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  1. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    This is honestly the bes smash game ever. Maybe the first to get a GOTY award. 8 player smash threw new like into an already fast paced game. I can't go back to Brawl after I played this and I probably won't ever again. I felt the new smash bros couldn't add new modes but it did. Master & Crazy Orders are a great mode if you are evr bored with Classic or All-Star. You will always want toThis is honestly the bes smash game ever. Maybe the first to get a GOTY award. 8 player smash threw new like into an already fast paced game. I can't go back to Brawl after I played this and I probably won't ever again. I felt the new smash bros couldn't add new modes but it did. Master & Crazy Orders are a great mode if you are evr bored with Classic or All-Star. You will always want to keep playing. Amiibos in this game are better than I thought. My LVL 50 Link can beat me most of the time and I am pretty good. This is a must have for any Wii U owner and looks beautiful with 1080p 60fps with never any slow down. Online is 10 times better that the 3DS edition. Not much lag and I have average internet. This game is great and should be played by anyone 10/10 Expand
  2. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    loads of fun! unlike my other games i cant stop playing this game reminds me of how much fun I had as a kid with the first smash bros. unlike every major game released this year that didn't deliver or reach its expectations this delivers even if its solo game play or multiplayer this game will keep you entertained
  3. Nov 24, 2014
    9
    That is one of the best games i have ever played, but after experiencing an adventure mode in brawl and loved it the lack of something similar hurts. In the end the game is almost perfect and i would give a 9.5 but I can only put 9 or 10
  4. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    Un juego que todo usuario de Wii U debe de tener de ley, tenemos gran variedad de personajes y escenarios, muchas variedades de juegos, jugar cooperativo el ALL STAR, CLASIC, etc, las peleas con 8 PLAYERS son de lo mejor y muy divertidas, un OST de 10, no hay queja en la música, pero tiene unas cosas malas que son:

    1 Dr Mario y Dark pit personajes innecesarios, hace falta más villanos
    Un juego que todo usuario de Wii U debe de tener de ley, tenemos gran variedad de personajes y escenarios, muchas variedades de juegos, jugar cooperativo el ALL STAR, CLASIC, etc, las peleas con 8 PLAYERS son de lo mejor y muy divertidas, un OST de 10, no hay queja en la música, pero tiene unas cosas malas que son:

    1 Dr Mario y Dark pit personajes innecesarios, hace falta más villanos
    2 Muchos Pokémon, en un futuro sera Nintendo VS Pokémon
    3 No hay EMISARIO SUB ESPACIAL, el SMASH PARTY es aburrido

    De hay en fuera es una obra de arte como juego y corre a 1080p en 60fp
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  5. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    I come from a casual Smashing background with no experience in the real competitive scene. To me it's a party game with a learning curve that can keep you amused and bettering yourself for hours upon hours. I imagine I'll attend some competitive events as a spectator if the Smash eSports scene takes off again with this iteration, but overall my interest is essentially casual while writingI come from a casual Smashing background with no experience in the real competitive scene. To me it's a party game with a learning curve that can keep you amused and bettering yourself for hours upon hours. I imagine I'll attend some competitive events as a spectator if the Smash eSports scene takes off again with this iteration, but overall my interest is essentially casual while writing this review.

    That said, this is a fantastic new addition to the series. We had a "Smash Bash" party the day after release and had an absolute blast. Smash 4 is still a phenomenal party game and with the 8 player Smash you can involve just about everyone who's interested in playing simultaneously at modest gatherings.

    Almost everything about this game is stellar, so let me just list my minor gripes:
    - Smash Tour is somewhat dull
    - There is no Smash Run like 3DS Smash on the Wii-U, only the aforementioned Tour
    - Acquiring duplicate moves, trophies and customization items can be frustrating
    - Sometimes the controllers get glitchy when you're using GameCube and/or Pro Controllers
    - My friends are better than me

    So Smash Tour is a board game adaptation of Smash Run. It's much less engaging in my opinion. In fact, it honestly just about puts me to sleep. Going between monotonous board movement and playing matches with characters you don't choose just isn't all that enjoyable to me. I really wish they would have just kept Smash Run on the Wii-U just like 3DS instead of this mode.

