The excitement around the Nintendo Switch 2 is reaching new heights, especially after Masahiro Sakurai, the mastermind behind Super Smash Bros., re-posted the announcement for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 Direct. Scheduled for April 2, this event has fans buzzing with anticipation, particularly after Sakurai's enthusiastic "Ooh!" in his post. While this might simply reflect his personal excitement, the Super Smash Bros. community is abuzz with speculation about a potential new entry in the iconic fighting game series.

Although Sakurai's post alone isn't definitive proof, it's part of a series of subtle hints that have fans hopeful. In 2022, Sakurai launched a YouTube channel, which he later wound down, but not before hinting at working on a new game that could be revealed "sooner or later." This, combined with his recent activity, has fueled speculation about a new Super Smash Bros. game for the next-generation console.

While no official announcements have been made about a new Super Smash Bros. game, it's worth noting Sakurai's previous comments about the challenges of surpassing the success of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Switch. This game not only included a vast roster of Nintendo characters but also featured iconic figures from other franchises like Sephiroth from Final Fantasy 7, Sora from Kingdom Hearts, Joker from Persona 5, and Steve and Alex from Minecraft.

Despite these challenges, the likelihood of a new Super Smash Bros. game for the Nintendo Switch 2 seems high, given the phenomenal sales of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, which has sold over 35.88 million copies. Additionally, 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 Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, the anticipation for what could be next in the Super Smash Bros. saga continues to grow.