Lucina, Robin, and Chrom all debuted in Fire Emblem Awakening, a game that was originally released in the U.S. in this year
2012
True to their function in the Mario series, this Assist Trophy sits at the top of the screen, and drops after a short while if an opponent walks under it
Thwomp
The maximum number of fighters a player can have on their team in Squad Strike
5
In the Spirit type triangle, attack Spirits are stronger against this type of Spirit
Grab
The last character to be revealed before the “Everyone Is Here” tagline in the initial Smash Ultimate roster reveal video
Snake
The primary colors worn by the default Mii Brawler, Swordfighter, and Gunner in promotional material
Red (Brawler), Blue (Swordfighter), Yellow (Gunner)
Despite not being her home stage in ARMS, Min Min was given this arena as her home stage in Smash
Spring Stadium
Pokedex #491, known as the Pitch-Black Pokemon, will use Dark Void to put fighters to sleep and damage them when summoned
Darkrai
This baseball-themed game mode has fighters beat up a sandbag before launching it with a bat or an attack of their own
Home-Run Contest
The total number of Spirits that can be on the Spirit Board at any one time
8
After having been attacked by mummies and terrified by Medusa, Luigi has his soul briefly taken by this CastleVania monster, who is then attacked by Simon Belmont
Death
Show me your moves! This directional taunt will play slightly faster if Captain Falcon is facing left and away from the screen
Down Taunt
For his up smash attack, Mr. Game & Watch performs a headbutt while wearing a diver’s helmet, which originates from this game that shares its name with his Final Smash
Octopus
This 3rd party Assist Trophy will remain in the same place as he was summoned while using Sonic Boom projectiles or Flash Kick if opponents get too close
Guile
Yoshi’s Classic Mode revolves around fighting enemies that appear similar to dinosaurs and dragons, meaning he will fight this boss character at the end
Rathalos
In the battle between light and dark, Dharkon’s army consists of puppet fighters and multiple versions of this boss character
Crazy Hand
The character introduction tagline for Isabelle in her trailer, referencing the first game in which she appeared
"Isabelle Turns Over A New Leaf!"
This 2D side-scrolling stage based on an arcade game features various buffs, including character growth and healing if you push a fire hydrant or tree stump
Pac-Land
The opening sequence to this game in the Metroid series became the inspiration for the stage Frigate Orpheon
Metroid Prime
Pokedex #665, the Scatterdust Pokemon, will use Stun Spore when attacked by either friend or foe; if an opponent gets hit, it will stun them for a chance at a follow-up
Spewpa
Players can listen to voice clips, create playlists, and adjust stage music in this auditory Vault sub-menu
Sounds
The only franchise to receive an additional Spirit added to its DLC Spirit Board after the playable character’s initial release
Dragon Quest
Joker had 2 separate trailers for his introduction into Smash, the second being revealed in his character showcase in April 2019, the first being shown at this event
The Game Awards 2018
When crafting tools, this material is second to be used and the first available upgrade in Steve’s arsenal after the default wooden tools
Stone
An alternate costume in Brawl led to this character’s creation in a 3DS game, and he has been in each Smash Bros. entry since, currently an echo fighter
This Assist Trophy will first attack with multiple rapid-fire strikes similar to Kirby’s jab attack, before finishing with Smash Punch or Rising Break
Knuckle Joe
In Online mode, players can host battle arenas with friends, climb towards Elite Smash, or watch replays of previous battles from around the world with this feature mode
Spectate
Some Spirits can only be obtained by merging the core of other Spirits, a process known as this
Summoning
While Sakurai presented some DLC fighters from his home in Fighter’s Pass 2, these 3 were showcased at a recording studio
Sephiroth, Kazuya, Sora
The symbol used for Banjo and Kazooie’s series icon
A jiggy/puzzle piece