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Nintendo fans anticipate a significant announcement, with strong indications pointing to a Nintendo Direct presentation on September 10, 2026. This speculation intensified following a recent leak concerning Ubisoft's "Just Dance: Decades of Hits," which subsequently led to an official statement from Ubisoft confirming a September 10 reveal for the game.
Ubisoft Leak Fuels Speculation
The leaked gameplay footage of "Just Dance: Decades of Hits" prompted Ubisoft to address the situation directly via its X account. The company explicitly stated, "We're committed to sharing the complete picture with you on September 10, and we sincerely thank you for your patience and continued support in the meantime." Historically, Just Dance titles frequently debut during Nintendo Direct events, as seen with last year's "Just Dance 2026 Edition" announcement during a summer showcase.
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Nintendo's Historical Patterns and Upcoming Titles
Nintendo often schedules Direct presentations just before the Tokyo Game Show, which is slated to begin on September 17 this year. This consistent pattern, coupled with the Ubisoft announcement, makes a September 10 Direct highly probable. The company has hosted early-to-mid September Directs almost annually for the past decade, with only one exception in late August 2024. Nintendo typically provides about 24 hours' notice for these events, meaning an announcement could come by September 9. By all accounts, this is a strong indicator.
Beyond potential surprise reveals, Nintendo is expected to provide updates on two highly anticipated exclusives for 2026: "The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake" and From Software's "The Duskbloods." While both lack official release dates, fans eagerly await more details, especially for the Zelda remake, about which little is known. A recent leak also hinted at a special Zelda-themed Switch 2, potentially unveiled during this anticipated Direct, coinciding with The Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary.
