Ranking the Best Smash Bros. Games

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Here are the best titles ranked.

Ali Kanaan

Gaming - July 6th 2024, 15:00 GMT+2

Smash Bros 3 DS — 6. Super Smash Bros. for 3DS

Bringing Smash Bros. to a portable platform was ambitious, but let's face it—fighting games just don't feel right without a proper controller. The 3DS version was fun, but it can't compare to the console experience. | © Nintendo

Super Smash Bros N64 — 5. Super Smash Bros. (N64)

The original Smash Bros. was a game-changer, introducing us to the chaotic fun of Nintendo characters battling it out. We love it for the nostalgia, but by today's standards, it just can't keep up with the rest. | © Nintendo

Super Smash Bros Brawl — 4. Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Brawl added a bunch of cool new characters, including Sonic and Solid Snake, and had that epic Subspace Emissary story mode. Despite all the hate it gets for being slower than Melee, it's still a solid game with tons of fun moments. | © Nintendo

Super Smash Bros Wii U — 3. Super Smash Bros. for Wii U

The Wii U version polished up Brawl’s mechanics and gave us stunning HD graphics. With eight-player battles and a big roster, it brought a lot of fun and chaos to the table, proving it's a worthy entry in the series. | © Nintendo

Super Smash Bros Melee — 2. Super Smash Bros. Melee

Melee is the fan-favorite and a competitive staple, thanks to its fast-paced gameplay and deep mechanics. It set a high bar for the series with an expanded roster and tons of stages, and it's still loved by many players today. | © Nintendo

Super Smash Bros Ultimate — 1. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Ultimate is the pinnacle of the series, featuring every character from past games plus new additions, making it the most complete Smash Bros. experience ever. With refined mechanics, tons of single-player content, and continuous updates, it keeps us coming back for more. Idk, how they want to beat this again? | © Nintendo

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For over two decades, Super Smash Bros. has been a cornerstone of the gaming world, bringing together iconic characters and intense, fast-paced battles. From its humble beginnings on the N64 to the expansive roster in Ultimate, each installment has left a unique mark on the franchise and the players who love it.

In this gallery, we’ll be taking a closer look at each Super Smash Bros. game, ranking them based on their gameplay mechanics, character selection, and overall impact on the series. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or a newcomer to the brawl, join us as we explore the evolution of this beloved series and celebrate the best of Super Smash Bros.