    As for the controller issue I mentioned, we had particular trouble with the GameCube controller adapter, but it was easily rectified by unplugging the GameCube controller and plugging it back in. Sometimes our Pro controllers would send inputs without us touching them as well, forcing us to reboot the entire system to resolve. Overall though, we may have spent a total of 15-20 minutes fighting buggy controllers during a 10 hour Smash session, much of which had 7-8 players going... so it's really not that bad.

    Those negative points aside, this game is nearly perfect.

    The interface is fluid and beautiful. The game's graphics are simply astounding. I think I've only noticed one shadow in the Orbital Assault stage that I didn't like. There was a bit of feathered dithering going on that catches my eye. Otherwise the texturing, shading and lighting of the game looks so great it's unbelievable. It's about the most "realistic" cartoony graphics experience I've ever seen.

    Gameplay is very smooth. In the 30+ hours I've put in so far I think I've noticed two instances of framerate drops... and it could have even been my imagination. I can't believe how smoothly things run in 8-man Smash. I was entirely anticipating a bit of a stuttery situation when things got heavy, but saw nothing of the sort.

    I love what they've done with the game's mechanics too. Movesets feel mostly balanced and there have been improvements that I feel add to the competitive potential of the game. The Equipment customization is a neat system that adds to my enjoyment. When I don't feel like improving my game, I can still lazily farm better equipment, which has its own form of amusement and a feeling of progression.

    There's so much content in this release and [almost] all of it has immense value to provide. Even the Angry Birds ripoff iteration of Target Smash can be fun and challenging. Events are great, the Co-Op/Competitive opportunities are prolific, and every mode aside from Smash Tour is super fun and well polished.

    I have to give this title a 10. Even though I had negative points to express, there's just no way it's deserving of a score so low as 9. If I didn't already have a Wii-U for Bayonetta 2 and Hyrule Warriors, this game would have easily pushed me to pick one up. Super Smash Bros 4 is a fantastic title supplementing a legendary series.
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  6. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    Great game, Looks beautiful, plays great on the GameCube controller, Almost no visible lag online and 8 player smash can be lots of fun with loads of friends around. Great game congrats Nintendo.
  7. Nov 24, 2014
    9
    I've owned all the Smash games and this one is the finest yet. Robust gameplay and an extensive amount of modes, in addition to the classic multiplayer Smash. Nintendo did an excellent job improve on some of the issues with Brawl and Melee while keeping some of the things that work well. Even the Amiibo's are an interesting touch and add a new novelty, and certainly what will be a veryI've owned all the Smash games and this one is the finest yet. Robust gameplay and an extensive amount of modes, in addition to the classic multiplayer Smash. Nintendo did an excellent job improve on some of the issues with Brawl and Melee while keeping some of the things that work well. Even the Amiibo's are an interesting touch and add a new novelty, and certainly what will be a very popular stocking stuffer.

    Very few games are perfect and this is no exception, some of the modes and menu's add some confusion and there is some imbalance to the game, however this is a must play for any Nintendo fan.
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  8. Nov 24, 2014
    6
    alot of the characters feel like brawl, no story mode though D: just a bunch of oddly place modes, that feel like they are out of place and more like menus. the game really feels barried in a cluster of massive amounts of menus, and the game has a few unlockable characters but if feels like you start off with way too many. I often forget what is behind which menus and just want to playalot of the characters feel like brawl, no story mode though D: just a bunch of oddly place modes, that feel like they are out of place and more like menus. the game really feels barried in a cluster of massive amounts of menus, and the game has a few unlockable characters but if feels like you start off with way too many. I often forget what is behind which menus and just want to play classic mode for the most part, which feels very odd and is less fun than previous smashes. Don't get me wrong its a fun game but I been playing since the first smash bros and singleplayer modes were always very important to me, now they feel shoved in a corner deep under menus.

