In the second part of the Nintendo Dream interview with Masahiro Sakurai, the director talked about the development of Animal Crossing’s Isabelle as a fighter for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Contrary to popular belief, Isabelle wasn’t introduced as a fighter to appeal to the casual audience. Despite her “cute appearance”, Sakurai says he’s realized hardcore players enjoy playing as Isabelle.

Sakurai added both Isabelle and Villager are technical fighters, and Isabelle can be harder to fight since she has a lot of tools at her disposal.

Isabelle wasn't added as a "bone" (pun mine) to the casual audience.
Sakurai notes that her and Villager are more technical fighters, and are enjoyed by more hardcore Smash players. Sakurai also notes that Isabelle can be harder to fight against since she has a lot of tools. pic.twitter.com/c4NgST41Qe

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