Nintendo has officially announced its first showcase of 2026. Read on for the full event schedule and the titles to expect from the showcase.
Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase February 2026 Announcements at a Glance
Biggest Announcements
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Will Release a Demo Today
Orbitals Launches Into Space in Summer 2026
PRAGMATA Reveals More Gameplay and Switch 2 Demo Ahead Of April 24 Release
Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition Launches February 24, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2
New Reveals
Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse Plunges Into the Nintendo Switch on February 19, 2026
Kyoto Xanadu Releases Summer 2026
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters Launching in 2026
eFootball Kick Off Coming This Summer
SUPER BOMBERMAN COLLECTION Available on Switch 2 Later Today
Release Dates and New Trailers
Resident Evil Requiem Launches February 27
Coming to the Nintendo Switch 2
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Coming To Switch 2 in 2026
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on May 12, 2026
Digimon Story: Time Stranger Launches on Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 on July 10, 2026
Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth Launches on Switch 2 on June 3, 2026
Hollow Knight: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Launches Later Today
Granblue Fantasy: ReLink - Endless Ragnarok Coming To Switch 2 on July 9
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Launching on June 18, 2026
Turok: Origins Launches this Fall 2026
Valheim Coming To Switch 2 This 2026
Tokyo Scramble Exclusively Launches on Switch 2 this February 11, 2026
Other Games Coming to Switch 2
Other Announcements
New Arcade Archives 2 and Console Archives Games Announced for Switch 2
Biggest Announcements
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Will Release a Demo Today
Step into a world on the brink of war between Azuria and Vermeil as the Crystal Enroachment approaches in Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. Take on the role of a rider and the heir of Azuriawith a special Rathalos to investigate these strange phenomena and rescue endangered monster eggs
The game features an evolved combat system where players can swap Monsties mid-exploration and utilize different types of weapons. They can also unlock special and powerful abilities through the Rite of Channeling and Habitat Restoration.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on March 13, 2026. A demo will be released on the eShop today, with the feature to transfer save data over to the full game.
Orbitals Launches Into Space in Summer 2026
Orbitals provided a deeper look at the retro space co-op adventure and also announced that it will launch this Summer 2026. The latest trailer revealed new asymmetrical mechanics, including tools like the Scraphook and Liquid Launcher, alongside the game's distinctive 90s retro-anime art style.
The game remains a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive, highlighting the features it has with the handheld console. One of which is its GameShare function that allows users of the original Nintendo Switch to join the co-op action locally with a Switch 2 host. Aside from these
Orbitals is set to be released exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2 in Summer 2026.
PRAGMATA Reveals More Gameplay and Switch 2 Demo Ahead Of April 24 Release
PRAGMATA graces the Nintendo Direct with the game’s iconic Hugh-Diana tandem, showing off the duo’s combat mechanics. Take down hostile androids with Diana’s hacking techniques and Hugh’s expertise in using firearms.
Explore the vast lunar space station and find a way back home to Earth. Uncover the secrets behind the anomalies spread across the area and survive the onslaught of crazed robots.
PRAGAMATA launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 on April 24, 2026. A demo for the Nintendo Switch 2 release is now available.
There will also be an exclusive Diana amiibo launching on the same day as the game’s release, dropping in-game items when scanned.
Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition Launches February 24, 2026, for the Nintendo Switch 2
Scavenge, shoot, build, and form alliances in the vast wasteland of Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition. In addition to the base game, this new edition will include the six original DLC expansions and 150+ Club Creation items.
Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2, digitally on February 24, 2026, and physically on April 28, 2026. Pre-orders on the eShop will be available later today.
New Releases
Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse Plunges Into the Nintendo Switch on February 19, 2026
Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse is a sequel to the highly acclaimed horror-mystery visual novel Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo. The game will follow a new protagonist, Yuza, a pearl diver who encounters a mysterious doppelganger in the ocean. It launches on February 19, 2026, with pre-orders being available starting later today.
