Third-party heavyweights headline the latest Nintendo showcase as next-gen hardware support takes center stage
Nintendo has pulled back the curtain on a significant wave of third-party support for its upcoming Nintendo Switch successor. The February 2026 Partner Showcase highlighted a strong commitment from industry giants like Bethesda, Capcom, and Square Enix, confirming that major franchises will be making their way to the next-generation console alongside continued support for the original Nintendo Switch.
The presentation focused on a diverse range of titles, from remastered classics to brand-new exclusive experiences designed to leverage the increased power of the new hardware.
Bethesda and MachineGames Bring Iconic Franchises
One of the biggest announcements of the showcase came from Bethesda and MachineGames, confirming that Indiana Jones and the Great Circle will launch on Nintendo Switch 2 on May 12, 2026. Set in 1937, the game places players in the boots of the legendary archaeologist in an original story set between the events of Raiders of the Lost Ark and The Last Crusade. Players will use Indy’s iconic whip and sharp wits to uncover the secrets of the Great Circle, traveling from the halls of Marshall College to the ancient sunken temples of Sukhothai.
Todd Howard, Studio Head & Creative Director of Bethesda Softworks, commented on the partnership: "We have long been fans of Nintendo and the incredible community they have built. The original Nintendo Switch has been an incredible partner for our games, and with the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, we are excited to bring even more of our worlds to this personal, powerful platform. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is an adventure like no other, and we can’t wait for Nintendo fans to experience it."
Bethesda's presence doesn't stop with Indy. Fallout 4: Anniversary Edition is slated for a digital release on February 24th, with a physical edition arriving on April 28th. This celebratory edition includes all six official add-ons and over 150 pieces of Creation Club content, offering the most complete version of the Wasteland to date. Additionally, a ground-up remaster of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion was announced for a 2026 release. Meticulously recreated from scratch, the remaster promises stunning visuals and performance enhancements for the 2006 Game of the Year, including the Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine expansions.
Capcom and Square Enix Reveal Next-Gen Milestones
Capcom shared new details on Resident Evil Requiem, confirming it will launch on February 27th. This latest entry follows FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and series veteran Leon S. Kennedy through intertwining narratives. The game emphasizes immersion, allowing players to switch freely between first- and third-person perspectives while tackling intense survival-horror challenges.
On the sci-fi front, Capcom also detailed PRAGMATA, set for an April 24th release. Players control spacefarer Hugh Williams and an android named Diana as they attempt to escape a lunar research station. The gameplay features a unique hacking twist where Diana creates openings in enemy armor for Hugh to exploit with his heavy weaponry.
Square Enix confirmed that FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH will arrive on Nintendo Switch 2 on June 3, 2026. The expansive journey sees Cloud Strife and his party move beyond the city of Midgar into a massive world, featuring Chocobo riding and sweeping plains as they hunt for the elusive Sephiroth.
Exclusive and Indie Highlights
The showcase also revealed several unique projects tailored for the new hardware:
- Orbitals: A Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive intergalactic co-op puzzle platformer. Featuring a retro-anime aesthetic, players control Maki and Omura as they navigate the deadly "Storm Wall" to save their home.
- TOKYO SCRAMBLE: A survival-action game arriving February 11th. Set deep beneath Japan, players control Anne as she uses stealth and strategy to escape subterranean caverns overrun by "Zino," mysterious prehistoric creatures.
- REANIMAL: Arriving February 13th, this co-op mystery horror from the creators of Little Nightmares tasks players with escaping unimaginable horrors to rescue their friends.
- Hollow Knight – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition: A special version of the indie classic featuring higher resolution and improved frame rates, launching as a free upgrade for existing Switch owners.
- The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales: A new ARPG from the team behind Octopath Traveler, following Elliot and his fairy companion Faie across four distinct ages.
Full Showcase Lineup Summary
With a massive volume of announcements, here is a quick look at other titles featured during the presentation:
- Resident Evil Requiem (Feb 27): Dual-protagonist survival horror.
- Valheim (2026): Viking survival optimized for Switch 2 with Joy-Con 2 mouse support.
- Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown (Feb 18): A command simulator puts you in charge of the U.S.S. Voyager.
- Digimon Story Time Stranger (July 10): A strategic RPG with over 450 Digimon and non-linear evolution paths.
- MONSTER HUNTER STORIES 3: TWISTED REFLECTION (March 13): A turn-based RPG where players raise "Monsties" to restore a collapsed natural order.
- Tales of ARISE – Beyond the Dawn Edition (May 22): The acclaimed RPG arrives on Switch 2 with its expansive story of liberation.
- Disney Dreamlight Valley – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition (March 25): Improved graphics and performance for the magical life-sim.
- SUPER BOMBERMAN COLLECTION (Available Today): Featuring seven titles and localized versions of Super Bomberman 4 and 5.
- PGA TOUR 2K25 (Feb 6) & WWE 2K26 (March 13): Next-gen sports titles bringing massive rosters and high-fidelity physics to the platform.
- Goat Simulator 3 (April 1): Atmospheric chaos and headbutting, solo or with friends.
- Kyoto Xanadu (Summer): An alternate-reality RPG set in a monster-filled labyrinth beneath Kyoto.
- Console Archives: Classic titles like Ninja Gaiden II and Cool Boarders are joining the service starting today.
