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How to play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Knock opponents beyond the stage boundaries while keeping your own fighter in play.
👥 1–8 players◷ 5–15 minRecommended age 10+
The objective
Your goal is simple: knock opponents beyond the stage boundaries while keeping your own fighter in play. This guide uses the most common beginner-friendly rules. Families and groups may agree on variations before starting.
What you need
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on Nintendo Switch.
How to set up
- Choose a fighter and practice movement, attacks, shielding, and recovery.
- Select a stage and agree on items, stocks, and time.
How to play: step by step
- Damage opponents to increase their percentage.
- Use stronger attacks to launch high-percentage opponents.
- Recover toward the stage after being knocked away.
- Win by taking the most stocks or scoring the most knockouts.
Beginner strategies
- Learn one fighter's recovery move.
- Shield briefly rather than holding it continuously.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using strong attacks predictably.
- Jumping without saving a recovery option.
Frequently asked questions
What is a stock?
One life for a fighter.
Can beginners use items?
Yes; items add variety and can make casual matches more accessible.