Smash Bros Direct on April 8th, 3pm PST!!

[ErenJager]

I'm going to vote a November release date.
I'm basing this off a gut feeling that they plan on totting off Mario Kart for a while, with some other minor titles in between until Smash comes out just before the Holiday season.
I imagine this being one of Nintendo's biggest games, they're going to want some good commercial advertisement and buzz around the holidays to compete with whatever microsoft and sony have in store.

 

[Ascended]

THIS is hype music (I was going to link to Pegasus Fantasy Omega, but I felt this was more fitting.):

Oh, and one last gif to hype everyone up:

Spoiler

 

[PadWarrior]

I'm going to vote a November release date.
I'm basing this off a gut feeling that they plan on totting off Mario Kart for a while, with some other minor titles in between until Smash comes out just before the Holiday season.
I imagine this being one of Nintendo's biggest games, they're going to want some good commercial advertisement and buzz around the holidays to compete with whatever microsoft and sony have in store.

Yup I've been saying November a while myself now.

 

[Ryan.]

This is priceless haha, made my day. But hey she knows about Link, most people I know call him Zelda.

 

[LF2K]

I think Nintendo has an ace up their sleeve they're saving to reveal at E3. That might be their holiday game, I see Smash coming out sooner.

But that's just me.

 

[KingLucasx]

Yup I've been saying November a while myself now.

I'd say late June or early July... There's already an interview of him saying "he'd like to release the title asap" Also when brawl was released mario kart wii came a month later.

 

[ErenJager]

Do people really wanna see Chrom over Lucina?

I think Lucina would be a more interesting character, but that's just my opinion.
I think Chrom has overwhelming popularity.
Personally I would like Marth, Roy, and Lucina as Fire Emblem reps.
Ike and Chrom don't do it for me.

 

[Injusticefan14]

Okay. I am super keen for this direct. I wish (and I'm still hoping) that Mario Kart 8 also gets a direct next month considering the amount of hype for MK8 and SSB4 I think they both deserve their own directs.

Anyways, I think that there will be 3 newcomers and 3 veterans revealed in this direct. I know 3 newcomers is a fair amount but its a Smash Bros. direct guys. It probably won't happen again for these games.

I think that since its quite a big thing for Smash Bros. to have its own direct, I think they will reveal a popular newcomer and a popular veteran. Who is more popular than Ridley? and who doesn't want Mewtwo to return? A few people have stated some evidence of Shulk possibly being revealed. I don't really know who Shulk is that well.......... but I think if theres some evidence of his reveal, he has a better chance than other possibilities. Then theres Palutena. She had that leak a while back and I think its a good time to reveal her. I don't have any way to justify my reasoning but I just think she will be revealed :')

For the other veterans, I can see Yoshi and Wario getting revealed. I don't know why. I just really think they will be. I could also see Jigglypuff or Ness happening but I think they will be revealed later on with like Pokemon Trainer or Lucas or something.

Im hoping that a new Mario stage is revealed for the Wii U game. I would be stoked if it was Mario Kart 8 themed but any Mario stage is a good stage IMO

 

[Starcutter]

I think Nintendo has an ace up their sleeve they're saving to reveal at E3. That might be their holiday game, I see Smash coming out sooner.

But that's just me.

If they announce metroid Wii U and/or Zelda U for holiday release, I could see that happening.

This direct would be prime to announce that release date

 

[Poots]

This is the real hype train theme https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOj7Jspsqhs

*My character predictions
Yoshi, Zero suit Samus, Meta knight, and Some newcomer.

 

[Wonks]

I'm thinking we'll see Yoshi and Capt. Falcon for veterans, and possibly Miis for newcomer. Aside from that, a lot of focus on new gameplay mechanics and structure.

It's funny--the Direct is still, what? 18 hours away? I'm too excited to go to sleep--I keep checking for...I don't know. I've got a whole day ahead of me before this thing even begins!

 

[Moon Monkey]

GUYS!!! DO YOU FEEL THAT!?

