Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

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  • Summary: Inklings from the Splatoon series, as well as returning Smash characters like Mario and Link will be making appearances in this classic Nintendo franchise's Switch debut. Faster combat, new items, new attacks, new defensive options, and more will keep the battle raging whether you’re at homeInklings from the Splatoon series, as well as returning Smash characters like Mario and Link will be making appearances in this classic Nintendo franchise's Switch debut. Faster combat, new items, new attacks, new defensive options, and more will keep the battle raging whether you’re at home or on the go. … Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 98 out of 99
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 99
  3. Negative: 0 out of 99
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Feb 26, 2019
    100
    This is the ultimate Smash Bros. How will they ever top it? [Issue #37 – January/February 2019, p. 65]
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  2. Power Unlimited
    Dec 6, 2018
    100
    Don't ask me how Nintendo managed to put more than 35 years of experience and love into one product, but they succeeded. Smash Ultimate is not only the ultimate Smash game, the ultimate fighting game, the ultimate party game, and the ultimate collection of videogame nostalgia: it's the ultimate video game. I will continue to play this forever. At least, until Nintendo delivers another sequel.
  3. XGN
    Dec 6, 2018
    97
    This is the ultimate Super Smash Bros. With an abundance of fighters, stages and modes there is always fun in fighting friends. Even when you're playing by yourself thanks to Classic Mode and World of Light if you play the second one in bite-sized chunks.
  4. Everyeye.it
    Dec 6, 2018
    93
    For the first time, we could almost say that the Nintendo brawler has reached the saturation point, beyond which it is really difficult to think about what future episodes might hold.
  5. GameSpot
    Dec 17, 2018
    90
    An inconsistent online mode and situational downers don't stop Super Smash Bros. Ultimate from shining as a flexible multiplayer game that can be as freewheeling or as firm as you want it to be. Its entertaining single-player content helps keep the game rich with interesting things to do, as well as bolstering its spirit of loving homage to the games that have graced Nintendo consoles. Ultimate's diverse content is compelling, its strong mechanics are refined, and the encompassing collection is simply superb.
  6. Critical Hit
    Dec 11, 2018
    90
    Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is more than best-of-hits collection of Smash games past. It’s a tightly woven experience that deftly combines the old with the new and manages to meet the lofty expectations placed on it. It’s incredibly easy to pick up and play, with enough depth and nuance to keep players engaged. It’s the best Smash Bros has ever been.
  7. Attack of the Fanboy
    Dec 10, 2018
    70
    Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is equal parts greatness and lacking. The sheer wealth of content and great gameplay is commended but there are big holes in what could be a great game.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,080 out of 1333
  2. Mixed: 106 out of 1333
  3. Negative: 147 out of 1333
  1. Robert95
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    The best smash bros game so far, combines everything for casual and competitive game. Without a doubt this is the best work of Sakurai.
  2. abYss123
    Jan 27, 2021
    10
    This is one of the best fighting games. I've spent almost 1000 hours in the game grinding and playing with my friends. It's probably myThis is one of the best fighting games. I've spent almost 1000 hours in the game grinding and playing with my friends. It's probably my favorite game because you never get bored of grinding new characters playing online or in tournaments. I can see how people can get bored of it if they play with items on, all stages, stage hazards on and free for alls. If you play with competitive ruleset you wont get bored. The buffer system and 6 frame input delay can eat your inputs, lower your reaction time, ect. The pros out way the cons 200% . Very fun for non-casuals.… Expand
  4. PeteyPirahna
    Feb 16, 2022
    10
    10/10
    My favorite fighting game of all-time. Now Sakurai, please rest. I beg of you.
  5. rekt_dim
    Mar 24, 2020
    9
    1) Smash 4 but better
    2) It'S noT MelLeE... It is fine
    Nerf palu plz Sakurai
    Plz
  6. KingMikeX
    Dec 12, 2018
    9
    If this is Sakurai's last Smash Bros game he went out with a bang. The new adventure mode, World of Light, is the story mode many peopleIf this is Sakurai's last Smash Bros game he went out with a bang. The new adventure mode, World of Light, is the story mode many people wanted. It had a simple but great story, some fun and sometimes overly frustrating challenges, and had some challenging battles. I was a big fan of how we unlocked characters in this game and I some of the newcomers had very interesting play styles that I instantly grew a liking towards. Also, I was in shock and awe over the new classic mode and how each character had a different route they take where each one had different enemies and bosses to fight. There where a lot of callbacks and I love some of the new bosses which I will not go into but they are a lot of fun. Overall this is the best smash bros game to date.… Expand
  7. CollectorCarter
    Aug 11, 2022
    8
    It’s a very good smash game that is an absolute joy to play with friends! The fact that everyone is there is awesome! Unfortunately the lackIt’s a very good smash game that is an absolute joy to play with friends! The fact that everyone is there is awesome! Unfortunately the lack of waluigi caused a 2 point decrease… Expand
  8. Altendo
    Feb 9, 2022
    0
    I am usually not that critica, but:

    No new. Kirby things WTF is BWD? MakesKirby look like a kids game However: It is fun It has a    I am usually not that critica, but:

    No new. Kirby things
    WTF is BWD?
    MakesKirby look like a kids game

    However:

    It is fun
    It has a decent story mode
    It has Kirby    … Expand

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