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Nintendo Direct June 2024: A Month of Exciting Game Showcases

19/06/2024

Mario & Luigi: Brothership, Metroid Prime 4, Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and more!

June 2024 has been nothing short of exhilarating for gamers, with major showcases like the Xbox Game Showcase and Summer Game Fest kicking things off. Now, Nintendo has entered the fray with its own Nintendo Direct event, held on June 18, 2024. Filled to the brim with exciting reveals, updates, and surprises, this Direct offers something special for every Nintendo fan. Let’s take a closer look at what was unveiled.

Big Nintendo Game Announcements

Mario & Luigi: Brothership

After a seven-year break, the beloved Mario & Luigi series returns in Brothership. This turn-based RPG takes place on a unique ship-island hybrid, blending colorful visuals with engaging gameplay. It sets sail on November 7, 2024.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

The long-awaited Metroid Prime 4 finally received its full title, Beyond, with a stunning reveal trailer showcasing Samus Aran’s next intergalactic adventure. Fans can look forward to this in 2025.

Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition

Retro fans rejoice! Nintendo World Championships offers reimagined NES classics with speedrunning challenges, arriving on July 18, 2024.

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD

Donkey Kong Country Returns is getting an HD remaster, offering enhanced graphics, new levels, and co-op mode. It swings onto the Switch on January 26, 2025.

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

For the first time, Princess Zelda takes the lead in Echoes of Wisdom. Wielding a mystical staff, players will explore Hyrule from a fresh perspective starting September 26, 2024.

Super Mario Party Jamboree

The party’s back with Super Mario Party Jamboree, boasting 110 minigames and expanded online multiplayer. Roll the dice on October 17, 2024.

Other Highlights and Game Updates

Dragon Quest 3 2D-HD

Square Enix brings a visually dazzling remake of Dragon Quest 3 in 2D-HD, set for a November 15, 2024, release, with remakes of the first two games following in 2025.

Stray

Everyone’s favorite cyberpunk cat adventure, Stray, is coming to the Nintendo Switch just in time for the holidays in 2024.

Among Us

New roles, including the Tracker and Phantom, are available now in Among Us, offering fresh gameplay dynamics.

Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack

Fans can expect new titles added to the Gameboy Advance library, along with the classic Perfect Dark now available via the N64 app.

Nintendo’s June 2024 Direct has undoubtedly kept fans buzzing with excitement, unveiling an incredible lineup of new games, remakes, and updates. With so much on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be a Nintendo fan! Which upcoming game are you most looking forward to? Share your thoughts below!