Kyoto Xanadu Releases Summer 2026
Kyoto Xanadu is an urban myth action RPG from Nihon Falcom, serving as the spiritual successor to the cult classic Tokyo Xanadu. Set in an alternate reality where Kyoto serves as Japan's capital, the game follows a student named Rei who is thrust into a double life after joining Hirasaka Academy.
Its gameplay blends side-scrolling exploration that pays homage to classic Xanadu titles, with fully 3D action combat for large-scale boss encounters. Players must also engage with their daily high school activities and form deep social bonds to raise stats that will be vital in conquering the Great Labyrinth of Xanadu.
Kyoto Xanadu is set to be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch in Summer 2026.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters Launching in 2026
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters kicks off its debut on the Nintendo Switch, with 110 playable characters from 22 teams. Shots from the original work have been recreated in the game, along with brand-new special moves that boost passes, blocks, dribbles, and tackles.
Aim for victory when Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters releases in 2026 on the Nintendo Switch.
eFootball Kick Off Coming This Summer
Aim to be the best in the world here at eFootball Kick Off! Take on the pitch solo or with friends in this exciting brand of football. Create the greatest club in World Tour mode and compete against the top teams from all around the globe.
Conquer other countries in the International Cup and celebrate the football festival with different national teams. Newcomers can jump right into the action with a streamlined 6-a-side soccer mode that creates frequent goal-scoring opportunities. The game also features a dedicated "Rank" system that evaluates your performance, allowing you to rise through the tiers as your skills improve.
eFootball Kick Off! Is set to be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 this summer.
SUPER BOMBERMAN COLLECTION Available on Switch 2 Later Today
The classic party battle title returns with SUPER BOMBERMAN COLLECTION. Featuring seven titles across 12 different versions, this massive compilation includes the highly anticipated first-ever localized releases of SUPER BOMBERMAN 4 and SUPER BOMBERMAN 5.
This definitive set is packed with modern enhancements, such as a brand-new BOSS RUSH mode, helpful support features, and comprehensive digital libraries for fans to explore. With Switch 2’s GameShare functionality, players can team up with 3 others to join in the explosive combat.
The SUPER BOMBERMAN COLLECTION is available digitally on the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch later today. A physical version is slated to launch in August 2026.
Release Dates and New Trailers
Resident Evil Requiem Launches February 27
Resident Evil Requiem (RE9) begins a new era of survival horror. Players immerse themselves as Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst, and the returning series’ fan-favorite character, Leon S. Kennedy.
Both Grace and Leon are instrumental in the game’s thrilling narrative, as players cycle through their differing gameplay styles to overcome challenges. The game offers varying difficulty modes that would best suit any type of gamer, as well as the option to switch from first-person to third-person perspective.
Furthermore, Capcom is collaborating with Nintendo for the exclusive Resident Evil Requiem Switch 2 Pro Controller, which will also be released the same day as the game. Pre-orders for the controller and RE9 are now available on the Nintendo eShop.
Resident Evil Requiem is set to be released on February 27 on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Coming to Nintendo Switch 2
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Coming To Switch 2 in 2026
Step into the world of Cyrodiil with fully refined graphics in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. This remaster improves upon the classic 2006 Game of the Year title with updated visuals and enhanced gameplay.
This version of the game includes all previously released story expansions, which include the Shivering Isles, Knights of the Nine, and more.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 physically and digitally in 2026.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Launches on Nintendo Switch 2 on May 12, 2026
Uncover one of history’s greatest mysteries and embark on a globe-trotting adventure as legendary explorer Indiana Jones in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. This first-person action-adventure game takes place between the films Raiders of the Lost Ark and Indiana Jones: The Last Crusade and sees players take control of Indy as he travels from the Pyramids of Giza to the Sunken Temples of Sukothai to investigate the Great Circle, a mysterious connection between 17 historical sites all over the world that yields great power. The game will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on May 12, 2026.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger Launches on Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 on July 10, 2026
Save the human and digital world from the brink of collapse by travelling through space and time in Digimon Story TIme Stranger. Featuring over 450 Digimon, players can round up their team and help avert both worlds’ grim fate.
