Super Smash Bros. Melee

 GameCube
User Score
9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 1030 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 943 out of 1030
  2. Mixed: 43 out of 1030
  3. Negative: 44 out of 1030
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  1. DerekE.
    Apr 4, 2006
    10
    This game is absolutely incredible. At first it started out as the most fun I'd ever had playing a fighting game.... but, then as you realize just how complex the game play can get when you integrate some of the secret, upper tier moves it becomes something different entirely. Seriously, if you own this game and haven't figured out the wavedashing, short hopping, and L-cancel This game is absolutely incredible. At first it started out as the most fun I'd ever had playing a fighting game.... but, then as you realize just how complex the game play can get when you integrate some of the secret, upper tier moves it becomes something different entirely. Seriously, if you own this game and haven't figured out the wavedashing, short hopping, and L-cancel (etc.) moves... do yourself a favor and google it. It transforms the game and takes it to an incredible level.... it's now possibly my favorite game of all time. I mean, I have had this for years and I still play it with friends at least 3 times a week.… Expand
  2. MichaelK.
    Jun 2, 2006
    10
    im jus gonna point this out: SSBM is one of the deepest, most creative, and funest game i hav ever played. the single player is extremely good and the multiplayer is legendary. seriously if anyone remembers Goldeneye for the n64's multiplayer, SSBM is better then that. my freinds and i play it non-stop for hours on end and were all 19. if u dont like this game u r definately a im jus gonna point this out: SSBM is one of the deepest, most creative, and funest game i hav ever played. the single player is extremely good and the multiplayer is legendary. seriously if anyone remembers Goldeneye for the n64's multiplayer, SSBM is better then that. my freinds and i play it non-stop for hours on end and were all 19. if u dont like this game u r definately a tekkenhead or a virtua fighter junkie cause u jus luv ur fighter complicated and not very fun. SSBM is a game for anyone young 7 year olds to grandparents.… Expand
  3. BenF.
    Nov 1, 2007
    10
    The greatest action game with the longest lifespan EVER!! it never gets boring, and takes ages to complete everything there is to do in the game. the amount of match awards is near endless but just one problem. pichu sucks! they should have put in a better pokemon like charmander or something. if they replaced pichu this game would be perfect!
  4. ChadE.
    Jan 11, 2002
    10
    Could this game be any sweeter?!? The answer...NO WAY!!
  5. JamesS.
    Jan 11, 2002
    10
    This is a must buy for the Gamecube with hundreds of secrets to unlock and collect and neverending fun.
  6. HellHaWkPOWER
    Jan 10, 2002
    10
    What can I say but F......g A!
  7. AndrewJ.F.
    Jan 11, 2002
    10
    I finally killed that wanker fox and his bastard friend.
  8. DominikS.
    Jan 14, 2002
    10
    I have not played this game, because I live in Austria. But when I go to the search maschine there comes hundreds of sites about this game. I looked at this site and is this true, I can say only a WORD: PERFECT!!!!!!!!!
  9. ZiggyStardust
    Dec 13, 2002
    10
    At 1st I thought it was a button masher fighting game. But upon further examination, it isn't. The controls may be simple, but mastering them is definately a challenge. Multi player is probably some of the most fun to be had on the gamecube. It also has detailed stat tracking. So you can see how you stack up against your friends in numerous categories. Excellent fun.
  10. 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!! ;)
  11. Vipersniper[HF]
    Dec 3, 2002
    10
    All you who hate this game... Take a pill! The ones of us who actually USE the thing we have upon our necks like this game. The reason i give it ten: IT RULES YOU MORONS!
  12. [Anonymous]
    Feb 15, 2002
    10
    It has great intense graphics and cool secret characters, and I like how they added new characters.
  13. LeonF.
    May 9, 2002
    10
    If you dis this you are on crack, what's not to love?
  14. PatrickD.
    Jun 9, 2002
    10
    It rocks. dantecan kissas.
