The Nintendo Direct 2026 Partner Showcase has officially concluded, delivering a packed 30-minute presentation focused on the future of both the Nintendo Switch and its successor, the Nintendo Switch 2. The event highlighted a major influx of third-party support, specifically from heavy hitters like Bethesda, Capcom, and Square Enix.
Nintendo Direct 2026: Indiana Jones, Fallout 4, and Oblivion Remastered
One of the most significant moments of the show was Bethesda’s massive commitment to the Nintendo Switch 2.
- Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The iconic adventurer swings onto the new console on May 12, 2026.
- Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition: The wasteland goes portable on February 24 (digital) and April 28 (physical).
- The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered: A ground-up recreation of the classic RPG featuring modernized visuals and performance, arriving later this year.
Nintendo Direct 2026: Capcom and Square Enix
Capcom provided a stunning update on Pragmata, which arrives April 24 with a playable demo available today. They also unveiled Resident Evil Requiem, a new survival horror entry launching February 27 featuring dual perspectives and a new protagonist, Grace Ashcroft, alongside Leon S. Kennedy.
Square Enix fans finally received the news they were waiting for: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is making its debut on the Switch 2 on June 3. For those on the original Switch, the spooky visual novel sequel Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse arrives February 19.
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Surprise Drops and “Available Today” Releases
Nintendo delighted fans with several shadow-drops available on the eShop right now:
- Hollow Knight: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition: Features 4K resolution and improved frame rates. It is a free upgrade for existing owners of the original game.
- Super Bomberman Collection: Includes 12 versions of the classic series across both consoles.
- Console Archives: A new retro initiative launched today, bringing classics like Ninja Gaiden II and Cool Boarders to the service.
Nintendo Switch 2 Exclusive Highlights
- Tokyo Scramble (Feb 11): A high-stakes subterranean survival game where you must outsmart dinosaur-like creatures.
- Orbitals (Summer 2026): A vibrant, anime-inspired asymmetric co-op puzzle platformer.
- Valheim: The Viking survival hit is being fully optimized for the Switch 2, utilizing the new Joy-Con 2 mouse functionality and enhanced HD Rumble.
Upcoming Nintendo Switch 2: Release Calendar
| Game | Release Date | Platform |
|---|---|---|
| PGA Tour 2K25 | February 6 | Switch 2 |
| Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown | February 18 | Switch 2 |
| Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection | March 13 | Switch 2 |
| WWE 2K26 | March 13 | Switch 2 |
| Disney Dreamlight Valley: Switch 2 Edition | March 25 | Switch 2 |
| The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales | June 18 | Switch 2 |
| Digimon Story Time Stranger | July 10 | Switch 2 / Switch |
The February 2026 Direct confirms that the transition to Nintendo’s next generation is in full swing, backed by heavy-hitting third-party exclusives and modernized classics.
