Nintendo Directs Could Bring Big Zelda and Switch Reveals

Nintendo is preparing two Direct presentations this week, and the Zelda 40th anniversary showcase could bring major Ocarina of Time news alongside several rumored announcements.

This week is a good one for Nintendo lovers, as reports suggest Nintendo will hold not one, but two Direct presentations. The first will mark the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda, while the second will be a larger presentation of the company’s upcoming games and initiatives. Fans have been waiting for updates on the Zelda franchise, and this presentation is sure to be spectacular.

A major projected feature is The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, with talk swirling that Nintendo would finally give a meaningful look at a remake of the iconic Nintendo 64 adventure. It's still unclear how ambitious the project will be. There has been discussion as to whether Nintendo is creating an accurate copy or a more elaborate remake with modern visuals, gameplay changes, and other refinements.

Arguably, a full redesign with major enhancements would be the more thrilling prospect for lifelong fans.

The presentation might have surprises outside Ocarina of Time, too. The demonstration is expected to continue for about 30 minutes, so Nintendo might use the time to go over various projects if it wants to. There’s been talk about The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess being added to Nintendo Switch Online, but that’s not yet verified.

Come the end of the day, Nintendo could spend much of the Zelda presentation talking about Ocarina of Time, especially if there’s a lot of information to provide about the project. A long gameplay demo could feature visual upgrades, revamped environments, and any tweaks Nintendo has made to the original experience.

There’s also said to be information on the upcoming Zelda movie. Details are few and far between, but the 40th anniversary presentation would be the perfect chance for Nintendo to offer fans another big update on the film and its progress. But the Zelda showcase won’t be the end of the fun. Just one day later, Nintendo is scheduled to broadcast a more general Direct, giving the firm another chance to showcase new games and upgrades throughout its roster.

Other suspected projects could include a new 2D Metroid title and a new WarioWare title.

Neither project has been formally announced, but both would fit neatly into a wider Nintendo presentation. Another much-anticipated option is Pokémon Winds & Waves, the speculated next mainline Pokémon adventure. However, Pokémon usually gets its own dedicated presentation, so fans might see its first gameplay footage during the general Direct.

It’s a very exciting week for Nintendo lovers, with two presentations happening in this time frame. With the Zelda anniversary, a likely Ocarina of Time remake update, suspected new games, and potential surprises, Nintendo could have a lot on its plate.