We've been tracking a new round of claims about Nintendo's next slate, and if true, it would be a huge shake-up. Per Nintendo Life, a YouTube user calling themself malo392 has been credited with several predictions and has now claimed a fresh set of projects are in development — including a brand new Super Smash Bros. title that is explicitly not a port of Smash Bros. Ultimate.
What Was Reported
According to Nintendo Life, and compiled by Centro Leaks, malo392 has made a long list of claims allegedly coming from inside Nintendo. The headline claim is that a new Super Smash Bros. game is in development. Other projects reportedly on the list include a new Nintendogs, a new 3D Mario, a pixel-art remake of Super Metroid, a new Star Fox adventure game, and a new Wario Land.
On top of fresh entries, the list allegedly contains DLC and crossover details: Mario Kart World DLC is said to be in the works and will feature Fox McCloud. Crucially, all of these claims are said to be launching in 2027, which Nintendo Life suggests — if true — would pair with Pokémon Winds & Waves to form a blockbuster year.
The report also notes that malo392 previously predicted the existence of two Nintendo Directs this week in a YouTube comment three days before the official announcement, and allegedly called Star Fox for Switch 2, the Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort correctly. A separate YouTube comment from malo392 reportedly appeared before a similar claim from another known leaker, NateTheHate.
The Source & Credibility
Proven Predictions
Per Nintendo Life, the reason malo392 is drawing attention is that some of their earlier claims appear to have been accurate. That includes correctly predicting both Nintendo Directs this week and other specific titles. VGC is also referenced in relation to the Direct prediction.
Why Skepticism Still Applies
We should be clear: these are claims from a leaker on YouTube, collated by Centro Leaks and reported by Nintendo Life. While some past predictions attributed to the same user have reportedly landed, accuracy on earlier calls does not guarantee every new claim is true. Take this with a pinch of salt — some community voices quoted in the source urge caution and warn against overhyping before official confirmation.
What It Could Mean
If any of these claims are accurate, the implications for Nintendo's pipeline and first-party focus are significant. A brand new Super Smash Bros. that is not a port of Smash Bros. Ultimate implies a fresh core entry rather than incremental updates. A new core 3D Mario and a new Star Fox adventure would mark major investments in Nintendo's mainline franchises. Meanwhile, a pixel-art remake of Super Metroid and a revival of Wario Land suggest Nintendo might be exploring both retro reimaginings and returns for niche but beloved series.
There are also crossover and content implications: Mario Kart World DLC featuring Fox McCloud would be a notable guest inclusion, and the suggested 2027 launch window for many of these projects — if true — would position Nintendo for an unusually crowded year alongside Pokémon Winds & Waves.
We also note that some claims touch on hardware-era specifics: the leaker reportedly predicted Star Fox for Switch 2. For readers who want more on how the Direct scheduling lines up with these rumors, see our earlier report on Nintendo To Hold Two Directs Back-To-Back — Zelda 40th Then Full Presentation, and for additional context about Switch 2 rumours, check our piece on Switch 2.
Why This Matters
Whether or not every item on the list proves accurate, the claims are already shaping community expectations. Leakers who build a track record can dramatically raise the stakes for Nintendo reveals, and that can affect both fan reactions and how surprises land during official presentations. If even a portion of these projects exist and aim for 2027, it would represent a concentrated burst of first-party output.
That said, the only way to know for sure is official confirmation. We’re treating these claims as exciting but unverified — allegedly promising, but still rumours until Nintendo speaks. As ever, take this with a pinch of salt. We’ll be watching closely and will report any official announcements as they arrive.
