Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

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8.6

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  1. Daniel_64
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Super Smash bros. Ultimate, Is the Ultimate smash game. From its 1000+ unique spirit battles to grind to its multi-player smash mode. Smash ultimate almost exceeds in every area possible. The only gripes I have is the online and the lack of single player content outside of world of light (which are very small complaints compared to the amount of positives.) However with the newly announced 3.0.0 update, it seems possible they are tweaking the online and adding stage builder, target smash ect. It’s still the same old smash down to its core, but the more in depth you go you can really see what makes this smash the ultimate version.… Expand
  2. sheddy57
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    This truly is the ultimate smash bros. Hundreds of hours of content, and extremely fun gameplay. If you have a switch, you NEED this game!
  3. Mario_Tierra
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    Una auténtica oda a los videojuegos, cuando pensábamos que no podían superar la jugabilidad de WiiU, lo hicieron. Una cantidad de personajes descomunal, unos modos muy variados, casi parece que alberga cinco juegos de lucha en uno solo. La mejor entrega (por el momento) de mi franquicia favorita. La saga de sagas.
  4. BradyWarren
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    This is easily the Best Smash Game I've ever played, props to the entire development team for their hard work.
  5. Taylo226
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Fun game to be sure.

    and here are the other sixty characters so i can submit my review.
  6. Idoshany
    Dec 22, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a Freaking Master Pieace! The characters controll Fantastic, the Modes are fun, World of light may not be for every one but I do really likeit!… Expand
  7. Jacknew
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    The best SMB that I even seen, a lot of content, a huge map in the adventure mode, 74+1 characters, 103 scenarios, the return of old mechanics and a few new ones, tons of collectibles and iconic characters not only from Nintendo but from Konami, Capcom, Sega, Square Enix and even more as collectible spirits, even Indie games, definitble a must have
    But if you are a Nintendo,s hater, I    The best SMB that I even seen, a lot of content, a huge map in the adventure mode, 74+1 characters, 103 scenarios, the return of old mechanics and a few new ones, tons of collectibles and iconic characters not only from Nintendo but from Konami, Capcom, Sega, Square Enix and even more as collectible spirits, even Indie games, definitble a must have
    But if you are a Nintendo,s hater, I invite U to give this game a score of 0.0    … Expand
  8. GoodCat
    Feb 10, 2019
    10
    El Super Smash Bros definitivo y es que la cantidad de contenido que tiene el juego es bestial, están todos los personajes que aparecieron en entregas anteriores a si como los escenarios de lucha y música, gráficamente es una delicia de colores y definición a una taza de FPS estables en 60 y una resolución de 1080p, la jugabilidad mantiene ese frenetismo de las primeras entregas y seEl Super Smash Bros definitivo y es que la cantidad de contenido que tiene el juego es bestial, están todos los personajes que aparecieron en entregas anteriores a si como los escenarios de lucha y música, gráficamente es una delicia de colores y definición a una taza de FPS estables en 60 y una resolución de 1080p, la jugabilidad mantiene ese frenetismo de las primeras entregas y se agregaron nuevos movimientos a los luchadores, su modo historia tiene gran cantidad de contenido y la administración de espíritus y su influencia en las estadísticas del personaje hacen que la experiencia no se vuelva repetitiva, la creación de perfiles con las opciones seleccionadas nos permite jugar como queramos o recrear en escenarios y objetos SSB anteriores, como punto negativo en online no va muy bien se encuentran problemas de LAG, pero en general todo un diez este juego y una compra obligada para la Nintendo Switch.… Expand
  9. Adubis27
    Jan 2, 2019
    10
    I can understand he 8.6 as online was very spotty at one time. However, to me, after the effort put into this game by Sakurai, with online still under investigation even after patches so he makes sure we get the best experience, this is the best game I've ever played. 10/10
  10. EdgarEM
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    Simplemente un juego incansable, jugando con amigos o en linea, aunque la jugabildad sea un poco distinta y la verdad me costo un poco de trabajo entender los pequeños cambios en gameplay, sin duda son muy importantes, cientos de horas le tengo previstas a este juego
  11. bode1111
    Jan 5, 2019
    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. best ever
  12. NothingReviews
    Feb 16, 2019
    10
    What the hell do I say? Out of all the smash games that have ever been released, this is the best Super Smash Bros game. It has ever character and map from the previous game and even new characters and stages and the story mode is awesome and uses this rock, paper, scissors system which works well. Boss fights are a needed addition and I'm so glad they have it. Music is always fantastic.What the hell do I say? Out of all the smash games that have ever been released, this is the best Super Smash Bros game. It has ever character and map from the previous game and even new characters and stages and the story mode is awesome and uses this rock, paper, scissors system which works well. Boss fights are a needed addition and I'm so glad they have it. Music is always fantastic. Online may work but sometimes you may have a connection problem but it still works well enough.

