Nintendo Surprises Fans with Direct and Indie Showcase Announcements

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Rumors of a Nintendo Direct before the end of August had fans eagerly anticipating gaming announcements for the upcoming Nintendo Switch library. As the month came to a close, hope was fading, but Nintendo surprised everyone with a last-minute announcement for an August showcase. The event will include both a Nintendo Direct and an Indie World Showcase.

What to Expect

The Nintendo Direct is scheduled for today (Wednesday, August 27, 2024) at 7am PT / 10am ET / 3pm UK time. While Nintendo has not revealed specific details about the showcase, there are expectations for several game announcements.

Highlighted Games

THQ Nordic hinted at more news on Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, suggesting a potential demo announcement during the Direct. Additionally, a Nintendo Switch version of the classic MySims game is rumored to make an appearance, with an expected November release based on European retailer listings.

Furthermore, fans are anticipating announcements related to the Call of Duty franchise on the Nintendo Switch. Following a 10-year deal with Xbox, Nintendo may introduce either Call of Duty Mobile or a cloud version of Black Ops 6 for the console.

Lastly, a release date for Lego Horizons, previously leaked on the PlayStation Store, is likely to be officially announced during the Direct, with a speculated launch date of November 14.

Stay Tuned for Surprises

While these are the anticipated announcements, there may be numerous surprises in store for fans during the Nintendo Direct. For more Nintendo updates, don't miss the latest Pokémon Scarlet & Violet events.