A Nintendo Direct presentation is anticipated during the first week of February,according to industry insider Nate The Hate. Speaking on his podcast, Nate The Hate stated, “From what I have been told, the first Direct of 2026 will be held during the opening week of February.”
While initially uncertain about the event’s focus - whether it would showcase first-party titles or partner games – Nate The Hate clarified on January 29 via X (formerly Twitter) that the Direct will be a partner showcase. He specifically suggested February 5 as a potential date, though he acknowledged this was not yet definitively confirmed by his sources. He indicated he would provide updates if the timing changed.
Nate The Hate also noted a growing consensus among his contacts regarding the February timeframe for the presentation.
