Nintendo has officially confirmed that a Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase will take place tomorrow, February 5, 2026, at 2pm GMT, as announced via the Nintendo Today app and streamed on YouTube. This event follows earlier Directs this year for titles like Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream and the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, marking the third such presentation in 2026.
What to Expect from the Showcase
The livestream is set to run for approximately 30 minutes and will focus exclusively on upcoming games from third-party publishing and development partners for both the Nintendo Switch and the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. This means fans should not anticipate any first-party Nintendo announcements, such as new entries in the 3D Mario series or Splatoon Raiders, during this showcase.
Rumoured and Potential Game Reveals
Insiders had previously hinted at this event, and now it's confirmed. The presentation is likely to highlight upcoming ports for the Switch 2, with several high-profile titles in the spotlight. For instance, Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, which was delayed from 2025, may receive a specific release date announcement. Other games without confirmed dates, such as Indiana Jones And The Great Circle, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition, could also feature prominently.
One of the most anticipated possibilities is an update on FromSoftware's Switch 2 exclusive, The Duskbloods. This dark fantasy action role-player, with its vampiric characters and PvPvE gameplay, remains shrouded in mystery, but given its slated 2026 release, it might make an appearance. Although published by Nintendo, it's considered a third-party title due to developer FromSoftware's independent status, adding a layer of intrigue.
Additional Highlights and Indie Focus
Beyond major titles, the showcase could unveil Bloober Team's mysterious Switch exclusive horror game, inspired by classics like Resident Evil and Silent Hill, which was teased in December. Indie game announcements are also expected, with potential updates on long-delayed projects such as Mina The Hollower and Witchbrook, alongside surprises yet to be revealed.
Future Nintendo Events
Looking ahead, it remains unclear when Nintendo will host a Direct focused on its first-party slate. However, a Pokémon Presents event is rumoured for February 27, 2026, to celebrate Pokémon Day and the franchise's 30th anniversary. This would bring the total to four Nintendo Direct-style events before fans get the first-party showcase they eagerly await.
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