    The more I play it the less I like it. They didn't put anywhere near enough content that matters.
    Lets face it there is a lot of problems with this game and the fact people are in denial of these problems worries me a lot. Heck the most of the game is menus, and without any reason, it is litterally filler content the game with no core game there. It isn't bad but it is no way good. I am heavily disappointed in the game, and in the community.
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  9. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    It`s smash...do I need to say more Tons of modes tons of characters and tons of fun. The roster is the best it has ever been and the characters seems balanced
  10. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    throughout all of gaming history, generations of gamers have been defined by one game, Super Smash Brothers. The fun game play is often associated with memories of playing with your friends for hours on end. With each new installation, i get excited because i know that this game will potential forge life lasting relationships. this is not the exception for the newest smash brothers. Thethroughout all of gaming history, generations of gamers have been defined by one game, Super Smash Brothers. The fun game play is often associated with memories of playing with your friends for hours on end. With each new installation, i get excited because i know that this game will potential forge life lasting relationships. this is not the exception for the newest smash brothers. The Wii U version retains many of the core mechanics of previous versions, though it should be noted that the latest version does everything it can to to cater to some of the most competitive players. With Final Destination mode, the new custom fighters system, and the game cube controller adapter added for the benefit of competitive player. what results is a smash brothers with the widest range for players. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoyed the previous installations of the game. Expand
  11. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    This is a masterpiece of gaming. I've been waiting for a title on Wii U that really justifies the console, Super Smash Bros does so with flying colors. One can see the Incredible polish and refinement on this game.

    Buy it and support a really fantastic game! I have never really given a game a 10 out of 10 before, but this truly deserves it.
  12. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    Beautiful Graphics, Smooth gameplay.

    Being able to customize my mii and get it to fight Link and zelda is just mind blowing.

    10/10 i'd say if you ask me.
  13. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    Amazing, Simply amazing, a clear step up from brawl. Plenty of new features and returning features to keep you entertained, a good line up of fighters, and game modes that are fun and interesting. That being said, it has been made clear that the game does not have an adventure or "story" mode, but don't let this dissuade you, the game is just fine without an adventure mode. Besides, thereAmazing, Simply amazing, a clear step up from brawl. Plenty of new features and returning features to keep you entertained, a good line up of fighters, and game modes that are fun and interesting. That being said, it has been made clear that the game does not have an adventure or "story" mode, but don't let this dissuade you, the game is just fine without an adventure mode. Besides, there was no story mode in the first game, and the stories in melee and brawl we'rent exactly stellar or well written, and weren't the focus of the game. Don't let the lack of a story mode be a turn off, you'll hardly notice it among everything else they added.

    Although the 8-Player game mode might seem to be chaotic at first, no one said you had to use all 8 player slots. With the 8-player mode, you can also have 5, 6, or 7 players if you want. The Sage builder has also been improved and is much more flexible than brawls. We also have an improved challenge mode, and a new co-op classic mode as well.

    We have all the the standard modes brawl had (minus sse), all of which have been polished to a shine and tweaked to near perfection. Last but not least, Nintendo cleaned up and fixed smash bros online, no lag whatsoever (unless your internet sucks), smooth as silk. All in all, Smash bros Wii U is an almost perfect game.

    I would highly recommend this game to any Nintendo gamer and smash bros fan.
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  14. Nov 24, 2014
    6
    It is fun game in local but that's it. Online with more than 2 players rather often has issues that are really annoying, can't really give such game high rating as this ultimately is multiplayer game. Single player mode really seems more like way to learn characters than actual game, expected I guess but still totally wasn't impressed by that regardless. This would be solid 8/10 title forIt is fun game in local but that's it. Online with more than 2 players rather often has issues that are really annoying, can't really give such game high rating as this ultimately is multiplayer game. Single player mode really seems more like way to learn characters than actual game, expected I guess but still totally wasn't impressed by that regardless. This would be solid 8/10 title for me but online being not up the par can't really give it all that high score, I feel online is equally important mode to local play anyway and for me personally it is even more important than local. That said, naturally there is no way I am going to give this good score as it is now, if anything i am being generous as basically whole game is rather broken for me. hopefully nintendo manages to make online better, I shall raise my rating then. Expand
  15. Nov 24, 2014
    10
    Games like these remind me why developers should never give up on couch-play. Really; nothing is more fun than just inviting a bunch of people over to play 4, 6 or even 8 players! There is so much content in this game, and the characters are unique and fun to master. I've only scratched the surface of this game. Just so much fun :) If you have a Wii U, then you HAVE to buy this game. NotGames like these remind me why developers should never give up on couch-play. Really; nothing is more fun than just inviting a bunch of people over to play 4, 6 or even 8 players! There is so much content in this game, and the characters are unique and fun to master. I've only scratched the surface of this game. Just so much fun :) If you have a Wii U, then you HAVE to buy this game. Not buying this game is a sin if you own a Wii U. Really, you owe it to yourself to buy this game. Expand
  16. Nov 23, 2014
    7
    I will start off by saying this game is NOT perfect. All the 10/10 reviews seem to only be focusing on the good and not the bad.

