Little Mac Joins Smash Bros., Iwata Reaffirms the Game Will Launch in 2014

Too bad Doc Louis doesn't run around the background like Pokémon Trainer.

Dan Van Winkle

Published: Feb 13, 2014 05:19 pm

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Tonight’s Nintendo Direct started with a bang and a KO. Little Mac was officially announced as the newest cast member in Smash Bros. for Wii U and 3DS. Also, while there’s still no firm date, Nintendo president Iwata stated once again that the game will launch in 2014, which is no doubt a priority for Nintendo to boost hardware sales this year.

Mac boasts his own special feature (at least, it seems to be unique to him) in the game, which allows him to build up a special charge meter to add more power to his attacks. Here he is in action:

(via Nintendo)

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Dan Van Winkle

Dan Van Winkle (he) is an editor and manager who has been working in digital media since 2013, first at now-defunct Geekosystem (RIP), and then at The Mary Sue starting in 2014, specializing in gaming, science, and technology. Outside of his professional experience, he has been active in video game modding and development as a hobby for many years. He lives in North Carolina with Lisa Brown (his wife) and Liz Lemon (their dog), both of whom are the best, and you will regret challenging him at Smash Bros.