Super Smash Bros. Brawl

 Wii
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8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2230 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 1,944 out of 2230
  2. Mixed: 161 out of 2230
  3. Negative: 125 out of 2230
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  1. Spyroexe
    May 12, 2015
    10
    This game is ****ing awesome. If you like melee, but with improved gameplay mechanics, then buy this **** game you son of a **** Overall I consider this game to be the best in the series, the second best would be SSB4. The awesome story, **** of stuff to unlock, fun competitive multiplayer, and many more. People dislike this game due to tripping, however i think those **** are trippingThis game is ****ing awesome. If you like melee, but with improved gameplay mechanics, then buy this **** game you son of a **** Overall I consider this game to be the best in the series, the second best would be SSB4. The awesome story, **** of stuff to unlock, fun competitive multiplayer, and many more. People dislike this game due to tripping, however i think those **** are tripping themselves due to the fact that tripping causes NO PROBLEMS. I guess they're upset that this game is better than Melee. Anyway, BUY IT NOW GODDAMN **** PIECE OF ****… Expand
  2. Ponchitocore
    Jul 12, 2015
    10
    Critiquenlo lo que quieran a mi me encanta!! Si supieran la cantidad de horas que disfrute este jueGo me entenderian, me parece el primer balance perfecto enTre casual gamer y hardcore
  3. EpicLadySponge
    Jan 18, 2016
    10
    If you truly like Melee, you're going to love this next installment Nintendo has in your hands. From such an amazing soundtrack to such great gameplay.
  4. KingOfTheFools
    Jan 26, 2016
    10
    For me this is the definitive Smash experience. Though Wii U is better, this is the one I will never forget. Plus, Snake was in it! There was an enjoyable Adventure Mode! There's characters who were missing from Wii U and 3DS! An excellent game.
  5. Sai_rox
    May 7, 2016
    10
    Ahh... the memories I made playing this game. Definitely an astonishing game! A fun way to kill some time with friends or family. 1 small, tiny issue I have is that the button-pressing was a little behind, otherwise I'd say this game is all-in-all an awesome game! Story mode was my favorite aspect of the game.
  6. GamecubeLover
    Jul 3, 2016
    10
    This game is the 2nd best super smash bros. game of the series. This game has great controls and a great selection of characters. I love this game it's my 4th favorite Wii game.
  7. VitaminYes
    Jun 3, 2017
    10
    One of the greatest games ever released on the Wii, and since then. Not only is the same gameplay from previous installments back, and now with more content than even most games today haven't matched. Every mode from Adventure mode, to Classic Mode, to Events is something that will keep anyone entertained for hundreds of hours. There's even some old games such as Ocarina of Time andOne of the greatest games ever released on the Wii, and since then. Not only is the same gameplay from previous installments back, and now with more content than even most games today haven't matched. Every mode from Adventure mode, to Classic Mode, to Events is something that will keep anyone entertained for hundreds of hours. There's even some old games such as Ocarina of Time and Kirby's Adventure, though they are kind of a joke as the demos range from 5 minutes to as little as 30 seconds. Unless you're one of those competitive smash players, you'll enjoy this game for years to come.… Expand
  8. weskergamer
    Dec 19, 2019
    10
    This game is tied with SSBU as my all time favorite figthing game of all time, i adore every part of it, and the story mode is one of the best thing that the entire franchises has had, the soundtrack when you compare to other entries in the franchise is even better than the others, with great remixes.
  9. Focaccia
    Feb 5, 2017
    10
    Super Smash Bros Brawl is definitely the best game of the Wii and the Smash bros series. It is one of the best multiplayer experiences out there with tons of selectable characters, stages and game modes. The game also excels as a single player game, with game modes such as classic mode, break the targets, multi-man brawl, and an online mode. What makes Brawl the best game in the series isSuper Smash Bros Brawl is definitely the best game of the Wii and the Smash bros series. It is one of the best multiplayer experiences out there with tons of selectable characters, stages and game modes. The game also excels as a single player game, with game modes such as classic mode, break the targets, multi-man brawl, and an online mode. What makes Brawl the best game in the series is undoubtedly the new adventure mode the "Subspace Emissary", lasting well over 10 hours and featuring some epic boss battles from the most beloved Nintendo franchises, side-scrolling action, and an interesting story. If you own a wii, this is a must-have game.… Expand
  10. Wake_loms
    Apr 27, 2017
    10
    Un juego de combate perfecto, muy divertido con un gran numero de modalidades, modo historia, sub misiones, mini juegos, juegos extra, gran catalogo de personajes, es evolucion de una de las mejores sagas de nintendo, a mi y a mis amigos nos encanta
  11. Coramcrash
    Mar 7, 2017
    10
    CAPOLAVORO senza tempo. il più bel gioco che io abbia mai giocato.
    Riunisce amalgamandoli alla perfezione tutti i personaggi più amati di Nintendo.
    Storia, gameplay, musiche e minigiochi da manuale.
    E' un 100/100 coi controcoglioni.
  12. JPK
    Jun 11, 2019
    10
    Not Quite Melee, But....
    It’s still f*cking awesome with many new additions like 3rd party characters and final smashes.
  13. D484
    May 18, 2017
    10
    Una batalla épica entre los personajes más icónicos de Nintendo. Sus gráficos son muy buenos comparado con lo que nos tienen acostumbrados y un increible modo historia. Pero sin ninguna duda el juego llega a su mejor momento cuando juegas con amigos. Le pongo 96/100
  14. NeoconTom
    Sep 7, 2019
    10
    I don't care what people say, this is best Super Smash Bros. game of all time.
  15. SirMeowsAlot349
    Aug 8, 2017
    10
    Sure it's 2017 and brawl is yesterdays news. But if you don't have a Wii U, which you probably don't, get this game! You can create stages, change your character color, use a GameCube controller, and way more!
  16. Frazo
    Oct 14, 2017
    10
