A mysterious YouTube account known as malo932 has leaked plans for an entirely new Super Smash Bros. title and a potential Nintendogs revival for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2. The unverified claims surface just days before two scheduled Nintendo Direct presentations, intensifying speculation about the console’s future software lineup.
The Source and Track Record Fueling Nintendo Switch 2 Rumors
Gaming forums and industry watchers have spent recent days dissecting a wave of unverified leaks originating from a YouTube commenter with the handle malo932. While the account lacks formal industry credentials or the established pedigree of top-tier insiders, it has built a notable following due to several remarkably timed predictions. On September 5, 2026, VICE reported that an account called malo932 claims Nintendo is building an all-new Super Smash Bros. title for Switch 2, alongside a revival of the long-dormant Nintendogs series. Within hours, ComicBook, Notebookcheck, Stevivor and Nintendo Everything had all picked up the story, and by September 6 it was the most-discussed Nintendo topic online.
Reporting indicates that the account correctly outlined plans for a Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and a Star Fox project for Nintendo Switch 2 days before those details surfaced elsewhere. Furthermore, the commenter accurately predicted two Nintendo Direct presentations scheduled for September 8 and September 9, 2026, roughly a week before Nintendo made any official announcements. Malo also leaked the two Nintendo Directs taking place on September 8 and 9 a week before they were officially announced. Although NateTheHate received most of the credit for leaks earlier this year regarding Zelda: Ocarina of Time’s remake, malo932 was right on that as well. This person also said that a new Switch Sports game was on the way – which turned out to be Nintendo Switch Sports Resort.
Despite this track record, outlets covering the claims caution that the source’s overall history is not entirely bulletproof. As analysts note, the account is not considered an S-tier insider, meaning these latest product reveals must be treated with caution until the hardware manufacturer issues official statements.
What Malo932 Claims About a New Super Smash Bros. and Nintendogs
The most prominent claim points directly to a brand-new entry in the crossover fighting franchise rather than a simple hardware port. Addressing user inquiries on YouTube, the leaker asserted that the company is bypassing a Switch 2 edition of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate in favor of an entirely fresh project. No, a new Smash is in the works,
Malo said in response to a user asking about an Ultimate port.
malo932, via YouTube comments
Industry observers point out that a fresh entry aligns with statements made by series creator Masahiro Sakurai, who has previously expressed reluctance to simply re-release Ultimate given the massive development effort required for that 2018 title. Because Sakurai’s team shipped Kirby Air Riders last year, development on a new Smash title likely only commenced recently, suggesting the game remains years away from store shelves. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate released eight years ago.
Alongside the fighting game, a more cryptic hint suggested the dormant pet simulation series Nintendogs could make a comeback. Writing in an August YouTube comment, the account posted a clue regarding cozy simulation software.
Cozy weird games are strong in Nintendo, and maybe another “forgotten” cozy weird Nintendo series is coming back, barking. Wink wik, woof woof
malo932, via YouTube comments
While the comment never explicitly named the franchise, fans quickly tied the barking references to the Nintendo DS classic. Nintendogs is a pet sim series that got its start on the Nintendo DS in 2005, and it was absolutely massive. To this end, it sold over 23 million copies, making it the second best-selling Nintendo DS game of all time. Second only to New Super Mario Bros. Despite this, it only ever got one sequel, Nintendogs + Cats, which came out in 2011 for the Nintendo 3DS. With 15 years having passed since the last dedicated entry, analysts suggest a low-cost revival fits neatly into the publisher’s strategy for casual and nostalgic software.
A Growing Pipeline and the Upcoming Nintendo Direct
Beyond Smash Bros. and Nintendogs, the same insider has floated several other prospective titles for the hardware generation, including a Super Metroid remake described as close to completion, a new Wario Land title tentatively targeted for 2027, and a new 3D Mario game also eyed for a 2027 launch window.
Nintendo itself has maintained absolute silence regarding these reports, offering neither confirmation nor denial. However, with presentations fast approaching, players will not have to wait long to discover if any of these rumored projects materialize in official software announcements.
