Nintendo Direct June 2024

The June 2024 Nintendo Direct has evoked a wave of excitement among the gaming community around the globe with its new game announcements and thrilling updates. Where Switch 2 has been eagerly awaited by the fans, Nintendo Direct’s June 2024 ensures that players still have so much to do with their current console. 

To find out more about the return of franchises, exciting new titles, and improved editions of classic games, continue reading the blog as we will reveal what’s in the box. 

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

Nintendo Direct has announced the release of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, a new installment in the legendary Zelda series, on September 26, 2024. 

For the first time in the series, players can control Princess Zelda, who uses the “power of the Tri Rod” to create “echoes” or imitations of objects in the environment.  

The gameplay comprises puzzle-solving elements, and the game plot revolves around Zelda searching for Link and other missing inhabitants of Hyrule. 

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond

After a whopping seven years of waiting for updates, Nintendo Direct finally revealed some glimpses of the gameplay of Metroid Prime 4. Since the announcement at E3 2017, the fan’s wait has ended, as the series’ return is expected in 2025. 

With high-definition graphics, a detailed environment, first-person shooting mechanics, and the integration of environmental puzzles, you will be engaged with the Samus Arun adventures in a universe filled with new and returning threats. 

Mario and Luigi: Brothership

The well-known Mario and Luigi series is also coming up with a new installment, Mario and Luigi: Brotherhood, in November. With bright, colorful, and cartoonish characters, players will follow Mario and Luigi on their trip to Shipshape Island, where these brothers will explore rainforests, cities, and many more. 

Dragon Quest Games: HD-2D Remakes

June 2024 Nintendo Direct has also announced the dates for the most awaited 2D-HD remakes of Dragon Quest Games. The 2D-HD sequel of Dragon Quest 3 is all set to be released on November 14, 2024. However, Dragon 1 and 2 HD-2D versions are expected to be released in 2025. 

The gameplay of Dragon Quest 3 revolves around the players, Archfiend and Baramos, who are saving the world from evil forces. This new remake offers improved graphics, enhanced audio, and updated gameplay and allows the users to experience classic adventures with a blend of enhancements.

Donkey Kong Country Returns HD

Nintendo Direct’s June 2024 release has confirmed the release of nostalgic Donkey Kong Country Returns HD on January 16, 2025, which is an enhanced version of the popular Wii game. This HD remake clings the players to the Nintendo Switch with upgrades in gameplay and visuals. 

This HD version has 80 levels from the original Wii version and additional stages as well from the 3DS port that makes the gameplay more exciting. It also offers 2-player co-op that allows friends or family to team up to combat the challenges together. 

Super Mario Party Jamboree

Super Mario Party Jamboree is a new entry to the Mario Party franchise, set to be released on October 17, 2024. This latest entry will take the players to an “enormous Island resort” where the players will have a fun and dynamic experience. 

The game features five new gameboards, with each a unique theme and challenges among which 2 boards are retained from previous Mario Party Games. Super Mario Party Jamboree also offers 110 minigames and a “Koopathlon Mode” that supports over 20 local and online players. 

Among Us

In the latest update of Among Us, two new exciting roles for crewmates and imposters have been introduced. In the crewmate role, there’s a tracker that allows players to track players using the map, which helps identify the imposter. 

The second crewmate role is noisemaker which will alert the players when someone is eliminated. A phantom imposter role is also introduced in Among Us that will let the imposter be visible for short periods, making the gameplay more challenging and intriguing. 

Conclusion 

With lots of new releases and improvements, Nintendo Switch is all set to elevate your gaming experience.