Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Shared By Super Smash Bros. Creator and Fans Are Going Wild Over a New Game

Super Smash Bros. creator Masahiro Sakurai's enthusiastic response to the Nintendo Switch 2 announcement has ignited fervent speculation among fans about a potential new entry in the beloved fighting game franchise. Sakurai shared the Japanese announcement of the April 2nd Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, adding a simple, yet electrifying, "Ooh!" While this could simply reflect his personal excitement, many believe it hints at a significant upcoming reveal.

This seemingly small gesture adds fuel to the already simmering rumors. Sakurai launched his own YouTube channel in 2022, only to conclude it after hinting at a new project, promising its eventual unveiling. His final video teased a new game, suggesting a reveal might be imminent.

While no official announcement regarding a new Super Smash Bros. game has been made, the possibility remains compelling. Sakurai himself previously expressed uncertainty about surpassing the scale and success of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, a title boasting an incredibly diverse roster including iconic characters like Sephiroth, Sora, Joker, and Steve.

However, given Ultimate's phenomenal sales figures (over 35.88 million copies sold), and Nintendo's tradition of releasing a new Super Smash Bros. title for each console generation since 1999, a Switch 2 iteration seems highly probable. The anticipation is palpable.