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The '''Electronic Entertainment Expo''', better known as '''E3''' or '''E<sup>3</sup>''', | The '''Electronic Entertainment Expo''', better known as '''E3''' or '''E<sup>3</sup>''', is an annual game conference that has been held in Los Angeles, California; Atlanta, Georgia; and Santa Monica, California since 1995. In addition to their hardware and other series, [[Nintendo]] has showcased many new developments concerning the ''{{b|Super Smash Bros.|series}}'' series since 2001. | ||
==E3 2001== | ==E3 2001== | ||
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*{{SSBM|Peach}} | *{{SSBM|Peach}} | ||
*{{SSBM|Bowser}} | *{{SSBM|Bowser}} | ||
*{{SSBM|Yoshi}} | |||
*{{SSBM|Donkey Kong}} | *{{SSBM|Donkey Kong}} | ||
*{{SSBM|Link}} | *{{SSBM|Link}} | ||
*{{SSBM|Sheik}} | *{{SSBM|Sheik}} | ||
*{{SSBM|Samus}} | *{{SSBM|Samus}} | ||
*{{SSBM|Kirby}} | *{{SSBM|Kirby}} | ||
*{{SSBM|Fox}} | *{{SSBM|Fox}} | ||
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===Stages=== | ===Stages=== | ||
*[[Princess Peach's Castle]] | *[[Princess Peach's Castle]] | ||
*[[Yoshi's Story]] | |||
*[[Yoshi's Island (SSBM)|Yoshi's Island]] | |||
*[[Jungle Japes]] | *[[Jungle Japes]] | ||
*[[Great Bay]] | *[[Great Bay]] | ||
*[[Temple]] | *[[Temple]] | ||
*[[Brinstar]] | *[[Brinstar]] | ||
*[[Fountain of Dreams]] | *[[Fountain of Dreams]] | ||
*[[Corneria]] | *[[Corneria]] | ||
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===Notes=== | ===Notes=== | ||
*Oddly, every time a character uses a [[grab]] in the trailer, they are shown to shield first, meaning that the actors are always using the shield+attack inputs instead of the grab button. | *Oddly, every time a character uses a [[grab]] in the trailer, they are shown to shield first, meaning that the actors are always using the shield+attack inputs instead of the grab button. | ||
*While Sheik was revealed as a playable character, the trailer does not mention [[Zelda]], and the demo did not allow Sheik to be played. As a result | *While Sheik was revealed as a playable character, the trailer does not mention [[Zelda]], and the demo did not allow Sheik to be played. As a result Zelda's playability was a secret at this time. | ||
==E3 2005== | ==E3 2005== | ||
At E3 2005, the [[Wii]] was unveiled as the Nintendo Revolution. Alongside a few other games, ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' was announced by [[Satoru Iwata]] | At E3 2005, the [[Wii]] was unveiled as the Nintendo Revolution. Alongside a few other games, ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' was inadvertently announced by [[Satoru Iwata]]. [[Sakurai]] was surprised at this announcement, since Iwata had refrained from informing him of the game's existence. However, he later accepted Iwata's offer to become the game's director. No details about the game were released. | ||
==E3 2006== | ==E3 2006== | ||
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===Characters=== | ===Characters=== | ||
*{{SSBB|Mario}} | *{{SSBB|Mario}} | ||
*{{SSBB|Wario}} | |||
*{{SSBB|Link}} | *{{SSBB|Link}} | ||
*{{SSBB|Samus}} | *{{SSBB|Samus}} | ||
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*{{SSBB|Pikachu}} | *{{SSBB|Pikachu}} | ||
*{{SSBB|Pit}} | *{{SSBB|Pit}} | ||
*{{SSBB|Snake}} | *{{SSBB|Snake}} | ||
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*[[Mario Finale]] | *[[Mario Finale]] | ||
*[[Triforce Slash]] | *[[Triforce Slash]] | ||
* | *[[Zero Laser]] | ||
*[[Cook Kirby]] | *[[Cook Kirby]] | ||
*It was widely believed that the massive [[Wario Waft|fart]] unleashed by Wario at the trailer's false conclusion was to be a Final Smash. | *It was widely believed that the massive [[Wario Waft|fart]] unleashed by Wario at the trailer's false conclusion was to be a Final Smash. | ||
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*[[Battleship Halberd]] | *[[Battleship Halberd]] | ||
*[[Castle Siege]] (first two areas) | *[[Castle Siege]] (first two areas) | ||
*[[Pokémon Stadium 2]] | |||
*[[Skyworld]] | |||
*[[Shadow Moses Island]] | |||
*{{SSBB|Mario Circuit}} | |||
*{{SSBB|Yoshi's Island}} | |||
==E3 2007== | ==E3 2007== | ||
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===Nintendo's E3 2014 Digital Event=== | ===Nintendo's E3 2014 Digital Event=== | ||
