Super Smash Blog updates

This page is dedicated to the list of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate updates featured on the Super Smash Blog. Articles are listed in the order that they appeared on the website.

June 12

 * 1) These are the fighters joining the battle—ALL of them! The numbers indicate the order of their first appearance in the series. A video detailing all the characters in Ultimate.
 * 2) A new fighter joins the battle! What waits at the end of the shadowy path? Ridley's introduction
 * 3) Check out this brand-new video for the latest info on the fighters and gameplay of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Compilation video
 * 4) Many talented musicians worked on the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate soundtrack, and you can hear some of their tracks on the official website. We'll be adding more music over the coming days. Music index
 * 5) Good news: The new fighters, Inkling and Ridley, have Super Smash Bros. series amiibo figures on the way! #SmashBros
 * 6) If you have a GameCube™ Controller Adapter, you can use GameCube Controllers you already have to play Super Smash Bros. Ultimate! In addition, a redesigned GameCube™ Controller Super Smash Bros. Edition will be released when the game launches.
 * 7) Mr. Sakurai made an appearance on Nintendo Treehouse Live! Watch the replay here. Nintendo Treehouse Live!
 * 8) #62: Inkling - Attacks with a variety of weapons. Covering opponents with ink leads to more and more damage—plus these Inklings are really fashionable! Inkling demo video
 * 9) Squid Sisters Assist Trophy - Cameras get closer and closer to their live performance, limiting the space you have to battle. Don't get too lost in the music!

June 13

 * 1) The Nintendo booth at E3 2018 is jam-packed with fighters, weapons, items, and more from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate!
 * 2) #65: Ridley - Joining the battle from the storied Metroid series, Ridley's long tail and sharp claws let him unleash a torrent of devastating attacks. His Final Smash is a powerful stream of plasma breath intense enough to bring down Samus's starship. Ridley's demo video
 * 3) Launch Star - If you touch the star, your fighter will be launched at high speed. Clever placement can lead to an easy KO!

June 14

 * 1) #13ᵋ: Daisy - Her basic move set is the same as Peach's, but this princess has her own unique personality. She's known for being upbeat, energetic, and a bit of a tomboy. Daisy's demo video
 * 2) ZeRo from Chile has won the Super Smash Bros. Invitational 2018! A big thank you to all the players who participated! For those that missed the live stream, check out the replay.
 * 3) Pokèmon: Vulpix (Alola form) - This Pokèmon freezes fighters with icy breath.

June 18

 * 1) #01: Mario - Mario is an all-around fighter who uses his wide variety of techniques to respond to any situation. In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, he shows up in his Wedding tux and his Builder outfit, and Cappy even makes an appearance! Mario's demo video
 * 2) Battlefield - This stage is sporting a redesigned look. With vast natural vistas forming a stunning backdrop behind floating platforms, this stage truly deserves its name!
 * 3) Black Hole - Pulls fighters and items into its powerful gravity field. If someone throws a Black Hole in your direction, you'd better keep your distance!

June 19

 * 1) You can now listen to "Bomb Rush Blush" on the official Super Smash Bros. Ultimate website.
 * 2) Assist Trophy: Bomberman - Bomberman is a brand-new Assist Trophy, which means he's here to help you during battle. The bombs he leaves on the stage detonate in his iconic, cross-shaped pattern!

June 20

 * 1) #03: Link - Link has been redesigned to match his appearance in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. He can now pick up arrows he's fired, and his bombs have been upgraded to remote bombs, so you can set them off when the timing is just right! Link's demo video

June 21

 * 1) #15: Ice Climbers - Back in the battle after a ten-year absence! There are two of them, so does that make them twice as strong as other fighters? Ice Climber's demo video

June 24

 * 1) #62: Corrin - Corrin was available as a downloadable fighter in the previous version of Super Smash Bros. This fighter uses all kinds of attacks, like Torrential Roar and Dragon Fang Shot. Players can choose male or female versions! Corrin's demo video

June 25

 * 1) #31: Snake - Back by popular demand, Snake brings a ranged fighting style unlike any other fighter in the game. His Final Smash locks onto an opponent and fires five homing missiles. Snake's demo video

June 26

 * 1) You can now listen to "Noisy Notebook" on the official Super Smash Bros. Ultimate website.
 * 2) Assist Trophy: Sukapon - Attacking with his detached fists and feet, Sukapon can even pick up opponents and throw them.

June 27

 * 1) Pokémon: Solgaleo - If this Pokémon hits you as it charges back and forth across the stage, you'll take serious damage!
 * 2) Pokémon: Lunala - This Pokémon shoots a powerful light beam through the stage!

June 28

 * 1) #02: Donkey Kong - His charged punch is one of the strongest attacks in the game! In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, his Final Smash has been updated from Konga Beat to a flurry of punches! Donkey Kong's demo video

July 1

 * 1) #38: Sonic the Hedgehog - This speedy fighter has a lot of rush-type attacks. His final smash, Super Sonic, lets him fly around the stage at an incredible speed! Sonic the Hedgehog's demo video
 * 2) Assist Trophy: Knuckles - Knuckles attacks nearby fighters with his fist. He can also dig into the ground and then attack with an uppercut, so be careful!

July 2

 * 1) #20: Falco - He's a talented aerial fighter with amazing jumping ability, but Falco is a bit slower on the ground. His final smash is an all-out attack using an unorthodox formation of Arwings! Falco's demo video

July 3

 * 1) You can now listen to "City Trial" the official Super Smash Bros. Ultimate website.
 * 2) Kongo Falls - Face off against your foes atop a raft stuck at the edge of a waterfall. How well you utilize the rock jutting out at the bottom right can be the difference between victory or defeat!

July 4

 * 1) #22: Young Link - He's back after 17 years! Young Link is faster than Link but he's also lighter, making him easier to launch. Young Link's demo video
 * 2) Assist Trophy: Krystal - In addition to attacking with her staff, Krystal also uses Ice Blast to freeze fighters. Don't underestimate her!

July 5

 * 1) #33-35: Pokémon Trainer - The trainer returns with Squirtle, Ivysaur, and Charizard. You can choose to play as a male or female trainer! Pokémon Trainer's demo video

July 8

 * 1) #21: Marth - Marth is an exceptional swordfighter with a long reach. He'll do the most damage with attacks using the tip of his sword, so spacing is an important factor. Marth's demo video

Trivia

 * The update on June 12th erroneously lists the Inkling as the 62nd character to join Smash Bros. when it should be the 64th.
 * The update on July 3rd mistakenly reads "You can now listen to "City Trial" the..." instead of "You can now listen to "City Trial" on the..."