The next Nintendo Direct is widely expected to air Thursday, February 5, 2026 , during the first week of February.

What’s expected

  • Multiple insiders and outlets (including NateTheHate, IGN‑style coverage, and Gamespot‑style reporting) point to a Partner Direct‑style showcase around February 3–5 , with February 5 as the most‑cited date.
  • The focus is expected to be on third‑party and partner titles for Switch 2 , rather than a big first‑party Nintendo‑led Direct.

How to watch

  • Nintendo usually streams Directs on its official YouTube channels (Nintendo of America / Nintendo Europe) and via the Nintendo Direct section on Nintendo’s website.
  • A short trailer or tweet from @NintendoAmerica or regional accounts typically drops a day or two before , so checking those accounts on February 3–4 is a good way to confirm the exact time and format.

Quick‑reference table

Detail| Expected / Rumored Info
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Date| February 5, 2026 (first week of February) 1359
Type| Partner Direct (third‑party / publisher‑led, not full Nintendo‑first‑party) 59
Where to watch| Nintendo YouTube channels and Nintendo Direct page 48
Status| Not yet officially confirmed by Nintendo; treat as strong rumor for now 139

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