    The game looks fantastic, plays fantastic, and the soundtrack (like usual) is awesome.Classic mode is pretty cool with different intensities and choosable routes. Stage builder is more customizable than ever and is easy to use, but it would be nice if you
    I will start off by saying this game is NOT perfect. All the 10/10 reviews seem to only be focusing on the good and not the bad.

    The game looks fantastic, plays fantastic, and the soundtrack (like usual) is awesome.Classic mode is pretty cool with different intensities and choosable routes. Stage builder is more customizable than ever and is easy to use, but it would be nice if you could do 8-player battles on them. Some of the new characters are awesome like Rosalina and Luma, Mega man, Pacman, etc. They balanced OP characters from brawl *cough* Meta Knight. And the new items are fun.
    If you were used to the controls from its 3ds counterpart, the grab has changed and is now the ZR and ZL and shielding is R and L. This threw me off as the 3ds 's default grabbing was L and default shielding was R. I am aware you can change the controls under a name and select the name before playing, but with gamemodes like smash tour and events, I am forced to use the default controls, which I will always screw up using. That was one of many flaws this game hosts. The content feels sort of lacking, with no story or adventure mode to play through, instead you have many gamemodes that either are stupid and not needed or just boring. All-star mode remains unchanged from the 3ds version, aside from facing fighters in reverse-chronological order. 8-player mode was a welcome concept that allows more than 4 players to join in, but if you are playing with all 8 players it is too chaotic and the maps you are restricted to play on seem a little odd. Crazy orders are pretty fun, but master orders seem rather unnecessary and I feel like they were just put there as a content filler. Smash tour is pretty boring and very disorienting as so much is going on at once, and the stats and fighters on your team are extremely small and hard to read.
    You are given way too many characters and stages already unlocked off the bat which are way easier to unlock compared to previous games, which takes a lot of the fun, challenge and replay value out of the game. There are too many retro stages (which aren't even organized/separated from new ones) and not enough new, creative stages. Cool characters like Ice Climbers, Snake, Lucas and Wolf were ripped from the roster in replacement for stupid clones like Dark Pit and Dr. Mario.
    Easily the worst part of the game is the online. I don't even bother playing free-for-all matches as all it takes is one person with a bad connection to turn 2 minutes into 6 minutes of laggy hell and if you try to leave you are temporarily banned. It is beyond me why 'For Glory' free-for-all matches and team matches are timed. However 1-on-1 for glory matches are quite smooth and thankfully are stocked.

    Let me reiterate by saying, this game is great, but far from perfect. I would rate it 7.5 out of ten but since that's not possible, for now, it is a 7/10.
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  17. Nov 23, 2014
    8
    It's certainly a fantastic game no question about that, and certainly one Wii U owners should own especially for when you have friends come around.

    Is it the best Wii U game out there? Close but not quite. I think Bayonetta 2 currently hold that title, which seems strange let me tell you, though I ain't Complaining. PROS # Its Still the same Smash Bros that we all got around the
    It's certainly a fantastic game no question about that, and certainly one Wii U owners should own especially for when you have friends come around.

    Is it the best Wii U game out there? Close but not quite. I think Bayonetta 2 currently hold that title, which seems strange let me tell you, though I ain't Complaining.

