Revitalizing a Classic: New Spirits Join Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Despite the end of its DLC releases, ‘Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’ is far from stagnant. Nintendo has infused the game with fresh content through a new Spirit event, celebrating some of its biggest recent releases across various series. This addition not only revitalizes the game but also hints at more content to come. The recent additions include characters from ‘Pikmin 4,’ ‘Xenoblade Chronicles 3,’ ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom,’ and ‘Splatoon 3.’
The New Entrants: Celebrating Nintendo’s Latest Hits
The new Spirits added are a diverse bunch:
- Oatchi from ‘Pikmin 4’
- Noah and Mio from ‘Xenoblade Chronicles 3’
- Rauru from ‘The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom’
- The Deep Cut trio (Shiver, Frye, and Big Man) from ‘Splatoon 3’
This limited-time Spirit event, announced by Nintendo of America, gives players the chance to encounter these Spirits more frequently on the Spirit Board. Victories in these events also yield extra gold, adding an extra layer of incentive for players.
A Testament to Longevity: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in 2024
Continued Relevance in the Gaming World
The addition of new content in 2024 is significant considering the game’s release years ago and the last major content update occurring roughly two years prior. While amiibo releases have continued, game-specific updates had slowed down, making this event a welcome surprise for the gaming community.
For five days starting 1/11, new spirits from various series’ latest titles, such as The Legend of #Zelda: #TearsOfTheKingdom and #Splatoon3, will be making their way to the #SmashBrosUltimate Spirit Board! Defeat them in battle to earn more gold than usual. pic.twitter.com/OlLHn3C1sm
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) January 10, 2024
Prospects of Future Content
Anticipation Builds for More Updates
Despite some players voicing their wishlists for additional Spirits, the overall reception indicates excitement. A past tweet from the Japanese Smash Bros. series account in December 2023 hinted at “the first new Spirits event” of four planned for 2024. This strongly suggests that players can look forward to three more waves of new content, keeping the game dynamic and engaging.
【新規スピリッツイベント1回目】（計4回）
1/12(金)から5日間「勢ぞろい！ シリーズ最新作のスピリッツ」を開催！ スピリッツボードに『ゼルダの伝説 ティアーズ オブ ザ キングダム』『スプラトゥーン3』などの新スピリッツが出現。バトルに勝つと、多めにゴールドを獲得できます。 #スマブラSP pic.twitter.com/yEZxeMM46E— 大乱闘スマッシュブラザーズ【スマブラ公式】 (@SmashBrosJP) January 10, 2024
Beyond Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Bandai Namco and Masahiro Sakurai: What’s Next?
Bandai Namco’s announcement of a dedicated team for Nintendo projects and Masahiro Sakurai, the renowned game developer behind Super Smash Bros., hinting at winding down his YouTube channel to possibly start a new game project, stirs excitement and speculation about what’s next in the world of Nintendo.
