The information was confirmed by several sources. NateTheHate2 (NateDrake) on X initially stated: "I don't know the format," but after one of the users pointed out that GameXplain had suggested a presentation for partners, he added:
And he is right. Next week's Direct will be a Partner Direct Showcase.
Andre from GameXplain also heard about a similar presentation.
Nate clarified on the podcast:
According to my information, the first Direct of 2026 will take place in the first week of February, approximately on Thursday, February 5.
He noted that the date has not been finally confirmed and may change.
It feels like a consensus is forming around the first week of February.
Taken together, this information points to the likely format and date. Nintendo has not officially announced a Direct.