Development in parallel with YouTube channel management.

And this is why, surprisingly, all 260 episodes he broadcast were recorded in advance during this time.

Sakurai launched the channel in 2022, with video editing outsourced to another company.

Collage of tonnes of Smash Bros characters

So, what exactly could his mysterious new project be?

Sakurai gives nothing away.

A new Kirby or Kid Icarus game?

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“And there’s no guarantee I’ll remain in good health, either.

Screenshot of Sakurai’s final YouTube video showing cartoon of him sat at a desk working

Screenshot of Sakurai’s final YouTube video showing designer sat on a couch detailing his next project

Screenshot of Sakurai’s final YouTube video showing cartoon of him working surrounded by flames