Reactors Reaction To Seeing Kingdom Hearts Sora In Super Smash Bros Ultimate | Mixed Reactions

[@Sampler-YTP]

Banjo: People flipped. Sans: People freaked. Steve: People screamed. Sora: People cried.

[@Pup_Majestic]

Sephiroth: People screamed (in fear and excitement at once)

[@daneyboy98]

Byleth: People groaned

[@TheDatabaseNetwork]

Steve: People Laughed Sephiroth: People Screamed (in fear)

[@siervodedios3139]

Kazuya: People complained for being a "shoot" which isn't.

[@garyrodriguez4067]

Joker: people were in shock.

[@papabearave9830]

It's symbolic that Mario reaches into the flame and sora comes from that risk. I can't imagine the legal nightmare they had to face damn was it worth it. Probably the most emotional reveal ever.

[@nobodybroda3826]

Honestly Mario symbolizing Nintendo or more likely samurai reaching into the fire to bring him in is hard af bro. Bless samurai for doing this, for us and himself

[@alxcus2962]

I never realized this.

[@toony1232]

@@nobodybroda3826 Sakurai

[@fernosbonos5394]

@@toony1232 he and all knows his name but we joke about it

[@andrewplaysagame3479]

Beautifully said. That, and the fact that Sora was created because of Mario himself, as KH was initially meant to compete with games like Mario 64 as a platformer. It’s only fitting that Sora was summoned by the character that inspired his creation.

[@viniciusvianney329]

The line "Sora is finally here" is just so iconic by itself.

[@PlayMadness]

Especially because he won the Smash 4 character ballot. He was the most requested character seven years ago, and now he's finally here.

[@KisahKucingKiwi]

Yeah.. the word "finally" is really heavy on this one.. cant imagine all the hard works the team had to deal with to get sora into smash.. sakurai you mad bastard..

[@40windcrowrang]

Soooooo?

[@datkitgirl7338]

@ThePreator 11 Yea and that sora's line in japanese is something like "left you waiting"

[@cloudshines812]

Even his Boxing Ring Match Title is: The Final Key Meaning that he’s the last and final character of the series

[@caesarstrings]

There's something so cathartic about Mario, technically the first character in Smash, shaking hands welcoming Sora, the final character in the final act of Smash.

[@caolanochearnaigh9804]

Until Smash 6 comes out.

[@thatoneplushguy]

@@caolanochearnaigh9804 We might not get a Smash Bros. 6 because they isn’t really much we can do now. Ultimate did the impossible adding more characters then any other game and adding characters such as Piranha Plant to the roster. So what’s really the point of making a new one which maybe won’t even have half of the amount of characters in this game? And even if it does come out, it’s highly unlikely more characters will come

[@caolanochearnaigh9804]

@@thatoneplushguy Right...

[@Psitau]

@@thatoneplushguy There are actually a lot of candidates to be added to Smash. Like... - Waluigi - Dante (DMC) - Vergil (DMC) - More Street Fighter characters (Juri, Chun-Li, etc) - Rayman - More Punch-Out!! characters (Mr. Sandman, Aran Ryan, etc)

[@VergilDMC]

@@Psitau even metal gear rising

[@GoGojiraGo]

The Fighter Passes began with a character who steals people's hearts. They ended with a character who saves people's hearts. When the Smash logo burnt out, the World of Smash ended, and all the fighters returned to trophies, established in Brawl as being a state of death and emptiness. Sora sent the Keyblade to the Smash World through that last flickering ember, its power reviving Mario. When Mario saw what the flame was, he knew just what to do, and opened the path to the World of Smash, allowing Sora's light to restore the world and everyone in it. Sora was the Lifelight.

[@MF260VA]

This has got to be the most beautiful comment I’ve read today... 😭

[@Twocoolman115]

That is Sora’s greatest strength, his ability to shine a light in even the deepest reaches of darkness.

[@sansfangirl4life439]

@@Twocoolman115 and to touch the hearts of those near and far

[@dandelyon2444]

Bruh this deserves more likes

[@omnimon2230]

How dare you give me Feels 😢

[@personman666]

While Sephiroth made people scream in delight, Sora made people cry with joy. He is such an amazing character that brings people hope

[@fernosbonos5394]

we got the square crew in smash

[@theLoveRocketjr]

@@fernosbonos5394 Yes we do.

[@mmmrFelipe888]

I really wish they added more Final Fantasy music (not only from 7, but the entire franchise), although being somewhat out of reach, it would be pretty cool.

[@WarrenGdog28]

2 of Sephiroth Victims r now in Smash

[@Lightningstrike1220]

@@WarrenGdog28 huh? Sephiroth never defeated Sora.

[@darknesswave100]

The hes finally here thing probably means that more than we realize. It's like Max said. This was probably a legal nightmare for Sakurai to pull this off and the sora is FINALLY here feels like its him saying I finally got him into this game

[@aspecttnd]

It is, that’s what it’s referencing. It’s not really a tongue in cheek thing, it’s literally “yea we know you’ve wanted this forever and we just now are able to add it” 😂

[@nO5482]

He did not get these characters Nintendo did…not taking anything away from him but he said so himself..Nintendo got them he makes them

[@TheHipisterDeer]

The whole game is a legal nightmare because you have different game properties that aren't Nintendo.

[@AC2k14GOD]

@@nO5482 Nintendo got them? who?

[@Tylysia]

And addition to that He mentioned that sora was the most wanted character to get in smash from 6 years ago but since it’s Disney, it probably didn’t happen so he chose another highly requested character among the realisable ones from the ballot and bayo ended up being that one at the time. Also correction, Nintendo did the licensing and chose all the DLC for the second fighters pass, sakurai did all the first ones

[@alpharabbit2353]

The attention to detail in this is astonishing. That single flame is actually a reference to what Sora said to Xehanort's Heartless in the original game. "The heart may be weak, and sometimes it may even give in, but I've learned deep down there's a light that never goes out!"

[@alxcus2962]

O.o I... never realized that...

