New Super Smash Bros. Switch 2 game leaks before September Nintendo Direct

The Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake will likely take center stage at the September 8th Nintendo Direct. However, speculation is rampant about what first-party Switch 2 games may appear the next day. According to the source who leaked the timing of the events and the modernized Zelda, a follow-up to Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is on the way.

Flying under the radar

Malo392 is not a well-known insider, but in March 2026, they made surprisingly accurate predictions. In a YouTube comment, the individual posted a list of upcoming projects that included the Ocarina of Time remake. Additionally, they disclosed a “classic” Star Fox entry before the reputable NateTheHate and the publisher announced it.

The leaker recently teased the Nintendo Directs, now set for September 8th and 9th. Of course, gamers are scouring malo392’s YouTube comments for more insights. One discovery came under a video that discussed a potential Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Switch 2 edition. The message reads, “No, a new Smash is in the works.”

In May 2026, insider Reece “Kiwi Talkz” Reilly also reported that a fresh Super Smash Bros. game was planned. Yet, he later cautioned that it may not be a new title.

Many fighting enthusiasts believe that an upgrade for the popular original Switch release is inevitable. Although it’s backward compatible with the new console, developers can enhance the visuals or add characters. Yet, Nintendo could opt to add a new chapter to the Masahiro Sakurai franchise instead.

What's a realistic release date?

Unfortunately, without an upgrade in the meantime, players will likely need patience for a Super Smash Bros. Switch 2 game. After Kirby Air Riders shipped in November 2025, Sakurai is free to return to the party brawler. Still, such an endeavor would take years, making even a Nintendo Direct debut questionable.

The imminent broadcasts could also feature other titles alluded to by malo392. Like NateTheHate, they leaked a new 3D Mario experience targeting 2027. Another possibility is the return of Nintendogs (see comments). The pet simulator would complement the latest handheld’s touchscreen, internal mic, and Joy-Cons.