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Smash Bros. director shares thoughts on originality in games, says “industry that loses its originality will ultimately just die a slow death”
Masahiro Sakurai, director of Super Smash Bros., believes originality has little impact on game sales, stating that an industry that loses its originality will eventually die. He announced the discontinuation of the Game Designers Award at the Japan Game Awards, which recognized creativity and innovation.
Smash Bros and Kirby creator Masahiro Sakurai warns "an industry that loses its originality will simply die a slow death" as he retires his Game Designers Award after 16 years
Masahiro Sakurai, creator of Kirby and Super Smash Bros., announced the discontinuation of his Game Designers Award due to his inability to find a successor. He emphasized the critical importance of originality in the gaming industry, warning that a lack of it will lead to a slow death, especially as AAA budgets increase and lead to safer, less innovative titles.
Nintendo is a far better industry leader than PlayStation and this week proved it - Reader’s Feature
A reader argues that Nintendo is a superior industry leader compared to Sony, citing Nintendo's consistent output of high-quality single-player games and reasonable pricing. The author criticizes Sony's recent strategies, particularly its perceived lack of major game releases and fan-unfriendly decisions, contrasting it with Nintendo's focus on franchises like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and other beloved titles.
Nintendo Direct September 2026: Start Time, How To Watch, And What To Expect
Nintendo is set to hold its September Direct presentation on September 9th at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET, running for approximately 45 minutes. The broadcast is expected to feature a variety of first-party and third-party titles for the Nintendo Switch, with rumors suggesting potential reveals for a new Super Smash Bros. game, a new Star Fox title, and a new 3D Mario game.
Rumored 3D Mario Game Could Finally Be Revealed At Tomorrow’s Nintendo Direct
Rumors suggest that a new 3D Super Mario game could be revealed at an upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation. Leaks also point to potential announcements for Super Smash Bros., Nintendogs, Mario Kart World DLC, a new Star Fox game, and Luigi's Mansion 4. Nintendo has confirmed the presentation will be 45 minutes long, but has not revealed its contents.
New Super Smash Bros and Nintendogs games are on the way, according to prominent Nintendo leaker
A prominent Nintendo leaker, Malo932, has revealed potential upcoming titles including a new Super Smash Bros. game and the return of the Nintendogs series. The leaker also suggested remakes for The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and new entries in Star Fox and Switch Sports franchises.
Nintendo Developing New Smash Bros, Nintendogs, Mario Kart DLC With Star Fox, Leaker Claims
A leaker claims Nintendo is developing an all-new Super Smash Bros. and Nintendogs. The leaker also suggests that DLC for Mario Kart will feature Star Fox characters.
Mario Kart DLC and Luigi’s Mansion 4 leaked for next Nintendo Direct
Ahead of upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations, rumors have surfaced regarding potential announcements for Mario Kart World DLC featuring Star Fox content and a new Luigi's Mansion 4. Other alleged leaks suggest upcoming games like Star Fox, Nintendogs, Super Smash Bros., Wario Land, and a Super Metroid remake.
Leaker who correctly leaked Nintendo games says new Smash Bros and Nintendogs in development
A leaker known for accurately predicting Nintendo titles claims that new installments in the Super Smash Bros. and Nintendogs franchises are in development for the Nintendo Switch 2. The leaker previously shared correct information about a The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and upcoming Nintendo Direct presentations.
Rumor: New Smash Bros. game on the way, Nintendogs returning, more
A leaker with a track record for accurate predictions has suggested that a new Super Smash Bros. game is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2, and that the Nintendogs series may be revived. The leaker also hinted at potential new titles or remakes for Star Fox, Super Metroid, Wario Land, and a 3D Mario game, alongside a new entry in the Switch Sports series.
Save 26% Off Kirby Air Riders for the Nintendo Switch 2
A sale is currently offering a 26% discount on Kirby Air Ride for the Nintendo Switch. The article humorously compares the game's concept to a fusion of Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros.
Kingdom Hearts almost led to Disney making its own version of Super Smash Bros, former dev says
A former Disney Interactive concept artist revealed that Disney explored creating a Super Smash Bros.-style fighting game featuring its characters, inspired by the success of Kingdom Hearts. The project, tentatively titled 'Disney's Action Figure Face Off,' never progressed past prototypes due to internal hesitations about character crossovers, though similar concepts like Disney Infinity and Disney Speedstorm were later released.
A brief history of fake Nintendo leaks
This article discusses several convincing fake Nintendo leaks that gained traction over the years, including the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate mural leak featuring characters like Shadow the Hedgehog and Geno, a fake Rayman render for Super Smash Bros. for Wii U, and the rumored Star Fox Grand Prix. The piece highlights how these fabricated leaks fooled fans and examines the methods used to create them.
8 of the most unexpected games Nintendo has ever released
This article explores some of Nintendo's most unexpected game releases, challenging the notion that the company only focuses on its major franchises. It highlights titles like Everybody 1-2 Switch, Mother 3, and Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, discussing why their releases were surprising and their reception.
Vilka är det som jobbar med FZ?
This article introduces the staff behind the Swedish gaming website FZ, describing them as passionate gamers with diverse tastes and strong opinions. It highlights their backgrounds, favorite games, music, films, and books, aiming to connect them with the FZ community.
The DK Rap composer made a whopping 56 cents after the song amassed 1.5 million plays on TikTok
Composer Grant Kirkhope revealed he earned only 56 cents from 1.5 million plays of the "DK Rap" on TikTok, sparking discussion about music royalties in the streaming era. Kirkhope also noted that he did not receive a credit for the song's inclusion in "The Super Mario Bros. Movie."
As the Famicom turns 43, Kirby and Super Smash Bros. creator Masahiro Sakurai says it's the console that had the…
Masahiro Sakurai, creator of Kirby and Super Smash Bros., celebrated the 43rd anniversary of the Family Computer (Famicom), stating it had the biggest impact on him as a game creator. Square Enix also marked the occasion, highlighting the Famicom's importance for the JRPG genre with the beginnings of Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. Sakurai emphasized the console's role in shaping the modern game industry.
I just discovered that plastic protectors for your boxed amiibo exist, and I wish I found them sooner
The author discovered the existence of plastic protectors for boxed Amiibo figures, specifically mentioning a Super Smash Bros. Sora Amiibo. They expressed a wish to have known about these protectors sooner.
Nintendo promises to keep "aiming for unique entertainment that only we could produce" as it shouts out its continued "originality" following recent fan vote
Nintendo has expressed gratitude after being voted the favorite developer by readers of Famitsu magazine. The company reaffirmed its commitment to producing unique entertainment and maintaining originality in its game development, referencing its history since the Famicom's release. Nintendo also acknowledged the positive reception of Mario and The Legend of Zelda series.
Super Smash Bros creator Masahiro Sakurai sometimes "sounds exactly like Goku," ex-Tekken boss says: "A Saiyan who genuinely believes he's just another ordinary human"
Former Tekken producer Katsuhiro Harada compares Super Smash Bros. creator Masahiro Sakurai to a Dragon Ball Saiyan, noting Sakurai's seemingly effortless solutions to complex problems. Harada also briefly mentions Hidetaka Miyazaki and discusses Bandai Namco's collaboration with Sora Ltd. on the Super Smash Bros. series, particularly regarding the inclusion of Kazuya Mishima.
