Nintendo Direct: Upcoming Switch Games for the Second Half of 2024

The June gaming season, often dubbed “Not E3,” has nearly concluded, with major showcases from Geoff Keighley, Xbox, PlayStation, and more. However, one notable player has yet to reveal their hand: Nintendo. Switch owners have been eagerly anticipating a Nintendo Direct presentation, and today, the company finally broke its silence. On June 18, Nintendo will host a livestream event focusing on games slated for release in the latter half of 2024.

What to Expect

The Nintendo Direct is expected to run approximately 40 minutes, which is quite substantial by Nintendo’s standards. However, there’s a catch: the presentation won’t touch upon any details about Nintendo’s successor to the Switch. That information will likely come later in the year or even early 2025.

Speculation and Hopes

As for the content of the Direct, it’s always challenging to predict with Nintendo. Still, we can make some educated guesses. Fans have been eagerly awaiting a proper glimpse of Metroid Prime 4, and this could be the moment. If true, it would serve as the Switch’s flagship holiday game before Nintendo shifts its focus to new hardware. Additionally, rumors abound about Zelda remakes and remasters, and there’s even talk of a potential return for Star Fox.

Mark Your Calendar

The Nintendo Direct is scheduled for June 18 at 10 am ET. Are you excited to see what Nintendo has in store? While expectations should be tempered—given that the original Switch only has about six more months in the spotlight—I’m personally hoping for that long-awaited Metroid Prime 4 reveal. Let’s stay tuned and see what surprises await! 🎮👾