Super Smash Bros. Melee

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  1. Joe
    Oct 19, 2002
    9
    If it were not for some of the crappy camera angles this game would of gotten a ten.
  2. Tim-ayJuh-ta-mi
    Jan 25, 2002
    9
    Thankfully, Nintendo left the perfect multi-player aspect of SSB for the n64 alone, and simply tweaked to perfection the single player mode. but i have 2 gripes about Melee. (1)on some of the smaller, more enclosed stages (and there are a good amount of them) the action gets so frenetic that you can't see what the hell is going on. I have been smashed off the stage numerous times Thankfully, Nintendo left the perfect multi-player aspect of SSB for the n64 alone, and simply tweaked to perfection the single player mode. but i have 2 gripes about Melee. (1)on some of the smaller, more enclosed stages (and there are a good amount of them) the action gets so frenetic that you can't see what the hell is going on. I have been smashed off the stage numerous times because i coulden't see where i was. (2) When playing with your friends, a button-masher can easily destroy you, even if you have mastered the tactics and controls. I have tried it myself; just randomly mashing buttons while fighting, and I won by a pretty hefty margin. But Melee has a whole truckload of pluses on it's side. Smooth graphics, responsive controls, an almost satanic amount of play modes and challenges, an even more satanic amount of things for you too unlock (i swear, all those friggin trophies will take twice as long as all the gaps in THPS2), nice music (cept' for that damn DK rap), diverse charcaters, oh... and samus is there, so that's pretty much a reason alone to buy this game). just my 2 copper pieces.… Expand
  3. GregS.
    Jul 27, 2002
    9
    It's bigger, better and badder than the original. Not onloy has the amount of everytihng increased tenfold but signifigant improvements in the single player have been implemented. A must for all gamecube owners!
  4. JasonT.
    Aug 23, 2006
    9
    Don't believe anyone who says this game is childish just because it feature nintendo characters. So what if there's no blood, and the characters are not mature-based fighters from tekken or any other series? This is one of the best fighting game series ever. It's one of the best multiplayer fragfests, and even single player is fun with hours worth of unlockable characters, Don't believe anyone who says this game is childish just because it feature nintendo characters. So what if there's no blood, and the characters are not mature-based fighters from tekken or any other series? This is one of the best fighting game series ever. It's one of the best multiplayer fragfests, and even single player is fun with hours worth of unlockable characters, levels, trophies, minigames, gameplay modes and items. what other fighting game can let you grab a bomb-omb to thro at your opponent when he has the upperhand? Like with Mario Kart, Nintendo takes a genre of games (sports, adventure, racing ,fighting) and adds all of the Nintendo innovation to make that genre even more creative. Nintendo doesn't always mean mature, but it almost always means fun, and SSBM proves that with the best selling game cube game ever.… Expand
  5. MarkT.
    Dec 26, 2003
    9
    Some reviews I have read said this game was for little kids. I guess you didn't catch the T-Rating and the fact that the objective is to Knock Out the opponent, did you? Super Smash Brothers Melee is a great Nintendo fighter featuring Nintendo's famous exclusive characters. (mostly, at least). And these characters are very different from one another and fight differently. And Some reviews I have read said this game was for little kids. I guess you didn't catch the T-Rating and the fact that the objective is to Knock Out the opponent, did you? Super Smash Brothers Melee is a great Nintendo fighter featuring Nintendo's famous exclusive characters. (mostly, at least). And these characters are very different from one another and fight differently. And the enemy A.I. can be adjusted to 9 different levels, too. I loved the insane action and how some many things could happen onscreen without any slowdown. I wished that there was more interacting between backgrounds and characters, however, and that sometimes it gets zoomed out too far. The game also had other "minigame" style gameplay. Event mode was a nice touch, a fun way to unlock characters and cool-but-not-required trophies, but sometimes the difficulty is insanely hard. Luckily this doesn't affect the mainstream game. Super Smash is full of tiny features, from trophies to the Lottery to an index for bonus boints that you get at the end of a battle. This combined with awesome 2-4 player and 1 player that isn't bad either, makes SSB:M a great buy.… Expand
  6. NathanT.
    Nov 11, 2004
    9
    Good game....at first gets boring on one player, BUT this game was made for multi player and thats y i give it the 9. sure it gets repetitive, but there are so many different modes, like super sudden death, and then u can change items to only bombs. it gets crazy fast neways my point is its a very good multiplayer game. not the best single player game so ill stick to my zleda for that....Good game....at first gets boring on one player, BUT this game was made for multi player and thats y i give it the 9. sure it gets repetitive, but there are so many different modes, like super sudden death, and then u can change items to only bombs. it gets crazy fast neways my point is its a very good multiplayer game. not the best single player game so ill stick to my zleda for that.... its a must have for gamecube owners with friends.… Expand
  7. DragonKnightofFinalFantasy
    Nov 27, 2004
    9
    This is a masterpiece of a GC game it is easy to pick up and play it has all your favorite Nintendo characters (well not all of them Wario would've been a nice addition) it has a lot of trophies you'll love to collect. Fun frantic multiplayer is the best thing about SSBM and all the power-ups makes the game even better. It is awesome and fun and frantic yet somewtimes it gets a This is a masterpiece of a GC game it is easy to pick up and play it has all your favorite Nintendo characters (well not all of them Wario would've been a nice addition) it has a lot of trophies you'll love to collect. Fun frantic multiplayer is the best thing about SSBM and all the power-ups makes the game even better. It is awesome and fun and frantic yet somewtimes it gets a little too frantic and you havre no idea what's going on until it's too late. This is a fun game get this now!… Expand
  8. ChrisC.
    Dec 23, 2007
    9
    This is such a great game. It's so much fun that I still play it 6 years later. But that's just the thing that's holding me back from giving it a 10. I'm still playing it 6 years later. It's just so dated, and everything about that game seems tiresome, probably because I just want the new features in Brawl already. Also looking farther into it, the clone This is such a great game. It's so much fun that I still play it 6 years later. But that's just the thing that's holding me back from giving it a 10. I'm still playing it 6 years later. It's just so dated, and everything about that game seems tiresome, probably because I just want the new features in Brawl already. Also looking farther into it, the clone characters really don't do much, and are just wasted space. Also a majority of the stages, while being fun to play on, are just tiresome. Don't get me wrong, it really is an amazing game. I'm just sick of it, all around.… Expand
  9. TheQuietGamer
    Jun 11, 2011
    9
    This may be the most chaotic fighting game of all time, it's hard to see what's going on screen do all the crazy crap that's happening at all times, which makes it all the more fun, not only is it fun to play by yourself but if you get 4 friends together it's even more fun, plus it delivers several blasts from the past like the music, and references to classic games in the stages andThis may be the most chaotic fighting game of all time, it's hard to see what's going on screen do all the crazy crap that's happening at all times, which makes it all the more fun, not only is it fun to play by yourself but if you get 4 friends together it's even more fun, plus it delivers several blasts from the past like the music, and references to classic games in the stages and items, and the characters themselves, and it has tons of cool unlock-ables like characters, and tons of statues which are completely useless but I must have them all, while I do have my complaints like how hard it is to unlock some characters, annoying plat-forming sections in the adventure mode, and the controls are cluttered which really isn't the games fault, it's the controllers, but an option to customize the controls would have been, but in the end this is a fighting game that will have you entertained for many hours still today whether your new to fighting games or not trying to master everything, this is one of the best games on the GameCube, if your a Nintendo fan and have stuck with them throughout the years and haven't played this game you owe it to yourself to buy this game, this is highly recommended, especially for Nintendo fans.… Expand
  10. njdevils17
    Jan 24, 2011
    9
    Just a terrific party game overall. Classic, Adventure, and All-Star mode offer a lot of depth as do the event matches. I had a terrific time unlocking all of the hidden characters and stages. Once you unlock everything, the fun really starts to kick in with multiplayer.

