Rumors are swirling that Halo’s iconic protagonist, Master Chief, may soon join the ranks of fighters in Super Smash Bros, especially in light of recent discussions regarding Microsoft titles potentially making their way to Nintendo’s upcoming Switch 2.
As gaming enthusiasts speculate about the future of the next Nintendo console, excitement is building. Reliable industry insiders have been sharing insights about what to expect. Notably, NateTheHate revealed in a recent podcast episode that the *Halo: Master Chief Collection* is likely to debut on both PS5 and Switch 2. This speculation gained traction with support from Jez Corden of Windows Central, who emphasized that Microsoft’s forthcoming games might indeed reach Nintendo’s platform.
“Microsoft is just going to fully embrace that any game… will at some point find its way to PS5 and/or Switch 2,” NateTheHate remarked. “It’s just going to be a question of when. It could be six months later, it could be 12 months later but I think that at some point anything coming out this year will find its way to other systems.”
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NateTheHate also hinted that Microsoft’s partnership with Nintendo positions them to be strong supporters of the Switch 2’s launch, fueling anticipation among Smash Bros fans.
Could Master Chief Join Smash Bros. at Last?
The *Super Smash Bros* series has consistently broadened its horizons by incorporating third-party characters since *Brawl* on the Wii. Each subsequent installment, including *Smash 4* and *Ultimate*, has further diversified its roster.
In particular, *Super Smash Bros. Ultimate* showcased a notably collaborative effort between Nintendo and Microsoft, allowing fan-favorites like Banjo Kazooie and Minecraft Steve to participate in the epic crossover. Moreover, players could don costumes inspired by popular Bethesda franchises such as *Doom*, *Elder Scrolls*, and *Fallout*.
As *Ultimate* concluded its DLC lineup with Kingdom Hearts’ Sora, many in the gaming community sensed a missed opportunity for Master Chief’s inclusion. Halo Community Manager John Junyszek even expressed hopes on social media that the legendary Spartan would one day battle alongside gaming icons like Mario and Sonic.
The prospect of seeing Master Chief join *Smash* has become more feasible. Masahiro Sakurai hinted that, despite announcing retirement, he remains interested in collaborating with Nintendo for a successor to *Ultimate*.
With the extensive roster of characters already in *Ultimate*, the future direction for the franchise—whether it involves a complete reboot or a Deluxe Edition with added fighters and stages—is a topic of speculation among fans.
As excitement builds, the introduction of a long-awaited character like Master Chief in a new *Smash* game could serve as a significant marketing strategy to engage audiences. The crossover potential between Halo and Nintendo titles not only supports the case for Master Chief’s inclusion but can also enhance the promotional visibility of Switch 2 games.
The gaming landscape is evolving, and as new information emerges, it looks increasingly possible that we could witness a crossover between iconic characters—Master Chief, Sonic, and Mario—united in one legendary fighting game.
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