Nintendo Officially Announces Partner Showcase Direct for This Week
Nintendo has confirmed that its next Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase will take place this week on Thursday, February 5, 2026. The presentation will be a focused livestream highlighting third-party games coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, rather than a broader general Direct featuring first-party Nintendo franchises.
The broadcast is scheduled to begin at 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET / 2 PM GMT, with viewers able to watch via Nintendo’s official YouTube channels and the Nintendo Today app.
A new #NintendoDirect Partner Showcase livestream is on the way! Tune in tomorrow, Feb 5, at 6am PT for roughly 30 minutes of upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch games.
Watch here: https://t.co/BcCgVs6ozj pic.twitter.com/fYhkHPRnbJ
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) February 4, 2026
What Is a Partner Showcase?
A Partner Showcase Direct is a shorter Nintendo livestream dedicated primarily to games developed or published by external partners, focusing on titles arriving soon for Switch and Switch 2. Unlike a full Nintendo Direct — which often covers first-party games and major franchise news — the Partner Showcase highlights:
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Upcoming third-party releases
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Ports and remasters
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Titles from external developers with Switch support
During the July 2025 Partner Showcase, Nintendo spotlighted games like Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, Monster Hunter Stories 3, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and Star Wars Outlaws, showcasing the variety of content partner presentations can bring.
When and Where to Watch
The Partner Showcase will stream live on:
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YouTube on Nintendo’s official channels
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Nintendo Today app and website
Start times (local clocks may vary):
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North America: 6 AM PT / 9 AM ET
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UK: 2 PM GMT
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Europe: 3 PM CET / 4 PM EET
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Asia/Oceania: Various evening slots depending on region
Why This Matters
This official announcement confirms earlier insider reports suggesting a February 5 Direct focused on third-party announcements and updates. With the Switch 2 lineup continuing to grow, the Partner Showcase is expected to deliver news on upcoming titles, trailers, gameplay reveals, and possibly release windows for major partner games still unannounced or pending details.