    Honestly, this is the best game on the switch and it would look weird if you don't have it on your switch. There's no negative I have with it. What a comeback Nintendo did    … Expand
  13. JCgamer18
    Dec 10, 2018
    10
    When he named this game super smash bros ultimate he was not kidding this is the ultimate super smash bros and i dont think anything can top this. Sakurai really outdid himself on this one and the adventure mode was AMAZING. from all the characters, stages, music and just sheer amount of content in this game is truly sakurai'a magnum opus for the series and I cant wait for the DLC. SakuraiWhen he named this game super smash bros ultimate he was not kidding this is the ultimate super smash bros and i dont think anything can top this. Sakurai really outdid himself on this one and the adventure mode was AMAZING. from all the characters, stages, music and just sheer amount of content in this game is truly sakurai'a magnum opus for the series and I cant wait for the DLC. Sakurai has created a masterpiece and this game is THE best fighting game in the current market and anyone can pick it up and play with simple controls and amazing locations and characters. There is something here for everyone… Expand
  14. Pringle31
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Super Smash Bros. Ultimate takes a superb game to new level with so much content that is near to impossible to try all there is included in it.
  15. Lamabunnyvile
    Jan 5, 2019
    10
    I have already put in almost 200 hours into this game and I can't stop, its single player is addicting its roster is huge and diverse it's great.
  16. MaximisRulz
    Dec 22, 2018
    10
    The best smash game yet. Sakurai has fixed the mistakes he has made with previous games. I would have preferred a story mode such as subspace, or the online to work better on release, but these are small problems, The online was patched in about a week. This game is perfect.
  17. DeadYoshi
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    This game is incredible. I love the new character inclusions. Sakurai worked really hard on this game and people need to be more appreciative of the effort he put in and stop complaining that there aren't enough new characters. The gameplay is great, World of Light is fun, the character models are beautiful, and I'm really excited for Piranha Plant and Joker from Persona 5 and the otherThis game is incredible. I love the new character inclusions. Sakurai worked really hard on this game and people need to be more appreciative of the effort he put in and stop complaining that there aren't enough new characters. The gameplay is great, World of Light is fun, the character models are beautiful, and I'm really excited for Piranha Plant and Joker from Persona 5 and the other DLC characters. Also, please stop review bombing this game and giving it a zero because you think its a good game but not good enough to have all of these 10s or just to be a troll, just give the game the score that you think it deserves.… Expand
  18. MPReviews
    Mar 3, 2019
    10
    Pros:
    -Every single character from the previous games returns plus newcomers, making for the hugest roster we’ve ever seen in a Smash game.
    -The newcomers are all fantastic barring one exception, which I’ll get into later -We still have more new characters on the way, such as Joker from Persona 5! -Echo fighters are a great way of categorizing the clones, and the new ones that we got    Pros:
    -Every single character from the previous games returns plus newcomers, making for the hugest roster we’ve ever seen in a Smash game.
    -The newcomers are all fantastic barring one exception, which I’ll get into later
    -We still have more new characters on the way, such as Joker from Persona 5!
    -Echo fighters are a great way of categorizing the clones, and the new ones that we got are all great
    -We got some really cool alts such as Wedding & Builder Mario, Crafted World Yoshi, and Pikachu Libre
    -There’s over 100 stages, and the majority of them are really fun to play on!
    -Classic mode is the best it’s ever been
    -I like how Multi Man Smash and All Star Mode have been simplified
    -Gameplay is the best and most polished the series has seen yet
    -Ditches coin battles in favor of having stamina battles as a standard mode, which is a much better choice
    -Smashdown is a mode I’ve always wanted to have in Smash Bros, so I’m really happy it’s finally here.
    Phenomenal soundtrack
    -Unlocking all the characters is more streamlined and fun.
    -Unlocking things in general (Music, Mii Costumes, etc) is much more streamlined and fun than in some previous Smash games, particularly Smash 4.
    -The menu is organized in a much better way than Smash 4’s menu was

    Cons (NOTE: Practically all of these are just nitpicks):
    -Some stages such as Sector Z, Mute City, Poke Floats, Rainbow road, Pac-Maze, Orbital Gate Assault, and Wooly World were unfortunately cut but yet stages like Hanenbow, 75M, Pac Land, and The Great Cave Offensive were brought back for some reason.
    -Many modes like Target test, Home Run Contest, Stage Builder, Smash Run, etc were unfortunately cut.
    -Spirits, while not bad, don’t quite make up for the loss of trophies
    -World of Light was a bit of a disappointment. While I do still appreciate the inclusion of an adventure mode, and while it isn’t bad, it’s too long and gets too repetitive.
    -Isabelle is playable but Shovel Knight and Waluigi are assist trophies.
    -You can’t turn stages hazards on and off from the stage select
    -It doesn’t save your character after a match
    -Why the heck is Mario’s Fire Mario Alt gone!?
    -Why the heck is Black Yoshi gone!?
    -They went all out representing other 3rd party series, yet there’s still only 2 Final Fantasy songs, and not even any Final Fantasy themed spirits outside of Cloud’s spirit.

