Super Smash
Bros Wii U is possibly the most anticipated game for the
Wii U so far. This
solidifies an incredible Wii U lineup with
Mario Kart 8,
Super Mario 3D
World, and Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze being released all within the
last year.
There are so many modes and characters to choose from, this game almost feels
like a gift to Nintendo fans.
Nintendo has
also begun selling a bundle with a
Gamecube controller
and adapter that allows you to connect up to four controllers. This shows that
Nintendo truly listens to their fans. Every hardcore Smash player knows that the
Gamecube controller is the ideal way to play this game competitively. Smash
has always been a multiplayer favorite, and they haven’t disappointed on this
release. Couch multiplayer and online play, you can always find a way to play
with your friends. With all the features everyone could possibly want, this is
almost a perfect Nintendo game.
There’s over 38 fighters to choose from in this game. All the classics from the
original are here such as Mario, Bowser, Donkey Kong, Link, and more. So many
new characters from Nintendo classics such as Little Mac, Greninja, Rosalina,
Shulk, and Robin. Even some non-Nintendo classics such as Megaman, Sonic, and
Pac-Man. And even more eclectic fighters such as the Wii Fit Trainer and the Mii
Fighters. There are 50 characters in total which is more than I can even list in
this review! There are 75 total stages ranging from classic
NES levels with retro
graphics to newer Wii and
Wii U levels. Every
level lists which game it originates from.
The mode variety and unlockables provide you with hours of entertainment.
Classic mode let’s you place your trophy of your character in an arena where you
battle other characters. Intruders randomly appear before matches. You get
bigger rewards if you can defeat your rival. And at the end you fight Master
Hand once again.
Event mode presents the biggest challenge and most dynamic gameplay. You play in
scenarios with each character that feature specific challenges. You may be
fighting under time limits, against multiple enemies at once, or have a specific
objective. No two events are alike. You will find yourself fighting for
achievements in this one, because some of these events are really tough with
time limits. You get even bigger rewards for completing challenges on higher
difficulty.
All-Star mode is an endurance run where you face a series of challenges with
limited health restores. You have to strategize when to use power ups and play
conservatively to make it to the end. If you lose a battle, you’ll have to
restart the All-Star mode from the beginning.
Smash Tour combines the Smash battles with a multiplayer board game similar to
Mario Party. You move through the board earning characters and perks until the
final battle at the end. The goal is to have more characters and perks than your
opponents.
For the first time ever, Smash Multiplayer goes up to 8 players. You’ll need a
lot of controllers and friends for this one, but it can be a wild ride. You can
even have up to 4 teams. Online multiplayer is split into two sections “For Fun”
and “For Glory”. For Fun has all stages randomly except Final Destination, all
items appear, and only matches you win are recorded. For Glory only uses Final
Destination stages with no items. All battle stats are recorded, including
losses.
Smash Bros for Wii U has EVERYTHING, no fans should be disappointed with this
game. It has competitive play, it has nostalgia, it has multiplayer fun, and it
has dozens of unlockables. The perfect game for holiday 2014!
Super Smash Bros Unboxing & Playthrough videos
Unboxing Super Smash Bros for the Wii U
Allstars mode playthrough
Classic mode playthrough
Event mode playthrough