Renowned Super Smash Bros. series director Masahiro Sakurai has confirmed that he continues to develop games, despite previous statements about being partially retired. In a recent video on his personal YouTube channel, Sakurai reassured fans that development is still a key part of his daily activities, alongside content creation for his channel. While it remains unclear what projects Sakurai is working on, speculation suggests he may be involved in a new Smash Bros. title, potentially for an upcoming Nintendo console. Sakurai expressed interest last summer in working on a new installment of the franchise. The gaming community eagerly anticipates further announcements from the distinguished developer.

Is Masahiro Sakurai working on a new Super Smash Bros. game?

Masahiro Sakurai has not confirmed his involvement in a new Super Smash Bros. game, but fan speculation and his interest in developing another installment suggest that it could be a possibility, especially with rumors of a new Nintendo console on the horizon.

The Super Smash Bros. series is a crossover fighting game franchise developed by Nintendo, with Masahiro Sakurai at the helm since its inception on the Nintendo 64. The latest title, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, for the Nintendo Switch, is known for its massive roster of characters from various Nintendo franchises as well as third-party series. The anticipation of a new title is high among fans, who are eager to see how Sakurai could innovate and expand the beloved series further, especially with the potential of new hardware capabilities provided by a new Nintendo console.