Nintendo Direct Confirms Zelda: Ocarina Remake

Nintendo saved the biggest reveal for last, and it landed: Ocarina of Time, the game most "greatest ever" lists put at the top, is being rebuilt for Switch 2. The rest of the June 9 Direct was no filler either, stacking Kingdom Hearts IV, a new Xenoblade, and a Switch 2 Devil May Cry 5 into one of the densest first-party-plus-third-party showcases of the generation.

Key takeaways

• Nintendo confirmed a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2, with no date yet.
• Devil May Cry 5 launched on Switch 2 on June 23 with 60 fps in docked and handheld modes.
• Kingdom Hearts IV and a new Xenoblade (Genesis) were also revealed.
• The Direct aired June 9 and drew millions of views.
• A wave of late-June releases included Deltarune Chapter 5 and Star Fox.

What happened

In the closing moments of the June 9 Direct, Nintendo announced that Ocarina of Time would be "reborn" on Switch 2. No release date or price was given, but Nintendo's pattern of closing a Direct with a major reveal and withholding a date pointed observers toward a later-2026 or early-2027 launch.

The presentation also confirmed several other titles. Devil May Cry 5 arrived on Switch 2 on June 23 as a Devil Hunter Edition running at 60 fps in both docked and handheld modes, positioning it as comparable to the PS5 and Xbox Series X versions. Kingdom Hearts IV and a new Xenoblade entry, Xenoblade Genesis, rounded out the headline reveals, alongside late-June releases like Deltarune Chapter 5 and Star Fox.

Here is the full headline slate from the Direct, with what we actually know about each:

Title	Platform	Status	What we know
Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake	Switch 2	Announced, no date	Full remake ("reborn"), likely late 2026 or 2027
Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition	Switch 2	Released June 23, 2026	60 fps docked and handheld
Kingdom Hearts IV	Switch 2	Announced	Square Enix action RPG, no firm date
Xenoblade Genesis	Switch 2	Announced	New mainline Xenoblade entry
Deltarune Chapter 5	Switch / Switch 2	Late June	Continues Toby Fox's RPG
Star Fox	Switch 2	Late June	Series revival

Why it matters

Ocarina of Time is one of the most acclaimed games ever made, and a full remake is a significant draw for the Switch 2's library. Pairing nostalgia-driven first-party reveals with strong third-party support is exactly how Nintendo builds momentum for a new console.

The Devil May Cry 5 launch matters for a different reason: hitting 60 fps in both modes shows the Switch 2 can run a demanding action game close to its more powerful rivals. That kind of parity helps reassure players and publishers that the hardware can handle modern third-party titles.

The Ocarina reveal also lands in a specific historical context. Ocarina of Time, released in 1998, is regularly cited as one of the most influential games ever made; it essentially defined the template for 3D action-adventure games and topped "greatest of all time" lists for years. Nintendo has remastered it before (notably the 2011 Nintendo 3DS version), but the word "reborn" signals something more substantial than a resolution bump. A genuine remake, in the mold of the 2019 Link's Awakening remake or the recent wave of full-rebuild remakes from other studios, would rebuild the world, models, and possibly the controls from scratch. That is a far bigger undertaking, which is part of why no date accompanied the announcement.

There is a pattern worth noting in how Nintendo structures these Directs. The company tends to lead with release-ready third-party titles to give the presentation immediate payoff, sprinkle in dated first-party games through the middle, and close with one undated showstopper to dominate the post-show conversation. The June 9 Direct followed that script almost exactly, with Devil May Cry 5 as the "buy it now" anchor and the Ocarina remake as the closing headline that everyone talked about afterward.

The bigger picture

The Direct reinforced Nintendo's strategy of mixing tentpole first-party remakes with a steady stream of third-party releases to keep the Switch 2 library deep and varied. Strong early software is crucial for a new console's adoption, and June delivered a concentrated burst of it.

The console itself has been a commercial success, and a healthy release pipeline helps sustain that. The lineup builds on the platform's momentum, which we have tracked in coverage of the Switch 2 becoming the best-selling console, its first-year win over the PS5 in Japan, and its recent system update 22.5.0. If you are tuning a new unit, our Switch 2 battery and performance settings guide is worth a look before you dive into Devil May Cry 5.

What to do right now

If you want to act on this Direct rather than just watch the trailers again:

• Want Ocarina news first? Wishlist or follow the title on the eShop so you get the date drop when Nintendo announces it.
• Buying Devil May Cry 5? It is out now on Switch 2 in the Devil Hunter Edition; confirm you are buying the Switch 2 version, not a legacy port.
• On a base Switch? Note that the marquee reveals (Ocarina remake, Xenoblade Genesis, Kingdom Hearts IV) are Switch 2 titles, so plan an upgrade if those are must-plays.
• Hunting for the next reveal? Nintendo typically holds another Direct in the fall, so expect Ocarina's date and holiday lineup details then.

What is next

• Ocarina date. Nintendo has yet to announce when the remake will launch.
• Third-party support. Continued ports and parity will shape the Switch 2's reputation.
• First-party slate. Kingdom Hearts IV, Xenoblade Genesis, and more await release details.
• Holiday window. Expect more reveals as Nintendo fills out its late-2026 calendar.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocarina of Time getting a remake?

Yes. Nintendo confirmed a remake, described as the game being "reborn," for Switch 2. No release date or price has been announced.

When did Devil May Cry 5 come to Switch 2?

Devil May Cry 5: Devil Hunter Edition launched on Switch 2 on June 23, 2026, running at 60 fps in both docked and handheld modes.

What else was announced?

Highlights included Kingdom Hearts IV, a new Xenoblade entry called Xenoblade Genesis, and late-June releases such as Deltarune Chapter 5 and Star Fox.

When did the Direct air?

The Nintendo Direct aired on June 9, 2026, and drew millions of views.

The June Direct paired a beloved remake with strong third-party showings, reinforcing the Switch 2's growing library and commercial momentum.