One of the most famous figures from Capcom, Ryu from "Street Fighter", could be coming to "Super Smash Bros. 4" via the next update.
According to some enterprising gamers who are fans of the game, as reported by Polygon, the latest update for the title has some encrypted files that, when opened, links to further character additions. In a Reddit post, user shinyquagsire23 allegedly decrypted files from the game's recent patch, version 1.06. The patch notes indicate performance tweaks in terms of gameplay, and additional features for future DLC purchases. However, the Reddit post also mentioned that there are hidden references in the patch that hints at possible characters being added to the game in the future.
Based on the hidden files, the next playable characters would be Lucas from "Earthbound," Roy from "Fire Emblem," and Ryu from "Street Fighter."
The premise seems credible, at least on the surface. Nintendo already confirmed Lucas as a playable character in the upcoming "Super Smash Bros. 4" DLC in June. Also, the game already has four characters from the "Fire Emblem" title, namely Ike, Marth, Lucina, and Robin, and adding Roy to the mix is not far off the mark.
Meanwhile, the hidden files also consist of two audio clips closely related to Ryu: a victory theme and a music theme for Ryu from "Street Fighter 2." The files are a big sign that he will be added as a playable character, much like when audio clips were pulled out from their respective games to add Mega Man and Sonic the Hedgehog to the "Super Smash Bros." universe.
Ryu could also be added in answer the fans' clamor. Recently, Nintendo launched an online ballot to ask fans and gamers for characters they would like to add to the game, expanding the list to include non-Nintendo published games.
