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Let's Try to Predict the Giant Double Direct

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Overview

The speaker predicts that Nintendo will hold two upcoming Directs: a “Zelda Direct” and the main “Nintendo Direct”. They outline what each is likely to include based on timing, past patterns, and strong rumors.

Zelda Direct (focused predictions)

Key likely content

  • Zelda movie trailer

    • The speaker expects a full trailer (not just a scene).
    • Nintendo would also want to reveal the main cast, such as Link/Zelda and major figures like Ganondorf/Impa.

  • Ocarina of Time remake showcase

    • They expect a complete, in-depth reveal of the Ocarina of Time remake.
    • Potentially includes extended gameplay.
    • Even though the Direct is only half an hour, they think it could be substantial—though gameplay might also be covered later via “Treehouse”.

  • Special edition hardware

    • They predict a special edition Switch for Ocarina of Time is inevitable.

  • Amiibo rollout

    • They expect new Zelda amiibo tied specifically to the Ocarina of Time remake.
    • They also anticipate more information about amiibo functionality for older Zelda figures.

  • Twilight Princess / Wind Waker return

    • Nintendo is likely to re-release both Wind Waker and Twilight Princess HD in some form.
    • Possibly as packaged remasters at a premium price (speculating around $50 each).
    • Main motivation: Nintendo’s anniversary theme.

  • Cross-promotion in other games

    • They predict Zelda costumes will come to Mario Kart World.
    • They also expect Zelda-themed content to appear in DK Bonanza: Emerald Rush, similar to prior Mario-themed crossovers.

  • Tease of the next Zelda game

    • They forecast the Direct ending with a small tease for the next Zelda title.
    • Possibly concept art or a subtle animated glimpse, without a release window.
    • Rationale: development may have started earlier than expected, with a possible reveal in the longer term (speculatively around 2028).

How the Zelda Direct may end (main-direct tease)

They predict the show concludes with a final trailer for the Ocarina of Time remake, focusing on Sheik (Shiek) gameplay—especially segments where Link is in stasis and Ganondorf takes control.

Main Nintendo Direct (focused predictions)

What makes it harder to predict

The speaker says this Direct is harder to predict because rumors are abundant and sometimes only describe games already in development (not necessarily confirmed targets for the show).

Likely targets

  • Metroid 6

    • They feel most confident that Metroid 6 will be revealed.
    • Likely release target: spring / late winter (next year).
    • They acknowledge conflicting rumors (including Super Metroid), but lean toward Metroid 6—supported by a rumored “government-style” rating.

  • Pikmin 4 (Switch 2 edition)

    • They strongly predict Pikmin 4 will be re-released/ported for Switch 2.
    • Expected timing: early next year.
    • They call it “inevitable.”

  • Splatoon Raiders

    • Expect little beyond a minor update/event (e.g., new weapons or a limited-time feature).
    • Less likely: major DLC.
    • Reasoning: spin-offs often get smaller follow-ups, and Nintendo tends to pace updates carefully.

  • No big Xenoblade 4 reveal here

    • They predict Xenoblade 4 will be skipped here.
    • A larger reveal and later release timing are expected in a subsequent window:
      • Suggesting February for the reveal
      • Fall for release

  • Dusk Bloods

    • They expect a full reveal trailer plus a release date.
    • However, they doubt it releases in the current year.
    • More likely: January / February.

  • Avoiding further “big” guesses

    • They don’t want to repeat random rumors for other major titles.
    • They briefly consider possibilities like Luigi’s Mansion 4 or a summer blockbuster, but don’t commit.

Wishes (what they most want)

They align their wishes with their most confident predictions:

  • Metroid 6
  • Pikmin 4 Switch 2 Edition

They also mention general hopes, such as the next Mario, and specifically that Luigi’s Mansion 4 would be cool—but they don’t expect it in the near-term Directs.

Presenters / contributors

  • Single presenter (unnamed speaker/creator)
    • Subtitles show: “Hello, my lovely, lovely friends…”
    • No specific name is provided.

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