    I don't understand the hate this game gets. It has everything. A godlike soundtrack, great stage selection (except 75m and Hanenbow) and the best roster of characters in the series. With characters like Sonic, Solid Snake, Wolf, Ice Climbers, Meta Knight and Lucario, how could you go wrong? The art style is darker than the others, which works well for this game. The only gripes I have isI don't understand the hate this game gets. It has everything. A godlike soundtrack, great stage selection (except 75m and Hanenbow) and the best roster of characters in the series. With characters like Sonic, Solid Snake, Wolf, Ice Climbers, Meta Knight and Lucario, how could you go wrong? The art style is darker than the others, which works well for this game. The only gripes I have is that Online was horrible, Meta Knight was broken as f*** and Subspace Emissary was mediocre besides being an easy way to unlock the characters. But none of that will ever interfere with the quality of Super Smash Bros. Brawl!… Expand
  17. Naruto78909
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    This game is better than melee and melee was very good there are way more characters in brawl a actual story mode you can make your own stages and less clone characters and way better graphics and great gameplay and this is the best wii game and also bring back wolf in smash 4 switch
  18. loricritic845
    Apr 1, 2018
    10
    Super Smash Bros. games kept becoming better and better every time. And Brawl got this formula even better. Heck it had cutscenes, Sonic, and lots of other great things. Negative : What's wrong with Mario and Luigi's clothes ?
  19. Pakon
    Jun 16, 2018
    10
    The best multiplayer game on the Wii. Although its gameplay is not as fast as it was on Super Smash Bros. Melee for the Gamecube, it doesn't take away any of the fun or experience and still stands as a solid Smash game if you own a Wii.
  20. Elimacool200
    Sep 25, 2018
    10
    This is really good smash game and I can prove why In 2 words 'Subspace emissary'
  21. Dsros96
    Oct 30, 2018
    10
    My first Smash game. I love this game. Characters are well designed, graphics are some of the best on the Wii and it has a lot of modes.
  22. Maotheoverlord8
    Oct 19, 2021
    10
    Great Smash title. It may not be as fast as melee. But it has its own unique charm.
  23. YourFriendNeo
    Apr 15, 2019
    10
    Flawless game. i give it a 9999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999 out of 10
  24. Kostas101
    Jun 4, 2020
    10
    One of those games that made me a gamer, and one of my favorite childhood games. The gameplay mechanics are very fun and addictive, it's definitely a blast! Subspace Emissary is one of the best additions in the game, and playing with a other players makes it even better. Last but not least, it's worth to mention that this game has the best original music in the series, and the best remixesOne of those games that made me a gamer, and one of my favorite childhood games. The gameplay mechanics are very fun and addictive, it's definitely a blast! Subspace Emissary is one of the best additions in the game, and playing with a other players makes it even better. Last but not least, it's worth to mention that this game has the best original music in the series, and the best remixes aswell. Overall, I had so much fun playing this game with my siblings, it's a one of a kind experience and I'll never forget the times we've spent together playing this masterpiece.… Expand
  25. SmashBrothers
    Sep 22, 2019
    10
    The Game's Awesome. Although it's Unbalanced, it's very fun and good for beginners. Not recommended for competitive players
  26. Nautendo
    Dec 18, 2019
    10
    This has been the best game I have ever played in my life. I got it when I turned eleven years old, and played it until I turned fourteen (THREE YEARS). The Subspace Emissary storyline, the multiplayer and singleplayer action and all the items and characters available, have always been the best game for Wii from my childhood. Replayed it a couple of days back, and I still like it (evenThis has been the best game I have ever played in my life. I got it when I turned eleven years old, and played it until I turned fourteen (THREE YEARS). The Subspace Emissary storyline, the multiplayer and singleplayer action and all the items and characters available, have always been the best game for Wii from my childhood. Replayed it a couple of days back, and I still like it (even though I play Smash Ultimate a lot).
    If you are still looking for Wii games to play, you NEED this one.    … Expand
  27. Fightingchances
    May 4, 2020
    10
    One of the best Wii games IMO. The nice sized roster, the music, and the controls are awesome even looking back years later.
  28. PopCultureLozer
    Jul 12, 2020
    10
    This is by far my favorite smash game. Just because a game isn't built for competitive play doesn't mean its bad. I love this game despite all of its flaws. There's so much to do and I find most of it to be a blast.
  29. patrickmurphy09
    Aug 23, 2020
    10
    For some reason, this game seems to be considered a bit of a black sheep within the Smash Bros series, and that is a shame because this game is absolutely stellar. Sure, there are a few gameplay choices which are frustrating - tripping, slower meta, etc. - but even for its flaws, this game is exceptional. This game introduced the full-fledged story mode we may never get again: SubspaceFor some reason, this game seems to be considered a bit of a black sheep within the Smash Bros series, and that is a shame because this game is absolutely stellar. Sure, there are a few gameplay choices which are frustrating - tripping, slower meta, etc. - but even for its flaws, this game is exceptional. This game introduced the full-fledged story mode we may never get again: Subspace Emissary. Not the best platformer in the world, but the mashup of characters with cutscenes to demonstrate the storytelling we all have in our minds as little kids pitting their favorite characters against each other. Yes, the meta for competitive gampelay is broken with Meta Knight dominating the roster and with many glitches that top-level players can exploit. This is one of many reasons why its competitive aspect hasn't stood the test of time. But the gameplay is still fun to revisit with a new roster of characters, including my personal all-time favorite, King Dedede, to other great additions such as Snake. The music is absolutely fantastic, and yes, does take itself seriously in some regards, but I appreciate that the composers and game directors made the choice to do so and fully went with it. Casual play also is a lot of fun with the introductions of assist trophies and of course, final smashes. As imbalanced as the final smashes are, ranging from Mario's astonishingly weak fire attack to longlasting fury of Super Sonic, these were also among some of the most fun. I'd rather have some final smashes back like King Dedede's Waddle Dee Army or Giga Bowser rather than some of the new additions we have for Smash Bros Ultimate, which seeks to get players back into the match more quickly. Overall, a gem of a game. Not the best in the series, but often undervalued for how well it still can stand on its own even through its flaws.… Expand
  30. omniface
    Mar 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a game thats included in a smash ultimate

