Masahiro Sakurai, the mastermind behind the Super Smash Bros. series, has stirred excitement among fans by re-posting the announcement for the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct scheduled for April 2. Accompanying the post with a simple "Ooh!", Sakurai's enthusiasm has sparked speculation about a potential new installment in the beloved fighting game franchise. While his comment might simply reflect his personal anticipation for the new console, the Super Smash Bros. community is buzzing with hope for a new game reveal on the next-generation hardware.

Although Sakurai's post alone may not be conclusive, a series of subtle hints and teases suggest he might be preparing for another Super Smash Bros. announcement. In 2022, Sakurai launched his own YouTube channel, which he later concluded by hinting at a new game project that could be unveiled in the near future. His final video emphasized that he was not finished creating games, adding fuel to the speculation.

No official announcements have been made yet about a new Super Smash Bros. game. Sakurai himself has expressed uncertainty about how the series could surpass the monumental Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Switch, which not only boasts an impressive roster of Nintendo characters but also includes crossover stars like Sephiroth from Final Fantasy 7, Sora from Kingdom Hearts, Joker from Persona 5, and Steve and Alex from Minecraft.

Nevertheless, the likelihood of a new Super Smash Bros. title for the Nintendo Switch 2 seems high, given the phenomenal sales success of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, which has sold over 35.88 million copies. Additionally, it's worth noting that Nintendo has consistently launched a new Super Smash Bros. game with each new console since the series began with the original on the N64 in 1999. This tradition fuels the anticipation that the Switch 2 will continue this legacy.