Continuing the classic turn-based combat of the hit Digimon Story series, Time Stranger improves upon its predecessors with all-new digivolution lines and improved graphics. Currently launched on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, Bandai Namco aims to bring the game to Nintendo devices.
Digimon Story Time Stranger is set to be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch on July 10, 2026. Pre-orders will be opened later today on the Nintendo eShop.
Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth Launches on Switch 2 on June 3, 2026
Relive the legend as Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth, the second game in the Final Fantasy VII remake series, comes to Nintendo Switch 2 on June 3, 2026. Join Cloud Strife and his lovable crew of friends in the middle of their perilous journey across the Planet. Fresh off their escape from Midgar, the team travels all across the world to fight off the mysterious Sephiroth and the inescapable Shinra Corporation, all while uncovering the mysteries of Cloud’s past.
This port of Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth follows the recent arrival of Final Fantasy VII: Remake onto the Nintendo Switch 2. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth uses the same action-RPG combat and gameplay as its predecessor, but players can now freely explore the Planet as an open-world full of secrets to discover, sidequests to complete, and baby Chocobos to pet.
Hollow Knight: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition Launches Later Today
The beloved Metroidvania Hollow Knight will be receiving a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 version, which supports higher resolutions, faster frame rates, and quality of life changes. The Switch 2 version launches later today, and players who own the original Switch version can receive a free upgrade.
Granblue Fantasy: ReLink - Endless Ragnarok Coming To Switch 2 on July 9
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok is an upgraded re-release of Cygames’ acclaimed 2024 action RPG. Players lead the Captain’s crew through the Zegagrande Skydom to face a new apocalyptic threat.
Featuring over 20 playable characters, this upcoming title boasts a new era of skyfaring adventure. Furthermore, players can team with up to three others locally and four online, engaging in multiplayer action while fighting immense bosses and hordes of enemies.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok launches on the Nintendo Switch 2 on July 9, 2026.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales Launching on June 18, 2026
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales will take players on a journey through four different explorable time periods. Besides Elliot’s present time, these ages explore various points in humanity’s history: the brink of near extinction, the advancement of magic, and the birth of its civilization. Each age will change the scenery and people in Elliot’s hometown, and obtain weapons and magic unique to the respective timelines.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales will launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 18, 2026.
Turok: Origins Launches this Fall 2026
Turok: Origins, the intergalactic action shooter, finally returns with more gameplay footage. Stop an alien threat with either solo or online co-op play to battle dangerous, otherworldly creatures. You can also swap between first-person and third-person perspectives to engage in combat. Extracting DNA from fallen enemies or the environment will let you upgrade your arsenal and mantle, which would unlock abilities called Echosyncs to turn the tides of battle.
Turok: Origins will launch this Fall 2026 on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Valheim Coming To Switch 2 This 2026
Valheim brings its Viking survival gameplay to the Nintendo Switch 2 later this year. With the vast, open-world optimized for Nintendo’s latest handheld console, developer Iron Gate Studio also implemented the Switch 2’s Joy-Con 2 mouse functionality in the game.
Players can brave the monster-infested realm alone or with nine other allies through online play. Emerge victorious in epic mythical battles and build mighty Viking walls in this epic sandbox survival title.
Valheim is set to launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The game is currently available for Early Access on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.
Tokyo Scramble Exclusively Launches on Switch 2 this February 11, 2026
Tokyo Scramble is a monster survival-puzzle-action game, where a girl named Anne must navigate through an underground ecosystem underneath Tokyo, which is sprawling with dinosaur-like creatures called Zino. Players must analyze the Zinos’ patterns, activate traps, and escape using the best possible route.
By using the Nintendo Switch 2’s GameShare function, up to four players can share the controls, and each take charge of Anne’s movement, actions, apps, and camera, in local or online co-op.
Tokyo Scramble will exclusively launch on the Nintendo Switch 2 this February 11, 2026. Pre-orders will begin later after the Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase.
