Super Smash Bros.
1999 • HAL Laboratory
8.9/10Nintendo
Fighting
Nintendo's all-star fighting game featuring beloved characters battling across iconic stages.
Gameplay
Platform fighting game with simple controls, percentage-based damage system, and stage-out victories.
Historical Context
Developed secretly by HAL Laboratory as Masahiro Sakurai's vision of a Nintendo character crossover fighter.
Fun Facts
- • Started as a secret project by Masahiro Sakurai
- • Featured 12 Nintendo characters
- • Created an entirely new fighting game subgenre
Cultural Impact
Created the platform fighter subgenre and became one of Nintendo's most successful and enduring franchises.
Review
Super Smash Bros. created a unique fighting experience that was accessible to newcomers while offering depth for competitive players.