    If you have a few people to play this with, I highly recommend playing it.
  11. duckypwns
    Dec 9, 2011
    9
    Such a fun, fast paced game. Good for just playing with friends, or on a competitive level. I can't really say anything that hasn't already been said a million times. If you want a fighter that will keep you learning new things and getting better for years, play this game.
  12. DWlubu1998
    Jun 28, 2011
    9
    IK this is 2011 and im reviewing a gamecube but why not? So first off graphics are really good for the gamecube time, gameplay is great and action packed especially when playing with a buddy. Story doesnt really make sence but who cares, you can go wrong with all of nintendos best characters in one action packed game.
  13. skeletonking123
    Sep 10, 2011
    9
    One of the greatest Nintendo games, and one of the greatest fighting games ever made. Fantastic graphics for a launch title, great amounts of characters and trophies, and great gameplay and control.
  14. Zegilgamesh
    Dec 30, 2012
    9
    Super Smash Bros. Melee is more fun, has more characters, and has more intuitive gameplay than its predecessor, increasing the replay value ad infinitum.
  15. namDa65
    Jan 17, 2012
    9
    Beautiful game. One of the ultimate games to play when you had friends over back when you were like 14,13. I remember great memories with it. The epitome of brawlers.
  16. 7dogguy
    Mar 3, 2012
    9
    this game kept me busy for 8 years until the new one came out i probably put 1000+ hours into this game its so addicting all the characters that you know and love are in it i dont care its 2012 buy this game
  17. bestbloodyday
    May 22, 2012
    9
    Just as good as the first one but with more characters and possibilities. Is very funny and gives you lots of game play hours. There are also new game modes and they're welcome. On the other side, there is no innovation in the game mechanics.
  18. wesker2012
    May 27, 2012
    9
    Great game.
  19. RyanA
    Jan 11, 2013
    9
    This game was impressively made in two years from the previous title, Super Smash Bros on the N64, in 1999 and this one 2001. There is many great aspects of this game, and few things I'd complain about, but the one thing that made me give this game a point less would be clones. The move sets for some of the characters seem too similar to others, which was a bit sloppy, considering maybe aThis game was impressively made in two years from the previous title, Super Smash Bros on the N64, in 1999 and this one 2001. There is many great aspects of this game, and few things I'd complain about, but the one thing that made me give this game a point less would be clones. The move sets for some of the characters seem too similar to others, which was a bit sloppy, considering maybe a quarter of the characters have this problem. Overall, 9/10… Expand
  20. FaloRoy
    Feb 2, 2013
    9
    This game is ridiculously fun to play. Controls are very smooth and precise, making the gameplay fast and exciting. It adds a ton of content from the previous game, like trophies and more characters. Single player offers many more modes with an adventure mode, event, and all-star mode. Multiplayer is much more fun with a lot match customization options to play with your friends. I do haveThis game is ridiculously fun to play. Controls are very smooth and precise, making the gameplay fast and exciting. It adds a ton of content from the previous game, like trophies and more characters. Single player offers many more modes with an adventure mode, event, and all-star mode. Multiplayer is much more fun with a lot match customization options to play with your friends. I do have a few gripes with this game, however. The visuals are quite nice, but some of the detailing and scaling in some of the levels is a bit low quality, like how the F-Zero machines in Mute City and Big Blue look exactly like the machines in F-Zero X for the N64. I believe the camera mode was rather poorly done, because the controls are wonky as heck and you really can't access this in the middle of a match (which is what Brawl did and I am thankful for that improvement). I also thought the process of unlocking new characters could be a little tedious, such as having to play in hundreds of VS. matches to get someone like Mr. Game and Watch. Granted, the gameplay is fun so it does render this point pretty moot, but if you're not all that into this game, then you might feel bored by having to do this. Admist these minor problems, the game is still great. It's addicting, accessible, and intense. Great for both the hardcore gamer, but also good for casual gamers who want to try out a fighting game. Those that are scoring this game less than a 5 are simply trolling, or spewing ignorance because this game is too simple in its control scheme. I highly recommend this game for your Gamecube collection, even if you're not really into this sort of game.… Expand
  21. Blakenator
    Jan 19, 2013
    9