[@MCMikewii]

Wow…finally a good explanation of the reveal trailer! I didn‘t understand what is going on..

[@ExistentialGamers]

I feel the fire also represents all the requests people had, and they were all extinguished due to this being the last character and soras flame was that last flame.

[@gingerdog8203]

@@ExistentialGamers not to mention mario reaching into the flames represents Nintendo taking the risk

[@leocapn1069]

such a reach

[@k1ng0fgam3s]

I don’t even think Nintendo and Disney have any idea what they have done here. They created a historic event. The joy they brought to so many is in a grand scale. Im not a Kingdom Hearts fan and watching the impact this made in the community has brought me to tears. This is how i felt when i saw Sephiroth added to the game, im very happy for all the Sora fans out there congrats and well done Sakurai!

[@CarlosThadeu]

I imagine Nintendo does, but Disney, who constantly shits and tries to ignore KH exist, they only remember KH exists to screw with the games (KH3 Frozen world is a big example of it), I dont think they even care, they are just in for the money, just another KH money off of something they remember only for money, its their property after all, but I think Nintendo does, after all, Sora won a popularity vote, they knew people wanted him and I am sure seeing all this joy does make them happy just as it did the players.

[@Ender_Spy]

I felt the same way after Minecraft Steve was added. He was my entire childhood, and when he was revealed I just sat dumbfounded and then I remember just being happy for the rest of the week. He’s now my main

[@dangerfindertreasureseeker8905]

@@CarlosThadeu There is more truth in what you say. As of the last two years Disney now under a money hoarding pos have raised their prices to ridiculous levels. Took a lot of that magic that made the parks endearing and bastardized them with a pay to play mindset making them now for the wealthy not so much for regular folks Nintendo is on the opposite of that spectrum when it comes to its park. You get waaay more for your buck , that includes rides , food hell even the drinks have a little extra in them but not going to bring ya too the poor house just to enjoy them. Hopefully Disney will wake up ( fingers crossed ).

[@tlebron8426]

Disney to Nintendo: You owe me $32,000 in legal fees.

[@StillSymbiotic]

Yeah but many people don’t even know many characters in Disney games like it isn’t has popular as marvel or DC or Anime because I have no idea who the heck is Sora and he don’t seem popular from what I’ve seen in other videos so idk why people are crying for something not a lot of people know 😂

[@MommyHelpU]

There was so much Disney magic in the trailer that it just fits so well with how insane this reveal was compared to other trailers. For it being the final one, it feels complete.

[@purple-eyesgreydragon]

The more wholesome Disney magic. Sora brought back the pure light, and magic they used to be in this single moment. Man I miss old Disney.

[@Deadeye313]

@@purple-eyesgreydragon we all miss it. There is still magic in that brand and it's on full display as soon as that Mickey keychain is revealed. They just need to get the right people to recapture it in the rest of the brand.

[@IAmEvilTree]

I'm not even a Smash player, I just love seeing these people so happy.

[@kaizo0055]

Same here! I don’t play smash or even know anything about Kingdom Hearts besides the characters but it makes me smile seeing everyone so happy.

[@liamwallis3125]

I haven’t played smash at all but I still watch all the reactions to new characters being revealed simply because the fan base is so positive and they get so hyped whenever anyone gets added to the roster lol

[@phoenixflamegames1]

I do play it, but not actively. I just cry seeing people do genuinely happy😅 kinda weak I know

[@luigiuchiha2734]

Bring me to tears seeing how happy all the ppl are!!!!!

[@sheepisfortheweak6164]

Yeah same, I have never even touched Ultimate, but seeing people getting so hyped and happy is so wholesome. Like you can tell how much it means to them. Sakurai is one of those producers who just does everything right.

[@southernsoulmedia7852]

The tears are 10000% necessary and hearing the instrumental in the background replay a version of Simple & Clean was the icing on the cake. These were absolutely some of the most beautiful reactions I have ever seen.

[@CaptainCFalcon]

Actually, it was Hikari in the background.

[@ac_sign]

@@CaptainCFalcon thats the Japanese name for simple and clean instrumental

[@le_patucho1563]

"the icing on the cake" ;) nice

[@rileyk5228]

Its that damn orchestral arrangement. Gorgeous song

[@Matisyahuwu]

It never doesn't make me emotional. Its so good.

[@FluidMindArtistry]

Imagine how many people in the world said "Sora!" At the same time

[@ShintaTakama]

Just like the ending of Birth By Sleep, when Aqua asked the cloaked man what that boy's name is.

[@sunnywingsoffire1610]

Probably every single gamer KZbinr that plays kingdom hearts

[@ShaDHP23]

At that point, everyone looked up to the endless blue sky and said the name of the one they knew whose heart would always beat for them: "Sora."

[@kenrickkahn]

But first they said "Dark Souls" first..

[@runJDrun]

Appreciate the shout out, this was such an epic reveal

[@jalensworld7241]

When You Walk A A W W A A A A A A A A A A A A Y Y Y Y ! ! ! ! You went ballistic mah dude!

[@NoNstoPNero]

Your reaction is exactly how i reacted even though I was totally expecting sora to be in lol

[@Seattle191_]

YOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO NO WAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY THIS CAN'T BE REAL!

[@1Type9]

Bro you sounded like toad when you screamed

[@Seattle191_]

@@1Type9 uhm hello! nope!

[@callme_joule]

the fact i'm crying over the reveal, is like seing an old friend, that you've spend alot of times and affection together

[@mariemicha5127]

Same here

[@ImpEclipse]

I’ve never played a Smash game, never played Kingdom Hearts, but there’s something about seeing people so happy for Sora that makes me feel some kind of way and I’m all for it Edit: Since this comment I’ve been binge playing Kingdom Hearts. How I regret not playing it before is so overwhelming

[@chromv0lt36]

U too? Dang its like the most emotional reactions to a DLC that i ever see, i even didnt play Smash Bros and Kingdom Hearts, but i can see why people got too much emotions, amazing

[@gingerdog8203]

@@chromv0lt36 literally same

[@dravenzindle7585]

There's just something so beautiful about it because of what Sora's story is. He was our eyes and ears as kids to experience other worlds in one of the other best crossover games of all time. His journey is one of friendship, love, and heart. For him to come in last to a franchise all about celebrating video games is just so beautifully satisfying and validating to have our love for him accepted by a massively popular gaming community. It's truly magical since it just felt so impossible as a partially Disney character in a Nintendo game. Plus the music that is just so nostalgic and conditioned to make me cry made a moment I never forget.

