The rumor cycle is spinning fast today, thanks to industry insider NateTheHate. In his latest podcast, he dropped a payload of intriguing claims about Nintendo’s upcoming projects, and if accurate, we could be seeing a beloved franchise make a surprising return sooner than expected.

The biggest headline from the update is that a new Star Fox game is in the works for Nintendo Switch 2, with a planned release window set for this summer. According to NateTheHate, this will be a return to form for the series, described as a “classic style” Star Fox experience. The visuals are reportedly “supposed to be very good,” and the game is said to feature online multiplayer. This rumor gains even more traction following yesterday’s surprise announcement that Glen Powell will voice Fox McCloud in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, suggesting Nintendo is positioning the character for a larger resurgence.

Beyond the Arwing, the insider touched on other major projects. A previously rumored Zelda remake is still in the pipeline, though specifics on which title it might be remain under wraps. On the other side of the Mario coin, NateTheHate also poured some cold water on expectations for 2026, claiming that a new 3D Mario game is not currently planned for release that year.

While we await official confirmation from Nintendo, these rumors paint a picture of a company looking to leverage its film presence to bolster its game lineup, with Star Fox potentially leading the charge.