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During June 10th, 2014 at 9:00 AM [[wikipedia:Pacific Time Zone|PTZ]], Nintendo released an E3 2014 video presentation in the form of a Digital Event. The video featured [[wikipedia:Reggie Fils-Aime|Reggie Fils-Aime]] (President and CEO of Nintendo of America) and [[wikipedia:Satoru Iwata|Satoru Iwata]] (then-President and CEO of Nintendo Co., Ltd) in scenes of combat, culminating in a sequence that revealed {{SSB4|Mii Fighter}} as a playable set of characters. [[amiibo]] figurines were also unveiled with proper terminology. ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U'' was stated to be a pioneer, being the first Nintendo game to feature interaction with such figurines. At the end of the presentation, animated footage was shown of [[Link]] and [[Pit]] both engaged in battle, subsequently indicating {{SSB4|Palutena}}'s presence as a playable fighter in ''Super Smash Bros. 4''. | During June 10th, 2014 at 9:00 AM [[wikipedia:Pacific Time Zone|PTZ]], Nintendo released an E3 2014 video presentation in the form of a Digital Event. The video featured [[wikipedia:Reggie Fils-Aime|Reggie Fils-Aime]] (President and CEO of Nintendo of America) and [[wikipedia:Satoru Iwata|Satoru Iwata]] (then-President and CEO of Nintendo Co., Ltd) in scenes of combat, culminating in a sequence that revealed {{SSB4|Mii Fighter}} as a playable set of characters. [[amiibo]] figurines were also unveiled with proper terminology. ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U'' was stated to be a pioneer, being the first Nintendo game to feature interaction with such figurines. At the end of the presentation, animated footage was shown of [[Link]] and [[Pit]] both engaged in battle, subsequently indicating {{SSB4|Palutena}}'s presence as a playable fighter in ''Super Smash Bros. 4''. | ||
===''Super Smash Bros. 4'' Roundtable=== | ===''Super Smash Bros. 4'' Roundtable=== | ||
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There was also a 90-minute developer discussion regarding ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'', including [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDsmjbifWUk a segment] hosted by [[Masahiro Sakurai]] that consisted of {{SSB4|Pac-Man}}'s revelation amidst the showcasing of other features. | There was also a 90-minute developer discussion regarding ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'', including [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDsmjbifWUk a segment] hosted by [[Masahiro Sakurai]] that consisted of {{SSB4|Pac-Man}}'s revelation amidst the showcasing of other features. | ||
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===Revealed characters=== | ===Revealed characters=== | ||
*{{SSB4|Mii Fighter}} | *{{SSB4|Mii Fighter}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Palutena}} | *{{SSB4|Palutena}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Pac-Man}} | *{{SSB4|Pac-Man}} | ||
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*{{SSB4|Luigi}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-3}} | *{{SSB4|Luigi}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-3}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Bowser}} {{GameIcon|ssb4}} | *{{SSB4|Bowser}} {{GameIcon|ssb4}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Rosalina | *{{SSB4|Rosalina}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-u}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Yoshi}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-3}} | |||
*{{SSB4|Donkey Kong}} {{GameIcon|ssb4}} | *{{SSB4|Donkey Kong}} {{GameIcon|ssb4}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Link}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-u}} | *{{SSB4|Link}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-u}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Zelda}} {{GameIcon|ssb4}} | |||
*{{SSB4|Sheik}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-3}} | *{{SSB4|Sheik}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-3}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Toon Link}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-3}} | *{{SSB4|Toon Link}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-3}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Samus}} {{GameIcon|ssb4}} | *{{SSB4|Samus}} {{GameIcon|ssb4}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-u}} | *{{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}} {{GameIcon|ssb4-u}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Kirby}} {{GameIcon|ssb4}} | *{{SSB4|Kirby}} {{GameIcon|ssb4}} | ||
*{{SSB4|Fox}} {{GameIcon|ssb4}} | *{{SSB4|Fox}} {{GameIcon|ssb4}} | ||
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==E3 2015== | ==E3 2015== | ||
