Masahiro Sakurai Wraps Up YouTube Series on Game Design

Masahiro Sakurai, the creator of Super Smash Bros., has been making waves on YouTube with his channel focused on game design and development. Recently, he announced that he has finished recording the final episode for his channel, but fans will have to wait a while before it's released. Throughout the lifespan of his channel, Sakurai has shared valuable insights on various aspects of game design, including sound, graphics, controls, animation, and more.

Since launching his YouTube channel in 2022, Sakurai has amassed close to 600k subscribers on his English channel, surpassing multiple milestones along the way. While he has not revealed the exact reason for wrapping up his channel, fans speculate that it may be related to the next installment of Super Smash Bros. at Nintendo. Despite this speculation, Sakurai remains focused on creating games and has hinted at the possibility of another Super Smash Bros. game in the future.

In his YouTube series, Sakurai delved into the development of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, offering fans a glimpse into the intricate world of game design. He shared interesting tidbits like how every fighter in the game has a similar win rate, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the popular franchise. Despite uncertainties about the future of Super Smash Bros., Sakurai remains optimistic about his role in the series, stating, "I can't imagine a Smash Bros. title without me."

As the gaming community eagerly awaits the release of the final episode on Sakurai's channel, they can still enjoy his previous uploads, including videos on attack collision in games and the history of gaming. With Sakurai's expertise and passion for game development, fans can expect more exciting projects from him in the future. Stay tuned for updates on Masahiro Sakurai's next gaming endeavors and the potential for a new Super Smash Bros. title.

IGN freelance reporter Ryan Dinsdale has been following Sakurai's journey closely and will continue to provide insights into the gaming industry. Whether it's discussing the latest developments in The Witcher series or uncovering secrets in the world of gaming, Dinsdale is your go-to source for all things gaming-related. With Sakurai's legacy in game development and his impact on the Super Smash Bros. series, the gaming community eagerly anticipates what the future holds for this iconic creator.