    Final verdict: This is easily the best Smash Bros game yet. It trims the fat in regards to game modes and focuses on polishing and refining upon the core Smash gameplay as well as classic mode. While I do wish Isabelle hadn’t been playable and I would have prefered something more like Subspace for the adventure mode, it doesn’t take away from how much love and care the developers clearly put into this game. If you own a Nintendo Switch, you need to buy this game. 10/10    … Expand
  19. MichaelJS
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Been playing this game almost non stop since the release. Nothing but pure joy. Enough said.
  20. Berke28
    Feb 21, 2019
    10
    Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is the best fighting game on the Switch and Super Smash Bros. is something only Nintendo could make: a game that’s not only a celebration of some of the most well-loved games and series in the world, but a game that also captures the childlike joy that those games were always designed to inspire. This game deserves all it's praise, again thank u Sakurai forSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate is the best fighting game on the Switch and Super Smash Bros. is something only Nintendo could make: a game that’s not only a celebration of some of the most well-loved games and series in the world, but a game that also captures the childlike joy that those games were always designed to inspire. This game deserves all it's praise, again thank u Sakurai for making this unbelievable game!… Expand
  21. carmona007
    Feb 6, 2019
    10
    O melhor jogo de quebra até agora, combina tudo para um jogo casual e competitivo. Sem dúvida este é o melhor trabalho de Sakurai.
  22. REDMAN_GAMING
    Jun 15, 2019
    10
    this is pretty much one of the Greatest Games ever made on the same level of oot and melee botw and super mario brothers its incredibe
  23. Respectthecrow
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    So much love and passion was put into this game it's hard not to give it a perfect score. With the most Characters, Stages, Song, a ton of spirits and a very lengthy yet fun story mode this is definitely the Ultimate version of smash brothers by far.
  24. gouveiakennedy
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    jogo de luta mais completo da atualidade. smash bros é meu jogo de luta favorito atualmente com muitos personagens para escolher, trilha sonora linda
  25. kowalski84
    Dec 10, 2018
    10
    Fast, fun and extremely addictive! The new "story mode" is huge, but also very well put together, very challenging. The on line game sometimes is a little laggy, but I prefer to wait a few days before judge. Must buy if you own a Switch!
  26. B-Bog
    May 26, 2019
    10
    I didn't really ever get into the Smash Bros. franchise that much in the past, aside from the occasional match with friends. The last entry that I played was Melee. Regardless, I kind of bought into the hype for this game, probably partly because the Switch was having a slow year (aside from Indie games and ports). But I was BLOWN away when I downloaded Ultimate and started playing theI didn't really ever get into the Smash Bros. franchise that much in the past, aside from the occasional match with friends. The last entry that I played was Melee. Regardless, I kind of bought into the hype for this game, probably partly because the Switch was having a slow year (aside from Indie games and ports). But I was BLOWN away when I downloaded Ultimate and started playing the story mode. It's just a love-letter to video games. Aside from the HUGE roster of fighters, pretty much every character who has ever appeared on a Nintendo console is present in the game either as a spirit (a kind of equippable playing card that enhances your fighter in particular ways) or as an item. There are over 800 music tracks in the game from god knows how many franchises. The scope of Smash Ultimate is just enormous. I've now played the story mode for about 35 hours and I'm still not finished. Then there's also Classic mode for every character, mob smash, special smash, and of course the Online mode (and many more gimmicks).

    Smash is one these games that is easy to learn but hard to master. It really impressed me how much you can immerse yourself in all the details concerning the combat, if you want to. On the flipside, if someone has never played the game, it takes about 30 seconds to explain the basics and they're good to go. That's just amazing game design.

    I really never thought that I would enjoy a fighting game this much.

    P.S.: LOL at the crybabies giving zero points because their requested characters were not included. Look, I also don't understand why Waluigi is not a fighter at this point in time; when there's THREE different Mii characters in the standard roster.

    The point is: I'm not going to get all butthurt about it. It's still an amazing game, and if you let such small details ruin a great thing for you, then good luck with your life bro. It's not going to be easy.

    P.P.S. THIS IS AN ENGLISH WEBSITE. WRITE YOUR REVIEWS IN FOCKING ENGLISH.    … Expand
  27. Levan77
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    Es el juego que hemos pedido por mucho tiempo. El contenido es infinito y la variedad es demencial. No solo son números puestos al azar, cada cosa agregada cuenta con gran cantidad de detalles, Los escenarios, la música, los personajes, todo es simplemente perfecto. Desde que lo compre he pasado horas con mi hermano y varios amigos jugando, no se cuando vaya a parar.
  28. AlexDumont75
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Game of the year no question, not a port. It is amazing and so is world of light better than subspace
  29. johnseer
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    It´s amazing game, is posible to play a lot of time with the aventure mode and the online.
  30. FightTina11
    Nov 29, 2019
    10
    Excellent game. A lot of content available and the “Story mode” is great.
  31. TheRedHood1
    Dec 11, 2018
    10
    Smash bros ultimate is an amazing game. Lifelight is a very great game mode but if you dont like to fight the AI then this game mode will not change your mind, but if you want to try it it is a very fun and challenging experience. Some of the fights are a little dumb and unfair like the Funky Kong fight but most of them are great. The other modes are also really fun to play like classicSmash bros ultimate is an amazing game. Lifelight is a very great game mode but if you dont like to fight the AI then this game mode will not change your mind, but if you want to try it it is a very fun and challenging experience. Some of the fights are a little dumb and unfair like the Funky Kong fight but most of them are great. The other modes are also really fun to play like classic mode which has been changed greatly. The online is good I had mostly stable matches with little to no lag.… Expand
  32. SkyrimGod
    Oct 20, 2021
    10
    I have been a Smash Bros fan since the first game back on N64 and the amount of
    love put into this game franchise is fantastic. Smash Bros Ultimate takes
    everything I love about Smash and combines it into a perfect package. The amount of fighters is awesome. We will never see another game quite like this. So yeah Samsh Bros is a 10/10 game for me and I want to thank Sakurai for his    I have been a Smash Bros fan since the first game back on N64 and the amount of
    love put into this game franchise is fantastic. Smash Bros Ultimate takes
    everything I love about Smash and combines it into a perfect package.
    The amount of fighters is awesome. We will never see another game quite like
    this. So yeah Samsh Bros is a 10/10 game for me and I want to thank Sakurai
    for his love for video games and his effort. I salute you sir.    … Expand
  33. PSGamer18
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    They just announced Persona 5 in freaking Smash Bros Ultimate. I'm f*cking sold.
  34. Urises
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    Llevo jugando Smash desde la N64 cada nueva entrega me emociona, este es cómo una recopilación de todas las anteriores y una gran cantidad de personajes y escenarios así cómo soundtracks y modos de juego. Además el modo aventura esta de regreso, esta vez con guiños a videojuegos que han aparecido a lo largo de la historia. Por otro lado los modos de pelea permite que exista mas variedad aLlevo jugando Smash desde la N64 cada nueva entrega me emociona, este es cómo una recopilación de todas las anteriores y una gran cantidad de personajes y escenarios así cómo soundtracks y modos de juego. Además el modo aventura esta de regreso, esta vez con guiños a videojuegos que han aparecido a lo largo de la historia. Por otro lado los modos de pelea permite que exista mas variedad a jugar con tus amigos.