The E3 event took place from June 16, 2015 to June 18, 2015. Nintendo announced on their [https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/607910067447472129 Twitter account] that [[Masahiro Sakurai|Sakurai]] will be hosting a video presentation on June 14th, two days prior to the event itself. It announced the paid downloadable content which includes | The E3 event took place from June 16, 2015 to June 18, 2015. Nintendo announced on their [https://twitter.com/NintendoAmerica/status/607910067447472129 Twitter account] that [[Masahiro Sakurai|Sakurai]] will be hosting a video presentation on June 14th, two days prior to the event itself. It announced the paid downloadable content which includes [[Lucas (SSB4)|Lucas]], [[Roy (SSB4)|Roy]], and [[Capcom]]'s [[Ryu (SSB4)|Ryu]] as DLC fighters, as well as a returning 64 stage, [[Dream Land 64]], and new [[Mii Fighter]] costumes. In addition, an update was released which added the [[Miiverse]] stage for free. All off this was available for purchase immediately after the presentation. It also teased at the return of the [[Hyrule Castle]] and [[Peach's Castle]] 64 stages some time in the future. In addition, the 2015 {{s|mariowiki|Nintendo World Championships}} featured {{forwiiu}} as the fourth stage of the competition along with an exhibition match featuring [[Jigglypuff (SSB4)|Jigglypuff]] and Ryu in a Final Destination match with a special appearance by {{sm|Hungrybox}} and [[Reggie Fils-Aimé]]. | ||
==E3 2018== | ==E3 2018== | ||
The ''Nintendo Direct: E3 2018'' on June 12th (9:00 am PT / 12:00 pm ET) 2018 showcased the first look at | The ''Nintendo Direct: E3 2018'' on June 12th (9:00 am PT / 12:00 pm ET) 2018 showcased the first look at [[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]] for [[Nintendo Switch]]. All previously playable veterans were confirmed playable. In addition, Inklings, Daisy and Ridley were formally confirmed for the roster. New and returning items, stages and features were shown off as well. | ||
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Additionally, Nintendo [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpFgh36jb88 announced] that they would be holding an [[Tournament:Super Smash Bros. Invitational 2018|invitational tournament]] also on June 12th, featuring the new ''Super Smash Bros.'' title. | Additionally, Nintendo has [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpFgh36jb88 announced] that they would be holding an [[Tournament:Super Smash Bros. Invitational 2018|invitational tournament]] also on June 12th, featuring the new ''Super Smash Bros.'' title. | ||
===Revealed characters=== | ===Revealed characters=== | ||
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===Playable characters=== | ===Playable characters=== | ||
*{{SSBU|Mario}} | *{{SSBU|Mario}} | ||
*{{SSBU|Bowser}} | *{{SSBU|Bowser}} | ||
*{{SSBU|Donkey Kong}} | *{{SSBU|Donkey Kong}} | ||
*{{SSBU|Link}} | *{{SSBU|Link}} | ||
*{{SSBU|Zelda}} | |||
*{{SSBU|Sheik}} | *{{SSBU|Sheik}} | ||
*{{SSBU|Ganondorf}} | *{{SSBU|Ganondorf}} | ||
*{{SSBU|Samus}} | *{{SSBU|Samus}} | ||
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===Item announcements=== | ===Item announcements=== | ||
*New items include [[Healing Field]], [[Black Hole]], [[ | *New items include [[Healing Field]], [[Black Hole]], [[Launch Star]] and [[Fake Smash Ball]]. | ||
*New Assist Trophies are showcased: [[Rodin]], [[Squid Sisters]], [[Bomberman]], [[Burrowing Snagret]] and [[Sukapon]]. Returning Assist Trophies confirmed were [[Jeff]], [[Knuckle Joe]], [[Metroid (creature)|Metroid]], [[Ghosts]], [[Lyn]], [[Waluigi]], [[Andross]], [[Nintendog]], [[Riki]], [[Starfy]] and [[Midna]]. | *New Assist Trophies are showcased: [[Rodin]], [[Squid Sisters]], [[Bomberman]], [[Burrowing Snagret]] and [[Sukapon]]. Returning Assist Trophies confirmed were [[Jeff]], [[Knuckle Joe]], [[Metroid (creature)|Metroid]], [[Ghosts]], [[Lyn]], [[Waluigi]], [[Andross]], [[Nintendog]], [[Riki]], [[Starfy]] and [[Midna]]. | ||
*New Poké Ball Pokémon showcased [[Bewear]] and [[Solgaleo]]. | *New Poké Ball Pokémon showcased [[Bewear]] and [[Solgaleo]]. | ||
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*It was confirmed that all previously released ''Super Smash Bros.'' series [[amiibo]] will compatible with ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''. Playable characters who have an amiibo from other series will also be compatible as well. | *It was confirmed that all previously released ''Super Smash Bros.'' series [[amiibo]] will compatible with ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''. Playable characters who have an amiibo from other series will also be compatible as well. | ||
*New amiibo for Inkling and Ridley were officially shown off in the Nintendo Treehouse segment. Nintendo also confirmed that the new amiibo for Daisy will be coming as well. | *New amiibo for Inkling and Ridley were officially shown off in the Nintendo Treehouse segment. Nintendo also confirmed that the new amiibo for Daisy will be coming as well. | ||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
