Super Smash Bros. Melee

 GameCube
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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. TreasureOrTrash
    Sep 8, 2023
    0
    Trash!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  2. 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
  3. GameMan2005
    Aug 23, 2023
    9
    An incredible leap from the original game, loads of new content and characters plus faster gameplay.
  4. VLG
    Aug 23, 2023
    9
    Me, my brother and my friends spent countless hours playing this game. Good old times.
  5. 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.
  6. RefinedInsights
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    The best Smash bros game ever! It's not even close. Also one of the best fighting games ever.
  7. Bestgamer10
    Aug 2, 2023
    10
    This is my absolutely favorite Video Game of all time. The reason is because the Story Mode ist PERFECT!
  8. Chrono2112
    Jun 21, 2023
    10
    The best competitive game ever made. There are dozens of techniques that can be implemented into your gameplay. That is why over 20 years after the game’s release it is still played competitively. It is also a great game for casual players. Tons of trophies to unlock. 26 different character. Tons of stages. And amazing single player content. Best fighting game ever made.
  9. miguellopez99
    Jun 1, 2023
    9
    93/100 .
  10. 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.
  11. E2B
    Apr 21, 2023
    10
    Quite possibly my favorite game of all time, SSBM shines to this day. With a roster big enough to allow for character variety, a gameplay system allowing for some of the highest level of fighting games, plenty of one player modes to mess around with, and a community supporting the game as much as possible, SSBM is just as great of a game as ever. I genuinely have no significant complaintsQuite possibly my favorite game of all time, SSBM shines to this day. With a roster big enough to allow for character variety, a gameplay system allowing for some of the highest level of fighting games, plenty of one player modes to mess around with, and a community supporting the game as much as possible, SSBM is just as great of a game as ever. I genuinely have no significant complaints about the game, and it's pretty much a perfect game in my eyes. While it is true that the competitive scene dominates the discourse of Melee these days, let's not forget how the high-speed of the game also enhances the fun for casual play, adding to the chaos of items and the wackier stages.

    10/10 easily.    … Expand
  12. MetaBones
    Apr 6, 2023
    10
    In every way possible, Melee amps up the greatness that made the Nintendo 64 Smash Bros game so much fun. It introduces tons of new characters to the roster, allows you a rewarding character-unlocking system, provides tons of bonus content and game modes to try, and fine-tunes the mechanics with much more precision. Even now on the Nintendo Switch players prefer to use the GameCubeIn every way possible, Melee amps up the greatness that made the Nintendo 64 Smash Bros game so much fun. It introduces tons of new characters to the roster, allows you a rewarding character-unlocking system, provides tons of bonus content and game modes to try, and fine-tunes the mechanics with much more precision. Even now on the Nintendo Switch players prefer to use the GameCube controller layout due to their experience with this game.

    The new adventure mode is a real treat and classic mode features a healthy variety of battles and bonus stages to test your knowledge of the character's moves and abilities. The trophy collection implementation is not only a rewarding experience but a true gamer's collection dream as it provides lots of context from outside games and overall celebrates the franchises they include.

    Smash Bros. Melee is a true tribute to gaming and is just one of the most fun games ever made for any platform. If you're not into smash 'em combat games, you may not enjoy yourself but there's still some things to love and respect about the game anyway.    … Expand
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. CrossoverMovie2
    Nov 18, 2022
    9
    A really good Smash Bros game that has lots of fun yet challenging competitive gameplay.
  16. 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.
  17. Jattaman
    Sep 25, 2022
    8
    Bellissimo episodio della celebre saga di picchiadura Nintendo.
    Grande varietà di livelli, personaggi e meccaniche di gioco.
  18. ROTSA2
    Sep 15, 2022
    10
    A game sequel that expands and improves upon everything that already worked in its predecessor.
  19. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    8
    ‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  20. BasilZero
    Jul 23, 2022
    10
    Game: Super Smash Bros Melee
    Genre: Fighting
    Developer: HAL Laboratory Publisher: Nintendo System: Nintendo Gamecube (GCN) Year of Release: 2001 Length of Playthrough: 88 Hours Total Score: 94/100 Value Score: 9.4/10 • Story: 5/10 • Characters: 9/10 • GamePlay: 10/10 • Graphics: 10/10 • Sound: 10/10 • Music: 10/10 • Length: 10/10 • Replay Value: 10/10 • Player Value:    Game: Super Smash Bros Melee
    Genre: Fighting
    Developer: HAL Laboratory
    Publisher: Nintendo
    System: Nintendo Gamecube (GCN)
    Year of Release: 2001
    Length of Playthrough: 88 Hours