    PROS

    # Its Still the same Smash Bros that we all got around the couch for in the Gamecube and Wii days, It strikes the right balance as being faster than Brawl though not as fast as Melee, just that right balance that I like

    # The character roster is impressive, one of the strongest I've seen in a fighting game just outside of Marvel VS Capcom 2, I especially like some the new characters, I really grew fond of Shulk and Pac-Man rather quickly.

    # 8 Player Smash is really fun, my personal preference is 6 as I feel that's the right balance of players on the field without being too chaotic.

    # LOTS of unlockables, they will certainly keep you busy for weeks on end.

    WHAT I DON'T LIKE

    # The Menu's are a bit tricky to navigate, the fact that some buttons are smaller than others and not very well titled makes them a bit of a hassle to navigate.

    # Lots of recycled assets in the form of Stages and Music tracks, while they are nice to see return I would have appreciated a bit more originality.

    # Smash Tour is lame. Its too randomised and a bit of a slog to be enjoyable. My friends and I tried it twice, the 2nd time when we knew what we were doing and didn't go back to it..

    # Classic mode shares a really annoying gripe I have with Kid Icarus: Uprising, and that is when you die the difficulty is automatically lowered. URRRGHHH DON'T F*****G DO THAT SAKURAI, IT FEELS INCREDIBLY CONDESCENDING AS IF THE GAME IS SAYING: "Oh its too hard for you? Let me make it easier" NO!!! I want to learn from my mistakes not have the experienced dumbed down.
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  18. Nov 23, 2014
    10
    There was no doubt in my mind that this game will deliver. So many characters, so many stages, so many features, and everything leads into so much fun! Smash Bros. for Wii U is an incredible fighting party game that continues to amaze me on how much there is in this game alone. From 8-player Smash, to stage builder, to Event Mode, to the newly renovated Classic mode, to the onlineThere was no doubt in my mind that this game will deliver. So many characters, so many stages, so many features, and everything leads into so much fun! Smash Bros. for Wii U is an incredible fighting party game that continues to amaze me on how much there is in this game alone. From 8-player Smash, to stage builder, to Event Mode, to the newly renovated Classic mode, to the online capabilities, there is so much to do. If you have a Wii U, there's no excuse in not buying this game. If you don't have a Wii U, you should consider for this game, along with many other games in the Wii U library. Expand
  19. Nov 23, 2014
    9
    This game is amazing, improves in every aspect from the previous Smash Bros, and the fighting is as perfect as ever. The new modes are fantastically fun and 8 Smash Brawl is pure chaos but hilarious with friends. Everything new that was introduced is marvelous.

    A few downsides though is how there is no Story Mode like the one in Brawl (Subspace Emissary) I really enjoyed it and was
    This game is amazing, improves in every aspect from the previous Smash Bros, and the fighting is as perfect as ever. The new modes are fantastically fun and 8 Smash Brawl is pure chaos but hilarious with friends. Everything new that was introduced is marvelous.

    A few downsides though is how there is no Story Mode like the one in Brawl (Subspace Emissary) I really enjoyed it and was hoping for a new one. Also Smash Tour can be confusing at times and be a little tricky, also the amount of clones (Dr. Mario and Dark Pit?) is just isn't a good choice.

    But with that in mind Smash is one of the greatest games I played, Definitely is Game of The Year for me.
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  20. Nov 23, 2014
    9
    If you are looking for the definition edition of Smash Bros than look no further. The Wii U version has more characters (with some fine new additions such as Pac-Man and the Duck Hunt Dog), a plethora of soundtracks (over 300), gorgeous level design with some interesting twists (Metroid Pyrosphere) and tons fan service. Although the game is not perfect, many of the stages are rehashes fromIf you are looking for the definition edition of Smash Bros than look no further. The Wii U version has more characters (with some fine new additions such as Pac-Man and the Duck Hunt Dog), a plethora of soundtracks (over 300), gorgeous level design with some interesting twists (Metroid Pyrosphere) and tons fan service. Although the game is not perfect, many of the stages are rehashes from previous games, and the character lineup although impressive feels slightly less substantial than in past games. The character and stage customization options are a nice touch, but do feel a bit limited, and the new Smash Tour feature is rather bland. On the up side the HD graphics are amazing, the combat is tight and responsive, a nice cross between Melee and Brawl, and the 8-player smash is wonderfully chaotic. If you don’t like Smash Bros than this won’t change your opinion, but if you love the series than this is the best yet! Expand
  21. Nov 23, 2014
    9
    How else can I put it into words? Its Smash Brothers.

