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GameInformer (Jeff Cork) 9.75/10

Joystiq - http://www.joystiq.com/2014/11/19/super-smash-bros-for-wii-u-review-show-me-your-moves/

DigitalChumps

9.8/10

Melee makeover.

...

There are infinite ways to dissect this latest Super Smash Bros. release, and surely a menagerie of opinions will be tendered exploring the inevitable design adjustments coming away from Brawl. But to distill it all down into a cohesive thought, this much is inarguable: Super Smash Bros. for Wii U is massive, ambitious, and absolutely a masterpiece. It isn’t perfect, and—as is the case with any online, highly popular, competitive game—any unseen flaws will most certainly come to light soon enough as the Smash community puts the code through its millionth hour of real-world testing. But for now, it is safe to say that what matters most has been addressed by Nintendo, Bandai Namco, and its team of tireless developers. This is without a doubt the best Super Smash Bros. game yet, and if you own a Wii U, it undoubtedly deserves a spot in your library.

Destructoid: Absolutely smashing... yet again

9.5/10

Super Smash Bros. for Wii U delivers all of the rock-solid mechanics that the 3DS version gave us, with the joy of playing on a big screen with friends and a heap of worthwhile modes. It certainly doesn't negate the greatness of the 3DS edition, but for those who have a bunch of friends anxious to Smash and can only get one, this is the version to get.

GameXplain Review

Jim Sterling: Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Review – MewTwo Many Cooks

9.5/10

Super Smash Bros. for Wii U is a beautifully polished, impeccably tight game. While I’d have liked more 3DS integration, and the much-touted Amiibo inclusion isn’t anything to go crazy over, the game remains an absolutely stellar fighting game that I’m finding very difficult to tear myself away from. It’s packed with diverse content, can be tailored to suit anybody’s needs, and most important of all – it’s a ridiculous amount of bloody fun!

Also, MewTwo.

CVG: Super Smash Bros Wii U belongs on the big screen

9/10

Overall the game modes offered on Wii U are a big success, gluing together a package that is one of its creator's most generous and satisfyingly in-depth. And yet, as outstanding as Smash Wii U has turned out, we can't help but wonder if it could have been even better had it not been designed with 3DS connectivity in mind.
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The 3DS version was all well and good, but the Wii U game is undoubtedly the main event, and now Smash Bros is back where it belongs: on your TV.

USGamer: Super Smash Bros. Wii U Review: Now Witness Its True Form

4.5/5

As a tribute to all things Nintendo, Super Smash Bros. can hardly be topped. The attention to detail afforded to its characters is matched only by the comprehensive nature of its soundtrack and stage selection. On top of that, the Wii U brings with it a huge amount of single-player and multiplayer content, putting it a notch above its similarly strong handheld counterpart. Running through Classic Mode and the like to unlock characters can be the tiniest bit tedious, and the Amiibos don't stand out as a particularly worthy addition, but there's always otherwise very little to complain about in this excellent high-definition update of Nintendo's much-loved mash-up.

IGN: SIMPLY SMASHING

9.8/10

Preliminary Verdict

Nearly every aspect of Smash Wii U seems fine-tuned not only to appeal to the nostalgia of long-time Nintendo fans, but also to be accessible to new players. Then it draws them in deeper once they’re hooked with a set of great modes and tempting rewards. There’s just so much here, and I’ve rarely seen a game with so many enjoyable and replayable ideas in a single package. Playing eight-player matches was only the beginning, and I don’t see a reason I’ll stop playing Smash Wii U for a long time.

EGM Review: Super Smash Bros. for Wii U

9.5/10

Super Smash Bros. for Wii U offers the most modes, fighters, and stages in the history of the franchise, with a surprisingly high level of polish across the board. Whether you prefer multiplayer or toughing it out against CPU fighters, you’ll find hours of excellent fun throwing down with your favorite Nintendo characters.

Geek: Super Smash Bros. Wii U Review – a nearly flawless evolution

No Score

Super Smash Bros. for the Wii U is neither an exploration into anything new nor is it an attempt to breathe new life into any one thing in particular, and the best part of heading into this game with that thought in mind is appreciating how fans are being offered exactly what they want from Nintendo.
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In many ways Super Smash Bros. for the Wii U is the Omega Mode of the franchise, and a practically flawless execution of everything we’ve come to expect from the series. If you’re a Wii U owner there’s really no good reason to pass on this title, and if you’ve been considering picking up a Wii U and waiting for the right moment you are unlikely to find a better time than right now.

Will update as more reviews come in

 

[daripad]

9's and 10's incoming?

 

[McDougles]

Lol someone doesn't know the difference between PST and EST.

 

[Raxus]

All aboard the hype train!

 

[Volotaire]

Here we go!

 

[BatDan]

Let's go!

 

[Soul Lab]

So it begins!

metascore about 90 i think

 

[munchie64]

Cho cho

 

[Impossiburu]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4GJ9D3HpLw

 

[Gucci Messiah]

I'm ready

 

[OnionPowder]

When are the reviews supposed to come out?

 

[brickwalker0]

I'm betting Ryckert gives it 5/5.

