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Game Information
- Platform: GameCube
- ELSPA Minimum Age: 3
- Media: Video Game
Product Features
- Features a slew of Nintendo all-stars including Mario, Donkey Kong, Link, Kirby, Yoshi
- Fight in familiar Nintendo landscapes, from Donkey Kong's jungle to Link's Zelda universe
- See your old favorites as never before on the GameCube
- For 1-4 players
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Normally, Nintendo contract players like Mario, Pikachu, Link, Donkey Kong, Bowser and Kirby are generally happy and well-mannered, but in Smash Bros. Melee the pleasantries get thrown out and the gloves (except for Mario's) come off. This update of the N64 favourite has these and other video game icons in furious, yet utterly absurd fisticuffs that usually make for a smashing good time. Just make sure you have at least one human opponent to pound on.
Starting off with 14 characters (there are an additional 11 to be unlocked), the basic premise of having Nintendo's stars beat on each other until the timer runs out is pretty standard. However, much emphasis is put on knocking opponents off ledges while avoiding the same fate. In typical Nintendo manner, there are many power-ups to assist you in the melee. The actual combat isn't as intricate as other fighting games, however the ultra-cartoony layout of the many, many arenas sometimes adds a strategic element not usually found in fighting games.
Melee's strength lays in the mayhem created in four-player fights. The camera does an excellent job of positioning itself so all combatants are constantly visible. Also, Melee sports some of the best visuals seen in a Nintendo product. All of the characters are highly detailed, and the movements of each are smoothly infused with personality; Donkey Kong lumbers and Princess Peach fights with grace.
As the multiplayer mode is the key reason for this game's existence, the single player mode is decidedly weak. There's an adventure mode that plays somewhat like an old-school, side-scrolling Mario game. Sadly, despite its good looks, its gameplay is rather uninspired. This game is clearly at its best when there are two or more players with controllers in their hand. --Mark Brooks
NGC Magazine
"Eye-singeing multiplayer, ingenious moves...and some of the sweetest looks yet squeezed from the 'Cube. 91%."
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Video Game
Fun:
Sounds rubbish doesn't it? Some famous Nintendo characters punching and kicking each other... But no, it is pure quality. It offers enjoyment forever! It is a game you can play by yourself or with a bunch of mates, no matter what, it is still really fun!
I have owned this game for nearly 3 years, and i still pick up the old Gamecube controller to have a bit of top notch cartoon-crunching awesome melee mayhem fun! (basically... if you don't own it... get it!)
I have owned this game for nearly 3 years, and i still pick up the old Gamecube controller to have a bit of top notch cartoon-crunching awesome melee mayhem fun! (basically... if you don't own it... get it!)
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Video Game
Fun:
This game is one of the main reasons why people buy a Gamecube, and I can see why! Pretty much all the well known Big N characters are available to select, each with their own strengths and weaknesses.
For example...
Bowser is slow and heavy, but his attacks can be strong and can be difficult to throw out the arena
Pikachu is very quick and good attack damage but his small frame can make him get thrown out of the arena quite easily
Good choice of battle grounds/arenas as well, and enough weapons to keep the battle interesting.
Loads of game modes as well, including Adventure, training, Melee, Mission, etc and with up to 4 players to battle with, it'll be a fun game to play for hours
Overall, a great game that must be included in your Gamecube library! Even until Brawl comes out, you still need to get this if you have the Wii as well!
For example...
Bowser is slow and heavy, but his attacks can be strong and can be difficult to throw out the arena
Pikachu is very quick and good attack damage but his small frame can make him get thrown out of the arena quite easily
Good choice of battle grounds/arenas as well, and enough weapons to keep the battle interesting.
Loads of game modes as well, including Adventure, training, Melee, Mission, etc and with up to 4 players to battle with, it'll be a fun game to play for hours
Overall, a great game that must be included in your Gamecube library! Even until Brawl comes out, you still need to get this if you have the Wii as well!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Video Game
Fun:
This game is the most surprising i've ever played, I didnt buy another game for neary 2 years.
Fast paced fighting action with 31 weapons ranging from Bob-ombs to Pokeballs to the Metal Box,
there are millions of features and extra touches that i still come across now,
At first this game seems daunting (especially against a veteran) but soon you'll be pounding Giga Bowser and the Crazy Hand, with a bit of practice.
My most played multiplayer ever, recording everyones name and stats.
Loads of unlockable characters and levels, trophies to collect, and game modes that make this a must! (Home-Run Contest anyone?)
And amazing title music that will leave u chanting for your next game
Power time - 601.56 hours
Vs play match total - 2961
Kos - 4718
Fast paced fighting action with 31 weapons ranging from Bob-ombs to Pokeballs to the Metal Box,
there are millions of features and extra touches that i still come across now,
At first this game seems daunting (especially against a veteran) but soon you'll be pounding Giga Bowser and the Crazy Hand, with a bit of practice.
My most played multiplayer ever, recording everyones name and stats.
Loads of unlockable characters and levels, trophies to collect, and game modes that make this a must! (Home-Run Contest anyone?)
And amazing title music that will leave u chanting for your next game
Power time - 601.56 hours
Vs play match total - 2961
Kos - 4718
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