Nintendo's Switch 2 exclusive remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time launches globally at midnight local time on November 5, with a 24.5 GB download size. Players in North America can access the game as early as 9pm PT on November 4, while the New Zealand region-switching trick offers a full day of early access for those willing to navigate the payment hurdles.
Nintendo's remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time launches November 5 exclusively on Switch 2, bringing manual jumping, dashing, and a new Threads of Time quest log to the N64 classic. After 30 minutes of hands-on time covering the Great Deku Tree, Hyrule Field, and the Forest Temple, the game feels both authentically nostalgic and thoroughly modern.
Diablo 4 director Brent Gibson has reassured players that Blizzard will continue substantial support for the action RPG well after Diablo 5 launches, confirming the Amazon class arrives in early 2027 and a Switch 2 version is coming. The comments follow fan concern that Diablo 5's Blizzcon 2026 announcement signaled an early end for the 2023 release.
Koei Tecmo and Team Ninja have announced Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember for a March 4, 2027 release and surprise-dropped a free alpha demo across Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Switch 2, and PC. The demo includes the full Changban level, character creation, and three-player online co-op, with a Fledgling Phoenix Helmet bonus carrying over to the full game.
Walmart has price-matched Nintendo's Customer Appreciation Sale and is offering an extra $10 off with coupon code SAVE3X, bringing major first-party titles down to $31.97. The deal also covers Switch 2 memory cards and the original Switch Pro controller, which works natively on the new console for 40% less than the Switch 2 version.
Nintendo is hosting two back-to-back Direct presentations in September 2026, starting with a Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8 followed by a general Nintendo Direct focused on Switch 2 winter games on September 9. Both streams begin at 7am PT and will be available across multiple platforms including IGN's watch parties with pre-shows and post-show analysis.
Fangamer has opened preorders for the physical Switch 2 edition of Stardew Valley, launching February 5, 2026 at $39.99. The cartridge includes the 1.6 update, reversible cover art, and an 18-page guidebook, making it a notable release for physical media collectors.
Nintendo sold 3.82 million Switch 2 consoles in the quarter ending June 30, down from 5.82 million during the system's launch quarter a year earlier. The company maintains that life-to-date adoption still compares favorably to the original Switch, though the year-on-year decline reflects the natural cooling after massive pent-up demand. Software sales rose across the board, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream moving 7.96 million copies in three months and Mario Kart World reaching 15.39 million total.
Nintendo will cease production of all original Switch models for the European market in February 2027 due to new EU right-to-repair legislation requiring replaceable batteries. The Switch 2 launches at $500, removing the affordable entry point that the $200 Switch Lite provided for budget-conscious players across Europe.
Nintendo is investigating the development of a Switch 2 OLED model, according to a recent report. The new variant would enhance the console's display capabilities but the company is cautious due to potential price increases. This move could impact the console's market competitiveness.