    One of the main reasons to own the Gamecube, Melee combines both casual and hardcore elements in its fighting that will inspire players to come back to it for a good time. Characters from many of Nintendo's franchises collide in this epic to help gamers settle age long disputes: "Who would win in a fight: Peach or Samus?"
  22. Jamison12
    Jul 3, 2013
    9
    One of the greatest game sever. It's essentially perfect except after one plays Brawl, the flaws in this game will be noticeable, other than that though, this is a legendary game. SO much fun, and better than the crappy Sony rip off.
  23. Yankeee007
    Oct 19, 2013
    9
    Super smash bros melee is an incredible game with tons of stuff to do It makes the original look thin Tons of unlockables. Even the single player it's deep and filled with stuff to do But the multiplayer is even more cuztomizable 26 characters and 29 stages I recommend you to buy it now
  24. SirKirbyThe4th
    May 26, 2014
    9
    If you don't count Smash Bros. Brawl: Project M: this is the best game in the series. Mostly because of the better combat, less horrible characters (Meaning people are balanced in a good way) & less of a focus on "needing to smash, to kill" like Brawl had.
  25. Sarvaia
    Jan 27, 2014
    9
    This game is so much fun with 4 people. The main down side to this game is the single player, it is not that broad.
    Single player: 7/10
    Multiplayer: 10/10
  26. ItsSDHusker
    Jul 26, 2014
    9
    I only put this down because of the HORRIBLE AI. Its one of the worst in a fighting game ever. Other than that, this was a wonderfully crafted game and deserves to be called the best Super Smash Bros. game ever. If you have a GameCube and don't have Melee, your missing out.
  27. SkyrimGuy935
    Oct 4, 2014
    9
    Aaaaahhhh... so much nostalgia. This game boasts an improved character roster from the original and in my opinion the best gameplay of the three Smash Bros. If you've never played this game and you have a Wii or old dusty GameCube you haven't touched in a year or two, then you NEED to go buy this and PLAY THE SH!T OUT OF IT. This is among the absolute best games that Nintendo has everAaaaahhhh... so much nostalgia. This game boasts an improved character roster from the original and in my opinion the best gameplay of the three Smash Bros. If you've never played this game and you have a Wii or old dusty GameCube you haven't touched in a year or two, then you NEED to go buy this and PLAY THE SH!T OUT OF IT. This is among the absolute best games that Nintendo has ever made, which really says a lot with things like the original Super Mario Bros. and Ocarina of Time.… Expand
  28. TehRap
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    This game is just fun as heck. A truly amazing game that stands the test of time. It's over TEN years old and it's still phenomenal and I still have a blast playing it.
  29. Squidy
    Sep 10, 2014
    9
    This game is extremely good. There are lots of Nintendo characters you can choose from to beat up using other Nintendo characters. Some of the music is really good and the intro is beautiful. There are a few flaws. The AI kind of sucks in this game. Also there were a couple a characters that were nearly identical to other characters. Some of them didn't even have games outside of Japan.This game is extremely good. There are lots of Nintendo characters you can choose from to beat up using other Nintendo characters. Some of the music is really good and the intro is beautiful. There are a few flaws. The AI kind of sucks in this game. Also there were a couple a characters that were nearly identical to other characters. Some of them didn't even have games outside of Japan. But that is just minor complaints and won't ruin much from your experience. If I were you, try to get this game ASAP.… Expand
  30. Red-Opposom-098
    Dec 9, 2014
    9
    I've only played the game a few times but this is super enjoyable, especially when with 2 or more players. The Graphics are great for a 2001 game. The gameplay is great. This is a most own even though though its over 10 years old.
  31. JWMG
    Jan 8, 2016
    9
    great game if your a fighting game fan id recommend this great physics interesting stages great cast of characters if you are competitive i wish you luck on journey
  32. RobertTheGreat
    Dec 9, 2017
    9
    This Game Is Great And By Far The Best Gamecube Game I Had Ever Played! I Made Princess Peach Drop Ness Down To The Floor And Then Sit On His Back, I Have Played As Falco The Most. And I Have Defeated Crazy Hand As Falco! It Has Camera Mode In The Special Melee, And I Can Use My 4th Gamecube Controller To Control The Camera! It Is Such An Amazing Game!
  33. GaryFaulkDoesIt
    Jul 31, 2016
    9
    This is likely the most solid installment in the Smash Bros series, as it has a good balance of expanding on the simple, arcade-like feeling of the N64 entry without losing that charm. The new additions to the rosters were generally good choices and the new stages were generally very well designed.