    pros
    great subspace or story mode
    amazing smash x mode
    amazing offline mode
    when the online was there it had good reviews
    amazing demo mode
    incredible items
    smash ball and smashes are amazing much unlike the ones in smash five
    to an extent

    cons
    none    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#2 Best Wii Game of 2008
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#1 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2008
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#1 Most Shared Wii Game of 2008

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Metascore
93

Universal acclaim - based on 81 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 80 out of 81
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 81
  3. Negative: 0 out of 81
  1. Thunderbolt
    100
    Brawl is easily the most fun I’ve had on a Wii, and could be the most fun I’ve had with a game in ages. It’s just that good. There is just so much to do, and so many different and refreshing things added that it would be a crime not to at least take a look.
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  2. Nintendo Power
    100
    Rarely has any title delivered so much amazing action, such a wide variety of modes, and so many hours of value. It doesn't get any better than this. [Mar 2008, p.82]
  3. Gameplayer
    100
    It’s obvious that developer Game Arts have put a painstaking amount of effort into creating this game and every time we play it we’re discovering new Nintendo references which bring back a rush of nostalgia. Brawl’s chaotic multiplayer sessions are some of the best to be had on the system, plus there are plenty of challenges and modes to amuse those ‘friend-impaired’ individuals out there as well. It’s a no-brainer, every serious Nintendo fan out there should score themselves a copy of this game, invite some friends/victims around, and have a smashing good time.
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