Nintendo has officially confirmed its next round of Direct presentations, and there’s a twist: instead of one broadcast, fans are getting two back-to-back showcases next week. The second will be a general Nintendo Direct covering upcoming Switch 2 releases.

Below is a full breakdown of when each show airs and how to stream them for free.

Nintendo Direct Official Date and Times and How to Watch

— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) September 4, 2026

Nintendo announced the news directly through its official X account and the Nintendo Today app on September 4, 2026. Here’s the confirmed schedule:

  • The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct: Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 7 A.M. PT/ 10 A.M. ET (Approximately 30 minutes)
  • Nintendo Direct (General): Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 7 A.M. PT/ 10 A.M. ET (Approximately 45 minutes)
  • Nintendo Treehouse: Live: Immediately following the September 9 Direct, offering extended gameplay looks at select titles.

How to Watch

Both presentations will stream live and free on Nintendo of America’s official YouTube channel, with no account or subscription required. Viewers can also catch both shows through the Nintendo Today smartphone app. As with past Directs, a full replay will go up immediately after each broadcast ends.

What to Expect From The Upcoming Nintendo Directs

Nintendo Direct logoNintendo Direct premieres on September 8 and 9 | Credit: Nintendo

The September 8 presentation is likely to lean heavily into the news surrounding The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2, which is still slated for a 2026 release but hasn’t received a proper gameplay showcase yet. Fans are also anticipating a first look at footage from the upcoming live-action Zelda film, directed by Wes Ball and set for an April 2027 theatrical release.

There are also rumors that a special-edition Zelda-themed Switch 2 console could make an appearance, though that remains unconfirmed.

The September 9 Direct will likely follow Nintendo’s usual format of quick-hit trailers and updates spanning first- and third-party titles releasing between now and the end of 2026. The Nintendo Treehouse stream afterward should offer a close, hands-on look at gameplay for whatever gets announced.

What announcement are you looking forward to most in the upcoming lineup of Nintendo Directs? Make sure to let us know in the comments below!

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