Other Games Coming to Switch 2
The Nintendo Partner Direct sizzle reel showed off a plethora of upcoming games for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 consoles, from comic-inspired beat-em-ups like Scott Pilgrim EX to horror games like Reanimal, and even sports games like WWE 2K26. Here’s a full list of all the games that were briefly shown during this Direct’s sizzle montage:
⚫︎ Scott Pilgrim: EX
⚫︎ Another Eden Begins
⚫︎ Reanimal
⚫︎ WWE 2K26
⚫︎ Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown
⚫︎ Disney Dreamlight Valley: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
⚫︎ PGA Tour 2K25
⚫︎ Culdcept BEGINS: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
⚫︎ Goat Simulator 3
⚫︎ Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun
⚫︎ Tales of ARISE - Beyond the Dawn Edition
Other Announcements
New Arcade Archives 2 and Console Archives Games Announced for Switch 2
Arcade Archives 2 bolsters its classic lineup with the inclusion of Arcade Archives 2 Rave Racer for Nintendo Switch 2 and Arcade Archives Rave Racer for Nintendo Switch, coming on February 26, 2026.
Meanwhile, players can now experience a vintage home console experience with Console Archives. New titles arriving include Console Archives NINJA GAIDEN II: THE DARK SWORD OF CHAOS and Console Archives Cool Boarders, which both will be available on the Switch 2 later today.
Other titles to be added later on the Console Archives lineup are Doraemon and SONIC WINGS Special.
Everything We Know About Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase February 2026
Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase 2026 Schedule
Nintendo has officially announced a Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase presentation for February 2026. The event was aired Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 6:00 A.M. PT / 9:00 A.M. ET.
Fans tuned in via the Nintendo of America official YouTube channel and through the Nintendo Today! app. The presentation is lasted 30 minutes and focused on high-profile third-party software scheduled to launch during the first half of the year.
Kindly refer to the table below for the event’s streaming schedule in your local timezone:
| Region | Local Release Time |
|---|---|
| United States (ET) | Thursday, February 5, 2026, 9:00 a.m. |
| United States (PT) | Thursday, February 5, 2026, 6:00 a.m. |
| United Kingdom | Thursday, February 5, 2026, 2:00 p.m. |
| Central Europe | Thursday, February 5, 2026, 3:00 p.m. |
| New Zealand | Friday, February 6, 2026, 3:00 a.m. |
| Australian East Coast | Friday, February 6, 2026, 12:00 a.m. |
| Australian West Coast | Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:00 p.m. |
| Japan | Thursday, February 5, 2026, 11:00 p.m. |
| Philippines | Thursday, February 5, 2026, 10:00 p.m. |
| South Africa | Thursday, February 5, 2026, 4:00 p.m. |
| Brazil | Thursday, February 5, 2026, 11:00 a.m. |
| Universal Time (UTC) | Thursday, February 5, 2026, 2:00 p.m. |
Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase February 2026 | What Games to Expect
When it comes to Nintendo Directs, part of the fun is trying to figure out what might show up. Fans always have their wishlists, but there are also some fairly safe bets based on what were previously announced or teased over the past few months. Looking at the calendar of upcoming releases, a few titles stand out as likely candidates for more than just a passing mention. Although we don’t know exactly what the showcase will cover, it’s reasonable to expect updates on games that are already on the horizon.
Typically, Nintendo uses Partner Showcases to highlight major third-party reveals or provide deep dives into titles that are nearing their launch windows. If a project is targeting the first half of 2026, this is the stage where it will likely appear.
The Duskbloods Release Date Trailer is a Possibility
FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods is at the top of everyone’s list. Ever since its debut during the Switch 2 Nintendo Direct in April 2025 details have been surprisingly scarce. As a Switch 2 exclusive that has reportedly been in development for over seven years, the hype is massive.
If the game is still targeting its 2026 release window, this Showcase is the perfect moment to drop a release date. FromSoftware games command a massive audience; Nintendo will likely want to show off the game's PvPvE "Bloodsworn" mechanics to prove exactly what the Switch 2 hardware can do. Even a brief gameplay segment featuring the game's gothic combat would be enough to dominate the conversation post-show.
