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Nintendo Leaks Hint at New Smash Bros. and Other Titles Ahead of Dual Directs
9/8/2026, 11:31:15 AM
Dual Directs Scheduled for September 8 and the Following Day
Nintendo has announced two separate Direct presentations this week. The first, a Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct, is slated to begin at 10 a.m. ET on September 8 and run for roughly 30 minutes. A second, broader Nintendo Direct is expected the next day, giving the company space to reveal additional hardware and software news. Nintendo confirmed that the Zelda Direct will include more details on the upcoming remake of *The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time*.
Leaker Malo932’s Recent Predictions and Track Record
Leaker Malo932—active on YouTube and known for prior accurate forecasts—has recently been credited with correctly predicting the Zelda Direct and the *Ocarina of Time* remake. According to a Nintendo-online report dated October 22, 2026, the leaker’s past calls have bolstered his credibility among fans, prompting heightened attention to his newest claims.
Leaked Game Lineup and Expected Release Windows
Malo932 alleges that Nintendo is developing a brand-new *Super Smash Bros.* installment rather than a simple update to *Ultimate*, a surprise given the series’ 38 million-copy sales record (the third-best-selling Switch title). Additional titles mentioned include:
- A new *Nintendogs* entry, the first since *Nintendogs + Cats* (2011).
- A fresh *Star Fox* adventure.
- A remake of *Super Metroid*.
- A new *Wario Land* game, possibly slated for 2027.
- A new 3-D *Mario* title, also hinted for 2027.
- Additional *Mario Kart* content in 2027, potentially featuring Fox McCloud.
These claims remain unverified by Nintendo and are presented as leaker speculation.
Potential Market Impact and Context
If realized, a new *Smash Bros.* could extend the franchise’s momentum beyond the 38 million-copy success of *Ultimate*. Nintendo’s marketing strategy historically relies on surprise announcements; however, the proliferation of leaks may diminish that effect, giving fans a clearer view of the company’s pipeline well into next year. The upcoming Directs will therefore serve as a critical test of how much of the leaker-reported slate translates into official releases.