    The single-player mode is one of the best things about the game, as all three variations    This is likely the most solid installment in the Smash Bros series, as it has a good balance of expanding on the simple, arcade-like feeling of the N64 entry without losing that charm. The new additions to the rosters were generally good choices and the new stages were generally very well designed.

    The single-player mode is one of the best things about the game, as all three variations were all very fun to take each character through.

    The only big fault with this game is that there are some balancing issues and some of the characters don't seem to play as well as they should. However, this is overall the strongest entry in the series and is still fun to revisit years later.    … Expand
  34. dibdom
    Mar 14, 2017
    9
    Graphics - 9
    Music - 9
    Gameplay - 10
    Content - 8
    Personal Fun - 10
    Difficulty - 10 .
  35. JoseAn13Torres
    Mar 22, 2017
    9
    Tras el primer Super Smash Bros jamás pensé que un videojuego me iba a dar tantas tardes reunidas con mis amigos en mi casa, obra maestra de la consola GameCube que sin lugar a dudas se convierte en mi juego de ¨lucha¨ favorito, desde entonces el resto me ha sabido a poco.
  36. SortOfCritic
    Jan 2, 2018
    9
    Definitely a game that stood the test of time, Super Smash Brothers Melee improves upon 64 in every way, along with a style that many argue trumps both Brawl and Wii U
  37. AKthaBeast
    Mar 26, 2018
    9
    Took Smash Brothers to another level and is the first game in the franchise to take it to professional gaming. Roster pool is concentrated and gameplay is fun.
  38. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 2, 2020
    9
    Super Smash Bros Melee
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  39. DarrionVale
    Aug 19, 2019
    9
    My personal rating for "Super SMash Bros. Melee" (GC): 9/10 - Awesome
    Gameplay: 9,5
    Video: 7
    Audio: 9
    Scope: 9,5
    Balance: 8,5
    Story: -
  40. kzaccaro
    Jan 14, 2019
    9
    This game is fantastic and full of frenetic fun (alliteration!), although I can see why the fast pace can be too much for some people. This truly was a major step forward for the franchise.
  41. DarCbrGr
    Jun 26, 2021
    9
    Although Smash Ultimate gives this game a run for its money, Melee is still the best Smash.
  42. CB186
    Jun 18, 2020
    9
    While not my favourite in the series (mainly cuz I suck). Super Smash Bros. Melee is an incredibly fun game that I highly recommend.
    However, some more balance in the characters would be nice.
  43. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    9
    The smash bros with the fastest game style of all to date, addictive and fun like few others. A must for lovers of fighting. Lots of characters, collectibles, game modes, and items.
  44. LiquidSnekMGS
    May 26, 2020
    9
    IT IS MELEE!
    This game helped move the Smash Bros franchise to where it is today. It increased the roster, adding fan favorites that were destined to return, even if they were left out in Brawl. It is an awesome party game, or just one to calm down with after a long day.
  45. JamesDrawsThngs
    Aug 27, 2020
    9
    Sequels are a great opportunity to improve and expand upon what worked with the original game. Some of them offer rather subtle improvements, and others are Super Smash Bros. Melee. It’s remarkable how Masahiro Sakurai and his team at HAL Laboratories were able to make such a massive leap forward from the original to this one, and in such a short period of time at that. Melee was theSequels are a great opportunity to improve and expand upon what worked with the original game. Some of them offer rather subtle improvements, and others are Super Smash Bros. Melee. It’s remarkable how Masahiro Sakurai and his team at HAL Laboratories were able to make such a massive leap forward from the original to this one, and in such a short period of time at that. Melee was the reason for people to grab a GameCube, and it became the highest selling game for the console at over 7 Million units. In every single facet is this game an improvement from the original. The fighting mechanics, the visuals, the content. Melee’s got it all and then some. There’s a good reason why people still fondly look back on Melee and still play it to this very day.

    Melee’s presentation is the most obvious upgrade. It’s amazing how in just two short years the N64 original can look so dated in comparison. The character models look great, there are lots of neat little environmental details, and it all runs at a pristine 60 FPS with no hiccups. The game also supports a fantastic soundtrack full of great remixes and original compositions that remain staples to the series to this day. Sure, there are dated aspects to the character models and some parts of the game look kind of gross, but those are very minor issues compared to how much care went into this game.

