Nintendo Faces Fury Over Major Game Leaks
Recent leaks detailing Nintendo's future plans, including new Star Fox and Zelda titles, have reportedly angered the company. Former PR managers suggest these leaks are a significant issue that Nintendo will prioritize addressing. The company's reliance on surprise marketing makes such leaks particularly damaging to their strategy.
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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.
Nintendo Will Be "Absolutely Furious" About Latest Leaks, Says Former PR Manager
Former Nintendo PR manager Kit Ellis stated that Nintendo would be "absolutely furious" if recent leaks about their 2026/2027 plans are true. The leaks, corroborated by VGC, include a new Star Fox game, a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, and a new 3D Mario title. Ellis suggested that such leaks could negatively impact Nintendo's stock price due to the company's reliance on surprise marketing.
Nintendo’s Leaks Could Become “A Major Priority Going Forward,” Claims Former Senior PR Manager
Former Nintendo of America senior PR manager Kit Ellis believes Nintendo is "furious" about recent leaks and that addressing them will become a "major priority." Ellis suggests the volume and nature of recent leaks, including details about unannounced games like a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and a new 3D Mario, indicate a significant problem for the company that they may be actively trying to solve.