[@destinitra]

Right! I’m crying & ive never played either game!

[@Deedric_Kee]

Same 👍🏼

[@soyolaf2511]

I would have liked to see Etika's reaction rest in peace dude

[@wolfguywerewolfchannel2099]

Yeah, I wish he got the help he needed, R.I.P.

[@Pastel_Onibunny]

im sure the vod would be 99% mic peaking from excitement

[@shironnkaito7364]

Yeah...

[@Jothomas214]

Ohhhhh, damn it man.

[@bryangintora9541]

Oh my gosh he would have been losing his mind. I miss that dude’s excitement

[@azurebalmung4520]

I like the 4 stages of reaction to Sora in Smash: Mickey Emblem - *(Joyful Screaming)* Sora Emerges - *_(JOYFUL SCREAMING INTENSIFIES)_* Music starts - (Emotional Tears) "Finally Here!" - _"ASFSDFASFALGKHAGG"_

[@fonnySavant]

Love this comment

[@kimmomac4082]

If simple and clean don’t make you cry ON FOLKS N DEM GRAVE YA PUSSY

[@draxxprime7608]

It's pretty sad seeing people cry over fictional characters 🤦🤦🏼

[@kimmomac4082]

@@draxxprime7608 only sad lonely people with no real friends or future would try to make fun of other peoples joy.

[@draxxprime7608]

@@kimmomac4082 I'm not making fun of their joy I just don't see why a fictional character would make someone cry like a baby who just lost its mom it's damn annoying to watch

[@TheNutshaq]

I like to think Sakurai watches these kinda of compilations and smiles

[@Winter_lights]

Would be actually amazing if this is true

[@goldencyclone4984]

I really hope he knows just how much joy he brings into the world with Smash.

[@wintersong2266]

Considering he once retweeted Etika's reaction to Mewtwo, that might actually be the case.

[@accuratememin]

He absolutely does, there's no way he doesn't.

[@LoiValdes]

Of course he does

[@AzuMazu_]

I'm just imagining the nintendo crew reaction when they got news that they finally managed to get through legal hell and was able to put sora in this game, props to everyone who worked their ass off to make this possible!

[@jayjaysheroah2485]

It wasn’t Disney that kept saying no it was the creator of sora Tetsuya Nomura

[@KingOfGaymes]

@@jayjaysheroah2485 damn why

[@tippster2142]

​@@KingOfGaymesbecause sora is a light character, not a character used for fighting others, but thank god she finally let them add him on smash!!! He was supposed to be in smash 8 years ago but now hes finally here

[@givemeoats]

Not even PlayStation All-Stars could get Sora. But Sakurai, he is built different.

[@HungarianSaiyan]

He is a Legend.

[@ShadowWolf1982]

He used the power of all three wishes from Genie combined, to make this happen.

[@joshualemmon5806]

@givemeoats PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale couldn't even get Snake, Cloud, or Sephiroth, but Sakurai got them all, showing that Super Smash Bros > PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale.

[@sandrasims888]

I mean like, Sora isn't a PlayStation all-star tho. He may have a long history with PlayStation consoles but he was never exactly a PlayStation all-star. Heck, the original version of his second game (being KH Chain of Memories) was on the GameBoy Advanced lmao

[@brunnokamei9623]

Bringing Sora to the roster was very hard for Sakurai, who's a very influent man in the gaming market. Let alone some randos at Sony.

[@joshuaking3731]

Despite the people who are angry at Sora being Smash. He really is the perfect final character. I don't think anyone else could get the level of emotion that Sora did. Not even Doom Guy or Master Chief.

[@kayscorpio8-9]

Very true

[@kevinkite3418]

I believe he was saved for the last because of this. It was the perfect end for Smash Ultimate.

[@Wolvie181]

I'm happy to see Doomguy as a Mii costume. It's fitting for Sora to be the final Smash fighter TBH.

[@TheKingMarkell]

Although not a video game character, Goku would generate so much buzz. Whether love or hate, the reactions would be bigger than Sora. But anywho, hyped af for Sora lol

[@Gal_V]

It's actually pretty wild. I haven't seen any overly negative comments!

[@selfloathinggivesmelife7810]

This is the only Smash Bros character reveal I've seen that has made both grown men and women cry. The Kingdom Hearts series has (no pun intended) touched the hearts of millions and clearly means a lot to them. If there is never another Smash Bros character/game ever again, this was the perfect character to end it with.

[@TheSeaBase]

KH is so significant. It gets memed on so hard that people on the outside have no reasonable understanding of why the series works. It's been memed on for the same thing since the beginning. The fact that KH works so well is proof to how good the series is. I struggle to find a series as emotionally endearing as it within gaming.

[@TheSeaBase]

@@yellowcard8100 KH3 not working doesn't share the same problems with the series which I was talking about as a whole. 1 game being off doesn't discount the rest. People are trying to retroactively make the first 3 games bad (some of the best games ever made) and that's not true. Also KH3 does work in some areas outside its storytelling. Each of the games after 2 have wildly different flaws from one another. Its not cut and dry like you're trying to portray it. Every KH game has flaws, it works because it's still going with people invested in the story whether some people think it works or not. The fact that it is continuing is proving it works on some level conceptually still as a whole removed from individual flaws on each title.

