Nintendo hosted its first Nintendo Direct event of 2026 on February 5, presenting a Partner Showcase focused on third-party titles for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The broadcast ran for approximately 30 minutes and highlighted around 30 games from a wide range of developers and publishers. The presentation primarily served to inform players about upcoming releases and ports for both current and next-generation Nintendo hardware.
Event Overview
The Nintendo Direct February 2026 Partner Showcase began at 9 a.m. ET / 6 a.m. PT and streamed through Nintendo’s official channels. The event did not focus on first-party Nintendo titles but instead highlighted partner games coming to the Switch platforms throughout 2026.
Nintendo’s Partner Showcase format is typically used to spotlight third-party games and collaborations that are not developed directly by Nintendo. The February 2026 edition continued that approach, with a lineup that included well-known publishers and franchises alongside smaller titles and collections.
Key Announcements and Game List
The titles shown during the Direct were presented roughly in the order they appeared during the broadcast. Release windows were confirmed for several games, while others remain with general timing.
Featured Announcements:
Orbitals – Releasing Summer 2026
Paranormasight: The Mermaids Curse
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters
Tokyo Scramble
Valheim
Hollow Knight – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
eFootball Kick-off!
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
Super Bomberman Collection
Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Pragmata
Turok Origins
Kyoto Xanadu
Digimon Story: Time Stranger
Granblue Fantasy Relink: Endless Ragnarok
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
Arcade Archives 2 – Rave Racer & Console Archives
Additional Third-Party Showcases (Sizzle Reel):
Scott Pilgrim EX
Another Eden Begins
Reanimal
WWE 2K26
Disney Dreamlight Valley
PGA Tour 2K25
Major Third-Party Releases Confirmed:
Resident Evil Requiem
Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
What This Direct Means for Switch 2
Nintendo’s February 2026 Partner Showcase offered one of the clearest signs yet that Switch 2 is expected to receive stronger third-party support than earlier Nintendo platforms. The inclusion of large-scale releases such as Fallout 4 and Oblivion Remastered suggests publishers are more willing to bring demanding games to Nintendo’s hardware without relying entirely on cloud versions or heavy compromises.
At the same time, the showcase maintained a balance between major releases and smaller projects, which remains a consistent part of Nintendo’s Direct strategy. With a mix of RPGs, action titles, remasters, collections, and sports games, the Direct presented a broad picture of what Nintendo players can expect in 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What was the Nintendo Direct February 2026 Partner Showcase?
The Nintendo Direct February 2026 Partner Showcase was a 30-minute presentation focused on third-party games coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. It highlighted new announcements, ports, and updated editions from major publishers.
Did Nintendo announce any first-party games during this Direct?
No. The February 2026 presentation was a Partner Showcase, meaning it only featured third-party titles and did not include new first-party Nintendo game announcements.
What were the biggest games announced during the showcase?
Some of the biggest announcements included Resident Evil Requiem, Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth.
Were the announced games for Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2?
The showcase included games for both systems. Some titles were confirmed for Nintendo Switch, while others were announced specifically for Nintendo Switch 2 or as enhanced Switch 2 editions.
How many games were shown during the Nintendo Direct February 2026 event?
The presentation featured around 30 games in total, including a sizzle reel segment that briefly showcased several additional titles.
Will there be more Nintendo Direct events in 2026?
Nintendo typically holds multiple Direct presentations each year. While future events were not confirmed during this showcase, it is likely Nintendo will host additional Directs later in 2026.
