Nintendo Rumored to Host New Nintendo Direct Focus on Third-Party Games Next Week

by Jonathan Dubinski January 30, 2026

written by Jonathan Dubinski January 30, 2026

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A Nintendo Direct focusing on third-party games is scheduled for February 5th, featuring upcoming titles for both the current Switch and its successor.
The Direct is expected to include more information about The Duskbloods, a rumored FromSoftware exclusive.
A PlayStation State of Play presentation is also rumored for February, but an exact date has not been announced yet.
Gamers should anticipate further announcements related to these presentations soon.

New Nintendo Direct Spotlights Third-Party Titles and The Duskbloods, Airing February 5th

A Nintendo Direct focusing on third-party games is expected next week, according to reports from NatetheHate on X (formerly Twitter) and GameXplain. The presentation, anticipated to showcase upcoming titles for both the current Switch and its successor, is rumored to air on Monday, February 5th. The Direct will reportedly include more information on The Duskbloods, the rumored FromSoftware exclusive. In related news, a PlayStation State of Play presentation is also rumored for February, though an exact date has not been announced. Gamers may anticipate further announcements soon.

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