Elden Ring Switch 2 Port Needs a Redemption
Alongside The Duskbloods, there’s Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition, the Switch 2 port of one of the last decade’s most talked-about games. We already know it exists on Nintendo’s hybrid console, but a Direct would be the perfect place to finally see it in action after being lambasted by critics and fans alike for its poor performance during Gamescom last year. The game was delayed due to this.
This Partner Showcase would be the perfect opportunity for FromSoftware to show off a more stable build. Even a short gameplay clip showing Shadow of the Erdtree content running smoothly at a locked 30 or 60 FPS would go a long way in restoring confidence for this massive cross-platform release.
Project M from Bloober Team Could be a Surprise Reveal
Another one that could be revealed for the Partner Showcase is Project M, Bloober Team's Nintendo-exclusive horror game currently in development. Bloober Team CEO Piotr Babieno described the project as something that fans of Resident Evil, Silent Hill, Limbo, and Eternal Darkness will feel instantly at home with, while teasing a "bold twist" that no horror game has explored before. Babieno also emphasized that the game's concept is a "vision that could only exist on Nintendo hardware," which could possibly mean that it may take advantage of one of the Switch 2's unique features.
Very little else is known publicly, but Bloober has previously stated that Project M has a smaller budget than its other releases, yet remains important to the studio's plans and is being developed in collaboration with other developers.
FF7 Rebirth Switch 2 Port Could Make an Appearance
There is also a strong possibility that a Switch 2 port of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth could appear. Naoki Hamaguchi himself has confirmed that his team is working on getting the second game in the remake trilogy on the hybrid console, and they’re exploring how to bring the third game as well.
Porting these titles has been difficult due to the technical demands and the massive scope of the series; however, Square Enix has been vocal about their commitment to making these experiences playable on Switch 2, especially following the success of Final Fantasy VII Remake on the platform.
Red Dead Redemption 2 Switch 2 Port Might Get Announced
Rockstar’s first Red Dead Redemption received a native Switch 2 port in December 2025, and that port included modern features like 60 FPS support and other enhancements. That successful release naturally leads to a question about Red Dead Redemption 2, the follow-up that many fans consider one of the best open-world games ever made.
Although there hasn’t been an official announcement from Rockstar about a Switch 2 version, the fact that the first one came out and was supported with modern features makes it a candidate for at least a mention or a portion in the Partner Showcase.
More Updates for Previously Announced Switch and Switch 2 Games
Outside the potential for new ports, there are a handful of newer games that would be great candidates for more coverage. Professor Layton and the New World of Steam is one of the bigger reveals from the February 2023 Nintendo Direct, and since it was recently delayed to 2026, a proper gameplay segment could reassure fans during the wait. Similarly, The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales has a publicly available demo, but hasn’t had much visibility since September of last year, so a brief update or release window would fit nicely in a Partner Showcase. Other third‑party projects like Orbitals and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle have been confirmed for Switch 2 in 2026 and could get trailers or release details here as well.
The first quarter of 2026 is already looking exceptionally busy for Nintendo's new hybrid console, and this Direct should help fill in the remaining gaps. With Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly set to haunt the system on March 12 and Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection launching just a day later on March 13, the momentum for third-party support is at an all time high. Perhaps most exciting is what many dub as Capcom's "Resident Evil Triple Threat," which would see native versions of Resident Evil 7, Village, and the brand-new Resident Evil Requiem all arriving on the system this month.
By the time the Direct wraps up, we should have a much better sense of the third-party slate that will help carry Nintendo’s hybrid console through the rest of 2026.
What is a Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase?
A Nintendo Partner Showcase is a type of Nintendo Direct presentation that focuses mainly on third-party games. These showcases provide updates on upcoming games from companies like Capcom, Square Enix, Sega, Bandai Namco, and even indie developers. Nintendo usually hosts one to three Partner Showcases per year, depending on release timing and partner lineups. In practice, they tend to be shorter than full Nintendo Directs, but they’ve still delivered major reveals in the past.
