Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Direct Announced for August 8th: All the Details from Nintendo

Nintendo of America has officially announced that a new Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate Direct livestream will air on August 8, delighting fans eager for the latest updates.

Set to begin at 7:00 a.m.

PT, this much-anticipated broadcast will feature exclusive information about Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate, delivered directly by the game’s longtime director, Masahiro Sakurai. Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate, released exclusively for the Nintendo Switch, has become a flagship title for Nintendo since its launch in December 2018.

The crossover fighting game brings together an unparalleled roster of characters from across gaming, earning widespread critical acclaim and record-breaking sales milestones.

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Ultimate is among the best-selling games on the Nintendo Switch, surpassing more than 31 million copies sold worldwide according to Nintendo’s official sales data. Nintendo regularly communicates major updates and announcements to its fanbase through its Nintendo Direct presentations and livestreams.

With each Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate Direct, the company has historically revealed new fighters, stages, downloadable content, and balance changes, making these events must-watch moments for the competitive and casual communities alike. The August 8th livestream, confirmed via the official Nintendo Versus Twitter account, will see Masahiro Sakurai providing detailed insights into the latest game developments.

In a statement shared by Nintendo Versus, fans were invited to “tune in on August 8 at 7 a.m.

PT for a Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate Direct livestream, featuring new game information delivered by director Masahiro Sakurai.” Since its debut, Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate has played a major role in Nintendo’s ongoing support for the fighting game genre, hosting regular esports tournaments and releasing a comprehensive slate of DLC fighters via the eShop, further expanding its appeal.

The game’s continued success reflects the passion of both the development team and the vibrant community of players it has united. For fans and industry watchers, the upcoming Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate Direct promises a fresh look at one of Nintendo’s most influential franchises.

Make sure to set your reminders for August 8th at 7:00 a.m.

PT and stay tuned for comprehensive coverage and post-livestream analysis across official Nintendo channels and gaming news outlets.

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