Nintendo kicked off 2026 with its first official Direct of the year, and while this wasn’t a first-party blowout, the February Partner Showcase still packed a surprising amount of heat. Over roughly 30 minutes, Nintendo and its third-party partners outlined what’s coming to both the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo Switch 2, ranging from long-awaited ports to brand-new reveals and a few genuine “wait, that’s on Switch?” moments.

Here’s everything that was announced during the February 2026 Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, along with a quick breakdown of each title.

Orbitals – Summer 2026

Orbitals is a stylish sci-fi action title built around fast movement and momentum-driven combat. Players zip between celestial bodies, chaining traversal and attacks together in what looks like a slick blend of arcade action and modern indie design. It’s targeting a Summer 2026 release.

Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse

This narrative-driven horror experience leans heavily into Japanese urban legends and psychological tension. The Mermaid’s Curse expands on the Paranormasight universe, offering a darker mystery filled with branching choices, unsettling visuals, and story twists that hinge on player decisions.

Captain Tsubasa 2: World Fighters

The over-the-top football series returns with a sequel that cranks the anime spectacle even higher. Expect dramatic special moves, exaggerated physics, and an expanded roster of international teams as World Fighters aims to be bigger and flashier than its predecessor.

Tokyo Scramble

Tokyo Scramble appears to be a high-energy action game set in a neon-soaked version of modern Tokyo. Early footage suggests fast combat, chaotic city encounters, and a strong arcade feel, with a heavy emphasis on style and speed.

Valheim

The hit Viking survival game is finally making its way to Nintendo platforms. Valheim brings its procedurally generated worlds, co-op survival systems, and atmospheric exploration to Switch and Switch 2, offering a more portable way to brave its brutal Norse wilderness.

Hollow Knight – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition

Team Cherry’s beloved Metroidvania is getting a dedicated Switch 2 release. While full details were limited, the upgraded edition promises improved performance and visual enhancements, making it the definitive console version of Hollow Knight ahead of whatever comes next for the series.

eFootball Kick-off!

Konami’s free-to-play football series continues its push onto more platforms. This version appears designed as an accessible entry point, with streamlined modes and ongoing live updates tailored for Nintendo’s hardware.

The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales

This storybook-styled RPG blends classic fantasy with a modern presentation. Players follow Elliot across generations, with choices in one era shaping the world in the next. It’s a slower, narrative-focused experience aimed at fans of traditional JRPG storytelling.

Super Bomberman Collection

A massive compilation bringing together multiple Bomberman titles from across the franchise’s history. The collection emphasizes local and online multiplayer, making it a nostalgia-driven package built for party play.

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth

One of the biggest surprises of the show, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is coming to Nintendo platforms in a “Full Story” edition. This version is designed to deliver the complete narrative experience, marking a major moment for modern Final Fantasy on Nintendo hardware.

Pragmata

Capcom resurfaced Pragmata with a new look at its mysterious sci-fi world. Featuring a mix of action, exploration, and narrative intrigue, the game continues to position itself as one of Capcom’s most unusual upcoming projects.

Turok Origins

The Turok franchise returns with a reboot that leans into its prehistoric roots. Origins focuses on intense combat against dinosaurs and hostile environments, aiming to modernize the series while retaining its classic identity.

Kyoto Xanadu

A new entry connected to Falcom’s action-RPG lineage, Kyoto Xanadu blends fast-paced combat with urban fantasy elements. Set in a supernatural version of Kyoto, the game mixes dungeon crawling with character-driven storytelling.

Digimon Story: Time Stranger

The Digimon Story series continues with Time Stranger, a new RPG built around time-hopping mechanics. Players will raise and battle Digimon across multiple timelines, with narrative choices influencing how the story unfolds.

Granblue Fantasy Relink: Endless Ragnarok

This expanded version of Relink adds new content, challenges, and endgame activities. Endless Ragnarok is positioned as a substantial update rather than a simple port, aimed at players looking for deeper cooperative and solo content.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection

Capcom officially revealed the next entry in its Monster Hunter Stories sub-series. Twisted Reflection continues the turn-based RPG approach, introducing a darker tone, new monsters, and a heavier focus on narrative consequences.

Arcade Archives 2 – Rave Racer & Console Archives

Classic arcade racing fans are getting a treat with Rave Racer joining Arcade Archives 2. The Console Archives initiative was also highlighted, signalling continued support for preserving and re-releasing legacy titles.

Sizzle Reel Highlights

Nintendo closed out the middle of the show with a rapid-fire sizzle reel featuring Scott Pilgrim EX, Another Eden Begins, Reanimal, WWE 2K26, Disney Dreamlight Valley, PGA Tour 2K25, and several other third-party titles, confirming broad ongoing support from publishers.

Resident Evil Requiem

A new era of survival horror arrives with Resident Evil Requiem, the latest and most immersive entry yet in the iconic Resident Evil series. Experience bone-chilling survival horror with FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and dive into pulse-pounding action with legendary agent Leon S. Kennedy. Both their journeys and unique gameplay styles will intertwine in an unforgettable, heart-stopping experience. also new amiibo YAY

Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition

Bethesda is bringing Fallout 4 to Nintendo platforms in an Anniversary Edition that bundles the complete experience. This includes expansions and quality-of-life improvements, making it the most comprehensive version of the game yet.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

MachineGames’ Indiana Jones adventure is heading to Switch 2. Blending cinematic storytelling with first-person exploration and puzzle-solving, it’s one of the more ambitious third-party titles announced for Nintendo’s next system.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered

The showcase closed on a massive note with Oblivion Remastered. Bethesda’s classic RPG is returning with updated visuals and performance improvements, giving longtime fans and newcomers alike a chance to revisit one of the most influential open-world games ever made.

While this Partner Showcase didn’t focus on Nintendo’s own franchises, it made one thing very clear: third-party support for both Switch and Switch 2 in 2026 is deeper and more varied than ever. From indie darlings to full-scale RPG remasters, Nintendo’s year is already shaping up to be a busy one.