Industry Rumor Points to September 10 Date for Next Nintendo Direct

A new rumor suggests that Nintendo could hold its next Nintendo Direct presentation on September 10, ahead of the Tokyo Game Show.

A new rumor suggests that Nintendo could hold its next Nintendo Direct presentation as early as September 10. While the date is not yet officially confirmed by Nintendo and should be treated with caution, several industry clues point toward a major announcement event happening around this timeframe.

One major factor supporting the rumor is historical timing. Traditionally, Nintendo has held a Nintendo Direct broadcast prior to the start of the Tokyo Game Show. This year, the Tokyo Game Show is scheduled to take place from September 17 to September 21, which significantly narrows the window for potential Nintendo broadcasts to either early or mid-September.

Additionally, observers have pointed to a recent announcement from Ubisoft's official Just Dance social media account. The account noted that further details regarding the upcoming Just Dance: Decades of Hits would be revealed on September 10. Historically, major Just Dance announcements have typically been reserved for Ubisoft Forward events or Nintendo Direct presentations, further fueling speculation that September 10 is the intended date for Nintendo's showcase. Various Nintendo insider accounts have also backed this theory.

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  1. Gamereactor UKSecondary publication · recorded Aug 31, 2026
    Rumour: The next Nintendo Direct is set to take place on 10 September
  2. GameSpotEstablished publication · recorded Aug 31, 2026
    A September 10 Nintendo Direct Is Looking Likely Thanks To Just Dance