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Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Super Smash Bros. Brawl Box Art - Front

Back of Box

Super Smash Bros. Brawl Box Art - Back

Developer: Sora Ltd., Game Arts
Publisher: Nintendo
Platform: Wii
Release: March 9, 2008

User Manual

Summary

The most anticipated sequel Nintendo's ever had with a hype cycle like no other. A roster of 35 characters broke gaming barriers, while transforming the series into a more casual affair. A celebration of the medium that set the bar.

Acquisition

At the time of its release, we lived in St. John of the U.S.V.I. Coincidentally (and thankfully), my mom was visiting her aunt in Florida the week the game came out. She bought a copy at Target and came home two or three days later. I rushed down stairs said a quick hi and asked which suitcase had Brawl inside. The day was gone from there.

Memories

Another formative game with too many memories to really count or catalog. Most importantly, this is the game that introduced me to online communities, friends, and creating. I wouldn't be podcasting, writing, or connected to so many folks without this game.

The late nights, Subspace Emissary marathon, all clocks, and Project M. A monumental game that deserves all the credit.

Related Posts

I want to specifically call out my podcast episode celebrating Brawl's 15th anniversary. It still is what I consider the best podcast I have ever made.

Versions

Miscellaneous

  • Iwata's Announcement at E3 2005
    • Satoru Iwata's famous power move to pressure Masahiro Sakurai into making a Smash Bros. game for the Wii.
  • The Dojo
    • The premiere daily blog for official updates regarding Super Smash Bros. Brawl.
  • Show Me Your News!
    • If you ever want to time travel back to the hype cycle, this show is the way to do it.
  • E3 2006 Trailer
    • One of the greatest trailers ever made.
  • Sonic Trailer
    • If you are going to delay a game, this is how you do it.
  • Soundtrack
    • Still listen to this to this day.