Platform fighter where Nintendo characters and guests battle across multi-tiered arenas. Pick from the entire roster spanning decades of the series—every character who's appeared returns, plus newcomers. Matches involve knocking opponents off-screen by building up damage percentages through combos and special moves. Combat's faster than prior entries, with new offensive tools and defensive mechanics added to the formula. Items spawn mid-match to shift momentum. Play locally or online, in quick free-for-alls or structured tournament brackets. Modes range from casual party chaos to competitive one-on-one duels with items disabled. Works in docked or handheld mode on Switch. Suits both button-mashers learning movesets and players drilling frame data.
