Nintendo has confirmed its next Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, scheduled for Thursday, February 5, 2026.
This highly anticipated event will spotlight upcoming third-party titles bound for the next-generation Switch 2 console.
The showcase is set to go live at 2pm GMT (3pm CET / 6am PT) and will be streamed globally via the official Nintendo of America YouTube channel and other regional platforms. This announcement follows months of speculation regarding Nintendo's plans to highlight the breadth of third-party support for its forthcoming hardware.
Nintendo Direct events have become a staple for delivering critical news and updates to the gaming community, and this Partner Showcase promises to further boost anticipation for the Switch 2 by offering new insights into the titles coming to the platform. Nintendo has provided precise timings for the event across key regions: - North America: 6am PST / 7am MST / 8am CST / 9am EST - UK/Ireland: 2pm GMT - Europe: 3pm CET / 4pm EET - Asia/Oceania: 11pm JST / 10pm AWST / 1am (Friday) AEDT While the official program remains under wraps, confirmed details emphasize the showcase’s focus on third-party games developed for the Switch 2.
The Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase is expected to deliver news on significant franchises and anticipated ports.
Among the titles consistently discussed by the community are 'Elden Ring,' 'The Duskbloods,' 'The Adventures of Elliot,' and 'Professor Layton and The New World of Steam.' Fans are also eagerly awaiting updates regarding amiibo releases for popular games such as 'Resident Evil Requiem' and 'Pragmata.' Notably, Nintendo’s recent hardware advancements have made it increasingly feasible for major third-party titles to be ported to its next-generation system.
As a result, publisher interest in the Switch 2 platform remains high, continuing Nintendo’s legacy of strong support from industry-leading developers.
Third-party collaborations have historically boosted the platform’s commercial appeal, ensuring a diverse and engaging software library. Players and industry watchers can tune into the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase via the Nintendo of America YouTube channel or their preferred regional streams.
The presentation promises to shed new light on the future of third-party games on the Switch 2 as Nintendo charts another exciting chapter in its hardware and software evolution. Stay with us for full coverage and post-show analysis of the announcements, including detailed breakdowns of major reveals, developer features, and the expanding lineup on the eShop following the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase.
This highly anticipated event will spotlight upcoming third-party titles bound for the next-generation Switch 2 console.
The showcase is set to go live at 2pm GMT (3pm CET / 6am PT) and will be streamed globally via the official Nintendo of America YouTube channel and other regional platforms. This announcement follows months of speculation regarding Nintendo's plans to highlight the breadth of third-party support for its forthcoming hardware.
Nintendo Direct events have become a staple for delivering critical news and updates to the gaming community, and this Partner Showcase promises to further boost anticipation for the Switch 2 by offering new insights into the titles coming to the platform. Nintendo has provided precise timings for the event across key regions: - North America: 6am PST / 7am MST / 8am CST / 9am EST - UK/Ireland: 2pm GMT - Europe: 3pm CET / 4pm EET - Asia/Oceania: 11pm JST / 10pm AWST / 1am (Friday) AEDT While the official program remains under wraps, confirmed details emphasize the showcase’s focus on third-party games developed for the Switch 2.
The Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase is expected to deliver news on significant franchises and anticipated ports.
Among the titles consistently discussed by the community are 'Elden Ring,' 'The Duskbloods,' 'The Adventures of Elliot,' and 'Professor Layton and The New World of Steam.' Fans are also eagerly awaiting updates regarding amiibo releases for popular games such as 'Resident Evil Requiem' and 'Pragmata.' Notably, Nintendo’s recent hardware advancements have made it increasingly feasible for major third-party titles to be ported to its next-generation system.
As a result, publisher interest in the Switch 2 platform remains high, continuing Nintendo’s legacy of strong support from industry-leading developers.
Third-party collaborations have historically boosted the platform’s commercial appeal, ensuring a diverse and engaging software library. Players and industry watchers can tune into the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase via the Nintendo of America YouTube channel or their preferred regional streams.
The presentation promises to shed new light on the future of third-party games on the Switch 2 as Nintendo charts another exciting chapter in its hardware and software evolution. Stay with us for full coverage and post-show analysis of the announcements, including detailed breakdowns of major reveals, developer features, and the expanding lineup on the eShop following the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase.