[@TheSeaBase]

@@yellowcard8100 Yeah FIFA still works conceptually because people still support it. Also KH is more complex because there are many things you can enjoy outside of the story. Which I would argue is only really bad in DDD and 3. Which is not a majority of the series. KH fans don't blindly follow the series. Remind actually fixes alot of the problems with 3. Do I still have problems with 3? Yes. It's disingenuous to say the series doesn't work. Is 3 a bad conclusion to a forced saga that wasn't planned? Yes. Doesn't discount the whole series because of that. 3 has some of the best bosses and worlds out of any of the games. And I don't even like 3 as a whole, but it has things to offer. Again it's not something you can objectively point to. So I wouldn't try to frame it that way.

[@booshter9714]

Banjo and Kazooie was huge as well. A lot of 80's/90's kids went wild when they were revealed.

[@TheSeaBase]

@@yellowcard8100 K.

[@thegreatpayne4953]

I could rewatch Sora getting revealed over and over again… Incredible.

[@Lightningstrike1220]

This is what you would call, "A miracle". Nobody, NOBODY thought this would actually happen.

[@knuckles2591]

I prefer sephiroth but this one is good too

[@lennydickson8845]

@@3nowStorm I wasn’t one of them initially, hell I was fuming because I thought at first this was Nintendo caving. But after some time to think, I do think Sora is the perfect choice for Sakurai’s final entry

[@sansfangirl4life439]

its the purest form of serotonin, seeing so many react to him and just cry and scream

[@ThatOneWeirdFlex]

​@@lennydickson8845it wasnt them caving, so much as it was a reveal rhat after 7 years of long legal battles, they were finally able to add him to the game. He was easily the most voted character to be added during the Smash 4 poll and everyone else has either been added or has a costume at rhis point.

[@cannibalfan333]

Note how it says: "FINALLY here" It's like they planned on having Sora in the very beginning.

[@umayle07]

No that’s because everyone was bitching about it foreeeeever

[@Ender41948]

It's cuz he was the final fighter, I think.

[@omnibeta1876]

Pretty sure it was explained in the reveal that Sora was the actual winner of the Smash Poll thingy from back in Sm4sh but due to legal reasons, he took SO long.

[@TiffanyLockheart]

I just want to say ahead of time, I’m so sorry for the headphone users. I legit never yelled this loud before in my life to a point where my neighbors had to ask me if everything was good an hour later. Sora was my dream character since Brawl and I was in disbelief! Thank you for featuring me!

[@kleberson777]

you guys can literally see the Keyblade inside fire so fast 😂

[@Yakita60]

The screams were necessary

[@krbthewitch]

S'all good hun, your passion is a good thing.

[@blueside6898]

apologize to me for making me cry !!

[@shadowkhiz7455]

Legit, can anyone blame you though?

[@hit9819]

Leaks saying Phoenix Wright might’ve been the last one? Nah he was working his butt off to convince the mouse to let Sora in Smash

[@Snakeskin94]

He probably had to *summon* Phoenix Wright to help him negotiate lol

[@plopramen8092]

He saw Sephiroth and does not want to deal with another white haired swordsman again

[@hit9819]

@@plopramen8092 10/10 reference My condolences that your boy didn’t make it in

[@plopramen8092]

@@hit9819 It’s fine and for the best since he must’ve gotten PTSD from it lmao I’m glad Sora is the last character

[@lumizura]

Someone already made a comic of that lol

[@AnswerisB]

The thing that clued me into how many people cared about Kingdom Hearts to a great degree was the fact that so many people pointed out that Sora came out with his KH1 costume. A game that came out 20 years ago and had sequels and spinoffs. I had zero idea, but they did.

[@ds2561]

I also like the detail when Mario and Sora shaking hand at the end of the trailer protraying as both the first and last fighter of Super Smash Bros respectively

[@WarriorAuranae]

at least 6 of them pointed it out, very cool

[@Eques_Umbra]

To be fair, its also the same outfit from Chain of Memories, Re:Coded, and it was kind of in the beginning of Dream Drop Distance, as well as most opening cinematics, so we are constantly Re:minded... I mean reminded, about it.

[@IamJFD]

Well chain of memories are right after KH1. And I think its fairly shorter game as a whole so people think of it as KH1 costume

[@youngrootv]

The only thing that could have made this trailer better is if they made Cloud give a little smile like “my guy finally made it” 😏

[@NoNstoPNero]

That would've been a nice little detail

[@EdwardNewgate58]

While also showing Sephiroth with a salty look on his face

[@Nite-Rise]

Sonic: “Cloud! Your little brother’s here”

[@loganthevillager9176]

Sephiroth: God dammit…

[@Durinson1]

Isn't the Cloud from KH an other version of the Cloud from ff7?

[@whyjordie]

The real challenge is trying to watch this whole video without crying along with these people, seeing them so happy is so emotional, also as a huge Kingdom Hearts fan myself - it’s so nostalgic , it’s my childhood

[@Lyjopotato]

i was crying so hard lmao

[@zacharygilmore1075]

I’ve never played Kingdom Hearts, yet even I cried seeing everyone’s reactions.

[@LatinGiudo817]

Tiffany Lockhart and Aruuu get me every time 😢

[@phoenixflamegames1]

Even a year later, it still makes me happy and I cry because I am glad they are happy 😁

[@Actionfan19]

At least Cloud has some experienced backup for fighting Sephiroth.

[@goofusmaximus1482]

He's got enough on his own. He even kicked his ass in a feature film.

[@hartfantom]

@@thenoobnetwork Power of Waking go bbbrrrr

[@kaiky_3821]

"Cloud, i don't think we're enough to defeat him once and for all" "Wait, Hey Steve and Kazuya we need help" Sephiroth: Oh hell no im out

[@jonathanjuarez5544]

@@kaiky_3821 More like “Hey Joker and Hero, can you lend us a hand?” Sephiroth- Oh... ******

[@GG-eg6kn]

Experience? He’s a fruity clown with a blunt key for a sword 🤡what’s he going to do?

[@dravenzindle7585]

There's just something so beautiful about it because of what Sora's story is. He was our eyes and ears as kids to experience other worlds in one of the other best crossover games of all time. His journey is one of friendship, love, and heart. For him to come in last to a franchise all about celebrating video games is just so beautifully satisfying and validating to have our love for him accepted by a massively popular gaming community. It's truly magical since it just felt so impossible as a partially Disney character in a Nintendo game. Plus the music that is just so nostalgic and conditioned to make me cry made a moment I never forget.

