Overview
- Shigeru Miyamoto said there are no plans for an Avengers-style Super Smash Bros. ensemble, pushing back on fan theories tied to the new movie.
- Illumination chief Chris Meledandri explained that cameo choices start as ideas for a single scene and only proceed with Miyamoto’s approval.
- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie features brief appearances from other Nintendo series, including Fox McCloud, Pikmin, R.O.B., and Mr. Game & Watch.
- Box office coverage describes the sequel as a hit, with one report saying global ticket sales have topped $400 million.
- Reporting says a Legend of Zelda film is underway, while outlets propose solo spin-offs such as Star Fox, Metroid, Kirby, F-Zero, and Luigi’s Mansion, with any Luigi’s Mansion project characterized as unconfirmed.