    Online is great, the new features make the game more fast paced and awesome, I love the new characters, Ambiios are a nice new feature and the board game kicks ass. However, the reason why I gave it a 9 instead of a 10 is I wish that they could have add in story mode like SSB Brawl. I know, it's focusing on being more competitive,
    How else can I put it into words? Its Smash Brothers.

    Online is great, the new features make the game more fast paced and awesome, I love the new characters, Ambiios are a nice new feature and the board game kicks ass. However, the reason why I gave it a 9 instead of a 10 is I wish that they could have add in story mode like SSB Brawl. I know, it's focusing on being more competitive, but story mode was my favorite feature in SSB Brawl due to seeing what would happen if you mix a Nintendo character with another and see what would happen if they react to each other. Overall, this game kicks ass in everyway. Highly recommended.
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  22. Nov 23, 2014
    9
    Fantastic! The graphics are a welcome and they really make this game look superb. Eight player smash is the most chaotic thing ever but on a big enough stage it can be great fun. I feel like smash tour would only be good with four people who have a good understanding of every character and I prefer smash run way more. There is great music, the stages are excellent, all the controllerFantastic! The graphics are a welcome and they really make this game look superb. Eight player smash is the most chaotic thing ever but on a big enough stage it can be great fun. I feel like smash tour would only be good with four people who have a good understanding of every character and I prefer smash run way more. There is great music, the stages are excellent, all the controller options are great, and i think it is one of my favorite games ever. But there is one massive problem with this game, if you have played the 3ds version, the gameplay feels very similar. But if you havent played the 3ds version or if you just want both for the dlc this game is definitely worth your money. Expand
  23. Nov 23, 2014
    10
    With a ridiculous amount of content, phenomenal graphics that even run and outpace other current generation systems, the Wii U has found another killer app. Though, it is not just the content that has increased and improved, but the controller options are practically endless and the amount of players on screen is just staggering at 8 players running very smoothly at a crisp and silky 1080pWith a ridiculous amount of content, phenomenal graphics that even run and outpace other current generation systems, the Wii U has found another killer app. Though, it is not just the content that has increased and improved, but the controller options are practically endless and the amount of players on screen is just staggering at 8 players running very smoothly at a crisp and silky 1080p 60fps. That is just impressive on its own terms. The new stages are enjoyable and the way the game celebrates Nintendo history is glorious. And one more part, the online is (from what I've experienced), very smooth! This is another game of the year contender along with other games! Expand
  24. Nov 23, 2014
    10
    This really is the most "FUN" you will have with a video game this year! If you don't currently have a Wii U, this is THE reason to get one! This literally has months and months of features that are all a blast to play! My kids love it, my extended family loves it - it really is the perfect game for all ages! 10/10. Well done, Nintendo!
  25. Nov 23, 2014
    10
    Absolutely perfect game, with huge amount of content. Very well polished, the level of details are stunning. See all this beloved characters united makes a wonderful experience that only Nintendo is capable of. The graphics are crisp and the animations are very fluid. There´s a lot of things for everyone to enjoy in this game. I love it, my wife loves it and my 5 years son is absolutely inAbsolutely perfect game, with huge amount of content. Very well polished, the level of details are stunning. See all this beloved characters united makes a wonderful experience that only Nintendo is capable of. The graphics are crisp and the animations are very fluid. There´s a lot of things for everyone to enjoy in this game. I love it, my wife loves it and my 5 years son is absolutely in love with it. Every Wii U owner must have this. Expand
  26. Nov 23, 2014
    10
    Just when you think a game can't get better, here comes Nintendo & shows us that they can take a great game & make it greater. Super Smash Bros. for the wii u is such a fun game, well polished bug free just a great experience overall
  27. Nov 22, 2014
    10
    This is it... The most beautiful thing to come out from Nintendo for a very long time. The definitive version of Smash! Absolutely do not listen to the few negative user reviews on here. Look at the majority and you be the judge. :D