    More importantly, though, gameplay has been upgraded considerably. It’s functionally the same as the original, where you pick a Nintendo icon and duke it out using a few buttons to pull off different maneuvers and knock opponents off the screen. The fighting feels much faster and smoother, demanding better responses from players. It’s a much more hectic experience, and in multiplayer it’s an absolute blast. Out of the entire Smash Bros. line-up, Melee is the most difficult to master. This is a much more competitive Smash Bros., and tournament players have been able to pull off many crazy exploits that even the developers never intended.

    The Character roster has more than doubled, ranging from weird, unexpected choices like Ice Climbers and Mr. Game and Watch, to characters that had been considered for the first game but couldn’t for various reasons like Bowser and Peach. It’s a really solid roster, even if a good chunk of them are clones. Some also have pretty steep requirements just for you to obtain (Mewtwo), but half of the fun was being surprised by an approaching challenger and battling them in order to add them to the roster.

    Melee offers a wealth of content for you to soak in. For starters, there are more single player options. We have the returning classic mode, but this time the character battles are randomized to keep things fresh. There’s the ever popular Adventure Mode where you run through different stages based on various Nintendo properties. While the “adventure” concept of this mode teeters off halfway through, it’s still a fun, novel concept that really should be explored again in the future. We have the returning Break the Targets mini-game where each character has their own custom target stages that fully utilize their abilities. There’s Event Mode where you have different themed challenges to take on. All Star Mode pits you against every character in the game with limited health items. Melee also introduces the concept of trophies that you can collect from the different game modes or purchase with the coins you earn.

    Of course, multiplayer is back with a vengeance. Smash has always been best with friends and this is some of the best multiplayer action on the GameCube. There are more varieties of game modes to choose from like Coin Battles, Tiny Melee, Sudden Death, Stamina, a full fledge tournament mode. You name it. In case it wasn’t obvious, Melee is positively bursting with content, and is the kind of game that is meant to be played for years on end, not just because of all the things you can unlock, but because of how timeless and fun the core structure of the game is. Super Smash Bros. Melee is not just a great fighting/party game, but it’s just one of my favorites period. Even with other Smash Bros. games that come along it is still worth dusting off from time to time.    … Expand
  46. MicrosoftWord
    Sep 12, 2020
    9
    This game is so good! I really wish Nintendo would release it on newer platforms, since you can only play it on a Gamecube or Wii (first gen model).
  47. omniface
    Mar 8, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. an amazing game for an old time

    pros
    excellent adventure mode
    cool vs cpu mode
    cool other modes
    creative graphics
    decent graphics
    amazing classic mode

    cons
    smash five is better
    smash brawl was better especially by plot
    graphics can be bad
    mario party games outshined it heavily
    repeating and boring trophy mode

    much worth the while playing though    … Expand
  48. PeteyPirahna
    Feb 16, 2022
    9
    9/10
    Well, the game everyone wants a HD remake of, huh. Yeah, it's amazing. It's Melee.
  49. SoulSilverGamer
    Apr 5, 2022
    9
    So the game is super fun, you have to practice til the movement feels fluid but once you do it's so worth it
  50. CrossoverMovie2
    Nov 18, 2022
    9
    A really good Smash Bros game that has lots of fun yet challenging competitive gameplay.
  51. luigiguy
    Dec 14, 2022
    9
    this game is just amazing. the gameplay is super fast and satisfiying. the singleplayer is the best its ever been. i understand why its considered a masterpeice
    9.3/10
  52. Cakiws
    Apr 30, 2023
    9
    This game rocks, the graphics nowadays is a deal, the community made this game even better, in the competitive way is great to see tough challenge, the game bring so much content, like adventure mode, classic mode, all-star, etc, introduces new characters, is a very great game.
  53. miguellopez99
    Jun 1, 2023
    9
    93/100 .
  54. VLG
    Aug 23, 2023
    9
    Me, my brother and my friends spent countless hours playing this game. Good old times.
  55. GameMan2005
    Aug 23, 2023
    9
    An incredible leap from the original game, loads of new content and characters plus faster gameplay.
  56. T.D.
    Jul 2, 2005
    8
    The game is great there is plenty of action and the grafics are great but after a while it gets a little boring.
  57. Saiyuki
    Dec 2, 2002
    8
    This game is just freakin' fun , especially with a bunch of friends. I mean beating the crap out of your friends was never so much fun!! Some of the levels are annoying (like Samus' stage, Stupid lava), but other than that, this game is a true classic brawl, and I love it!! ;)
  58. MoeJ.
    Jul 27, 2007
    8
    Such a fun game with a huge selection of Nintendo characters, and much more levels than the first Smash Bros.
  59. Caestus
    Mar 9, 2013
    8
    Super Smash Bros. Melee is like its predecessor only bigger and better. There is a huge selection of Nintendo Characters and areas and the graphics, for ngc standards, are pretty good.
  60. bobscary
    Mar 31, 2014
    8
    this game is "good", it has alot of content, the gameplay is very fun and addictive, theres a good roster, but i think they need to make a one character per franchise rule, theres 4 mario characters, but one kirby character?, the programmers of the game program the kirby games, so what the heck?, also if your like me and your coming from capcom fighters like MvC2, this game is VERY hard tothis game is "good", it has alot of content, the gameplay is very fun and addictive, theres a good roster, but i think they need to make a one character per franchise rule, theres 4 mario characters, but one kirby character?, the programmers of the game program the kirby games, so what the heck?, also if your like me and your coming from capcom fighters like MvC2, this game is VERY hard to get use to, but still fun… Expand
  61. PedroGamer
    Oct 16, 2014
    8
    I don´t what makes people think that Melee and Project M are a thousand times better.I think these people are so competitive in those games, that, when they went play Brawl, it seems horrible.IT´s NOT!!!
  62. benbenius
    Dec 3, 2014
    8
    It's a fun game, and much better than the Nintendo 64 release. It isn't as good as some of the newer games, but it is definitely fun. The graphics aren't top-notch, and there are some exploits used widely by "hardcore players" but otherwise, it's great.
  63. Mariofan
    Jan 24, 2016
    8
    This game is fun! I like it a lot more than I used to. The graphics are okay for the GameCube. The character selection is great. I like the Adventure mode but I liked SSE in Brawl better. And this game introduced A LOT of stuff to the series. Super Smash Bros Melee is a great SSB game and I would recommend it.
  64. Beastprogamer
    Nov 8, 2015
    8
    This is one of my favourite games on the Nintendo GameCube, and the one I haven't played very much of but got back to it recently, Super Smash Bros. Melee is the Sequal to the Original Super Smash Bros. for the Nintendo 64. The graphics are beyond standards for a launch title, which is great. The character selection is okay. The stages are awesome. The music is great. Adventure Mode is funThis is one of my favourite games on the Nintendo GameCube, and the one I haven't played very much of but got back to it recently, Super Smash Bros. Melee is the Sequal to the Original Super Smash Bros. for the Nintendo 64. The graphics are beyond standards for a launch title, which is great. The character selection is okay. The stages are awesome. The music is great. Adventure Mode is fun as hell. The Intro...I freakin' love that. Super Smash Bros. Melee is one of the Games that are very hard to find for a great deal, sells for like $60-$70 USD Online. My older copy stopped working, but I was LUCKY enough to find one in perfect condition for JUST $50 USD. I recommend you go to every single Video Game Exchange Store in your local area before taking one step ahead to Amazon, eBay, etc. And if you find one for $50 or less, DEFINITELY pick it up ESPECIALLY if it's in great condition. You just can't leave it behind.