[@onlyacomentarynothingspeci2419]

Couldn't have said it better my friend Sora is such a comfort Character

[@TheSeaBase]

Sora reveal really is perfect cuz the pacing of it being last really reflected the tone of the series. On the brink of despair, sora is there to set it right at the very end.

[@RealXion98]

I was telling my friend that the way Square has used Simple & Clean Orchestral version has literally programmed my brain to cry. They pull it out for big reveals or deep story moments, so the music just starting caused almost like a trauma response in my brain lol Love the reveal, was honestly not gonna get this Smash game at all but now its a have to. They did the impossible.

[@shkmru3]

Shit your not wrong its true, i cant hear the song unless i want too, but once i heard it and saw this i was like fuck man my nostalgia heart strings are being pulled

[@rileyk5228]

It's just a beautiful song. It evokes emotion

[@GeomancerFelix]

I couldnt articulate this feeling better if I tried. It's odd, I'm very comforted to know so many people felt this way. I wanted to break down crying with each clip.

[@赤ゲキ]

Same here. Not a Super Smash Bros. player even for the Ultimate one. That was until I saw Sakura Miko and Usada Pekora from Hololive (a rabbit hole I have no regrets entering) expressing their excitement and happiness, including Pekora declaring that she wanted to play (stream) Kingdom Hearts (but cannot due to needing to seek permission from Square-Enix and Disney). As a result, I decided to buy Switch and whatever other games they have aside from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Really magical in many ways.

[@JokermanUno]

It really is programmed in my brain to cry when I hear that.

[@w00ble]

Sora deserves all the love and tears he got from these reactions. The amount of light this character brings to so many people in the world just proves that Sora is such a great character. Love or hate that he’s in the game, you have to be exited for all the fans.

[@StillSymbiotic]

He isn’t even that popular like I have no clue who this guy is

[@SparkShadow212]

@@StillSymbiotic So a character is only popular if you specifically know the character? Real sound logic there.

[@DeadpanVT]

@@StillSymbiotic Kingdom hearts is one of the most popular games in Japan all square enix games are popular Sora is one of the most well-known characters besides Cloud in their franchise. He was also one of the most requested characters for 6 years because he is quite literally illegal nightmare because the franchise is linked to Disney and square enix in collaboration it took them that long in legal disputes to get him.

[@StillSymbiotic]

@@DeadpanVT Yeah ONE of the most popular in “Japan” it’s not worldwide big like other top games and what’s the point of saying roblox pfp? Getting salty for no reason when I’m telling the truth 🥱

[@StillSymbiotic]

@Sophie Kingdom hearts isn’t a BIG popular game, I heard of the game before but it’s not up there with games tbh so idk why you are surprised

[@mrsocko316]

The real magic that happened with this is, Sephiroth was standing there calmly the whole time NOT stabbing anyone.

[@broden4838]

Interesting fact: Sakurai states that he chose Bayonetta 6 years ago, because at that time, Sora wasn't considered a realistic option at that time

[@EvergreenSilva]

What a timeline we live in...

[@broden4838]

@@EvergreenSilva I know, as with the Spirits shown, We see Roy for Axel, and Lucina for Aqua. My guess is that Ike would be Terra with Ganondorf as a partner (representing either Xehanort, Terranort, or Terra's Heartless)

[@Diamond_2403]

@@broden4838 Bro this is the best timeline. We got mother effing Steve from Minecraft vs. Sora from Kingdom Hearts duking it out in Midgar.

[@azurviper513]

@@Diamond_2403 Wow what a way to put that. That's some insane stuff right there

[@AceHufflepuff]

You know you're ICONIC AF when people be LOSING THEIR MINDS over YOUR GOD DAMN WEAPON. Boy that's just crazy.

[@onlyacomentarynothingspeci2419]

Its hard getting more iconic than Sora

[@Pup_Majestic]

The closest we had, was the opening of One Winged Angel from Sephiroth's reveal.

[@raija2359]

I understand that reference.

[@hendrikworung1967]

@@Pup_Majestic all you need is a few opening notes from that song...

[@neptune1564]

The mickey symbol is an obvious hint.

[@Morster]

“Have my babies, Sakurai,” is something I never thought I’d hear 🤣

[@Morster]

@Diverse Universe 22:46

[@zadock6370]

sounds like something I'd hear. The internet is a blessing

[@Degenerick]

Oh he hears that all the time lol

[@aikomaliako]

Nicob said “I want to make love to this man” after the reveal

[@mildredquinones924]

A lot of us lost it at that line.😁

[@shelbyherring92]

And with this gesture of good will, King Mickey has sent one of his bravest warriors to join in Smash... The Mouse said yes, boys and girls.

[@Keychan64]

Riku is braver

[@Eques_Umbra]

May have had to beat up a Waluigi or two along the way, but it was worth it.

[@raheemaslam7363]

@@Keychan64 bro he doesn’t want to send his son

[@Spider-Complexion]

“Oh boy! Just make sure you obey the fine print on the contract and that I get my fucking paycheck on time Sakurai! Ha-Ha!”

[@Ninetails2000]

Whatever you may or may not feel for Sora, there's not a single other Smash fighter that was able to bring people to tears with joy this way. He may not have been the "best" choice, but as the grand finale to the single greatest collaborative effort in video gaming history, he was perfect.

[@SagaKM]

The fact that Sora's last bright light is "reviving" everyone makes me cry.

[@krsynx]

Smash will never fall to darkness

[@shinigamimiroku3723]

He truly has obtained the Power of Waking.

[@russellsales7796]

They did tell us to follow our hearts, Sora did, and it led him to Smash!