    Para los jugadores competitivos les facinará la idea de que algunos movimientos refresan que fueron dejados en el Melee, es más rápido las peleas y los personajes estan un poco más balanceados, incluso todos los escenarios estan habilitados para modo plataforma destino final.

    Sin duda es un juego que realmente vale la pena, si tienes una Switch no debe faltar en tu colección que te permitira muchas horas de diversión.    … Expand
  35. Fintendo
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    The definitive fighting game and feels so smooth, this is a must have fighting game for any Switch owners.
  36. pazuzu410
    Jun 7, 2023
    10
    This is hands down the best smash game ever made, tons of characterst to choose from, a lot of scenaries and from different themes. the biggest crossover in history so far.
  37. MrGreenBanana
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    My. God. This game is amazing. The 9 month wait was more than worth it. The gameplay is super fun (as always). The music is just breathtaking. The adventure mode is absolutely awesome. The fact that we can play as 74 fighters (76 if you count Pokemon Trainer as 3) and more to come is just amazing. This game right here is Masahiro Sakurai's greatest creation.
  38. Sonypony662
    Dec 26, 2018
    10
    I haven’t been playing smash bros for the longest time but I believe that this game an amazing game. My only problem with the game would be the online but this isn’t necessarily a problem because I hardly play online. All in all I would highly recommend this game to anyone who loves Nintendo and all things good.
  39. Pakon
    Dec 19, 2018
    10
    The Ultimate Smash Bros. game indeed! The amount of content is massive with every hero from previous games being here (I would like to see TP Link, Zelda and Ganondorf as costumes though). A must-have for every Switch owner.
  40. TheSir
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    Improving the formula from the previous Smash Bros games, Sakurai has outdone himself again. Smash Bros Ultimate improves on literally everything from the previous games. More characters, more mechanics, faster gameplay, World of Light story mode. A definite must by for anyone who has a Nintendo Switch.
  41. RaidouF
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    A masterpiece. Sakurai does it again, with more than 70 character, 100 stages, tons of music tracks and spirits its like a big museum of videogames. Its not only for videogames relased in Nintendo consoles, you can find from other companies and third partys. A must have for everyone either if you want to collect everything, or to play competitive or only play with friends for fun.
  42. Chronoton
    Dec 13, 2018
    10
    I try this, and this is absolute! perfect gaming experience, SWITCH is full of hearts! super mario rpg is the only missing part! thxs
  43. FreelancerRai
    Dec 19, 2018
    10
    While being seemingly no different from it's predecessors at first, Super Smash Brothers Ultimate is a buffet of goodness you can go to town on. It's gameplay is faster, albeit every single hit has just the right impact, making it really satisfying once a player claims victory. It's wide variety of characters and modes easily makes it one of the best fighting games within the last decade.
  44. Paradox_
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    simplemente el mejor juego de smash, el de mas contenido, modo historia, torneos, 5 vs 5 y 3 vs 3 y los DLC's con personakes de otras franquicias + que se vendran en un futuro, uff que mas decir, agregalo a tu coleccion sin duda alguna
  45. ianhsieh2008
    Oct 30, 2019
    10
    So much is stuffed into this amazing game, I feel like I bought some game soundtrack, and there is a game hidden inside it. Why can't I give a 11/10 rating to this awesome masterpiece.
  46. TSSrax
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    An absolute masterpiece. One of the best games on switch. And DLC continues to add to it.
  47. Lorios
    Dec 19, 2018
    10
    Super smash Bros. Ultimate is a game very different from its predecessor, with many more tactics, characters and game-play diversity. This new instalment of the franchise is a must have for all Nintendo Switch owners.
  48. EscorpionDorado
    Dec 15, 2018
    10
    I think that the people who doesn't liked the game is the same people that don't celebrate Christmas.
    Are you serious guys? A port? Wow. You're really kind of amazing.
  49. EXECritical
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    This game is a party game that grown men take seriously, and I love it! I can't wait to see Piranha Plant at EVO Grand Finals!
  50. andrew9
    May 4, 2022
    10
    good game .
  51. Criti-Wise
    Dec 29, 2018
    10
    Sakurai, you're probably going to need a break after making the ultimate smash game. Every fighter that's in or was in smash is in the game, which includes new additions to the roster, which also adds such variety. You can now make your own rulesets and save them so they aren't forgotten. The stage morph is an interesting touch. The new battlefield mode for the stages adds another touch ofSakurai, you're probably going to need a break after making the ultimate smash game. Every fighter that's in or was in smash is in the game, which includes new additions to the roster, which also adds such variety. You can now make your own rulesets and save them so they aren't forgotten. The stage morph is an interesting touch. The new battlefield mode for the stages adds another touch of variety. I just can't explain how much I love this game! Also, another thing that gives me joy is that those OP fighters are finally out of that OP zone. Thank you Daddy Sakurai for this ultimate game!… Expand
  52. QuacksonjaMeme
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Best Smash Bros game in the series so far. Feels better then Smash for Wii U, plays better. Loving this game. The team did a great job. A must have game. Join the Joker hype train! CHOO-CHOOO!

