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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Celebrates 6th Anniversary

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, the beloved all-star brawling game, is celebrating its sixth anniversary this week. Fans from all corners of the globe have come together on social media and various online platforms to commemorate this milestone.

A Look Back at Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Originally released exclusively for the Nintendo Switch on December 7, 2018, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate quickly captured the hearts of gamers everywhere. Over the years, the game received numerous major updates and two DLC Fighter Passes, keeping players engaged and excited.

The game’s popularity is evident in its sales figures, with Nintendo reporting that Super Smash Bros. Ultimate has sold over 35 million units worldwide. This impressive number solidifies its position as the third best-selling game on the Switch, following closely behind Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.

The Future of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

While major updates for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate concluded earlier this year with the release of the final DLC fighter Sora from Kingdom Hearts, the game continues to receive spirit updates and new content. The most recent update, Version 13.0.3, was rolled out in October 2024.

Fans eagerly await news of what’s next for the Super Smash Bros. series, with creator and director Masahiro Sakurai hinting at a new project in the works. Details about the upcoming game remain shrouded in mystery, sparking speculation and excitement among the community.

Share Your Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Memories

As we celebrate the sixth anniversary of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, we invite you to share your favorite memories and experiences with the game. Are you still playing six years later? What are your hopes for the future of the series? Let us know in the comments below.

Liam, a dedicated news writer and reviewer for Nintendo Life and Pure Xbox, reflects on his 15 years of experience writing about games. A lifelong fan of iconic characters like Mario and Master Chief, Liam continues to bring the latest gaming news to readers worldwide. Connect with him on Twitter/X to join the conversation.