    Ultimately to end this review, I love this game along with the 4 (5 if you count Project M.) and I highly recommend it.    … Expand
  65. PeterAlexander
    Jan 6, 2016
    8
    A fantastically fun game to play with friends. Super Smash Bros is a game of skill, luck, but most of all, a game of fun. This game remains enjoyable even to this day.
  66. SmashBPG
    Dec 26, 2015
    8
    This is one of my favourite games on the Nintendo GameCube, and the one I haven't played very much of but got back to it recently, Super Smash Bros. Melee is the Sequal to the Original Super Smash Bros. for the Nintendo 64. The graphics are beyond standards for a launch title, which is great. The character selection is okay. The stages are some of the best in the series IMO. The music isThis is one of my favourite games on the Nintendo GameCube, and the one I haven't played very much of but got back to it recently, Super Smash Bros. Melee is the Sequal to the Original Super Smash Bros. for the Nintendo 64. The graphics are beyond standards for a launch title, which is great. The character selection is okay. The stages are some of the best in the series IMO. The music is great. Adventure Mode is fun as hell. The Intro...I freakin' love that. Super Smash Bros. Melee is one of the Games that are very hard to find for a great deal, sells for like $60-$70 USD Online. My older copy stopped working, but I was LUCKY enough to find one in perfect condition for JUST $50 USD. I recommend you go to every single Video Game Exchange Store in your local area before taking one step ahead to Amazon, eBay, etc. And if you find one for $50 or less, DEFINITELY pick it up ESPECIALLY if it's in great condition. You just can't leave it behind.

    Ultimately to end this review, I love this game along with the 4 (5 if you count Project M.) and I highly recommend it.

    This game is also played competively I think the most, to this day.    … Expand
  67. ashketchum
    Jun 23, 2017
    8
    Super Smash Bros. Melee keeps the fantastic gameplay of it's predecessor, and adds many new elements to it. The camera zooming out is annoying, as many have already stated, and the single-player mode feels very bare, but the multiplayer mode, which is what Smash is made for, is a great experience. Several new characters allow for different approaches to the battles, which shakes up theSuper Smash Bros. Melee keeps the fantastic gameplay of it's predecessor, and adds many new elements to it. The camera zooming out is annoying, as many have already stated, and the single-player mode feels very bare, but the multiplayer mode, which is what Smash is made for, is a great experience. Several new characters allow for different approaches to the battles, which shakes up the gameplay a little. The music gets you pumped up, whilst also creating a great atmosphere, and the controls are very smooth, and feel very tight. Melee is, undoubtedly, a great addition to any gamer's library.… Expand
  68. FNaF
    Dec 10, 2018
    8
    this game looks great but I think it is a bad idea for Nintendo to remaster this.
  69. Mollup
    Mar 14, 2019
    8
    This game is great! Good single player, great multiplayer, interesting items for super fun casual play, and the fastest and most competitive game at the same time. My only gripe is that it can be somewhat difficult to learn compared to other smash games.
  70. AMasterpieceFan
    Jan 7, 2019
    8
    I enjoyed it especially with friends . I liked the gameplay and the mechanics are great. The knocking-out-the-stage mechanic is my favorite. The solo adventure is also good. This game is far from a masterpiece but its great set of characters, the feeling of adventure, and its minimal amount of microtransactions easily makes it a great game.
  71. neojotic
    Aug 26, 2020
    8
    A classic Gamecube game and the best from it's series. Melee moved Smash Bros from an "interesting concept" to a legitimate game with value. Way more characters, game modes and platforms... try going back to the 64 version now lol