    10/10
  53. Luke_Antone
    Jan 17, 2020
    10
    This is the greatest celebration of videogames of all time. The gameplay is extremely fun and has endless hours of content. This is one of the best games on Switch and one of the best Nintendo games. And a must play.
  54. Killer_Cort
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    This is the best Smash Bros game ever made by far. It's snappy, full of content and has an amazing UI. I could not ask for a better fighting game with a stronger roster.
  55. domcosreviews
    Jan 12, 2019
    10
    Smash Ultimate is a lovely game that has very enjoyable characters, great solo content, and amazing music. Spirits mode is a joy to play through, and the new mechanics are great. Online is kind of a mess, but still an amazing game you must get.
  56. FNaF
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Ever since Nintendo release the Nintendo Switch, I always want to play a Super Smash Bros game on the console & now I'm planning to get this for Christmas this year
  57. MetaGoose
    Dec 15, 2018
    10
    Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is the best Smash installment in the series. I have found no flaws in it at all, and all of the new and returning characters feel fresh. This game is a must play if you are a Nintendo fan, and even though many requested characters did not get in, Nintendo still made a large effort to include them as Assist Trophies, Spirits, etc. 10/10 must play.
  58. Lord_Ainz
    Dec 14, 2018
    10
    Oh my God, it is really disappointing to read throw the Critics here.
    It IS The BEST Smash so far. Online probably not this good in the moment but i fixed this with an Lan-Adapter. The Game is a straight 9 but i'll give it a 10 bc of some mad kids destroying the score of this awesome piece of Software.
    Well done, Big N.
  59. Ironlink
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. lo juge mucho antes de que saliera
    el juego es maravilloso me encanta y de verdad esperaba a que llegara el dia a que saliera su lanzamiento para que el mundo pudiera disfrutar maravilloso juego
    no todo es perfecto como todas las cosas son
    pero este juego merece un 10    … Expand
  60. lunali
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    I'm neither a fan of fighting games nor a subscriber of Nintendo Online, yet I'm having so much fun in playing the story mode and playing with friends. All thanks to the unbelievably impressive game design. This is truly a piece of art in the sea of micro-transactions and buggy games.
  61. ianfinite
    Dec 19, 2018
    10
    This game is one of the best in the Super Smash Bros. series. My friends invited me over because they knew that I was going to buy the game. This game is just extremely fun! I love that everyone is here and a few new challengers but most importantly... the Story Mode. I have been waiting for another Story Mode since Brawl and World Of Light is just amazing! I love a little story here andThis game is one of the best in the Super Smash Bros. series. My friends invited me over because they knew that I was going to buy the game. This game is just extremely fun! I love that everyone is here and a few new challengers but most importantly... the Story Mode. I have been waiting for another Story Mode since Brawl and World Of Light is just amazing! I love a little story here and there BUT WITH FRESH CUT CGI CUTSCENES STRAIGHT FROM THE FREEZER IS JUST A PHENOMENON! Same goes for Subspace Emissary! I love the way the sky looks in the cutscenes and all these 1st, 2nd, 3rd party characters just all in a big brawl together is just something I used to think was impossible! Sakurai worked so hard and long on this game along with his team and it's just a miracle! And Piranha Plant was the biggest surprise for me! A lot of people hate him but I **** love it. But the problem is that the Toxic Smash Fanbase is still steaming as normal... they ask for Waluigi and Isaac and Geno and Banjo Kazooie and Rayman and Crash and Shantae and all that **** Just give the man a break and don't tell him how to make his own game! For the love of god...

