Fans Let Loose As Super Smash Bros. Goes Missing From EVO 2022 Lineup
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The fighting game genre has seen a much-needed resurgence in popularity over the last few years. Titles like Street Fighter IV, amongst others, have been a breath of fresh air for eager fans. As the industry continues moving forward, the community hopes to see more exciting titles and innovations in the genre. But in a shocking move, Nintendo recently announced Super Smash Bros. will not return to EVO 2022.
It was an immense blow to the fanbase that felt the game was synonymous with the tournament. And it seems the fans still can’t wrap their heads around the decision.
Granblue Fantasy: Versus confirmed for EVO 2022. Last game announcement will be Skullgirls 2nd Encore pic.twitter.com/bzGkUVfxNb
— Wario64 (@Wario64) March 9, 2022
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Nintendo fans miss Super Smash Bros. at EVO
Across the years Super Smash Bros. has not only been a constant at EVO but has been the source of some of its most memorable moments. From underdogs rising to prominence to the infamous Bayonetta moment at Evo 2018’s Smash 4 grand finals. It’s not an understatement to call Super Smash Bros. a mainstay of the Evolution Championship Series.
Therefore, when Nintendo announced the game wouldn’t return to EVO 2022, it was an immense surprise for the community. Especially since the series has featured in the tournament since 2007. The Japanese video game giant did not explain the cause of this drastic decision, but fans have theorized Sony’s purchase of EVO might have contributed to it.
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The official EVO twitter handle also put out a statement on the matter on February 26:
“Since 2007, we’ve seen historic Super Smash Bros. moments created at Evo’s events. We are saddened that Nintendo has chosen not to continue that legacy with us this year. In the future, we hope to once again celebrate the Super Smash Bros. community alongside them.”
As can be expected, EVO isn’t the only one missing the title in their lineup.
Some fans have a very emotional outlook on the matter.
Hate Nintendo for being dumb
— TriZard | XENOBLADE 3 (@TriforceZard) March 9, 2022
While some seem obsessed with the title.
Smash 64, smash melee, smash brawl, smash 3ds, smash Wii u, smash ultimate, super smash flash 1 and 2, fortnite.
— koop (@coop_offical) March 9, 2022
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But one thing is for sure, it’s just not the same without Super Smash Bros.
This Evo is gonna be different without Super Smash Bros. I'll still tune in https://t.co/6oBsTIhwES
— Zombi (@ZombiAssassin) March 9, 2022
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Fans sorely miss the prominent Nintendo title in the fighting game tournament’s roster this year. But maybe Panda Global and Nintendo of America’s first officially licensed Super Smash Bros. circuit would ease those feelings.
Tell us your thoughts in the comments below!
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