Why are we all doubting Sakurai?

[Starphoenix]

I have noticed a lot of people are now angry with Sakurai because people believe the whole "35 roster" theory, which is not proven fact, just a widely held theory, just like the whole "Ness is out" theory and the "Icon" theory and the "Only one Smashball" theory. I say, people just calm down we only have a WEEK, 1 WEEK to go and right now people are threatening to cut their preorders. So people I tell you this, do not doubt Sakurai; he has had almost two years to work on this game, he has had a crazy large team (700 of the best developers around) and is making this game with the intent of making a fans dream.
Just because some prophets band together and say the same things DO NOT make what they say true, so just keep in mind do not believe anything right now. All the wannabe leakers are coming out of the woodwork before the game is released, just to try and guess as close to the real game as possible so they can get some recognition when all is said and done.

Unless it comes from a video, be very wary of pictures and claims right now. I will wait for the actual game to be released in a week before I start worrying over rediculous claims. I suggest you all do the same.

 

[SJAK47]

Your suggestion is nice, and I agree with you for the most part, but also know that not all people will be as patient as you want them to be. I think many would much rather entertain themselves and us as well with these speculations, like the 35-man roster theory and so on.

 

[Youko]

Okay, I'll say this here:

If people are threatening to cancel their preorders and boycott the game just because of Brawl's roster, then they are not Smash Bros fans.

True fans actually stick with this game regardless of what happens.

 

[Starphoenix]

Okay, I'll say this here:

If people are threatening to cancel their preorders and boycott the game just because of Brawl's roster, then they are not Smash Bros fans.

True fans actually stick with this game regardless of what happens.

True, look folks, even if we end up with a 35 charater roster it will still be a fabulous roster. Granted I would REALLY like to see Megaman, but people seem to forget that we have SONIC!

 

[The Noob Legend]

Okay, I'll say this here:

If people are threatening to cancel their preorders and boycott the game just because of Brawl's roster, then they are not Smash Bros fans.

True fans actually stick with this game regardless of what happens.

Words spoken by a true jedi.

 

[limitbreak]

Yea 35 characters or more, this game is looking like one of the best games ever created. It's also seems to have one of the most underground hype I've ever witnessed. Be patient people.

 

[jwj442]

Do people really think this game has 700 developers and 7 years? It's 2.5 years and 100 developers.

 

[LuiStrokes]

When the 35 roster was proven true??

it's just especulation y'know?

 

[Darkraid]

Why do people here believe anything? What if the leakers are working together to fool us?

 

[Ryo242]

I'm fine with waiting...sniffle.
I will be all over the Internet when the 31st, and after I find all the characters/stages/holy treasures, then I'm going to avoid the Internet till it nearly comes out here. sigh,.

 

[BraveDave88]

Okay, I'll say this here:

If people are threatening to cancel their preorders and boycott the game just because of Brawl's roster, then they are not Smash Bros fans.

True fans actually stick with this game regardless of what happens.

Well spoken, ditto. Remember, remember the Melee roster folks.

 

[The Kirby Kong]

Bumping this thread for greater justice.

 

[shinhed-echi]

I refuse to believe anything until official word. The 35 roster is simply.. not bad. But is pretty far from what it feels like a promised roster.

I have no problem opening up to the roster (only when its official). My eternal motto...

"... well, at least there's Sonic".

 

[BraveDave88]

I refuse to believe anything until official word. The 35 roster is simply.. not bad. But is pretty far from what it feels like a promised roster.

I have no problem opening up to the roster (only when its official). My eternal motto...

"... well, at least there's Sonic".

Yeah, my motto is "...well, at least Mega Man is a shoe-in for the next game."

 

[gangstajuice02]

HE POSTS random updates!!

 

[dragonairex]

True, look folks, even if we end up with a 35 charater roster it will still be a fabulous roster. Granted I would REALLY like to see Megaman, but people seem to forget that we have SONIC!

Second here.
Remember that atmosphere when Sonic was announced ?
Keep that morale folks.

 

[joeysmash]

Words spoken by a true jedi.

agreed!!!!!

 

[smashbro29]

Okay, I'll say this here:

If people are threatening to cancel their preorders and boycott the game just because of Brawl's roster, then they are not Smash Bros fans.