    Total Score: 94/100
    Value Score: 9.4/10

    • Story: 5/10
    • Characters: 9/10
    • GamePlay: 10/10
    • Graphics: 10/10
    • Sound: 10/10
    • Music: 10/10
    • Length: 10/10
    • Replay Value: 10/10
    • Player Value: 10/10

    Pros
    +25 playable characters (including returning characters and new characters)
    +New stages along with some old stages
    +Classic mode returns with new Adventure mode which gives the game a platformer experience across different Nintendo worlds
    +All Star mode unlocked once you have finished all of the Classic/Adventure characters
    +51 event mode match types for challenges
    +Versus, Training and Target modes
    +Special melee match types include more variety of different types of matches
    +More items alongside returning items

    Cons
    -No story in adventure mode or classic
    -Some characters are just clones like Ganondorf, Dr Mario, and Pichu

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    Super Smash Bros. (N64): 85
    Super Smash Bros Melee (GCN): 94    … Expand
  21. Dimon228
    Jul 20, 2022
    10
    Best smash game ever. Fun, hype, good for casual play and best for competetive
  22. Bruddler
    Jul 13, 2022
    10
    Neben World of Warcraft wohl das Spiel in das ich am meisten Lebenszeit investiert habe. Nach der Schule oder der Arbeit zu einem Kumpel, an der Bong einen durchgelötet und dann den ganzen tag lang Smash Matches. Beste zeit
  23. 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
  24. seizek
    Jul 4, 2022
    10
    En usko, että tätä parempaa moninpeliä löytyy, erittäin syvä pelimekaniikka.
  25. GDsReviews
    May 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Few games improved on their predecessors more than Super Smash Bros Melee.

    This is easily the best game for the Game Cube, and is still fun to play after more then two decades. All of the original Smash 64 roster is here plus just as many new characters in the roster. The stage selection is significantly expanded including some from the original game. The classic mode is mostly random in character appearances despite a solid pattern of how the battles goes and breaks, making it way more challenging than the original. The Adventure mode has a solid pattern, but it is still fun and epic, with some tricks if you want something more specific. All Star mode unlocks after unlocking all characters.

    All of this is topped off by a fantastic soundtrack. No Game Cube game collection is complete without Super Smash Bros Melee.    … Expand
  26. RedLion
    May 1, 2022
    10
    This game is perfect. The skill ceiling is high so it keeps you playing, the gameplay is amazing, the ost is masterful, the graphics while not as good as other gamecube games like mario sunshine or windwaker are still impressive. the roster is iconic, the stage selection is great, and the single player content kept me going back for years even when I didn't have friends over
  27. 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
  28. PeteyPirahna
    Feb 16, 2022
    9
    9/10
    Well, the game everyone wants a HD remake of, huh. Yeah, it's amazing. It's Melee.
  29. ProfAmateur
    Dec 7, 2021
    10
    I don't know how many hundreds of hours i spent with my friend in this game. This says everything.
  30. Maotheoverlord8
    Oct 19, 2021
    10
    Very fun even still in 2021. It not only has a high nostalgic factor. But still has a great competitive scene. Way more fun to play then Smash Ultimate too. Great and Classic Smash experience.
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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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