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Super Smash Bros. is not distinguished At Evo 2022, the biggest fighting game event of the year. The Sony-owned esports organization announced the loss of the platformer in a statement today on TwitterAnd he seems to blame the decision on Nintendo, which in the past has tried to tightly control how their games are presented in the wild.
After revealing the full lineup of games to be played at Evo 2022 in a live stream on March 8th on Twitch, the organization has anticipate questions Smash Bros. By saying in advance that it will not be included. “We would like to let you know in advance Super Smash Bros. “They will never appear again,” wrote the Evo organizers. Since 2007, we’ve seen historic Super Smash Bros moments created at Evo events. We are saddened that Nintendo has decided not to continue that legacy with us this year.”
Evo was only online last year due to the pandemic, and 2020 canceled due to allegations of sexual misconduct Against the then CEO of the tournament. before , Smash Bros. Ultimate I was Presented at the 2019 event. Smash Bros.and later Smash Bros. Weg UBoth become a key part of the championship series each year, resulting in some competitive fixtures and current moments Important moments in the history of esports Along with legacies from fighting game series like street fighter And the Tekken.
However, Nintendo hasn’t always played well with the Evo. the Mario-Manufacturer Infamous tried to shut down brawl Championship at Evo 2013and insisted on not allowing the tournament to be broadcast live Smash Bros. Matches. But after a backlash from fans and players, the company eventually caved.
March 2021, Sony announced it would buy the Evo. And last November, Nintendo announced it would be working with Panda Global to… own hosts Smash Bros. competition courseHowever, the company has not yet revealed any details about the start of the series. It is unclear whether these competing developments played a role in this decision.
“Nintendo has enjoyed interacting with fans at previous Evo tournaments and I wish the show’s organizers the very best in their new venture.” Nintendo spokesperson he said then. “We will continue to evaluate Evo and other opportunities as we plan for the future, both online and offline Super Smash Bros.. championship activity.
nintendo, sony, Evo did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Evo 2022 could have been the first time Super Smash Bros. It would have been shown at the event with all available downloadable characters. Three years after the release, Nintendo revealed this last October Kingdom Hearts Sure He will be the 86th and final fighter in the game. Melee supporter and former EVO winner, Juan “Hungrybox” Debiedma, I recommended Players will host their own tournament in Las Vegas on August 5th, the same weekend as Evo 2022.
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