We already have a date for the new Nintendo Direct, but it’s not going to be what you expect

Nintendo has announced a new Partner Showcase scheduled for February 5, where various third-party titles that will arrive on the Switch console will be presented. This event, which will last 30 minutes, can be followed live on Nintendo’s YouTube channel.

More games than ever!

In this upcoming presentation, it is expected that first-party titles from iconic franchises such as Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, or Splatoon will not be included. Additionally, the Pokémon saga may have a limited focus this time, given that The Pokémon Company is concentrated on other commitments, including the upcoming Pokémon Day at the end of February and the release of Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Pokémon Pokopia.

With this announcement, Nintendo continues to strengthen its communication strategy, which it has maintained for years, and which gives players a glimpse of what they can expect in the near future. Those interested in upcoming releases for 2026 should be ready to see what this Partner Showcase has to offer.

This confirmation of the Nintendo Direct comes after a recent financial report highlighting the success of the Nintendo Switch 2. Since its launch in June 2025, it has sold 17.37 million units, becoming the fastest-selling console in Nintendo’s history. However, rumors may indicate a possible price increase in the future due to the current RAM module crisis affecting the market. Nintendo has emphasized that it will continue to monitor the situation before making decisions that impact the price of the device.

As they prepare for the February event, fans are eagerly awaiting new offerings in the vast universe of third-party games that could revitalize the console’s lineup and attract an even larger audience.