Now that Starfield is out (well, almost), it's back to the usual cycle of Bloodborne, GTA 6, and Super Smash Bros. rumors once again. Just like clockwork, everyone is scratching their heads, wondering what could be coming next for the best-selling franchise. What's sparking this frenzy, you ask? None other than Papa Genos, a Nintendo leaker who is either a messiah of truth or a conjurer of disappointment, depending on who you ask. The track record is spotty, but some info like the Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 leak and Metroid Prime Remaster has been on point. So, while some loathe his smug demeanor, others are keen to see if the rumors hold any water.

Now, let's get to the meat of it. Papa Genos has been touting some pretty vague claims, only noting that the franchise could be "returning in some capacity sometime soon." A new game? Probably not. Series director Masahiro Sakuraihas been vocal about not even having started development on any fresh installment. And let's be real; Sakurai sees Super Smash Bros. as his baby, a game tied to his identity. He's expressed a strong sentiment that it would be a herculean task to separate him from the franchise. At the same time, there's been no official peep from Nintendo, so we're in the realm of rumor and conjecture here.