Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase Set for July 31 With Third-Party Game Reveals
Nintendo has announced another Direct presentation, this time focusing on games from its third-party partners. The showcase is scheduled for July 31 at 9 AM ET and will run for approximately 25 minutes. Fans can watch the stream live via Nintendo’s official channels.
Unlike traditional Nintendo Directs, this event will highlight upcoming Switch and potentially Switch 2 titles from external developers rather than first-party Nintendo games. That means announcements for highly anticipated exclusives like Metroid Prime 4 Beyond or Kirby Air Riders are unlikely. Instead, viewers can expect updates on projects from studios outside Nintendo.
One major topic of speculation is whether Call of Duty will finally make its way to Nintendo platforms. Microsoft previously committed to bringing the franchise to Switch as part of its acquisition of Activision Blizzard, but concrete details remain scarce. This Direct could be the perfect opportunity to reveal plans for CoD on Nintendo hardware.
Another game fans are desperate to hear about is Hollow Knight Silksong. Despite numerous showcases and events, the sequel to the beloved indie hit still lacks a confirmed release date. With Xbox confirming Silksong will be playable at Gamescom next month, there’s hope that this Direct could finally deliver the long-awaited launch announcement.
While expectations should be tempered for first-party reveals, the Partner Showcase promises fresh looks at upcoming third-party titles. Whether it’s new ports, surprise collaborations, or finally some clarity on Silksong, Nintendo fans will want to tune in. The event kicks off July 31 at 9 AM ET.
