Nintendo NX release date, news & update: what will Nintendo Direct discuss? See details

A new episode of Nintendo Direct is showing on Nov. 12 Thursday. This is the first show since E3 and after the untimely death of Nintendo president Satoru Iwata.

Game Rant says Iwata hosted almost every major event.

With the passing of the company president, Attack of the Fanboy speculates that the new hosts could be Bill Trinen, Reggie Fils-Aime, Shigeru Miyamoto or all three. The three have appeared on previous broadcasts of Nintendo Direct and are expected to make a return appearance.

Although Nintendo already has a new president, Tatsumi Kimishima does not appear as comfortable hosting as Iwata. The post goes on to speculate that the new president might make an appearance.

Wii U Daily says the new episode will be shown as 2 p.m. PST, 5 p.m. EST, 10 p.m. in the UK and 11 p.m. CET. For the European broadcast, Satoru Shibata will be taking the lead.

After such a long hiatus, what can viewers expect with this new show? Rumors have run rampant but one this is for sure, it will not be about the Nintendo NX.

The Nintendo Direct page emphasizes that the upcoming presentation will not mention any updates on their new console or mobile plans. Viewers can expect news and updates on games designed for the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS.

According to Game Rant, there is a high probability that the show will feature the Yo-kai Watch. The Nintendo 3DS game was just launched last Friday.

Pokemon Super Mystery Dungeon is expected to launch on November 20 so viewers can also expect a possible mention on that title as well. Other upcoming launches include the Xenoblade Chronicles X for the Wii U and the amiibos Yarn Yoshi Falco.

According to Nintendo Insider, character details for Smash Bros. Fighter Ballot may also be featured and a look into Pikmin 4.

What most fans may be waiting for is confirmation or denial of the rumors surrounding The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD.

In a report by Gamesided, there is also a likelihood of updates on games such as Sonic Boom Fire & Ice, Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam, Metroid Prime: Federation Force and Pokken Tournament among others.

It is just a matter of time until the new broadcast of Nintendo Direct. Updates on the Nintendo NX will have to wait on a later time as this broadcast will focus on upcoming releases for the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS.

For now, Nintendo fans can satiate their curiosity on the Nintendo NX with this video.