But they already have that, why wouldn't you want extra modes in the Switch version?

I honestly would rather have the resources put into more characters and stages both new and old then a story mode. 

Well, I wouldn't buy it then. I want new modes, not just a quickly put together game of prior DLC.

If he doesn't want his works being seen on YouTube, the gaming industry's not the place for him. Maybe he could get involved in the snuff film industry, I assume that the story for those wouldn't get leaked on YT.

Or you know he doesn't have to make cutscenes or story focus games. Since story isn't the end all be all of games like a good game can a shit story but still be a good game due to good gameplay the a game with a good story can still be a shit game due to terrible gameplay.

Then why couldn't he just say that he doesn't want a story based game, instead of coming up with that cop out excuse that he did?

Sakurai stated that his reason for not having a story mode is SSB4 was because when Brawl released, people quickly dumped the game and uploaded all the cutscenes online, which he felt ruined the experience. So instead he made a bunch of cinematic trailers used to reveal newcomers and generate hype. And that worked a bit TOO well. They were able to create a successful advertising campaign without increasing the cost of production, and people lost their minds over the trailers.

Plus, Smash Bros as a side-scrolling platformer feels weird now, looking back on it. (just a thought)

I think a few new characters, new stages, and possibly a better use of amiibo would be enough

yes please!! and more characters. Super "Bomberman" R and "Rayman" Legends are on switch for a reason ;)

I hope no... there are a lot of things that the competitive comunity needs, like hazard on/off switch, buffs to low tiers just to name a few.

Hopefully! Anyway, since I haven't played Smash 4 I will buy it with or without the story more. But here's hoping they add it!