"Nintendo Switch 2 Details Revealed by Super Smash Bros. Creator, Fans Excited for New Game"

Masahiro Sakurai, the mastermind behind Super Smash Bros., has reignited excitement among fans by re-posting the announcement for the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, scheduled for April 2. His simple yet enthusiastic "Ooh!" in the post has sparked speculation about a potential new entry in the beloved fighting game series. While this single sound might simply reflect Sakurai's personal excitement for the upcoming console reveal, the Super Smash Bros. community is buzzing with anticipation, hoping it hints at a new game on the horizon.

Although the post alone might not hold much significance, there have been a series of subtle hints and teases from Sakurai that suggest he could be preparing for another Super Smash Bros. announcement. After starting his own YouTube channel in 2022 and later winding it down, Sakurai assured fans that he wasn't finished creating games. In his final video, he tantalizingly mentioned working on a new project that might be revealed "sooner or later," fueling speculation about what this could be.

Despite the excitement, no official announcement has been made about a new Super Smash Bros. game. Sakurai himself has expressed doubts about how the franchise could surpass the monumental Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Switch, which boasts an extensive roster including characters from outside Nintendo's universe like Sephiroth from Final Fantasy 7, Sora from Kingdom Hearts, Joker from Persona 5, and Steve and Alex from Minecraft.

However, the likelihood of a new Super Smash Bros. game for the Nintendo Switch 2 remains high, especially considering the overwhelming success of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, which has sold over 35.88 million copies. It's also noteworthy that Nintendo has consistently released a new Super Smash Bros. game with each new console since the original debuted on the N64 in 1999. As fans eagerly await the April 2 Direct, the possibility of a new entry in this iconic series continues to stir excitement and anticipation.