True fans actually stick with this game regardless of what happens.

if the game sucks (it won't but i'm just saying) i don't care i mean look at sonic i'm a sonic fan but i'm not buying every new crappy game hence the diiference between fans and fanboys/girls

 

[Jetz]

Do people really think this game has 700 developers and 7 years? It's 2.5 years and 100 developers.

Your wrong! there are roughly 100 developers that are working FULL TIME!

 

[Kimosabae]

700 developers? LOL. I think you should reexamine your source of information.


-SynikaL

 

[Night Avenger]

My motto:

"Well at least Lucario is in..."

Seriously Sakurai, UPDATE HIM! X3

 

[PWtCB]

Seriously, I was extremely content when the game was first annouced with MetaKnight in it (Big Kirby fan I am). I was sure I was going to buy the game when I first even knew that they would make another one because I knew they wouldn<t dissapoint me. I would be satisfied with the 35 char roster. I would be a bit put out with some of the characters theorized (wind waker link and ROB?? WTF dammit) but I'm pretty sure that the game will be excellent in every other way.

 

[volbound1700]

700 developers? LOL. I think you should reexamine your source of information.


-SynikaL

Go read the interview between Iwata and Sakurai. Sakurai stated that between all the contracters and other help (people from game series adding characters and theme from that series in) there where over 700 people involved in creation of brawl.

However, 7 years is ridiculous, interview says it started two years ago when Nintendo was about to come out with the Wii.

 

[saif442050]

I have noticed a lot of people are now angry with Sakurai because people believe the whole "35 roster" theory, which is not proven fact, just a widely held theory, just like the whole "Ness is out" theory and the "Icon" theory and the "Only one Smashball" theory. I say, people just calm down we only have a WEEK, 1 WEEK to go and right now people are threatening to cut their preorders. So people I tell you this, do not doubt Sakurai; he has had almost two years to work on this game, he has had a crazy large team (700 of the best developers around) and is making this game with the intent of making a fans dream.
Just because some prophets band together and say the same things DO NOT make what they say true, so just keep in mind do not believe anything right now. All the wannabe leakers are coming out of the woodwork before the game is released, just to try and guess as close to the real game as possible so they can get some recognition when all is said and done.

Unless it comes from a video, be very wary of pictures and claims right now. I will wait for the actual game to be released in a week before I start worrying over rediculous claims. I suggest you all do the same.

couldt have said it better myself.

 

[Kimosabae]

Go read the interview between Iwata and Sakurai. Sakurai stated that between all the contracters and other help (people from game series adding characters and theme from that series in) there where over 700 people involved in creation of brawl.

However, 7 years is ridiculous, interview says it started two years ago when Nintendo was about to come out with the Wii.

He stated that around 700 names would have to be in the credits for many of those involved with the game (in very indirect fashions) but there was about a 100 man development team.

700 people working directly on any one project is preposterous and likely doomed to failure.


-SynikaL

 

[MattVid]

How can I be mad? I am still very excited for this game.

The roster will still be a strong one at 35, however, I think that is cutting it short to be honest. I expect to see around 40ish characters total, but we shall see.

The only thing that kind of had me upset was the further delay of another month. I pre-order it and the next week it is delayed, I was not a happy camper. So I had to buy a couple more games to tide me over until then

But this game is seriously going to be great. Probably one of the best ones on the Wii, with the most replay value for sure. I am definitely ready for release

EDIT: And yea, 700ish total people, but 100ish full-time devs. Still. 2 years development with a 100ish people working on it is something that a computer MMORPG would be needing for completion. This is a fighting game! I expect there to be some amazing things that are not yet revealed with this one.

 

[Wiseguy]

Okay, I'll say this here:

If people are threatening to cancel their preorders and boycott the game just because of Brawl's roster, then they are not Smash Bros fans.

True fans actually stick with this game regardless of what happens.

Completely true. I'd put that in my sig if I, you know, could. (Stupid bet.)

Anyway, I think one thing is being overlooked. If Sakurai's spent this long on a 35 character roste, that also means they have spent months and months and months making the characters as balanced and polished as humanly possible. I know a COMPLETELY balanced game is pure fantasy, but I think there should be alot of improvement in this area compared to Melee (what were they smoking when they expected Kirby to be on an even footing with Fox?). Anyway, I'd settle for a 35 character roster if it guaranteed that Brawl would be the best playing Smash Bros to date.