Nintendo’s next two Direct events are both happening next week
Nintendo has announced two back-to-back Direct events for next week, featuring a 40th-anniversary celebration for The Legend of Zelda and a showcase for upcoming Switch 2 games. The events will include gameplay previews and potential updates on the Nintendo Classics library.
Why it matters
These events provide critical insight into Nintendo's hardware and software strategy for the upcoming holiday season and the launch of the Switch 2.
Nintendo just announced two Direct events for next week, scheduled back to back. First up is the Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8th at 10AM ET / 7AM PT. It’s set to last around 30 minutes, streaming live on Nintendo’s YouTube channel or the Nintendo Today app.
Images recently leaked showing a special-edition 40th anniversary Zelda Switch 2 console and controller, plus there’s the Ocarina of Time remake that’s on the way, as well as the live-action Zelda movie expected to hit theaters sometime next year.
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