    Okay, enough about the fanbase. Nintendo fan or not it's definitely recommended by me! It's a great game 101/100!!!!!!!!!!!
    So many particular and peculiar small details and secrets that anyone can find!
    This game is truly Ultimate.
    I'm not a character beggar and you shouldn't be either, it's rude.    … Expand
  62. LegendaryLass
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Plays smooth as silk, World of Light is light years ahead of Subspace Emissary, Online is fantastic. Trumps all previous Smash Brothers games in all ways!
  63. metagamer2308
    Dec 11, 2018
    10
    por que es el mejor juego de lucha de switch y de toda la historia de los videojuegos y punto.
  64. Dsros96
    Dec 20, 2018
    10
    This game deserves the title (Ultimate) as it is the best game of the saga. The characters, the modes, story mode, scenery… everything is just too perfect.
  65. maai
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    gran juego, me esperan varios horas de diversión en modo aventura, jugando con amigos de manera local o en linea.
  66. theoriginalist
    Dec 20, 2018
    10
    This is my personal Game of the Year 2018. Forget God of War. This also blows Melee and Smash 4 out of the water, being better in almost every way. World of Light is even better than Subspace in some ways. This game has Smash 64's foundation, Melee's competitive gameplay style, Brawl's extensive single player, Smash 4's Plethora of fighters and content, added with its own layer ofThis is my personal Game of the Year 2018. Forget God of War. This also blows Melee and Smash 4 out of the water, being better in almost every way. World of Light is even better than Subspace in some ways. This game has Smash 64's foundation, Melee's competitive gameplay style, Brawl's extensive single player, Smash 4's Plethora of fighters and content, added with its own layer of original offerings, and of course: EVERYONE IS HERE! Won't be putting this game down anytime soon.… Expand
  67. spongedan
    Feb 5, 2019
    10
    This is by far the best in the smash bros series, easy to pick up, caters to casuals and competitors and many game modes and features that you will keep coming back to with your friends., It plays great, looks great , and it sounds great. So please stop complaining about Waluigi.
  68. rcc10galaxy
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Super Smash Bros. is an amazing saga. It evolves with each game, and Ultimate is not an exception. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is awesome. You can see the effort of Nintendo, HAL Labs, Sora Ltd, Bandai Namco and Sakurai. This game is the perfect SSB game, the perfect game for the end of SSB. We will see if in future, we will have mor SSB games, but with that, Nintendo can be glad. It isSuper Smash Bros. is an amazing saga. It evolves with each game, and Ultimate is not an exception. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is awesome. You can see the effort of Nintendo, HAL Labs, Sora Ltd, Bandai Namco and Sakurai. This game is the perfect SSB game, the perfect game for the end of SSB. We will see if in future, we will have mor SSB games, but with that, Nintendo can be glad. It is time for Sakurai and others to work free in what they want. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is the ultimate game of SSB, Nintendo and maybe of the videogame industry. I recommend this game whether you like Nintendo or not. Play it, you will like it.… Expand
  69. Leontorres7
    Jan 2, 2019
    10
    This game is with out a doubt a masterpiece, it really amazes me how they managed to egt so much content in a single game, there is an amazing story mode called world of light with rpg like elements and very cool Persona like mechanic called spirits which boost you fighter stats or give you special abilities (you can also use them in multiplayer if you want to even online) , onlineThis game is with out a doubt a masterpiece, it really amazes me how they managed to egt so much content in a single game, there is an amazing story mode called world of light with rpg like elements and very cool Persona like mechanic called spirits which boost you fighter stats or give you special abilities (you can also use them in multiplayer if you want to even online) , online battles, multiplayer both local and online. classic mode, survival mode, and really so much more, you get 76 fighter and unlocking them is so much fun! Game play is awesome and there is a fighter for every play style, there is so much more than what I write here, if you are not a fighting game fan worry not this game is extremely accessible but also has a depth level for those who are fighting buffs! A must play if you do not have it go buy it, it is incredibly fun!… Expand
  70. Malhoco
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Perfect game!! The people that actually thinks that this game is a port from Wii U never played a smash game before or are just bad... Simple as that! New mechanics, new third party characters, new story mode etc......... Buy this game and you won't regret it !!
  71. 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.
  72. GaboSama
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Best game of smash bros. You can find all de characters that you want, because of all them are here. Its a game that you need to have. Excellent game!.
  73. RealmOTLostStar
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    Just the fact that they have 74 characters, plus 6 DLC ones, and 103 stages, already gives this a 10, especially since Everyone Is Here. Plus one of those six DLC characters is JOKER.
  74. Gamerdab100
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Best game ever. Its probably one of the only games to be worth the £60 price tag, if you have a Nintendo switch this is a must buy.
  75. Jaytamber77
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    Stop wasting your time and buy this game. 100 stages and 70 plus characters. Increased speed and movement, huge potential for combos. I usually play competitive with friends and this game is amazing, just finished playing it for 14 **** hours with the boys, 14 hours bro. Spending 20 minutes with each characters takes A DAY, literally 24 hours. The game is jam packed with content, includingStop wasting your time and buy this game. 100 stages and 70 plus characters. Increased speed and movement, huge potential for combos. I usually play competitive with friends and this game is amazing, just finished playing it for 14 **** hours with the boys, 14 hours bro. Spending 20 minutes with each characters takes A DAY, literally 24 hours. The game is jam packed with content, including an adventure mode. Its also great for casual players who aren't pros! Its for everyone, stop wasting your time and GRAB IT.… Expand
  76. NintendoExpert
    Dec 17, 2018
    10
    i don't even understand how a person can give this game a negative review. While the online isn't at it's finest and requested characters didn't make the game, that doesn't make it a bad game. Echo fighters isn't a big deal, so stop complaining. there was no subspace emissary because the fans released the cutscenes on the internet- the fans led their own downfall. world of light is fun toi don't even understand how a person can give this game a negative review. While the online isn't at it's finest and requested characters didn't make the game, that doesn't make it a bad game. Echo fighters isn't a big deal, so stop complaining. there was no subspace emissary because the fans released the cutscenes on the internet- the fans led their own downfall. world of light is fun to play and is a great, underrated part of the game. I'm not supporting spirits or the new classic mode, but this is a great game, and i feel like it is getting negative reviews for the wrong reasons. this is an epic game, one of the best to have on the switch, and many of the changes were made for the better. this game was made for the real players. i can understand if you don't like classic mode or the online, but you can't even call yourself a real gamer if you didn't like this. all you salty noobs can play brawl with items on in norfair for all i care. stop dissing this epic game that most of you negative reviewers haven't even played. This is the best smash bros game with awesome graphics, awesome soundtrack, awesome fighting system, awesome character roster and an awesome spicing up of the series. we finally get a competitive smash game and people want brawl back? count me out. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is truly the best Super Smash Bros. game… Expand
  77. IgnacioRG93
    Dec 10, 2018
    10
    It´s AWESOME!!!! There are a ton of characters and a lot of scenarios. It´s the perfect gift for this xmas season
  78. Christ29297
    Dec 13, 2018
    10
    Este smash junta todo lo visto en la saga agregando nuevas mecánicas como los espíritus nuevos personajes mas escenarios música mejor estilo de combate y eso que faltan los esperados dlc .Posdata como rayos dicen que esto es un port primero jueguen
  79. GlpDan
    Dec 10, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. welp online is kinda fu*ked but except that it is a wonderfull experience and the last 4 days i played a average of 10 hours a day i don't say that the online is bad it doesn't lag at all most of the time but the matchmaking is kinda you can get people wth items on, and this people use them 0.o also you can't change your char expcept for that arena mode which i really frustrating becuase when you c hoose a bad char and someone that is OBVIESLY worse than you beats you with high tiers and you can't chane your bad char to have a chance
    but since there is a online mode to get around that which is the arena mode thing 10/10    … Expand
  80. vicente252
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    This game needs a 10 because it's amazing, never i enjoyed more whit a battle, this game made me feel good when i win and feel good when i lose because i need to be better for get more winnings.
    PD: the 0 notes are trollers o haters ignore him.
  81. IsAaC-440
    Jan 29, 2019
    10
    Realmente un juego epico!!
    El juego mas completo que eh jugado. No me canso de jugarlo.
  82. Lil_Aid
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    This is such a great game and i would recommend for anyone who is a fan of fighting games. World of light was fun, building up your collection of fighters was fun it was just generally good fun. The only real downside is the online which can be a bit laggy but i never play online so it doesn't affect me so take that into consideration. In general it stands as my favorite smash bros game ofThis is such a great game and i would recommend for anyone who is a fan of fighting games. World of light was fun, building up your collection of fighters was fun it was just generally good fun. The only real downside is the online which can be a bit laggy but i never play online so it doesn't affect me so take that into consideration. In general it stands as my favorite smash bros game of all time… Expand
  83. Bluro
    Dec 10, 2018
    10
    La versión definitiva de Smash. Me encanta la cantidad de contenido por desbloquear! :D
  84. fox_cr1
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    increíble juego tanto en modo historia como en batallas en línea,una compra asegurada para todas las personas que tengan un Switch,espectacular la cantidad de contenido increible
  85. Ajenjo33
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    this is the definitive version, improves everything seen in previous installments, very entertaining and fun to play with friends. I recommend it a lot I have weighed good times with my brother, especially when we bet who will be the king of smash bross. I do not have any complaints, in the technical area it excels and meets the standards of today very flashy at 60 fps very stable. Withthis is the definitive version, improves everything seen in previous installments, very entertaining and fun to play with friends. I recommend it a lot I have weighed good times with my brother, especially when we bet who will be the king of smash bross. I do not have any complaints, in the technical area it excels and meets the standards of today very flashy at 60 fps very stable. With this delivery we gain the users and the world of videogames in general… Expand
  86. ShingoCria
    Jun 17, 2019
    10
    Increíble, hermoso y divertido, cualquier cosa menor a 9 es HATE a Nintendo.
  87. Camer6
    Jan 3, 2019
    10
    El mejor smash hasta la fecha.

