Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase February 2026 All Announcements
Nintendo, at its Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase event in February 2026, focused less on first-party games and more on third-party titles coming to the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. The event showcased a wide range of titles coming to the console throughout 2026, from RPGs and action games to horror and sports.
Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase February 2026 Announcements
The presentation, which offered a closer look at the technical power of the Switch 2, featured both new game announcements and enhanced versions of beloved titles. Here are all the games announced at the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase February 2026 and their release details.
Orbitals
Opening the event, Orbitals was introduced as a two-player co-op focused science fiction adventure. Players interact with the environment while exploring areas using different vehicles and can spend time with cute pets during their journey. Orbitals will be released for Nintendo Switch 2 in Summer 2026.
Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse
A sequel to Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo, released in 2023, this game takes players to a mysterious island. Featuring a mermaid curse and bizarre twinning events, the game stands out with its multiple character perspectives and intense horror scenes. The game will be released for Nintendo Switch on February 19, 2026.
Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters
The exaggerated and action-packed world of anime football returns with Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters. Offering fast-paced matches, special moves, and visually stunning animations, the game will be available for Nintendo Switch in 2026.
Tokyo Scramble
Set in a dangerous underground world discovered beneath Tokyo, Tokyo Scramble focuses on stealth and trap-setting mechanics rather than combat. Supporting up to four players, each player can experience a different aspect of the story. The game will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 on February 11, 2026.
Valheim
The Viking-themed survival game Valheim is finally coming to Nintendo platforms. Known for its cold climates, exploration, and building mechanics, the game will support up to 10 players online. Valheim will be released on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.
Hollow Knight: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Hollow Knight is being re-released with an enhanced version exclusive to Switch 2. Offering improved visuals and higher frame rates, this version makes the game smoother. The upgrade pack is free for players who own the game, and it is available on Nintendo Switch 2 starting today.
eFootball Kick-Off!
eFootball Kick-Off! brings the classic football experience to Nintendo Switch 2. Players can create their own clubs and compete in online matches. The game will be released for Nintendo Switch 2 in Summer 2026.
The Adventure of Elliot: The Millennium Tales
This RPG from Square Enix invites players on an adventure through four different eras. Changing environments in each era and spells usable only during specific periods form the core mechanics of the game. The title will be released for Nintendo Switch 2 on June 18, 2026.
Super Bomberman Collection
The Super Bomberman Collection brings together classic Bomberman games in a single package. Featuring some previously unreleased games, the collection also offers a new boss rush mode. The game is released today for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, with a physical release in August 2026.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
The second game in the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, Rebirth continues Cloud and his team’s fight against Shinra. This story-driven game will be released for Nintendo Switch 2 on June 3, 2026.
Pragmata
Pragmata focuses on a battle between an android and a malevolent artificial intelligence. Instead of directly destroying enemies, hacking mechanics are crucial for gaining an advantage. The game will be released for Nintendo Switch 2 on April 24, 2026, with a demo also released on the same day.
Turok: Origins
Combining science fiction and dinosaur themes, Turok: Origins is promoted as a co-op game. Players can collect resources and improve their abilities while fighting enemies together as a team. The game will be released for Nintendo Switch 2 in Fall 2026.
Kyoto Xanadu
Kyoto Xanadu is announced as an RPG set in modern Japan that blends fantasy elements with everyday life. Players will both fight monsters and spend time on social interactions. The game will be released in Summer 2026 for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
Digimon Story Time Stranger
Digimon Story Time Stranger offers players the opportunity to explore both the human world and the Digi World with its story that takes them back in time. Featuring over 450 Digimon, the game will be released on July 10, 2026 for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok
Granblue Fantasy: Relink – Endless Ragnarok expands the action RPG experience with over 20 playable characters and powerful summonable beings. The game will be released on July 9, 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
The Monster Hunter series, which takes a story-driven approach to the Monster Hunter universe, returns with its third game. This time, the focus is on monsters on the brink of extinction and the riders trying to save them. The game will be released on March 13, 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2.
Resident Evil Requiem
Resident Evil Requiem returns to the series’ horror roots with two different characters and two different gameplay approaches. Players can choose between first-person or third-person cameras. The game will be released on February 27, 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2.
Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition
Fallout 4 is coming to Switch 2 with its Anniversary Edition. With its open world, expansions, and enhanced content, it will offer players a long adventure in the Commonwealth. The game will be released for Nintendo Switch 2 on February 24, 2026.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle was officially announced at the event despite leaks. Named Eurogamer’s 2024 Game of the Year, the game centers on action and exploration. It will be released for Nintendo Switch 2 on May 12, 2026.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
The classic RPG Oblivion is coming to Switch 2 with a remastered version. Including the main game and all expansions, this version will offer players the opportunity to get lost in Tamriel again. The game will be released for Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.
