15 Indie Characters We d Like To See In Smash Ultimate
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15 Indie Characters We d Like To See In Smash Ultimate
Fan demand for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate characters has never been higher. Here are some indie characters we'd like to see. Fans of have been celebrating (or bemoaning) the controversial-addition of Byleth since the character's release just a couple weeks ago. Regardless of what popular opinion says about the character, now fans are awaiting the next round of additional fighters. Nintendo has announced that six more characters will be coming to Ultimate through this pass. As a result, speculation has abounded, with everyone wanting their favorite character to be added. The developers showed that they are willing to add some curveballs and that the additional fighters don't even need to be from Nintendo games. As a result, here is some indie game representation that could be added, and maybe should. Updated March 8th, 2021 by Michael Christopher: Pyra and Mythra were just added to Smash, preceded by Sephiroth, Steve & Alex, Min Min, and more. Since none of the characters from this list were added, let's add a few more and increase the chances of being right, shall we? THEGAMER VIDEO OF THE DAY Zagreus
Zagreus, from critically-acclaimed dungeon crawler, Hades, is such a good candidate for the Smash roster that the explanation as to why could take an entire post all its own. This Prince of the Underworld is a widely-beloved character from a truly incredible game, and his combat abilities, weapons arsenal, and abilities could offer endless ideas for a Smash moveset. In Hades, Zagreus equips himself with boons from the Olympian gods (and some of the Cthonic gods as well), has access to a small armory's worth of weapons, and fights through hordes of infernal demons to break out of the Underworld. He'd be one of the most fitting additions to Smash in recent years, and it's a shame we probably won't see him, since the Fighter's Pass was allegedly decided before Hades released. Ori
Ori And The Will Of The Wisps Cover Art Ori And Owl Another game widely acclaimed by fans and critics alike is Ori and the Will of the Wisps, a sequel to the original Ori and the Blind Forest. Ori is a small white Spirit Guardian with a few different moves that help them navigate the world and engage in combat. Special attacks could include Kuro's feather, the Light Burst, and the flame abilities Ori has access to for combat. Moon Studios, the makers behind the Ori games, have expressed that they would love to see Ori make it to Smash. We hope so, too! Crewmate Imposter
They've kind of become a meme at this point, but the small little astronauts that serve as the player characters of smash hit Among Us would make for a comical yet fun addition to the Smash roster. Many of the tasks that you have to do around each level could serve as attacks, like connecting wires to zap someone or "depositing" trash onto them. This is a very unlikely addition, but it would be fun. A Final Smash involving an emergency meeting being called and preventing the other players from moving would be hilarious. Raji
Many indie games released in recent years find some of their success by captivating audiences with stunning visuals and fantastic scenery. Raji: An Ancient Epic is one of these games, offering breathtaking vistas and beautiful scenes from start to finish, all themed around Indian mythology, drawn in the Pahari style. The protagonist takes the same name as the game: Raji. She's a tenacious young woman who sports a beautiful red choli and a set of divine weapons. Her acrobatic abilities paired with her small arsenal help her fight in the war against demons, and would translate perfectly into Smash. Zero
Zero is a deadly assassin in a game that is challengingly difficult, Katana Zero. His abilities with a katana are almost unmatched, and he is able to slow time and see the future somewhat. Zero is equipped with Molotov cocktails, throwing knives, smoke bombs, and more, all of which could be incorporated into his moveset. Who doesn't want to see that iconic ponytail and gold-trimmed robe whipping through a Smash stage? Gris
Considered one of the most visually-stunning games of recent years, follows a young woman by the same name as she explores imagination, fear, and finding her voice. It's a gorgeous game with tons to explore and take in as you progress. This young woman could make for a great addition to Smash, giving some representation to an underrated indie game. Gris' moveset could include her ability to morph into stone, her powerful singing, and other elements of her beautiful game. A Final Smash attack could be focused around her star collection, perhaps building the constellation road in some way. The Prisoner
