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Nintendo will hold a Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct on September 8 at 10AM ET lasting about 30 minutes, followed by a regular Direct on September 9 at 10AM ET of roughly 45 minutes focused on Switch 2 winter launch games and a Nintendo Treehouse gameplay livestream. Leaks and prior announcements suggest a special-edition 40th anniversary Zelda Switch 2 and an Ocarina of Time remake could feature, alongside promotion tied to the upcoming live-action Zelda movie. Both streams will be available on Nintendo’s YouTube channel and the Nintendo Today app. » Altro su theverge.com

Morgan Stanley expects a Nintendo Direct in September focusing on the 40th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda and content for the Switch 2. The bank anticipates a teaser for the live-action film (April 2027) as well as release and gameplay details for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time with a possible launch in November. It also sees chances for a new 3D Mario title and several third-party games being adapted for the Switch 2, which could affect medium-term earnings prospects and the stock’s valuation. Nintendo’s share fell intraday by 1.9% to ¥8,935 but still outperformed the Nikkei 225. » Altro su de.investing.com

Nintendo will increase the base price of the Switch 2 by $50 on September 1, bringing the 256GB model without a game to $499.99. Bundles that include games will cost more and two such bundles shipping this fall exceed $500. The move follows broader device price rises in the market and comes as the Switch 2 library continues to expand. » Altro su theverge.com