THE DIRECT IS APPROACHING!!

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Here's to hoping for a good show. I hope we all get to see what we want.

 

[Starcutter]

I'm thinking we'll see Yoshi and Capt. Falcon for veterans, and possibly Miis for newcomer. Aside from that, a lot of focus on new gameplay mechanics and structure.

It's funny--the Direct is still, what? 18 hours away? I'm too excited to go to sleep--I keep checking for...I don't know. I've got a whole day ahead of me before this thing even begins!

Most of us feel the same way, but it's good to get a good night's sleep to prepare for tomorrow's hype.

 

[RelaxAlax]

The holy Sakurai tweeted, I believe in reference to the growing number of members on the fb page

桜井 政博 ‏@Sora_Sakurai 4m
海外で、『スマブラ』のfacebookページが立ちあがったそうです。 あっというまに、"いいね"108万かあー。 https://www.facebook.com/SmashBros

 

[xelasseh]

I have a feeling we won't get as much as we expect character wise, I'd say a newcomer for sure and maybe a veteran or two.

I guess I'm just trying to keep my expectations low. Hopefully I'm proven wrong though. Either way, I'll be satisfied with whatever we're shown.

 

[Eternal phoenix Fire]

We need our best weaboo here to translate this.

 

[Starcutter]

Translation:

Abroad, facebook page of "Smash Bros." seems to have stood up. In no time, "I said" Ah or 1.08 million.

Interpretation:

Wow, the smash Facebook page is really blown up! In no time, we got 1.08 million likes worldwide!

 

[RelaxAlax]

Translation:

Abroad, facebook page of "Smash Bros." seems to have stood up. In no time, "I said" Ah or 1.08 million.

I think it roughly means that the smash bros facebook page has stood the test of time, and something about it having 1.08 millions likes

They are really bringing attention to Smash Bros. It makes me really happy.

EDIT: He's tweeted once more, but its just a tweet quoted from SmashBrosJapans twitter

桜井 政博 ‏@Sora_Sakurai 2m
日本公式ツイッターもよしなに“@SmashBrosJP: [きょうの一枚]きょうの一枚が投稿されました。 「きょうの一枚」とは、スマブラシリーズのディレクターである桜井政博さんが日々Miiverseに投稿している、ゲーム画面写真です。 http://bit.ly/OuXuzO

 

[Renji64]

 

[ChibiIceClimberz]

So if you think they will show a release date, when shall it be? June?

I'm guessing October for the Wii U version and November for the 3DS version.

Mario Kart 8, Bayonetta 2, and Hyrule Warriors may end up being Wii U's biggest titles for the summer.

 

[Shaya]

Jurassic Park reference? Faith in humanity restored.

Although I had a feeling the direct would be at an awkward time for me, the fact that its at 8am (in Australia) means chances are I'm going to sleep through it.
Followed by waking up.
Followed by finding my glasses.
Followed by making a coffee.
Followed by not being too fussed about being spoilered, and probably getting spoilered because I'll be on facebook
Followed by watching the direct in full
Followed by a smile
Followed by a frown because my coffee will be cold.
Followed by making another cup of coffee
Followed by coming onto smashboards.
Followed by going "Operation Purge" on all the crap we'll see.
Followed by the frustration of another coffee going cold

Wow I'm so organised.

 

[Fatmanonice]

We need our best weaboo here to translate this.

It's basically just Sakurai saying "holy fartknockers, a buttload of people have joined the Facebook page this weekend!"

 

[ErenJager]

桜井 政博 ‏@Sora_Sakurai 4m
海外で、『スマブラ』のfacebookページが立ちあがったそうです。 あっというまに、"いいね"108万かあー。 https://www.facebook.com/SmashBros


Abroad, facebook page of "Smash Bros." seems to have stood up. In no time, "I said" Ah or 1.08 million.

A facebook page of [スマブラ] seems to have stood up abroad. Say "in no time, and sleep; 1,080,000" かあー.

