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Nintendo’s June 18, 2024 Direct ran for about 40 minutes and focused on Nintendo Switch games for the second half of 2024 and beyond. Its biggest reveals were The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, with Zelda as the playable hero, and the first gameplay look at Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. The presentation also covered new Mario and Donkey Kong games, partner releases, game updates, and additions to Nintendo Switch Online. The dates below are the dates or windows Nintendo announced at the time; they are not a current release calendar.
The biggest Nintendo announcements
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
Nintendo revealed a new Zelda adventure for Switch in which Zelda, rather than Link, is the playable protagonist. She uses the Tri Rod to create “echoes”—imitations of objects and creatures—that can help solve puzzles and fight enemies. Nintendo announced a September 26, 2024 launch.
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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
The Direct showed the first gameplay footage of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and gave it a 2025 release window for Nintendo Switch. That was the announcement-era window, not a specific launch date.
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| Game | What Nintendo announced | Announcement-era date |
|---|---|---|
| Mario & Luigi: Brothership | A new seafaring RPG starring the brothers, set in Concordia. | November 7, 2024 |
| Super Mario Party Jamboree | Five new boards and two returning boards, with over 110 minigames. Its Koopathlon mode was described as supporting up to 20 online players. | October 17, 2024 |
| Donkey Kong Country Returns HD | An HD version of the Wii game that adds levels from the Nintendo 3DS version. Nintendo described 80 levels and solo or local two-player co-op. | January 16, 2025 |
| Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition | Over 150 speedrunning challenges across 13 NES games, with solo and online play and local play for up to eight players. A Deluxe Set was also announced with a physical game and bonus items. | July 18, 2024 |
Hardware and announced game updates
Nintendo Switch Lite: Hyrule Edition
Nintendo announced a gold-colored Switch Lite bearing the Hylian Crest, scheduled for September 26, 2024. The package was said to include a 12-month individual Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership. Nintendo’s announcement did not say that Echoes of Wisdom was bundled with the console.
#1 Best Overall
- The next evolution of Nintendo Switch
- One system, three play modes: TV, Tabletop, and Handheld
- Larger, vivid, 7.9” LCD touch screen with support for HDR and up to 120 fps
- Dock that supports 4K when connected to a compatible TV*
- GameChat** lets you voice chat, share your game screen, and connect via video chat as you play
Nintendo Switch Sports
A free basketball update was announced for summer 2024, with solo, local, and online modes described by Nintendo.
Updates available on the day of the Direct
- Disney Illusion Island received the free The Mystery in Monoth update.
- Among Us received a free update adding the Noisemaker, Tracker, and Phantom roles.
Partner and third-party games
Nintendo also highlighted games from publishing and development partners. The dates and windows in this list are the announcement-era details Nintendo gave during the June 2024 presentation or in its regional announcement.
Rank #2
- 6.2” LCD screen
- Three play modes: TV, tabletop, and handheld
- Local co-op, online, and local wireless multiplayer
- Detachable Joy-Con controllers
- Nintendo Switch is the home of Mario & friends
| Game | Announcement | Switch timing stated in 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake | A remake and expanded telling of the beginning of the Erdrick Trilogy. | November 14, 2024 |
| LEGO HORIZON ADVENTURES | Announced for Switch. | 2024 holiday season |
| MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics | A collection of seven arcade games; Nintendo said it included the first U.S. re-release of the arcade version of THE PUNISHER. | Later in 2024 |
| FANTASIAN Neo Dimension | An enhanced version of FANTASIAN with English and Japanese voice acting and an additional difficulty option. | Winter 2024 |
| FAIRY TAIL 2 | An action RPG. | Winter 2024 |
| Hello Kitty Island Adventure | Announced as a timed console exclusive. | 2025 |
| Stray | Announced for Switch. | 2024 holiday season |
| Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game | A cozy life-simulation game. | 2024 holiday season |
| Funko Fusion | Announced for Switch. | September 13, 2024 |
| MIO: Memories in Orbit | Announced for Switch. | 2025 |
| Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD | Nintendo noted that preorders were available at the time of the announcement. | June 27, 2024 |
| Darkest Dungeon II | An Oblivion Edition was announced with The Binding Blade DLC. | July 15, 2024 |
| Ace Attorney Investigations Collection | Nintendo UK listed the game as available to preorder. | September 6, 2024 (Nintendo UK) |
| Phantom Brave: The Lost Hero | Announced for Switch. | 2025 |
| The Hundred Line -Last Defense Academy- | Announced for Switch. | Early 2025 |
| Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven | A remake. | October 24, 2024 |
| Looney Tunes: Wacky World of Sports | Announced for Switch. | Fall 2024 |
| METAL SLUG ATTACK RELOADED | Announced as available on Switch that day. | June 18, 2024 |
| THE NEW DENPA MEN | A free-to-play RPG. | July 22, 2024 |
| Just Dance 2025 Edition | Announced with 40 songs. | October 2024 |
Nintendo Switch Online additions
Nintendo announced four classic games as available that day to Expansion Pack members: Turok: Dinosaur Hunter and PERFECT DARK for the Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Switch Online: MATURE 17+ collection, plus Metroid: Zero Mission and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past Four Swords for the Game Boy Advance collection. Availability and membership terms vary by country. Nintendo also noted that online features require a Nintendo Account and Nintendo Switch Online membership, and that some game collections require the Expansion Pack.
What kind of Direct was it?
Nintendo described the presentation as a broad selection of Switch games coming in 2024 and beyond. Its announcements ranged from new games and a hardware edition to remakes, collections, updates, and online-service additions. Nintendo’s official video listing put the runtime at around 40 minutes. The figures Nintendo gave for minigames, levels, songs, or player counts describe individual games, not the Direct’s audience or popularity.
Quick Recap
Best Value
- One player can use a Joy-Con in each hand
- Two players can each take one
- Multiple Joy-Con can be employed by numerous people for a variety of gameplay options (additional Joy-Con sold separately)
- Slip a set of Joy-Con into a Joy-Con grip accessory, mirroring a more traditional controller. Or, select an optional Nintendo Switch Pro Controller.
Rank #4
- This pre-owned product is not Apple certified, but has been professionally inspected, tested and cleaned by Amazon-qualified suppliers.
- 6.2” LCD screen.
- Three play modes: TV, tabletop, and handheld
- Local co-op, online, and local wireless multiplayer
- Detachable Joy-Con controllers
Rank #3
- Play your way with the Nintendo Switch gaming system. Whether you’re at home or on the go, solo or with friends, the Nintendo Switch system is designed to fit your life. Dock your Nintendo Switch to enjoy HD gaming on your TV. Heading out? Just undock your console and keep playing in handheld mode
- This model includes battery life of approximately 4.5 - 9 hours.
- The battery life will depend on the games you play. For instance, the battery will last approximately 5.5 hours for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (games sold separately)
- Model number HAC 001( 01)
Official sources
- Nintendo of America: June 18, 2024 Direct announcement
- Nintendo UK: Nintendo Direct – June 18th, 2024
- Nintendo of America: Nintendo Direct 6.18.2024 – Nintendo Switch
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