[@Doggieworld3Show]

Billions of hearts calling out to him

[@ubitodoritos9531]

@@Doggieworld3Show and billion of dollars to add sora

[@keeganlafferty1395]

may your heart be your guiding key

[@marcussz]

@@keeganlafferty1395 buena referencia👍

[@PHDDude13]

The part that made me cry was Sakurai mentioning Iowata helping out with keeping the result of the poll a secret. It's crazy he's been gone for the past few years

[@Lightningstrike1220]

Even in death, Iwata still hasn't stopped working and making dreams come true.

[@patrickcross1571]

If he’s out there, I imagine he probably was looking down with Walt Disney himself and smiling at peoples’ reactions.

[@GuyWithPizzaPie]

In a single moment. All our childhoods flashed before our eyes. Putting in that PS2 game and having it change our lives. Love that I was alive for all this.

[@sushi-void]

Hurrying home after school/work just to play it 😭😭

[@loushia16]

I was legitimately in tears when I saw this and heard the music. This game, this series has been a huge part of my gaming life from childhood to adulthood. Many, many props to Sakurai for making this happen.

[@KillerFlame226]

The amount of one character can blow the whole fandom I didn’t realize kingdom hearts was such a crazy game

[@Underratedmen]

If you’re 25-30 kingdom hearts was a game that made your childhood. I remember getting KH1 in the PS2. Could t out the game down for weeks. Will never forget that initial gameplay.

[@Wolvie181]

I played KH1 when it was on the ps2. So a lot of these fans grew up with KH.

[@cyrilantoniano791]

Such is another long running story where the latest installment ended off with him just absolutely being selfless again. He and his fandom deserves it. He's literally Nomura's little Jesus.

[@medecko4394]

Sadly i didn't grow up with the game other than Mario and a few franchises. But this year i started to play the 1st and it's going very great so far. I'm looking forward into finishing the 1st to see how it plays out. I might even cry.

[@frippity]

@@medecko4394 lmao I got into kingdom hearts last year and do I tell you ,,, you never know when your going to cry but it’s literally inevitable I swear

[@NAcHO-wx5vg]

The biggest mind fuckery also happened… sora comes out in version 13.0 13 days after the reveal, and if you count plant and pyra/mythra (as separate characters) he’s the 13th dlc, also if again you consider pyra and mythra as separate characters… he’s the 7th dlc for the dlc pack.

[@29wanya]

Man.........my head hurts.

[@jacobmems123]

Organization 13

[@daisa1506]

Please don't say the number "13" in front of me, it gives me horrible flashback.

[@visitjoan3158]

Damn it

[@AlexVeridyTLW]

ok, what does the 7 have to do with anything though?

[@alanguillermo3145]

If this video tells me anything, it's that Kingdom Hearts came out at the perfect time and reached an entire generation of gamers from all backgrounds. It's kinda beautiful.

[@Eques_Umbra]

This reveal trailer, was pure perfection. Analysts could probably study this on how to properly use minimalist storytelling for maximum impact. And having Mario to be the one to shake Sora's hand? That is symbolism that reaches across generations of gamers.

[@donovanblackwelder4301]

Sakarai: *releases Sora* Everyone: *loses their collective minds*

[@annika3265]

It was called Lifelight... the light from the keyhole brought the characters back to life... Sakurai you are one smart cookie.

[@emocat952]

Can you imagine the millions who didn't record their reaction. I was one of them. Literally brought me to tears. Thank you Sakurai...

[@Durinson1]

I lost my mind!!!

[@soraeatsredtireyummyyummy9603]

Ever since Dee Bee Geek has been into nintendo, there where a lot of characters he liked (he started after Steve's reveal). For example: 1. He started to get into smash: his favorite antagonist came to smash (Sephiroth) 2. He started to play Xenoblade: Pyra/Mythra joined 3. He complained about Heihachi being a Mii costume: his son joined 4. He started playing Kingdom Hearts: well you get it

[@feroxino1051]

Man should have complained about the lack of Waluigi's Mii-fication so we could have got another dream in for 0.80$

[@therorschachimperative1605]

this is amusing

[@chrisgatt310]

I don’t even play smash but this even got me feeling all kinds of ways. Kingdom hearts was the first game I ever got on ps2 and I remember unwrapping it on Christmas not knowing what the hell it was. 19 years later and I’ve played every game multiple times, and now watching every video I come across slightly related to it. This makes me happy.

[@game84cube]

I love how Sora flying around kinda looks like he's on strings, and the dark area he's in makes it look like he's flying around an auditorium for a live show. I love this

[@tyresefinney1985]

Look at all these people screaming and crying over a little boy appearing in a kids game. That’s the magic of smash for you.

[@corryjamieson3909]

Yes, a kids game with Killers,Demons and Immortal Gods.

[@Lightningstrike1220]

Lol that "little boy" is far more mature than he looks. He carries the hearts of so many.

[@faizalamirbashiira4565]

The magic of Sora?

[@onlyacomentarynothingspeci2419]

@@Lightningstrike1220 sora throughout the game makes pretty adult decisions, hes far more mature than people give him credit for

[@VigilanteEra]

The magic of Disney. It doesn’t matter how old you are, Disney hits different.

[@awildbagel6723]

This trailer really did feel like meeting up with a childhood friend who you thought you'd never see again. The tears of joy were absolutely deserved, especially considering how hard Sakurai and the team had to work to get this to happen

[@CarlosRIOS777]

They knew the level of hype this trailer would bring! This DLC will not disappoint

[@KerMaWaffLe]

The amount of people that cried to Sora getting in, is surprisingly wholesome. The amount of dreams that were fulfilled that day, the amount of tears that were shed. Nintendo didn’t to go through legal hell for us but they did anyway, Nintendo is truly wonderful company. They don’t make Games, they make Memories.

[@ricksterdrummer2170]

“Star Wars has the craziest fanbase of all time.” Square-Enix fanbase: “Hold my keyblade…”

[@dudecicero]

Man, it is really nice to watch some people be genuinely happy about this. Made me smile all throughout. And kudos to this channel and to the creators of this game.

