- Primary Subject: Super Smash Bros. / Nintendo Switch 2
- Key Update: Despite fan frustration over the absence of a new game at the September 2026 Nintendo Direct, a Switch 2 edition of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate remains a better alternative than a risky sequel.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: January 20, 2026
- Quick Answer: Fans shouldn't rush for a new Super Smash Bros. game on the Switch 2 since Smash Ultimate is already peak content and a sequel would struggle to match its massive third-party roster.
The September 2026 Nintendo Direct had some great announcements. Owners of the Switch 2 are getting some amazing titles, like Monster Hunter: Wilds, Metroid Ravenous, Kirby and the World Beyond, and much more. And yet, despite the great news, many fans were still left upset.
Since the Switch 2's release, one question has remained: When will the next Super Smash Bros. game come? It is one of the most popular series Nintendo owns, and from the Nintendo 64 onward, it has always come with every next-generation console.
The Switch 2 is already more than a year old, and yet there's still no sign of the next Super Smash Bros. game coming. It's a big reason many tune in to Nintendo Directs, as there's hope that eventually, one of them will provide the announcement everyone has been anticipating. And yet, it still hasn't happened, so naturally, longtime fans have voiced their frustration at not having their patience rewarded.
While I admit I am also disappointed that there isn't any news, especially since I have been playing Super Smash Bros. since its first entry, I also feel that we don't really need a new game. I'm sure this is a take that many will disagree with, but I do have a few reasons to back up my opinion.
One is that Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is already as close to perfect as we can ask for. When it came out on the original Nintendo Switch, many were in awe of its fast-paced combat, gorgeous visuals, huge roster, and other content that made it a worthy entry into the series. It was even made better with the additional DLC that introduced more third-party characters and stages, giving players an experience that no other platformer fighter ever could or has yet to.
I would say that the game is the richest in content and gameplay among all the other entries, and topping it would be extremely hard. With how much it has already given, there really is no need for a sequel. If anything, a better alternative would be creating a Switch 2 edition of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Why bother creating something new with little chance of being better, when Nintendo can just focus on improving the game that already has everything you could ask for? All the company would have to do is add even more third-party characters and stages, and there would be no doubt that fans will be content with that.
Also, a Switch 2 edition of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate could be the opportunity to transform the game into the best competitive entry in the series. We all know it tried to be with modes such as Squad Strike and Tourney, but they were extremely lacking in customization, so most didn't bother with them. However, a Switch 2 edition can resolve that issue with a few simple changes, such as choosing which matches go first or including a winners and losers bracket.
But let's say that despite such an easy and incredible opportunity, Nintendo still pushes through with the next Super Smash Bros. game. If that happens, there's a good chance it won't have a huge third-party roster. The only reason Smash Ultimate has a diverse cast of characters is that both Nintendo and Masahiro Sakurai and his team did everything to make the necessary agreements and acquire the rights from other developers.
That took a lot of time, effort, and likely money, but they made it happen. If they have to do it again for a new Super Smash Bros. game, there's no guarantee they'll be able to. This is because companies like Capcom, Square Enix, and even Disney might be hesitant to lend their IPs, unless new negotiations come into play.
And that could mean unfavorable terms, and if an agreement can't be made, the next entry in the series would have a less diverse and interesting roster than Smash Ultimate's, which is not something you want in a sequel title. So again, a Switch 2 edition would be enough, as it would mean not having to deal with the third-party character issue, and fans still get to enjoy what they already have with the added benefit of getting even more.
Besides, it's not like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is the only good entry, as others like Melee are still standing strong even after so long. They still give fans the fun platformer-fighter experience that no other can provide, so there's really no need for a new game.
I would more than welcome a sixth Super Smash Bros. game if it were announced, but if it never comes, then that's quite alright. We fans already have everything we could ask for, and I'd rather enjoy what we have than be disappointed with a new game that fails to live up to incredibly high expectations.
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