It doesn't matter whether you refer to this thing as the Beheaded, The Prisoner, or The Fallen One. It's the protagonist of another underrated game,, and could be fantastic in Smash. The Prisoner is a large mysterious shadow-humanoid made of some type of gas and possesses a large crystal in the place where its face should be. Being an action game, The Prisoner obviously has a ton of moves that could translate into Smash. It's able to launch its head as an attack and use a large hammer, plus more. The only downside is that it's a playable character in Brawlout, another fighting game like Smash. Cadence
Here's something a little different. Anyone who hasn't played Crypt of the Necrodancer, or its Zelda-themed spinoff, , is seriously missing out. These rhythm games require you to move, attack, and use items to the beat of a song with increasing tempo. They're addicting and super-fun, giving gamers a different way to play. Cadence, the main character of Necrodancer, is a tough fighter with grit and determination. She'd be an amazing addition to Smash, especially since . Using her shovel, dagger, and arsenal of items, she'd dance her way to the top. Meat Boy
Nintendo loves to add characters that are comical or seem likes jokes. Just look at Duck Hunt, Wii Fit Trainer, and more. Because of this, isn't it easy to see Super Meat Boy's titular character on the roster? This hunk of raw meat is the star of the very popular game, whose developers have actually said they would like to see the addition. It would be hard to see a moveset for Meat Boy, considering he mostly just runs and jumps. But, they made the Duck Hunt dog work. The Knight
In recent years, this might be one of the most requested characters by fans. The Knight is the silent protagonist of, which is actually receiving a sequel starring its antagonist, Hornet, soon. The Knight (or Hornet, even) would be a great addition to the Smash roster for several reasons. Being a 2D platformer with a ton of combat options, The Knight's translation to a Smash fighter would be seamless. Utilizing his Nail weapon, he could bring spells, charms, and items with him, like his Monarch Wings, Vengeful Spirit spell, and Howling Wraiths ability. will show what Hornet could look like if she were added instead. Goose
This is a perfect example of a character that is almost guaranteed not to be added, but that hasn't stopped fans from campaigning for it fiercely. The unnamed Goose from the has become a cultural icon in the past year, thanks in part to its relatability in its game as a nuisance-causer without a purpose. Untitled Goose Game , and as a result, many have called for Goose to be added to Smash. It doesn't do much beyond honk, waddle, and bite, but Nintendo could definitely make a moveset for it. Cuphead
Nintendo faked out fans super hard with the addition of a Cuphead Mii costume in one of the many updates to the game. This was infuriating for many, as Cuphead is a long-demanded fighter for the game, rather than just a simple costume. It's been a few years since Cuphead's original release, and it has since been added to the Switch. Many saw this as a sign that there was a good chance for the incredibly-difficult game's star to make it into Nintendo's signature fighting game. It's unlikely now that the costume has been added, but that doesn't stop fans from being hopeful. Madeline
Speaking of extremely difficult games — destroys all hopes and dreams when played. It's insanely-difficult but very addicting, similar to Cuphead. You play as Madeline (the main protagonist is not named Celeste, which many people wrongly think), a young girl who wishes to climb a mountain regardless of the risks or difficulty. Madeline's addition to Smash would be a little more difficult to translate than other characters. She mainly dashes, jumps, and uses the terrain, rather than attacking. However, the crystal spikes, floating sludge, and seekers could be used in some way. Her Final Smash could definitely fuse her and her evil alter ego together, or could somehow utilize the Golden Feathers. Shantae
Few characters have received as much demand as this purple-haired pirate. Shantae, the protagonist of her own series of games, has long been held up as the perfect indie character for Smash, even before Ultimate was in development. Shantae's hair, tiara, boots, and sash are all used in the games, and could be ported with her into Smash, as well as other obvious choices from her fighting arsenal. Shantae was actually made into a spirit in Smash, implying Nintendo acknowledges her as an important character from their library. Shovel Knight
There's an Amiibo, a spirit, an Assist Trophy, and there's endless fan demand. This is all for Shovel Knight, of course, who has long been rumored or asked for in Smash Ultimate. Nintendo seems to not want to add him, though, making him into an Assist Trophy instead. This hasn't stopped the fanbase from being rabid for this blue armor-clad knight with his trusty shovel. After appearing in and it's clear that this guy belongs in a fighting game of some kind. Maybe one day, it'll be Smash.