Super Smash Bros. Creator Shares Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, Fans Excited for New Game

Excitement is brewing among fans of the iconic fighting game series, as Masahiro Sakurai, the mastermind behind Super Smash Bros., has re-shared the announcement for the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, set to take place on April 2. Accompanying the post with a simple yet enthusiastic "Ooh!", Sakurai has sparked speculation and hope for a new installment in the beloved brawler franchise. While the post itself might not confirm anything, the gaming community is buzzing with anticipation, fueled by a series of subtle hints and teases that suggest Sakurai could be gearing up for a major reveal.

Since launching his YouTube channel in 2022, Sakurai has kept fans updated on his projects. Although he wound down the channel, his final video hinted at working on a new game that might be unveiled "sooner or later." This, combined with his recent social media activity, has led many to believe that a new Super Smash Bros. game could be on the horizon for the next-generation Nintendo hardware.

Despite the excitement, no official announcement has been made regarding a new Super Smash Bros. game. Sakurai himself has expressed uncertainty about how the series could surpass the monumental success of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch, which boasts an impressive roster including non-Nintendo characters like Sephiroth from Final Fantasy 7, Sora from Kingdom Hearts, Joker from Persona 5, and Steve and Alex from Minecraft.

However, given the stellar sales figures of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, with over 35.88 million copies sold, and the tradition of releasing a new Super Smash Bros. game with each new Nintendo console since the original on N64 in 1999, the prospects for a new entry on the Nintendo Switch 2 seem promising. Fans are eagerly awaiting the April 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, hopeful that their anticipation will soon be rewarded with the announcement of a new Super Smash Bros. adventure.