    Contenido casi ilimitado, jugablemente muy adictivo, tanto escenarios como personajes muy cuidados.
  88. Ernest_Figueroa
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Le he metido 200 horas y no me aburro de él, las mecánicas de juego se mantienen del anterior salvo por la evasión aérea que volvió a la mecánica melee que es la mejor mecánica de evasión aérea, muchos personajes para usar, muchos escenarios, mucha música, muchísima diversión, smash por 8, modo historia, optimización perfecta. Lo adoro, ha logrado hacer que deje de jugar al super smashLe he metido 200 horas y no me aburro de él, las mecánicas de juego se mantienen del anterior salvo por la evasión aérea que volvió a la mecánica melee que es la mejor mecánica de evasión aérea, muchos personajes para usar, muchos escenarios, mucha música, muchísima diversión, smash por 8, modo historia, optimización perfecta. Lo adoro, ha logrado hacer que deje de jugar al super smash bros melee que le meti 5.000 horas, por fin un juego a la altura de la "saga" smash.… Expand
  89. greninjaX
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    best smash bros game ever! there are so many amazing characters, and even more are coming through DLC, including joker from persona 5! sakurai was right, EVERYONE IS HERE!
  90. Flame9058
    Dec 13, 2018
    10
    Amazing game, will truly go down as a classic. Nintendo keeps hitting home-runs.
  91. PenguinZach
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    greatest, NEW, smash brother game ever, this is no doubt, an instant classic.
  92. Protomario
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    For this review, it’s going to be mostly just be showing simple matches that would not spoil the game, this game is massive, probably one of the only games many people will buy this year alone.
    For this reason, I just want to review the game itself and not spoil the game for anyone.
    As always, I will be reviewing this game with the five pillars of gaming – Graphics, Gameplay, Sound,    For this review, it’s going to be mostly just be showing simple matches that would not spoil the game, this game is massive, probably one of the only games many people will buy this year alone.
    For this reason, I just want to review the game itself and not spoil the game for anyone.
    As always, I will be reviewing this game with the five pillars of gaming –

    Graphics, Gameplay, Sound, Story, and controls.

    Let’s begin with the story –

    So, this magical force has come to steal the souls away from all the smash fighters making them, “Spirits”

    These spirits will come into play later, but essentially the single player story mode is the player taking on and slowly taking back all these spirits in a climactic final battle with the bad guy.
    It’s extremely simple, but a good vessel to push a reason why you are fighting multiple of the same character, or an evil version of Mario, or how to get all these spirits without fighting the same battles over and over again.
    Small tweaks on the conditions of victory make it a nice story mode, but a basic one.
    Not why you bought Smash Bros. to begin with.
    Nintendo are all about those call backs though, and you’ll see that immediately when you begin playing the simple, yet extremely deep, smash battles that you can create.

