Masahiro Sakurai, the creator of Super Smash Bros., began working on a new game project in April 2022. This followed the completion of his work on Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The project was initiated after Sakurai submitted a game proposal in July 2021, which was quickly approved. However, assembling the development team took some time, leading to the start of production in April 2022.

Details about the new game remain scarce, and it is unclear whether it is related to Super Smash Bros. or an entirely new concept. Sakurai has hinted that the game should be announced “sooner or later,” but has not provided specific details on its nature or platform. Fans are speculating about various possibilities, including a new installment in existing franchises or a completely new venture.