For something to be counted as a Nintendo direct Nintendo themselves must refer to it as a “Nintendo direct”.

This includes Nintendo direct partner showcases but would not include indie world or Pokémon presents (unless they change the branding)

• Update 2025-02-12 (PST) (AI summary of creator comment): Mini Direct Inclusion:

  • Mini Directs count as Nintendo Direct events if Nintendo explicitly refers to them as a Nintendo Direct.