Nintendo Direct: Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake Officially Unveiled Alongside Blockbuster Lineup for Switch 2

In the latest Nintendo Direct, Nintendo unveiled a host of blockbuster titles, led by the highly anticipated remake of the legendary The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. The event took place amid celebrations for the 40th anniversary of the Zelda series, marking an important milestone for both fans and the future of the Switch 2. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake made a strong impression with its first gameplay footage. This is a game long awaited by fans, and Nintendo chose the perfect moment to reveal the remake on the next-generation console. Beyond the trailer, the company confirmed that anniversary activities will continue throughout 2026, promising more surprises for the gaming community. Alongside Zelda, the Nintendo Direct also delivered an exciting surprise: the appearance of Final Fantasy VII: Revelation and Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion. This unexpected cross-over demonstrates the deepening partnership between Nintendo and Square Enix, while opening up opportunities for the legendary RPG franchise to reach a new generation of players on Switch 2. In addition, several other exclusive games were introduced: Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave continues the familiar tactical RPG journey; Mario Kart World brings wilder new tracks than ever; Metroid Ravenous promises an intense action adventure; and Kirby and the World Beyond is slated for 2027, taking the pink puffball into uncharted territories. Professor Layton and the New World of Steam also makes an appearance, delighting fans of the puzzle-adventure series. Notably, the majority of games announced in this Direct are exclusive to Switch 2. Original Nintendo Switch users can still play a number of titles, but Nintendo is clearly accelerating the transition to the new platform. Support for the original Switch is slowly winding down, signaling a new era for the company's hybrid handheld console. The Direct concluded with a sense of immense excitement. Nintendo not only satisfied long-time fans' expectations with the Ocarina of Time Remake but also delivered surprises like Final Fantasy and a lineup of next-generation games. Although many titles lack specific release dates (except Kirby set for 2027), Nintendo's vision for Switch 2 is remarkably clear and promising. With what has been showcased, Nintendo is reinforcing its global leadership in gaming while paving the way for a new hardware cycle. Vietnamese gamers certainly have much to look forward to in the coming months.