Nintendo Direct June 2024: Mario & Luigi New Adventure

The June 2024 Nintendo Direct event unveiled "Mario & Luigi: Brothership," marking the franchise's first new game in almost nine years. Set for release on November 7, 2024, the game brings a "seafaring adventure" where Mario and Luigi explore mysterious islands within the vast world of Concordia. Players will enjoy evolved Bros. moves and a dynamic twist on traditional turn-based combat as they navigate Shipshape Island, which is part ship and part island. Familiar faces from the Mushroom Kingdom, like Peach and Bowser, will make appearances, and new friends will aid the brothers in their journey.

The Direct also featured significant updates, including a new Zelda game announcement and the re-reveal of Metroid Prime 4, now subtitled Beyond. For a comprehensive look at everything announced, check out the full list of reveals from the event.

The release date for Mario & Luigi: Brothership is set for November 7, 2024.

"Mario & Luigi: Brothership" is the latest in the "Mario & Luigi" RPG series, known for its humorous storylines and engaging gameplay mechanics. The series first debuted in 2003 with "Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga," and this new entry promises to continue the beloved tradition with new gameplay elements and settings that fans have come to cherish. This fresh installment aims to revitalize the series for a new generation of gamers, adding yet another exciting chapter to the iconic Mario franchise.