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9:36 AM: As is customary, here is your 30-minute warning before the Direct begins. Remember, the show begins at 7am PT / 10am ET / 3pm BST / 4pm CEST. It’s set to last around 45 minutes, so grab a drink, your favorite snack, and use the bathroom beforehand.
9:32 AM: Trying to pre-order the Zelda Switch 2 and Switch 2 Pro Controller? I’ve got you covered. Not every retailer has stock in just yet, but these are the pages you’ll need when the time comes. My advice? Pre-order now, or risk buyer’s regret.
Switch 2 Zelda console
Walmart: The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition Nintendo Switch 2 ($519.99)
Best Buy: The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition Nintendo Switch 2 ($519.99)
GameStop: The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition Nintendo Switch 2 ($519.99)
Nintendo Store: The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition Nintendo Switch 2 ($519.99)
Zelda Switch 2 Pro Controller
Walmart: The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller ($99.99)
Best Buy: The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller ($99.99)
GameStop: The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller ($99.99)
Nintendo Store: The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller ($99.99)
8:45 AM: If, and it’s a big if, Nintendo were to reveal a new 3D Mario today, I think it might be the greatest one-two punch in gaming history. While I highly doubt the next flagship Mario title will be out this year – Ocarina of Time is obviously Nintendo’s holiday game for 2026 – an early 2027 release would certainly help shift more consoles during the busy shopping periods.
7:57 AM: Has anyone calmed down after seeing The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake reveal? I don’t think I have. It looks unbelievable, and that excitement has translated into loads of pre-orders for the limited-edition hardware. Personally, I think I’ll try to grab The Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary edition Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller.
Okay, let’s watch the trailer again. And then one more time after that.
Good morning, Nintendo fans!
7:43 AM: Another day, another Nintendo Direct! Following yesterday’s fascinating Legend of Zelda 40th anniversary Direct, today’s broadcast will highlight other games coming to Switch 2 this winter that aren’t Zelda-related.
A Nintendo Treehouse Live event will also begin after the Direct has concluded, showing us some hands-on gameplay of some of the titles revealed.
Expect to see Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave and ambitious third-party ports take center stage. It’s likely that a few surprises will also be in store, which may include the long-rumoured next 3D Mario game.
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Adam Vjestica is The Shortcut’s Senior Editor. Formerly TechRadar’s Gaming Hardware Editor, Adam has also worked at Nintendo of Europe as a Content Marketing Editor, where he helped launch the Nintendo Switch. He also runs a retro gaming YouTube channel called Game on, boy! Follow him on X @ItsMrProducts.