Why did Sony go with Super Smash Bros. too instead of Super Mario Bros. too?

[fighter]

psrock said:

fighter said:
Back on topic - the answer is obvious

if they create another SMB clone they compete against the already struggling LBP

I wish all games would struggle as much LBP

http://www.ps3attitude.com/new/2008/11/lbp-six-figure/

A successful new IP this gen tends to pick up (AC / Mass Effect / Gears of War / etc.) and LBP is doing the opposite despite heavy advertisement (check the link)