Overseas, so stood up "Smash Brothers' facebook page. Very quickly, to be ' Nice ' 1080000? uh.

Overseas, so stood up "Smash Brothers' facebook page. Very quickly, to be like 1080000 or Ah.

 

[Eternal phoenix Fire]

1.8 mil? Damn. Social media going to work. Might get even higher after tomorrow.

Not mine.

 

[LF2K]

When did the Facebook page open? Seems suspicious if they just opened it...

 

[Shaya]

When did the Facebook page open? Seems suspicious if they just opened it...

It's been there for a while now. Pretty sure at the very least since Smash 4 was announced.

 

[---]

1.8 mil? Damn. Social media going to work. Might get even higher after tomorrow.

Just means that Sakurai's getting nervous about speaking in front of everyone in the Direct tomorrow.

 

[Xzsmmc]

I'm honestly more nervous than hyped. While I'm going to enjoy the game no matter what, there are some nasty possibilities that don't want to leave my mind.

 

[SuperMii3D]

Anyways, I dont care which character gets revealed. I just want to see them run out onto the battlefield and see some new mechanics, and some stage builder. Always love me some stage builder. Plus, I want a trailer with the music from the very first trailer. And some veterans who have some different moves, that would be boss

 

[andimidna]

17 HOURS
40 MINUTES
22 SECONDS
?!?!?!?!

 

[Starcutter]

Alright, after some thought, I conclude:


Sakurai's tweet had nothing to do with the direct.

 

[N3ON]

Hype or not, if people are going to make posts consisting solely of an image that doesn't even relate specifically to the Direct they can't pretend they've done nothing to result in being penalized.

Please make sure your posts have some relevant substance to them, and aren't just image/gif spam if you don't want to run the risk of warnings/infractions.

 

[ChibiIceClimberz]

桜井 政博 ‏@Sora_Sakurai 4m
海外で、『スマブラ』のfacebookページが立ちあがったそうです。 あっというまに、"いいね"108万かあー。 https://www.facebook.com/SmashBros


Abroad, facebook page of "Smash Bros." seems to have stood up. In no time, "I said" Ah or 1.08 million.

A facebook page of [スマブラ] seems to have stood up abroad. Say "in no time, and sleep; 1,080,000" かあー.

Overseas, so stood up "Smash Brothers' facebook page. Very quickly, to be ' Nice ' 1080000? uh.

Overseas, so stood up "Smash Brothers' facebook page. Very quickly, to be like 1080000 or Ah.

Quick translation by NeoGAF's StreetsAhead.

 

[Starcutter]

Hype or not, if people are going to make posts consisting solely of an image that doesn't even relate specifically to the Direct they can't pretend they've done nothing to result in being penalized.

Please make sure your posts have some relevant substance to them, and aren't just image/gif spam if you don't want to run the risk of warnings/infractions.

Cab you allow it 5 minutes before the direct starts?

 

[Eternal phoenix Fire]

Just means that Sakurai's getting nervous about speaking in front of everyone in the Direct tomorrow.

He might need some liquid courage.

 

[andimidna]

Cab you allow it 5 minutes before the direct starts?

Hype gifs only enhance the experience!
Please, mods?

 

[N3ON]

Cab you allow it 5 minutes before the direct starts?

Any answer I give here won't actually stop people from doing it anyway. We'll see what happens.

 

[Thirdkoopa]

Guys, I can see it now. I think I've got it.

"RIDLEY - DELAYS THE GAME"

 

[domriver]

O M G LESS THAN 24 HOURS TILL DIRECT AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

 

[Espio264]

Hype or not, if people are going to make posts consisting solely of an image that doesn't even relate specifically to the Direct they can't pretend they've done nothing to result in being penalized.

Please make sure your posts have some relevant substance to them, and aren't just image/gif spam if you don't want to run the risk of warnings/infractions.

I don't want to make a meaningless post, but Bruce Timm would be proud of your new avatar. I sure am.

On topic, the more and more I speculate, I'm feelin' pretty good about Yoshi tomorrow.