After weeks of rumors and anticipation, Nintendo has officially confirmed the July 2025 Nintendo Direct—though with a twist. The event will be a Partner Showcase rather than a full-fledged Direct, focusing primarily on third-party titles for both the original Switch and the upcoming Switch 2.

Reliable insiders had long suggested that Nintendo would host a Direct before the end of July 2025, and the company's announcement has now validated those claims. However, many fans were hoping for a traditional Direct featuring first-party Nintendo games, making the Partner Showcase reveal somewhat underwhelming for some.

The Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase is scheduled for July 31 at 6 AM PT and will run for approximately 25 minutes. According to Nintendo, the event will highlight upcoming games from publishing partners, meaning fans shouldn't expect major updates on first-party titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond or Splatoon Raiders.

While the Partner Showcase may bring exciting third-party announcements, the absence of first-party reveals has left some fans disappointed. With Drag x Drive set to launch on August 14, the lineup of Switch 2 exclusives remains sparse, and anticipated titles like Kirby Air Riders and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment still lack confirmed release dates.

Despite the Partner Showcase's focus on third-party games, Nintendo will likely host another Direct later in the year—possibly in September—to outline its fall release schedule. Currently, only Pokemon Legends: Z-A has a confirmed launch window, leaving fans eager for updates on other major titles.

Additionally, Nintendo may soon begin teasing its 2026 lineup to maintain momentum for the Switch 2. With several high-profile games still without release dates, the coming months could bring significant announcements to keep the fanbase engaged.

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