Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct: How to Watch & What to Expect

The Legend of Zelda turns 40! Here's when and where to watch the special Nintendo Direct, plus our predictions for Ocarina of Time remake, live-action movie, and more.

Can you believe The Legend of Zelda franchise is turning 40 this year? That's right, and Nintendo is throwing a big birthday bash with a special Direct dedicated entirely to the series. If you're a fan, you won't want to miss this. Here's everything you need to know about how to watch and what to expect.

First things first, mark your calendars for September 8 at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET. The stream will run for about 30 minutes, so it's a quick but packed celebration. If you're not in North America, that's 3 PM BST, 4 PM CEST, and 11 PM JST. You can catch all the action live on YouTube or Twitch, just like other Directs. And if you can't tune in live, don't worry—Nintendo typically uploads individual trailers and footage to its official YouTube channel shortly after the stream ends.

So, what can we expect? Nintendo has only said that the presentation will deliver 'a variety of information' related to Zelda. That's pretty vague, but let's be honest, we all have our wish lists. The most anticipated item has to be the rumored remake of Ocarina of Time. We're hoping to see actual gameplay, how it improves on the N64 classic, and maybe even a release date. A new trailer for the live-action movie, which is set for 2027, would also be a fantastic surprise.

But that's not all. Given it's a 40th anniversary, we wouldn't be shocked to see limited-edition Switch 2 hardware, more merchandise, and perhaps even concert tour announcements. And if we're really lucky, maybe we'll finally get updates on those long-awaited ports of Wind Waker HD and Twilight Princess HD. It's about time those classics made their way to modern consoles, right?

Of course, these are just our educated guesses. Nintendo loves to throw curveballs, so there could be something completely unexpected in store. But one thing's for sure: this Direct is shaping up to be a must-watch for any Zelda fan. So grab your snacks, set your alarms, and get ready to celebrate four decades of adventure.

What are you hoping to see in the Zelda Direct? Let us know in the comments below!