Super Smash Bros. Ultimate: Sakurai Presents Pyra & Mythra DLC in Upcoming Nintendo Direct

Nintendo continues to captivate its fans with exciting updates for Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate, one of the Nintendo Switch’s best-selling titles.

Following a surprise reveal in last week’s Nintendo Direct, Pyra and Mythra—popular characters from Xenoblade Chronicles 2—are officially joining the expansive roster as the latest DLC fighters.

This marks another significant milestone in the ongoing support and content updates that have helped Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate sustain its massive popularity on the Nintendo Switch platform. To offer enthusiasts an in-depth introduction to these new fighters, Nintendo has announced a special livestream event: "Sakurai Presents Pyra & Mythra." This broadcast will be hosted by the game’s esteemed director, Masahiro Sakurai, and is scheduled for March 4th at 6 a.m.

Pacific Time.

During the approximately 35-minute presentation, Sakurai will provide a comprehensive breakdown of Pyra and Mythra's unique moves, gameplay mechanics, and fighting style within Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate.

Fans can also look forward to an official release date announcement for the highly anticipated DLC. Nintendo of America officially shared the news through its Twitter account, inviting viewers to "tune in on March 4 at 6 a.m.

PT for an in-depth look at the new Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate DLC fighter, Pyra/Mythra, with Director Masahiro Sakurai.

He will also reveal the fighter's release date." This presentation underscores Nintendo’s commitment to keeping the Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate experience fresh and engaging well into its lifecycle. Since its release on December 7, 2018, Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate has established itself as a cornerstone of the Nintendo eShop and among physical sales, surpassing 25 million copies sold worldwide as of 2021.

The addition of Pyra and Mythra extends the game’s robust fighter lineup, which is celebrated for featuring characters from a wide spectrum of iconic franchises.

Developed by Sora Ltd.

and led by Sakurai, Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate is recognized for its innovative mechanics, deep competitive scene, and substantial DLC roadmap that continually introduces new content for players. Fans are encouraged to mark their calendars for the upcoming Sakurai Presents livestream, where they will get an exclusive look at Pyra and Mythra in action.

The imminent arrival of these Xenoblade Chronicles 2 representatives demonstrates Nintendo’s ongoing strategy of surprising its audience while supporting one of the Nintendo Switch’s most important titles.

For all the latest news on Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate, the Nintendo eShop, and upcoming Nintendo Direct events, be sure to stay connected to official Nintendo channels and trusted gaming news outlets.

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