    This is where the story will transfer into game play, where you can play 1 on 1 skirmish styled matches with any number of rules under the sun.
    From bombs being the only items to competitive level rules of final destination only no items, fox only.
    That is the beauty of this fighting game, you can take Nintendo’s original 8 fighters, and battle them to the death.

    Donkey fighting Pikachu because he thinks the yellow mouse is a banana, Mario beating up Yoshi for tax evasion, everyone is here.
    Everyone that you are willing to unlock that is.
    If you have never played Smash Bros. before, it works like this.
    The game usually begins with a limited set of Characters, requiring you to then complete certain challenges, battles, modes to then unlock the chance to battle these new characters to play with.
    But how does this game differ from other fighting games?
    Simple

    Instead of having an HP system in many fighting games, this has a percentage level, the higher it goes, the easier it is to be knocked out of the stage.
    Being knocked out of the stage counts as a loss, which would be something the player wants to avoid while actively attempting to defeat those around them.
    To accomplish this, you do what the game’s title implies, you smash…

    No, not that type of “Smash”, this isn’t Netflix and chill.

    Smash bros require you to battle it out for victory, first one to smash the opponent off the stage wins, put simply.

    With varying conditions like time and life stock, it’s a fairly simple concept, yet effective fun game play.
    This game is crisp, clean and a real treat –
    Graphics

    I have no tested this game for its frames, but it would be difficult to say that it is not smooth or nice to experience in any way.
    The frames never dropped on me, and felt like a constant 60 FPS, while retaining graphics that were even better than Smash Bros on the Wii U, and that was full HD smash as well.
    I honestly didn’t think it could get better, and yet, it did.
    The clean visuals mixed with a solid frame rate breathe beauty and refinement that a PC gamer would drool over.

    From the deep blacks, to the crisp Mario bright colors, it’s a real beauty.
    But the many series were done right, no series looks poorly done, all character models look rendered properly, the game series here all look and sound great.

    Speaking of the sound, those sound effects are all present, from the coin to Pac-man’s chomp, it’s all here. And the music is outstanding, every series sounds on point, if a bit better in my opinion.
    Classic songs make appearances along with their respective game series, with the ability to hear their songs while duking it out with these legendary series, it makes for a great feeling.
    Nostalgia is extremely strong with this music combined with the sound effects, really making this a joy to listen to while playing. You can control all aspects of sound and music in this game to your content.
    The Switch is no stranger to multiple control schemes, from the pro controller to the joy-cons, you can play this game your way. This game is accessible to almost anyone, with simple controls that are easy to master, these controls allow you to get batter if you desire to be the best, while retaining the simplicity of Smash. The combo’s you can do, the charge attacks, the special moves, all of them are very easy to learn and use with the given buttons on the controllers. Be it in handheld mode, to using the Joy-cons, the game works great for anyone new or well versed to the series. Anyone who has never played Smash bros, if you have a Switch, you need to buy this game and play it.    … Expand
  93. Veskr
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    Having play SSBs since the N64 days I can say this is hands down the best version of the game ever. It runs at a smooth 60fps with beautiful graphics. They have managed to retain the feel and greatness of SSB melee while adding a whole host of new characters, stages, and fun mini-games. I couldn't recommend this more highly 10/10
  94. Putrick
    Dec 9, 2018
    10
    Es una delicia de videojuego, tiene una cantidad desorbitante de contenido, personajes, escenarios, y la jugabilidad es perfecta, similar a melee
  95. Felbuddy
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Super Smash Brothers is one of my favorite titles for the Nintendo Switch which further justifies that 20$ for a year of Nintendo online. The graphics are fantastic and the game has significant replay value that will keep you coming back for more. Now most people may be turned off by the difficulty of part of this game however being a dark souls veteran this did not deter me from having aSuper Smash Brothers is one of my favorite titles for the Nintendo Switch which further justifies that 20$ for a year of Nintendo online. The graphics are fantastic and the game has significant replay value that will keep you coming back for more. Now most people may be turned off by the difficulty of part of this game however being a dark souls veteran this did not deter me from having a great time. I do plan on buying the fighter pack and playing the heck out of this game for the next few months! I highly recommend it for your switch it is definitely a must buy!… Expand
  96. Gullivergoofbal
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    This has to be by far the greatest Nintendo game that I have ever played in my entire life.
  97. thegooblop
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    This game deserves a 9 but I had to give it the Nintendo Bonus. I guess I'm off to give RDR a 0, bye guys enjoy the game.
  98. RynRyoko
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    El mejor juego de switch hasta ahora muy competitivo y lo tiene todo vale cada centavo
  99. E_M
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    This game delivers on the hype and gives a challenging a story and the best feeling controls of any fighting game ever! A must have
  100. Ithenat
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    The best Switch game ever made and the best Super smash Bros saga game, it takes the multiplayer to another level!
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Universal acclaim - based on 99 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 98 out of 99
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 99
  3. Negative: 0 out of 99
  1. CD-Action
    Mar 25, 2019
    95
    It’s not just a great fighting game and a perfect party title, uncommonly enjoyable and absurdly rich in content that should suffice for literally years of fun. It’s also an amazing homage to the history of video games. [02/2019, p.60]
  2. PLAY! Zine
    Mar 5, 2019
    95
    Super Smash Bros. Ultimate escalates everything the series was known for, and delivers it flawlessly. Biggest fighter rooster ever, more dynamic gameplay, loads and loads of gameplay modes, stages, weapons, music, stuff! If there is a smash that deserves your cash, this is the one!
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  3. 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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