Nintendo has been truly hyping up audiences today at its E3 2019 press conference, where it has been revealing some interesting DLC characters planned forSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate.The latest was a surprise appearance by everyone’s favorite bear and bird team from theBanjo-Kazooieseries.
After a bit of a fake-out from that irksomeDuck Huntdog in a cinematic opening, Banjo and his pal Kazooie descend from the sky and slam down right on top of him in a very satisfying display. What follows is a peek at how Banjo handles himself in a fight, which includes plenty of help from Kazooie, of course.
Banjo will use a plethora of moves from his series of games, along with familiar items like eggs and gold feathers. Spiral Mountain, the opening area ofBanjo-Kazooiewill be available as a fighting stage inSmash Bros. Ultimate, where the wicked Gruntilda makes an appearance. Audiences also got a look at Banjo’s Ultimate, which calls on the power of the mighty Jinjos. According to the trailer, Banjo will make it to the game some time in Fall 2019.
While the trailer came as a surprise to many,rumors thatBanjo-Kazooiewere comingtoSuperSmashBros.have been circulating for many days before the press event. Fans were on the edge of their seats during the presentation, hoping these rumors panned out, and thankfully, they did. There are a lot of characters players would love to see added to the game, but Banjo has long been a popular choice. This move by Nintendo is pleasing news to all of those who enjoy the antics of this unlikely duo.
This wasn’t the only bigSmash Bros.news to come from the Nintendo event. Another fighter was announced shortly beforeBanjo-Kazooie. TheDragon QuestHero DLCwill add a new character to the roster that will be able to take on the appearance and abilities of the four different protagonists fromDragon Quest 11,Dragon Quest 8,Dragon Quest 4, andDragon Quest 3.