    However, the franchise itself has lagged ever since until recently. While Melee is a great Gamecube game it is still far from being the greatest fighter. Even    A classic Gamecube game and the best from it's series. Melee moved Smash Bros from an "interesting concept" to a legitimate game with value. Way more characters, game modes and platforms... try going back to the 64 version now lol

    However, the franchise itself has lagged ever since until recently. While Melee is a great Gamecube game it is still far from being the greatest fighter. Even within it's own sub genre it seems to be a less interesting title than Power Stone for Dreamcast.

    So much nostalgia around Smash Bros and 1000s of hours spent on it in my childhood. It's hard to go back to it now the burnout on the game has lasted over a decade. No doubt this game had huge influence at the time and is probably the game that's seen the most organized tournaments outside of esports.    … Expand
  72. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 24, 2021
    8
    It's a pretty good Smash game. It's still really fun and all, but people who say "It's the best Smash game" are just, like, objectively wrong? lol
  73. Jattaman
    Sep 25, 2022
    8
    Bellissimo episodio della celebre saga di picchiadura Nintendo.
    Grande varietà di livelli, personaggi e meccaniche di gioco.
  74. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    8
    ‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  75. DanielGG91
    Nov 15, 2022
    8
    Nunca he sido un jugador habitual de los Super Smash Bros, pero hay que reconocer lo bien hecho que está y lo divertido que puede ser.
  76. ThePvzGuy
    Mar 28, 2023
    8
    Heavily overratted, still a great game and a classic, even to this day, but be honest yall broke this game and only like it because of how much you've strayed away from the original purpose of this game. Then you shame people who treat it like a party game, and when Nintendo releases a game not catered towards the competitive scene, yall want the game and everyone who plays it executed.Heavily overratted, still a great game and a classic, even to this day, but be honest yall broke this game and only like it because of how much you've strayed away from the original purpose of this game. Then you shame people who treat it like a party game, and when Nintendo releases a game not catered towards the competitive scene, yall want the game and everyone who plays it executed. Anyway, still an incredible game and a classic, my problem is the community.… Expand
  77. turbo_dweeb
    Aug 24, 2023
    8
    this game is reeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaalllllllllllllllyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy good. the only qualm i have with it is that it doesnt take as much space in my mind as the other 2 big smash games
  78. BruceC.
    Mar 6, 2002
    7
    As a multiplayer game, it's good - but not as great as some folks say. 8/10 But as a single player game, it's really nothing special. 6/10 Average of 7/10.
  79. CommandoDude
    Jul 4, 2008
    7
    Speaking from a game viewpoint, this definately impoved over the First super smash. More characters/maps, better graphics, and interesting quirks. Unfortunately, the complex controller of the Nintentdo Gamecube ruined this game for me, the reason why I rate this a 7. Anyone who doesn't mind the Gamecube controller will like this game, anyone who doesn't, well, don't bother.
  80. DylanC-B
    Apr 17, 2005
    7
    I give it 7 because i got good at it quik i got everything in 1 month and im the best who has ever lived!espacialy with sheik...but its to easy very hard done allstar every charecter
  81. EricS.
    Jul 27, 2006
    7
    Pretty good. Very repetitive but still fun. Best part is owning all your friends at it (with all the creap moves).
  82. MarkLaib
    Feb 26, 2009
    7
    Melee at its fullest! Now I know this game has its flaws but when it comes to fighting you got to have this game.
  83. NeoconTom
    Sep 28, 2019
    7
    Its a fun game, buts nowhere near as good as Super Smash Bros. and Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Biggest gripes is the character feel like bricks, they don't feel "floaty" enough.
  84. SoyJ0S3_
    Oct 17, 2021
    7
    The game itself is good, but its mechanics make me feel compelled to play it competitively.
  85. aHard
    Aug 16, 2023
    7
    It’s fun, really a multiplayer game though. Once you find a character that you nail a few moves with it can become a bit competitive. It would have been better if there was a story mode for single player.
  86. BROstoise
    Dec 4, 2014
    6
    Not a bad game, but it's my least favorite smash, most likely because it's so overrated. It's impossible for just anyone to get in the game unless they can pull of complex "advanced techniques" that are really glitches used to cheat. Thanks, ratchet competitive community. 1/4 of the characters are clones, including Ganondorf being a clone of Captain Falcon (making a clone is worse thanNot a bad game, but it's my least favorite smash, most likely because it's so overrated. It's impossible for just anyone to get in the game unless they can pull of complex "advanced techniques" that are really glitches used to cheat. Thanks, ratchet competitive community. 1/4 of the characters are clones, including Ganondorf being a clone of Captain Falcon (making a clone is worse than keeping a clone). The game is terrible unbalanced, having one character that's far better than the rest (Fox). Items appear way too frequently on high settings, and despawn too quickly. The bottom screen hitboxes are too high, causing you to die before getting to optimal range to grab right on to the ledge, and the game is too fast. People praise Melee for being fast, but they shouldn't. You have barely any room for error unless you have the reflexes better than a cat. Adventure mode is another thing that's praised, but really, its nice going through the worlds of characters and all, but due to the lack of variety, it gets REALLY repetitive since you have to complete it with all the characters for all the trophies. The game is filled with game-breaking glitches such as the one that makes Master Hand playable and the "black hole" glitch. Quite possibly the worst of all, to take screenshots require way too many blocks on your memory card, and you need a controller in the 4th slot, that can't control a character, just to do so.
    It has good graphics for a Gamecube game at least.
    Just because Brawl patched the "advanced" exploits and is slower so anyone can enjoy it, the game gets so much hate just for those two things, when almost everything else in the game is an improvement from Melee.