[@olgagachaphoenix9130]

Over a day since his reveal and the hype is still fresh

[@Valken985]

Yep. I'm still happy that he's freaking finally here. 😊👍

[@Lightningstrike1220]

Bro. We're freaking hyping for the entire month. WE DESERVED THIS, SORA DESERVES THIS.

[@Valken985]

@@Lightningstrike1220Heck yeah he sure did. I wish if I still had my PS2 with the first Kingdom Hearts game that I used to own. But hopefully I'll earn enough money for the game on PS4, and Sora in Smash Ultimate.

[@zboy1152]

Ye!

[@WarrenGdog28]

I went to listen to Simple and Clean n subscribed to Utada youtube

[@natileroxs5226]

To everyone asking "who even wanted this character?" or "no one cares about this character", look at these reactions and shut up.

[@isaacman112]

Also, the fact that he was the winner of the smash ballot.

[@nobodybroda3826]

No being mean bro, I understand some don't like it, I respect those people. I wish in the future they get there character. Still love sora in smash

[@natileroxs5226]

@@nobodybroda3826 I mostly mean the people that are being incredibly salty and rude towards other fans. Like, I get that people didn't get what they wanted, but there's no reason to hate on people just because they got someone they wanted or assume their opinion is the opinion of the masses

[@shinigamispooks5627]

Lowkey wanted shadow the hedgehog but this alright

[@arxei2436]

@@shinigamispooks5627 honestly I'd have been ok with that tbh

[@reyonXIII]

It's like Mickey himself said: Don't worry! There will always be a door to the light!

[@drunkenthomas7693]

The more kingdom hearts merchandise there is in the background, the louder the scream gets lol

[@Xardion55]

I've only played the first _Kingdom Hearts,_ and I never had a chance to play _Smash._ Yet seeing these reactions, I could feel the emotions. Came close to tearing more than once...

[@EvergreenSilva]

Same man...same

[@Wolvie181]

It's nice to see fans genuinely happy for something.

[@Spifyninja]

No matter how many times I watch the trailer, it still doesn't feel real, that my boy is finally here. If there was ever proof that anything is possible, here it is. Nintendo actually navigated the legal labyrinth that is Disney and got our boy the respect he deserves.

[@ozaki99]

Seeing all this makes me cry and happy at the same time. Finally he's in smash..

[@figmentivelyspeaking]

Coming back like a year later to watch reactions to this reveal. It still brings tears to my eyes.

[@King_Art_The_Clown]

Sad time went by fast

[@losttravelerraegth910]

I remember putting Sora's name on the ballot for characters in 4, and I even said to all my buddies that I would drop all mains if Sora was added. And lo and behold! He is the final character and he was released on my birthday! I have been practicing him nonstop and have hardly played anyone else. It must have been a forest of barbwire and lemon juice to get him, but I am so incredibly happy to have him with so much love and care given to him!

[@raka11901]

What’s your buddies say when he was revealed?

[@A_Random_IRS_B0T_]

It’s been 4 months and the guy still hasn’t gotten his answer-

[@losttravelerraegth910]

@@raka11901 They were hype to!

[@raka11901]

@@A_Random_IRS_B0T_ I finally did 😄✊

[@A_Random_IRS_B0T_]

@@raka11901 lol

[@meh.3311]

started up hype but ended up crying. the love for Sora has been heard.

[@TheGame4eva]

Well, even if i didn't play the, kingdom hearts franchise, i understand what is the feeling of having the thing you always wanted just unfolding right in front of your eyes, so kudos to those who really wanted him inside Smash. I'm happy for them.

[@ZephyrK_]

Play Kingdom Hearts bro. It will take some time as you need to play/watch all 10 games in order but its a franchise well worth experiencing especially since Phase 1, The Dark Seeker Saga ended with the latest game and Phase 2 being right around the corner with the 20th anniversary next year.

[@shkmru3]

I didnt even want this yet i was like holy fuck.

[@dravenzindle7585]

There's just something so beautiful about it because of what Sora's story is. He was our eyes and ears as kids to experience other worlds in one of the other best crossover games of all time. His journey is one of friendship, love, and heart. For him to come in last to a franchise all about celebrating video games is just so beautifully satisfying and validating to have our love for him accepted by a massively popular gaming community. It's truly magical since it just felt so impossible as a partially Disney character in a Nintendo game. Plus the music that is just so nostalgic and conditioned to make me cry made a moment I never forget.

[@fedwyn]

It's even more emotional if you play the games. The whole point of the series is Sora going to different worlds and making friends with new characters. So Sora going now to the Nintendo universe and befriending Mario and the gang is just too perfect

[@PhaxtolgiaLegacy]

And then some, cuz Disney. A lot of people were simultaneously skeptical he'd get in cuz Disney is impossibly stingy about their IPs. In short getting him was an ABSOLUTE NIGHTMARE.

[@ryanabadam213]

It’s enough to make a grown man cry, and that’s okay.

[@dudecicero]

A real man allows himself to cry, when the situation calls for it.

[@LazyStarrfish]

I can admit it, I did

[@genndybyrd]

😭😭 I loved this moment and especially seeing how many others loved it as well

[@shkmru3]

Once that music hit i was like alright its just another character then all of a sudden some rush of emotion came over me and im like why the fuck am i about to tear the fuck up 😫

[@Lightningstrike1220]

Sora is just that one guy who can make anyone cry. He's just that pure and wholesome.

[@jmm00702]

imagine even thinking a couple years ago that fighting with KH sora against minecraft steve in a nintendo game would be a real thing LMAO

[@poggerwhite]

"Look at this kid, he thinks he's Peter Pan" I meannnn... that IS where he got the flying ability he was using from... 😂

[@HiddenDarkHM]

I'm actually really happy to see these reaction vids that don't include any of the negative reactions. It's great to just see such overwhelming joy from so many people. The depth of love the KH fandom has for their series is OVERWHELMING.

