Black Myth Wukong Rumored for Switch 2 Announcement at February 5 Nintendo Direct
Reliable leaker Nate the Hate claims Black Myth Wukong will be announced for Nintendo Switch 2 during the February 5 Partner Showcase. Here’s what we know about the rumored port.
Black Myth: Wukong might be making a surprise appearance on the Nintendo Switch 2, according to a leaker with a proven track record. If true, this would be one of the biggest third-party announcements for Nintendo’s new console yet.
The Leak: What Nate the Hate Is Predicting
On February 4, 2026, reputable gaming leaker Nate the Hate shared predictions for Nintendo’s upcoming Partner Showcase in a YouTube video. His biggest claim? Black Myth: Wukong will be announced for the Switch 2 during the February 5 presentation.
Nate the Hate mentioned he’d heard rumblings about the game coming to Nintendo’s platform for a while, and now feels confident enough to predict it will be officially revealed during the Direct.
Why This Leaker’s Word Carries Weight
Nate the Hate has built credibility through consistently accurate predictions:
- He correctly predicted the February 5 Partner Showcase would happen—getting both the date and format right
- His track record of accurate leaks makes this rumor more compelling than typical internet speculation
That said, even Nate himself seemed to distinguish between what he knows for certain (the game is coming) versus what he’s guessing (it’ll be announced at this specific Direct).
Black Myth Wukong: A Gaming Phenomenon
For those unfamiliar, Black Myth: Wukong is Game Science’s action RPG inspired by Chinese mythology, specifically the classic novel Journey to the West. When it launched in 2024, it shattered records:
- Became the most-played single-player game in Steam history
- Beat Cyberpunk 2077’s previous record by nearly 400,000 concurrent players in its first 24 hours
- Received widespread critical acclaim for its visuals, combat, and storytelling
Bringing this title to Switch 2 would be massive for both the game’s reach and Nintendo’s third-party lineup.
The Technical Challenge: Can Switch 2 Handle It?
Here’s where things get interesting. Black Myth: Wukong is a demanding game:
File Size Concerns
- PC version: 130 GB
- That’s over half the Switch 2’s available storage space
- PS5 and Xbox Series X versions are smaller but still substantial
Performance Questions
Game Science actually delayed the Xbox Series X/S release because the game didn’t initially meet performance targets on those platforms. This raises valid questions about how it would run on Switch 2 hardware.
Reason for Optimism
However, there are encouraging signs:
- Cyberpunk 2077 runs smoothly on Switch 2 despite being similarly demanding
- Game Science has had plenty of time to optimize since the 2024 release
- Nintendo has consistently surprised people by getting demanding games running on its hardware
What to Expect from the February 5 Partner Showcase
Nintendo announced the Partner Showcase for February 5, 2026, confirming:
- Approximately 30 minutes of content
- Focus on third-party games for both Switch 2 and original Switch
- No specific game announcements teased in advance
The presentation format is perfect for a Black Myth: Wukong reveal, especially since Game Science is a third-party developer.
Switch 2’s Growing Third-Party Support
Whether or not Black Myth: Wukong gets announced, the Nintendo Switch 2 already has impressive third-party momentum:
Confirmed titles include:
- Cyberpunk 2077 (launch title)
- Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade (coming later in 2026)
- The Duskbloods (2026)
Nintendo has clearly made third-party support a priority for Switch 2, bringing over games that many wouldn’t have expected to run on Nintendo hardware.
The Bottom Line: Take It with Caution (But Get a Little Excited)
While Nate the Hate’s track record is solid, this is still a rumor until Nintendo or Game Science officially confirms it. Even Nate seemed more certain about the game eventually coming to Switch 2 than about the specific timing of the announcement.
What we’re watching for:
- Official confirmation during the February 5 Partner Showcase
- Details on how Game Science optimized the 130 GB file size
- Performance comparisons to other demanding Switch 2 ports
- Release date and pricing information
If Black Myth: Wukong does come to Switch 2, it would be a statement title demonstrating just how far Nintendo’s hardware has come. We’ll know for sure when the Partner Showcase airs on February 5.
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