The gaming world is buzzing with excitement as Masahiro Sakurai, the mastermind behind Super Smash Bros., recently re-posted the announcement for the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, scheduled for April 2, with a simple yet telling "Ooh!" This has sparked intense speculation among fans about the possibility of a new Super Smash Bros. game being revealed for the next-generation console.
While Sakurai's post alone might not confirm anything, it adds to a series of hints and teases that have been circulating. Sakurai's YouTube channel, launched in 2022, was a platform where he shared insights into game development but was eventually wound down. In his final video, he hinted at working on a new game that might be unveiled "sooner or later," fueling the speculation further.
Despite these teases, 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 Switch, which not only featured a vast roster of Nintendo characters but also included iconic figures from other franchises like Sephiroth from Final Fantasy 7, Sora from Kingdom Hearts, and Steve and Alex from Minecraft.
However, the likelihood of a new Super Smash Bros. game for the Nintendo Switch 2 seems high, especially considering the phenomenal sales of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, which has sold over 35.88 million copies. Additionally, Nintendo has a history of launching a new Super Smash Bros. game with each of its consoles, starting from the original on the N64 in 1999. This pattern, combined with Sakurai's hints, keeps fans eagerly awaiting the April 2 Direct for any news on the beloved brawler series.
