It’s official: Nintendo will host a new live transmission of its Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase event, confirming the stream for February 5th, 2026. The news comes as a confirmation of a rumor started on the Nintendo Today App in Brazil, but now we have the word from the company itself.
And while nobody knows exactly what will be showcased in the showcase, the speculation ball has already started rolling among our press peers. Names like Elden Ring have been dropped alongside possible news on several publishers, like Capcom and Square Enix. Obviously, everybody’s keeping mum about the whole thing, so we can only guess.
Still, there’s a bunch of cool possibilities for this show in particular, so read on to find out what we are expecting to see and, further along, how to watch the stream.
Nintendo has officially confirmed that a Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase will take place on Thursday, February 5, 2026. The announcement first appeared on the Nintendo Today app in Brazil before being communicated globally. The broadcast is scheduled to air at 6am PT / 9am ET / 2pm GMT and is expected to run for roughly 30 minutes.
Here’s the rundown on Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase: February 2026
Anticipated Games and Rumored Reveals
This showcase will focus specifically on upcoming titles for both the Nintendo Switch and its successor, the Nintendo Switch 2, coming from Nintendo’s publishing and development partners. While fans should not expect news regarding internal franchises like Mario or Zelda, the presentation is set to highlight a significant roster of third-party content.
The Reemergence of Elden Ring and Square Enix Titles
One of the most anticipated appearances is the Nintendo Switch 2 port of Elden Ring, which was reportedly delayed from a previous release window to improve performance.
Additionally, Square Enix is expected to have a presence, with rumors suggesting The Adventures of Elliott: The Millennium Tales could make an appearance. There is also speculation that the Kingdom Hearts series might finally receive native versions for Nintendo platforms, moving away from the criticized cloud versions currently available.
Oh, and the publisher may also take the opportunity to remind everyone that its upcoming online murder mystery multiplayer game, Killer Inn, will have a free-to-play period starting February 6th — the day after the show — and perhaps something new on the recently announced return of Life is Strange.
Capcom’s Potential Powerhouse Lineup
Capcom is rumored to be a major player in this showcase, with several titles potentially on the horizon.
Expected highlights include updates for Resident Evil Requiem, as well as possible ports of Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil 8.
Other Capcom-related speculation points toward Monster Hunter Stories 3, Pragmata, or even a port of Monster Hunter Wilds.
Other Third-Party Highlights and Expectations
Beyond the major publishers, several other titles have been linked to the event through rumors and leaks. These include:
- Duskbloods and 007 First Light.
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
- Onimusha: Way of the Sword.
While some analysts expect a standard mix of JRPGs and farming simulators, the inclusion of high-profile “heavy hitters” for the Switch 2 hardware is a major point of interest for this specific presentation.
How to Watch the Transmission
Like we mentioned above, the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase will go live on Thursday, February 5, 2026. The broadcast is scheduled to air at 6am PT / 9am ET / 2pm GMT and is expected to run for roughly 30 minutes.
Fans can watch the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase live as it premieres on Nintendo’s official YouTube channels. Additionally, the stream will be available through the Nintendo Direct App for those who prefer to watch via integrated Nintendo services.
