Nintendo revealed the first gameplay footage for Super Smash Bros. at their E3 2018 direct. They confirmed the character roster for the game and also showcased a trailer that provided a glimpse at what to expect from it.
You can watch the character reveal trailer below. The game is now titled Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and it is set to launch this Fall exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.
The following characters were confirmed at E3 2018. Some of them are accessed as assist trophies while other are fully playable characters.
- Mario
- Samus
- Kirby
- Bowser
- Link
- Donkey Kong
- Fox
- Falco
- Marth
- Zelda
- Sheik
- Villager
- Mewtwo
- Meta Knight
- Sonic
- Peach
- Pikachu
- Ice Climbers
- Inkling
- Captain Falcon
- Wii Fit Trainer
- Zero Suit Samus
- Squirtle
- Charizard
- Ness
- Lucas
- Ryu
- Ganondorf
- Ike
- Cloud
- Solid Snake
- Jiggly Puff
- Pichu
- Roy
- Olimar
- Diddy Kong
- Lucario
- Lucina
- Robin
- Bayonetta
- Mr. Game and Watch
- Greninja
- Dr. Mario
- R.O.B
- Duck Hunt
- Pit
- Dark Pit
- Palutena
- Corrin
- Bowser Jr.
- Toon Link
- Young Link
- King Dedede
- Rosalina and Luma
- Mii Brawler
- Mii Swordfighter
- Mii Gunner
- Wario
- Little Mac
- Pac-Man
- Shulk
- Wolf
- Mega Man
- Ridley
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate will also feature 8-player battles this time. The is set to launch on December 5th, 2018 exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.