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Questions about Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U first announced?

Former Nintendo CEO Satoru Iwata first announced a new Super Smash Bros. game for the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U at E3 in June 2011.

Who developed Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U?

The game became a joint effort between Bandai Namco Studios and Sora Ltd., with staff from Soulcalibur and Tekken assisting series creator Masahiro Sakurai.

What dates did downloadable characters release for Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U?

Seven downloadable additions released between April 2015 and February 2016, starting with Mewtwo on the 28th of April 2015 and ending with Corrin and Bayonetta on the 3rd of February 2016.

How many copies of Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U were sold worldwide?

By September 2022 the 3DS version reached 9.64 million copies globally while Wii U hit 5.38 million units sold.

When did online services end for Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U?

Online multiplayer and services ended on the 8th of April 2024 affecting global connectivity and preventing reinstalling previously bought DLC until resolution arrived the 17th of April 2024.