 

[Dreams-Visions]

played Smash for an hour, lifetime.

still hype. I think.

 

[Prevolition]

How many no scores can we get before an actual score pops up?

 

[Deadly Joker]

93 Metacritic.

God I can't wait to play this. Gotta buy a Wii U first though... Hopefully in the coming weeks.

 

[oti]

Relax, still two hours to go until NDA is officially lifted.

 

[Soul Lab]

When are the reviews supposed to come out?

In 2 hours!

 

[Asd202]

IGN 8.8 calling it now.

 

[darkness_s]

When are the reviews supposed to come out?

The embargo ends in 2 hours, I think.

 

[Forkball]

Only nearly flawless? Sakurai you hack.

HACKURAI

 

[themagicalkitsune]

I predict a lower metacritic score than Brawl.

 

[Inferno313]

Embargo's not supposed to be up for 2 more hours. Just for people who start wondering "Where are the rest?!?"

 

[Kouichi]

Curious to see how high it gets.

 

[phanphare]

I'm expecting great reviews with some points docked here and there for Smash Tour

 

[-Horizon-]

-Horizon- review:
7.6
No Miku

 

[jorgejjvr]

I'm expecting great reviews with some points docked here and there for Smash Tour

This

 

[Sciortino]

It begins.

 

[Soul Lab]

I'm expecting great reviews with some points docked here and there for Smash Tour

... and stage builder

 

[OrbitalBeard]

I was wondering when the embargo lifted. So it's 9 AM PT?

I wonder how many outlets will wait until launch day to publish a score, due to wanting to test the online.

 

[Nibel]

Embargo's not supposed to be up for 2 more hours. Just for people who start wondering "Where are the rest?!?"

I was already wondering what's going on.

 

[Kiru]

I predict a lower metacritic score than Brawl.

So lower than 93 ? Possible.

 

[AlexMeloche]

IGN : 7.8/10, too much fighting.

Spoiler

Just kidding.

Let's just hope it ends up with a Metacritic over 9. (Not like it would change anything.)

 

[ShockingAlberto]

Going to bet mostly 8s due to a lack of single-player content, refinement of previously established Brawl formula, and not looking as impressive as it could on the hardware.

There's also probably wider reasons of the 3DS game making the tip of the hype spear less sharp since the game is pretty much a known quantity now.

 

[methodman]

I'm expecting great reviews with some points docked here and there for Smash Tour

Nah. I expect great reviews except a few points docked for "but we just played smash 3ds!"

 

[Derphoof]

I'm going to guess it gets a Metacritic average of 92. The 3DS version sits at 85.

 

[oti]

And don't expect any online mode coverage for now.

 

[Diprosalic]

I'm expecting great reviews with some points docked here and there for Smash Tour

what makes you say that? Smash Tour is super fun imo.

 

[OrbitalBeard]

Going to bet mostly 8s due to a lack of single-player content, refinement of previously established Brawl formula, and not looking as impressive as it could on the hardware.

There's also probably wider reasons of the 3DS game making the tip of the hype spear less sharp since the game is pretty much a known quantity now.

God I hope reviewers don't dock points for this. Nintendo deserves to be applauded for releasing a 1080p/60 fps Smash game.

 

[random25]

-Horizon- review:
7.6
No Miku

Isn't that suppose to make the score better? Not worse?

Spoiler

 

[Alrus]

I'm eagerly awaiting the IGN review.

 

[-Horizon-]

Isn't that suppose to make the score better? Not worse?

Spoiler

F

 

[Seik]

Here we go!!!!

 

[kuroneko0509]

-Horizon- review:
7.6
No Miku

horizon pls

 

[Soulflarz]

90+ please

 

[jorgejjvr]

Nah. I expect great reviews except a few points docked for "but we just played smash 3ds!"

They will definitely talk about smash tour and take some points off, unfortunately, specially ign you'll see

Its a shame as I see a game with soooooo much content, and if you don't like one thing as much it's no big deal. There's so much content for everyone. It's just there to try something different, someone out there will love it and have a blast. I don't mind all the extra content, the more the merrier

 

[phanphare]

what makes you say that? Smash Tour is super fun imo.

I've heard negative impressions from NVC (the good part of IGN) and GameXplain and considering Nintendo put it front and center on the main menu I expect it to get brought up frequently

... and stage builder

I'm expecting the stage builder to be a positive considering how it uses the Wii U Gamepad. reviewers generally loved to trash year one games for not using it, I'm expecting some praise now that it's being put to good use.

 

[cacildo]

Lol someone doesn't know the difference between PST and EST.

(I dont know either
Im always asking "how many hours until.." just to dodge this issue)

 

[Real Hero]

game of the year

 

[Diprosalic]

I've heard negative impressions from NVC (the good part of IGN) and GamExplain and considering Nintendo put it front and center on the main menu I expect it to get brought up frequently

it's very confusing the first time you play it but i really like it now. we had a blast playing it in 4 player mode. if most reviewers just play it once, i can see them not really liking it.

 

[Penguin]

Yeah expect a 88 or so on MC

I think people will cite the recently released 3DS version.

Maybe note that 8-player is fun, but chaotic. disappointed not more stuff is online.