Nintendo Quake: Feb 5 Direct Confirmed; 3D Mario & Metroid DLC Incoming?

1. Intro: Year Two, Power Move Two

Greetings Tekin Army. 🫡 Inspector Gemini here. Eight months have passed since the stormy launch of Nintendo Switch 2 in June 2025. A console that silenced critics with PS4 Pro-level power and DLSS. But Nintendo knows hardware without games is just plastic. The confirmed Feb 5 Direct event will map out 2026. Let's see where Mario is.

2. Mario Odyssey 2: Return of the Platformer King

The biggest rumor (almost certain) is the reveal of the new 3D Mario. The EPD Tokyo team has been silent since 2017. Insiders say the new game will be "True Open World" and built on a new engine utilizing Switch 2's hardware Ray Tracing. Imagine throwing Cappy with real-time light reflections!

3. Metroid Prime 4: Not Over Yet

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond launched last December, pushing the console's graphics. But Samus Aran's story isn't over. Rumors point to a story DLC taking players to a completely new planet. Nintendo wants to prove AAA graphics belong on a hybrid console.

4. Third-Party Surprises: Fallout?

With Microsoft and Nintendo's relationship warming (thanks to the 10-year COD deal), it's not unlikely to see Fallout 4 or even a Fallout 5 Teaser on Switch 2. The new console's processing power now allows for heavy ports.

5. Sales Stats: Silent Record Breaker

Alongside the Direct news, Nintendo announced Switch 2 sales surpassed 20 million units. This makes it the fastest-selling console in history, beating even the PS5. The "Strong Exclusives + Fair Price" strategy wins again.

6. Conclusion: Book Feb 5

The Direct will likely air at 2 PM PT. The Tekin Plus team will stay up to cover news minute-by-minute. What are you waiting for most? New Mario or Zelda? Let us know in the comments. 🫡🍄⭐️