    I admire Nintendo for how the release complete titles with ZERO bugs. A polished product out the gates. That's how it is suppose to be. Functioning online
    This is it... The most beautiful thing to come out from Nintendo for a very long time. The definitive version of Smash! Absolutely do not listen to the few negative user reviews on here. Look at the majority and you be the judge. :D

    I admire Nintendo for how the release complete titles with ZERO bugs. A polished product out the gates. That's how it is suppose to be. Functioning online keeps me at it for hours. amiibos are awesome, and fun addition. It really feels like you have a personalized training buddy/self-aware terminator version rival. I got attached to mine after it started kicking my butt and "adapting". This is easily the best game of 2014. Nintendo is going to have a good holiday season!

    I digitally downloaded my copy off the store because I want Smash Bros to be a permanent part of my console along with Mario Kart 8. Wii U is easily becoming my favorite console. And thank you Nintendo for bringing Mewtwo back this coming Spring!
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  28. Nov 22, 2014
    10
    Well here comes the latest installment on the Smash games. I can't believe it has been a long time since it was announced back on E3 2011. Sadly it is a lackluster compared to Brawl. Brawl would had been the perfect game if Mega Man had been in it. When Mega Man was announced in the game, sadly it was such a lackluster as Snake took away his momentum. Why does Mega Man look like a midgetWell here comes the latest installment on the Smash games. I can't believe it has been a long time since it was announced back on E3 2011. Sadly it is a lackluster compared to Brawl. Brawl would had been the perfect game if Mega Man had been in it. When Mega Man was announced in the game, sadly it was such a lackluster as Snake took away his momentum. Why does Mega Man look like a midget when in other games he has the right proportions on how he would look on a non-8bit representation? Snake may be gone but I miss Audi Famam Illius, Smash needed melodies like those, instead of the ones we have now, oh but we are going back to the roots thanks to obsessive Melee fans...

    Still the game looks great in HD. But it needed both better music and a proper look on Mega Man. And I am giving it a perfect score in order to be able to battle the GTA V remake in even more HD, and Dragon Age which are lower games to Smash. Oh but nowadays, people want hardcore games when these people only want casual stuff to show up they are so tech savvy. I miss the days when videogames were for videogamers and not posers who just get in for fashion. Still, game of the year. But sadly Nintendo will fall.
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  29. Nov 22, 2014
    10
    An absolute work of art. Anyone who doesn't rate this higher than 8/10 is either not being honest with the rating or don't actually own the game. Every aspect of SMASH Wii U is perfectly polished, and there's simply no denying that.
    This is an absolute gem of a game, but it won't win game of the year. Some 3rd party is going to pay to earn game of the year.
    But in all honesty? This game
    An absolute work of art. Anyone who doesn't rate this higher than 8/10 is either not being honest with the rating or don't actually own the game. Every aspect of SMASH Wii U is perfectly polished, and there's simply no denying that.
    This is an absolute gem of a game, but it won't win game of the year. Some 3rd party is going to pay to earn game of the year.
    But in all honesty? This game deserves game of the year, hands down.
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  30. Nov 22, 2014
    10
    This game made me squirm my worm, its completely over 9000, and I felt young again, I no longer need my life alert, no wait, HELP I'VE FALLEN AND I CAN'T GET UP. I will just read 50 shades of grey until I die, and I will be happy.
Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 77 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 76 out of 77
  2. Negative: 0 out of 77
  1. CD-Action
    Mar 4, 2015
    90
    It would not be easy to find another game that offers so much content. [02/2015, p.61]
  2. Hyper Magazine
    Feb 9, 2015
    100
    It's everything I wanted it to be, and Melee's true successor. [Issue#257, p.60]
  3. Games Master UK
    Jan 31, 2015
    93
    A sprawling ode to Nintendo and punching, this'll keep fans scrapping for years to come. [Feb 2015, p.66]