    6.5/10, but I can't give .5's.    … Expand
  87. lidwang
    Mar 1, 2019
    6
    Not as good as 64 but it's still a great time to be had, especially with all the new characters.
  88. thegamingfoo
    Jul 10, 2022
    6
    I play a decent amount of comp smash but i really don't like melee not because of content rather there are so many things you have to remember like you have to do up up down left right L to scratch your balls
  89. MattR.
    Oct 15, 2002
    5
    This game is just... boring. It's kinda fun with friends, but it gets old very, very fast. The whole thing feels put together by a kid who forgot to take his Ritalin, and the "secrets" are so lame they aren't worth unlocking. I really tried to like this one, but I much prefer Virtua Fighter 4.
  90. ShawnT.
    Mar 8, 2003
    5
    It was the best game ever...then the worst game ever so i gave it a 5.
  91. JaredC.
    Jan 1, 2008
    5
    The good news is that the gameplay is immense and the variety of characters is phenomenal as each brilliantly designed individual has their own equivalent share of combating principles, which was wonderful to expect. But the bad news ruins it all, although the gameplay was fine, each level seemed so rushed and with all the characters fighting in one woozy rushed place, Melee has nothing The good news is that the gameplay is immense and the variety of characters is phenomenal as each brilliantly designed individual has their own equivalent share of combating principles, which was wonderful to expect. But the bad news ruins it all, although the gameplay was fine, each level seemed so rushed and with all the characters fighting in one woozy rushed place, Melee has nothing to give except chaos.… Expand
  92. DaveB.
    Nov 18, 2003
    5
    This game is only for the really young gamecube players. This game sucks! But it's by Nintendo, so it's still 10 times better than 95% of the games out there for PS2 and X-Box. So I gave it a 5.
  93. IchM.
    Feb 23, 2002
    3
    hobs ned kspüd, ober i find des is a rießen schmorn. AUS UND GUSCH.
  94. MarkQ.
    Jan 16, 2003
    3
    Quite possibly the most overrated game ever. Is it that Gamecube owners are so desperate for games that they inflate grades for the ones they do have? There is 0 depth and the game gets old very, very fast.
  95. AlexC
    Feb 20, 2009
    2
    Where do i begin? the one player mode is long, boring and makes no sense, and to complete that with every character would be boring as hell. Multiplayer is crap unless you have someone to play it with.
  96. IanT.
    May 4, 2006
    2
    If you're a child, or get beaten by children on real fighters (DOA, Soul Calibur, Tekken, Killer Instinct) then you will enjoy this button masher fest. If you always destroy your friends in real fighters, then play this one with them, they will actually have a chance.
  97. Sadboyfromfe
    Jul 11, 2020
    1
    This game does not hold up nowadays. The game play is extremely buggy and unbalanced. The graphics are terrible (even for the gamecube) and the sound design is atrocious. Doesn't hold up play Ultimate or sm4sh instead.
  98. JohnG.
    Oct 3, 2002
    0
    It's utter crap, not smooth in gameplay. Graphics could be alot better animation wise, very jerky. 2 Player crap. Don't get me wrong I own a gamecube and am a fan but not of this game!
  99. JamesI.
    Jan 3, 2002
    0
    This game is so stupid!!!
  100. LittleBill
    Jul 9, 2002
    0
    Wut r those guys talking about this game is the wurst its all choppy and the guys look strait from nes do not buy this game dont even rent it.
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#1 Best GameCube Game of 2001
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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 38 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 37 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. Eurogamer
    100
    An exotic cocktail of entertainment for Nintendo fans, who will slurp up every last drop, and if you want to talk about longevity, I've had this game on import for about six months and I still haven't finished it.
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  2. GMR Magazine
    90
    A Nintendo fanatic's dream, if only for the exhaustive gallery of collectible Nintendorabilia. [Feb 2003, p.96]
  3. Gamestyle
    90
    Seeing the ducks from "Duck Hunt" or the 2 dimensional Ice-climbers (also featured as playable characters) will have you praising Nintendo for their kindness in bringing back some long forgotten gaming moments.
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