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[Kriven]

boohoo, i didnt know it was required to be born at that time to know statistics. my bad.

You can't go sarcastically using "Oh, I remember" for a time period during which you didn't even exist.

Also, I've already given you reasons for why those franchises haven't had any new representation. You chose to ignore them. Some franchises just don't have a lot to draw from (Metroid) or would be redundant (Star Fox, just look at Brawl). In the case of Donkey Kong, it's because his only notable game prior to SSB4's development was DKCR, which focused exclusively on Diddy and Donkey. SSB4 roster was decided before Tropical Freeze existed.

None of that means the franchises are unpopular.

But I've said all of that before. You just keep ignoring it.

I've also mentioned repeatedly quite a few reasons why Ness was relevant at the time of Smash 64. Iwata being instrumental to both games is just another solid point in the character's favor.

Really, start reading more carefully and stop moving goal posts.