  15. MatthewL.
    Aug 11, 2002
    9
    This is one game that can only be described as genius. it is a fantastic idea that has been executed perfectly. I would have given a perfect score if the game was slightly longer. The replay value comes from trying to beat your previous time.
  16. PatrickH.
    Oct 22, 2003
    9
    Could've been better, i wish gannondorf was able to become gannon.
  17. MichelleP.
    Feb 21, 2003
    10
    YAY! An updated version of the original that's even BETTER! The graphics, levels, challenges, and new characters. This is a great game to have at a party.
  18. AseefRaihan
    Mar 15, 2003
    10
    A really cool game!!!
  19. CalM.
    Mar 18, 2003
    10
    This games is sweet.
  20. CarlosA.
    Jul 31, 2003
    10
    Well first of all Kong is a FOB,i know that dude and he loves to say crap about the good games that NINTENDO brings out,same for the other people that write stuff with out any proof. This is a great graphically speaking game, with great characters,cool secrets and a SUPER FUN multiplayer option!!So dont believe the people like KONG who are ignorant and negative.Any way this is a game Well first of all Kong is a FOB,i know that dude and he loves to say crap about the good games that NINTENDO brings out,same for the other people that write stuff with out any proof. This is a great graphically speaking game, with great characters,cool secrets and a SUPER FUN multiplayer option!!So dont believe the people like KONG who are ignorant and negative.Any way this is a game worth buying,theres a lot to do,many options,i just personally think that Wario was missing:(, but its an awesome game!!!!… Expand
  21. Josh
    Aug 31, 2003
    10
    Great game, A LOT better than the first one, great new modes and stuff. BUY IT!!
  22. ZacharyM.
    Dec 11, 2004
    10
    As my opinion I think its the best game since super mario bros. Smash bros. is alot of games put into one. Much better than the first.
  23. DarkM.
    Apr 23, 2004
    10
    This game is awesome. All of the levels are neat. I like the music. I whoop every one's oss with Mario. With Mario, I beat the coins out of everyone. >Get it?!
  24. Djbs
    May 13, 2004
    10
    This game is the bomb,literaly.you use bombs and blow up each other. no blood so dont get grossed out but it is preaty cool.it actually great. ssbm rules suckers!
  25. MattP.
    May 28, 2004
    10
    A suprisingly simple game to pick up and play and even beat, but conquering the computer is easy part: playing against skilled competators is the difficult part. It expands the already great original an doesn't leave anything out. A must have.
  26. JamesJ
    May 5, 2004
    10
    This game is great its possibly the best game ever i have every character and the only things left to do is to get 10 trophies and do events 50 51 and the space travelers one i had to play 700 vs matches to get mewtwo.
  27. DannyR.
    May 5, 2004
    10
    This game never gets repetitive when you play on a tournament. You should try one on your own.If you don't have one Ill give you one.Try doing a fire tournament.You should have all fire items.The only two stages you should have is (jungle japes) and (congo jungle n64).The only characters you should have is the ones who have red costumes and they do fire moves.I kick ass with This game never gets repetitive when you play on a tournament. You should try one on your own.If you don't have one Ill give you one.Try doing a fire tournament.You should have all fire items.The only two stages you should have is (jungle japes) and (congo jungle n64).The only characters you should have is the ones who have red costumes and they do fire moves.I kick ass with kirby.This game is great!!!kirby kirby kirby!!!!… Expand
  28. EvilFurby!!!
    Jun 14, 2004
    10
    Forget the T rating! I have played it many times, though I rarley win in Bonus. I have every single character, and this is very nice. So, you want somebody that's in Melee only? Complete the challenge and watch them pop up one by one. I like the sound test. Now we can hear Kirby scream!
  29. ClelJ.
    Jun 23, 2004
    10
    Very addictive, I still play the game even though I got it when it first came out! The gameplay is great, you can run around, bomb people, dodge explosions! This game fits just about anyone
  30. HoodedJustice
    Sep 26, 2004
    10
    One of the best games ever. High replay value.
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#1 Best GameCube Game of 2001
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#1 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2001
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#1 Most Shared 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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