.
As a student at the Duel Academy, work with a partner to become the best Tag Dueling team.
Choose from over 100 characters to partner up with.
I activate my Spell Card, Miracle Fusion!
And enjoy fully-voiced dialogue in Duels!
Online multiplayer is also supported.
And that's game! That was one sweet Duel!
Yu-Gi-Oh! TAG FORCE GX launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems February 16th.

Romancing SaGa 3 returns, fully remade!
Choose from eight protagonists and stop the Four Sinistrals from opening the Abyss Gate
that would seal the fate of the world.
Use the Glimmer system to learn new abilities during battle, and fell foes with devastating United Attacks.
Which allies will join your cause, and which roads will you take?
Your decisions will shape how the story unfolds.
This remake includes brand new visuals, full voice acting for cutscenes, and a newly arranged soundtrack.
Romancing SaGa 3: Destinies United launches on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch February 16th.

You ever heard of the Midnight Channel?
Yamano might've been on that Midnight Channel before she died, too.
Wait—Whoaaa!!!
Now where are we...?
Well, whatever's going on here, we're getting to the bottom of it!
Yeah! That's my partner!
To wield a Persona is to wield direct control of one's heart.
And the heart is strengthened through bonds.
All Shadows were originally born from humans.
Well, then that means Senpai got killed by her other self…
No! Get outta here!
Don't look at me!
Does that mean you're just gonna stuff me back in your head and pretend I'm not real?
I can't! That thing is not me!
Alright! Which means that we also gotta catch whoever's tossing people in here.
I'm not running away from this.
It's inspiring. There's gotta be something that only I can do too.
We just gotta hop in the TV and beat down anything in our way!
So yeah, I'll be countin' on ya, partner. Then let's team up and catch this jerk!
This'll finish it!

What did you think?
Next is our last announcement.
Please take a look.

Kirby and the World Beyond, the latest game in the Kirby series,
is coming to Nintendo Switch 2.
We hope you're looking forward to this latest 3D adventure,
in which you'll freely explore while using Kirby's Copy Abilities.
Plus, next year, the Kirby series will mark…
its 35th anniversary.
Please look out for more information coming in the future.
That's all for today's Nintendo Direct.
Thank you for watching.