Super Smash Bros. is a popular game franchise with its first installment released in 1999 for the Nintendo 64, and the latest installment, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, released in 2018 for the Nintendo Switch. The series has evolved with each game release, introducing new playable characters, stages, and exciting features. The latest installment, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, boasts the largest and most diverse cast of characters in the series, with 82 playable characters, and the most stages, with 103 stages. As the series continues to grow, fans look forward to what Nintendo has in store for Super Smash Bros. in the future.
The Evolution of Super Smash Bros. from N64 to Today
Super Smash Bros. is one of the most popular game franchises in the world, with its first installment released in 1999 for the Nintendo 64. Since then, the game has undergone various changes and upgrades to make it more appealing to the players. In this article, we will discuss the evolution of Super Smash Bros. from N64 to today.
Super Smash Bros. (1999)
The first Super Smash Bros. game was released in 1999 for the Nintendo 64. The game featured eight playable characters from Nintendo’s most popular franchises, including Mario, Donkey Kong, Pikachu, and Samus. The game’s objective was to knock other players off the platform by dealing them damage until their health bar was high enough, forcing them to fall off the platform.
Characters
Super Smash Bros. N64 only had eight characters: Mario, Donkey Kong, Link, Yoshi, Samus, Kirby, Fox McCloud, and Pikachu. Each character had their unique moves and special abilities, which made the game exciting to play.
Stages
The game also had nine unique stages, each with its unique features, such as hazards or platforms. The stages included Peach’s Castle, Hyrule Castle, Yoshi’s Island, Dream Land, Saffron City, Planet Zebes, Sector Z, and Congo Jungle.
Super Smash Bros. Melee (2001)
Super Smash Bros. Melee was released for the GameCube console in 2001, two years after its predecessor. The game expanded on the original with more characters and stages.
Characters
Melee introduced 14 new playable characters, bringing the total to 25. The game introduced characters such as Marth, Zelda, and Mewtwo from Pokémon. The game also allowed you to unlock secret characters by completing specific objectives, such as finishing Classic mode without dying.
Stages
Melee introduced 29 new stages, taking the total to 38. The stages were more interactive and included more hazards, including the Poke Floats and the Mushroom Kingdom II.
Super Smash Bros. Brawl (2008)
Super Smash Bros. Brawl was released for the Nintendo Wii console in 2008. The game brought in a lot of new features, including third-party characters.
Characters
Brawl introduced 18 new playable characters, including Sonic the Hedgehog and Solid Snake. The game also introduced non-playable characters, such as the Assist Trophy, which allowed players to summon characters, such as Waluigi, to help them during battles.
Stages
Brawl introduced 31 new stages, bringing the total to 41. The stages were more varied and interactive, including stages based on third-party franchises, such as WarioWare Inc., Delfino Plaza from Super Mario Sunshine, and Smashville from Animal Crossing.
Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U (2014)
Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U was released in 2014 for both consoles, featuring new characters and modes.
Characters
The fourth installment of Super Smash Bros. added new playable characters such as Pac-Man, Mega Man, and Ryu from Street Fighter. The game also introduced customizable Mii Fighters, allowing players to create fighters with unique moves and abilities.
Stages
The game introduced 34 new stages, bringing the total to 84. The game also introduced new stage features, such as interactive platforms that players could use to their advantage.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (2018)
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate was released for the Nintendo Switch console in 2018, bringing in the largest and most diverse cast of characters in the series.
Characters
Ultimate features 82 playable characters, making it the largest in the series. The game includes every character from the previous installments, including DLC characters. The game also includes new characters such as Incineroar from Pokémon, Ridley from Metroid, and Isabelle from Animal Crossing.
Stages
The game includes 103 stages, making it the most in the series. The stages include a mix of classic and new stages, including new features like hazards, moving platforms, and multi-level designs.
Conclusion
Super Smash Bros. has come a long way since its first installation in 1999. With each game that has been released, the series has evolved and improved, providing players with more characters, stages, and exciting features to enjoy. As the series continues to grow, it will be exciting to see what Nintendo has in store for the future of Super Smash Bros.