[@Silent_Mochi]

Yeah there's people angry and they'll complain sora is the worst pick, he shouldn't be in the game etc. Etc. But the overwhelming amount of positivity to this reveal overshadows those negative reveals imo

[@ZexionZeroThe2nd]

If only Etika could see this today, Man R.I.P

[@dynastygirl2912]

He can see it and he’s celebrating

[@Atlas92936]

Etikas hype was unmatched. He is celebrating with us

[@silverscreen842]

He is already playing him on that stage in the sky

[@grandsaga]

Every reaction makes me cry again. Simple and Clean is the way that this made me feel tonight, and it's hard to let it go.

[@KrosanBeast315]

I love how Sakurai put emphasis on showing the Mouse Ears. It was his way of saying, "Yeah, I got him!"

[@Arvis159]

There were so many good characters released in the past, so many amazing reactions, but I have to say, Sora's announcement seemed to be the most emotional. Hell, even I started crying.

[@amarikristopher8409]

Like,, the ONLY times I have ever seen people cry over a character was Japanese reactors crying when Hero was added in. But here, this is the first time I have ever seen us American fans cry over a character being added into Smash. But it’s obvious why. That’s how big of an impact the series and the character has left on us.

[@TakahashiTakami]

Sora is one of the characters where everyone cried.

[@blackheartthedarklord6428]

When everyone is trapped in darkness and are left lifeless, Sora shines his way and sets them all free.

[@Twocoolman115]

Sora has a habit of saving people from even the deepest darkness. His heart is just that strong.

[@drakenastee]

Honestly….if we take all the characters that lead up to this moment Sora was undoubtedly the best decision as this ironically is the way to close out the game and who better to close out Ultimate then the boy who has the key to people’s hearts. Thank you Sakurai take that break you’ve been begging for as you undoubtedly deserve it

[@soupple]

This was TRULY one of the most legendary moments in Smash history. What a finale, Sakurai. Thank you for the memories😭🙏🏻

[@SirChoccyMilk]

Coming back to this a few months later still gets me excited, as I was one of the many that's wanted Sora since the early days of Smash. Whether you wanted Sora or not, the fact they were able to get him in is huge, and an absolute banger to end this game ob. From these reactions, it's so obvious how big the franchise is, and how much it means to people. The amount of symbolism too, our first DLC was Joker, a character who steals hearts, and our final one is a character that saves hearts. Now that it's over, Sakurai has deserved this break for a very long time. What an absolute mad lad

[@SnowAster]

I appreciate that a good chunk of the reactions aren’t shocked at the choice, but that they were able to MAKE this choice. The legal nightmare Disney must have made for Nintendo and they STILL went ahead and made it happen. For the fans. For the crap Nintendo does sometimes, it’s stuff like this that explains why we love them.

[@jackambrose2762]

Sora: Don’t be fooled. I am not the challenger. Rather I am a messenger And I come with a warning… THE MOUSE IS COMING.

[@wolfblade6569]

Lol

[@kayscorpio8-9]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Player22095]

I believe in the power of the plumber

[@saltedlemonjuice1172]

There’s a reason why Donald and Goofy are a raft and papui fruit in his heart, and why mickey was replaced with sora in Riku’s

[@RealXion98]

@@saltedlemonjuice1172 Im betting the symbol alone cost Nintendo an arm and a leg

[@Arkham_Prisoner]

Love when people get CRAZY LOUD in their reactions and suddenly a dog appears to ask “WTF IS HAPPENING?!?!”

[@adrianzz4274]

Cloud: Hey there Sora long time no see. Welcome to Smash buddy! Sora: Thanks Cloud! Good to see you too again! Cloud: You know now that you are finally here, I could really use your help in something. Sora: Sure thing! What is it? Cloud: Well, Ummm... Sephiroth: So we meet again Sora. Sora: Ah, I see. 😑

[@juevon_]

When I first saw that Sora was added to Smash, I actually cried, and I haven't cried in over 2 years but it felt very good to. I have had many memories as a child with the Kingdom Hearts series, and seeing this really spoke to the child in me.

[@thealjohnsonshow2188]

HMK: *"I don't need Sora anymore!"* Nintendo: *"Are you sure about that?"*

[@hendrikworung1967]

Lol I remember that reaction.... 🤣

[@onyxguardian5122]

Its crazy how much Sakurai has touched millions of peoples hearts with Smash bros. People are literally crying for Sora, and im sure lots of people cried for Banjo Kazooie when he got announced. Thank you for everything Masahiro Sakurai 🙏🏽

[@ingzl1579]

Does anyone else notice how Mario totally just did a strike raid with the keyblade?

[@jomon324]

"Gotcha!"

[@TowerArcanaCrow]

Fire Raid*

[@genkotone7979]

this comment made me realize that he actually did a fire raid LOL

[@tomygun196]

What a good year for kingdom hearts fans. We made it to the Olympics and now smash. “May your heart be your guiding key.” ❤️🔑

[@shadowmonkey8919]

Of course Sora was last, who else to bring the light in the darkness.

[@animeloverhaven]

Sora is the character I’ve wanted the most for years and I can’t wait until he comes out.

[@OutlanderFrog28]

can we all agree this is the reveal in which 70% of everyone watching cried?

[@romusa10]

im sure 100% KH fans cried

[@ghostiesaturn]

Dude I couldn't stop fucking balling in the trailer

[@skateing88]

100% did the whole time not ashamed at all

[@crazychic210]

I had goosebumps and shed some tears and I don’t really play smash but i platinum all kingdom hearts game..

[@dontaedon5182]

​@@romusa10 Bro I wasn't into Kingdom Hearts before smash and I almost cried. The Trailer sparked the Disney Magic that Disney themselves cannot spark any more

[@calebteka8852]

“The heart may be weak, and sometimes it may give in. But I've learned that deep down, there's a light that never goes out!” Man I'm so happy they got him in the game I'm so happy😭😭😭😭😭 My Childhood 😭😭😭😭

[@KayossSZ]

I cried happy tears over seeing people so happy and excited over Sora's inclusion. With so much darkness in the world right now, this really helps.

[@budemawa411]

This was the biggest and final hurrah for gaming as a whole, with this one last depiction of unity, we're falling into a dark age for gaming, but we will always have this moment to look at fondly.