Intriguingly, Nintendo has said this Direct will focus on titles releasing in the second half of 2026 — suggesting the company still has several surprises in store for this fall and winter. This may also serve as a way to set expectations that we won't see the next 3D Mario, which is believed to be coming in 2027.

Square Enix surprises fans and confirms that a pair of beloved Final Fantasy titles are heading to Nintendo Switch 2 this summer.