Nintendo Surprise Drops Direct, Sparks Wild Fan Speculation for New Smash Bros. Title

Super Smash Bros. creator Masahiro Sakurai's enthusiastic reaction 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 Switch 2 reveal with a simple, yet electrifying, "Ooh!" While this could simply reflect his personal excitement, many interpret it as a significant hint.

As reported by Automaton, this seemingly minor action fuels existing speculation. Sakurai's recent YouTube activities, including the closure of his channel after hinting at a new project, further contribute to the anticipation. His final video suggested a forthcoming reveal, adding fuel to the fire.

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While no official announcement has been made, the immense success of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (over 35.88 million copies sold) and Nintendo's tradition of releasing a new Smash Bros. title for each console generation strongly suggest a Switch 2 iteration is highly probable. Sakurai's previous comments about the difficulty of surpassing Ultimate's scope, which already features an extensive roster including iconic characters from outside Nintendo's franchises (Sephiroth, Sora, Joker, Steve, etc.), don't necessarily preclude a new game. The anticipation remains high.