It seems that the Japanese giant has finally abandoned the tactics of “silent” digital releases through Direct. Now Nintendo's strategy is large-scale expansion and personal communication with players. This will be the second year in a row that the company is relying on a physical presence after the stunning announcement of Switch 2 in 2025.
Let's take a look at what awaits us this year and why this event became the main topic of the day.
“Powerful Summer” begins right now
The Gamescom announcement (the exhibition will be held from August 26 to 30) was just the tip iceberg Today, Nintendo revealed details of the Power Summer game lineup for Switch 2, and the release schedule looks like a blast:
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book - a cute adventure with Yoshi is coming out very soon, May 21.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth - the long-awaited port for Switch 2 will reach the console3 June.
Star Fox 64: Become a Live Stream Hero
Remember the recent Nintendo Direct? Technical details of the Star Fox 64 reboot have emerged today, and they are amazing. The game has built-in technologyAR “V-Tubing”. Using the Switch 2's camera, the system will create character avatars in real time by reading your facial expressions. Now you can literally stream in the shoes of the heroes of the Star Fox team. The future is already here!
FromSoftware and vampire action
Third-party developers are also not lagging behind. FromSoftware confirmed today that their Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods, is still on the schedule. It will be a dark action-RPG in a vampire setting with PvPvE elements. The release is scheduled for the end of 2026, so fans of “soulslicks” have something to look forward to.
The main intrigue: What will they show in Cologne?
Insiders are actively discussing the project of a “Zelda remake”. Rumors persistently point to Ocarina of Time or The Wind Waker. This particular remake is expected to be the crown jewel of Nintendo's booth at Gamescom 2026, where visitors will be able to try it out in person.
Why does this matter?
Nintendo is clearly set to dominate the upcoming holiday season. While competitors are dealing with management changes and hardware delays, Nintendo is moving to aggressive marketing in the field. The transition from sudden online announcements to large offline events where you can literally touch the game with your hands is a powerful move that securesSwitch 2as the main platform of the year.
See you in Cologne in August? Looks like this summer will be really hot for all Switch owners!
