Mario (SSB4)

Mario in Super Smash Bros. 4
Universe	Mario
Other playable appearances	in SSB in Melee in Brawl
Availability	Starter
Final Smash	Mario Finale

Mario (マリオ, Mario) is a playable character in Super Smash Bros. 4. He was confirmed on June 11th, 2013 during the E3 2013 Nintendo Direct. He was also one of the main subjects of the Developer's Direct for Smash Bros. later during E3 2013. He was among the first wave of amiibo figurines for SSB4. Mario is once again voiced by Charles Martinet, who also reprises his long-time role as Luigi, Wario, and Waluigi, albeit mostly with the same voice clips from Super Smash Bros. Brawl.

Moveset

		Name	Damage	Description
Neutral attack			2.5%	Mario jabs with one fist, his other fist, and then finishes with a forward kick. Originates from Super Mario 64.
			2.5%
			4%
Forward tilt			7%	Mario performs a roundhouse kick.
Up tilt			5.5%	Mario performs a spinning uppercut from Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars. Infamous for comboing into itself until around 50% and being very hard to escape.
Down tilt			5% (foot), 7% (body)	Mario sweeps with his leg low to the ground.
Dash attack			8% (clean), 6% (late)	Mario slides forward and kicks with both feet as done in Super Mario 64. Can combo into Up B at low %s.
Forward smash	↗		17.85% (fire), 14.7% (arm)	Mario thrusts his arm forward and produces a small blast of fire. It is larger than in previous installments. Angled up it K.O.s at 99% sweetspotted and 118% sour, unangled at 105% sweet and 124% sour, and angled down at 101% sweet and 120% sour.
	→		17% (fire), 14% (arm)
	↘		17.51% (fire), 14.42% (arm)
Up smash			14%	Mario performs a strong headbutt skyward. K.O.s at 123% and up from the middle of FD.
Down smash			10% (front), 12% (back)	Mario performs a breakdance sweep that originated from Super Mario 64. Front hit K.O.s at 162% and up from the middle of FD. Back hit K.O.s at 133% and up from the middle of FD.
Neutral aerial			8% (clean), 5% (late)	Mario does a sex kick similar to a move from Super Mario 64. K.O.s at the edge at 163%.
Forward aerial			12% (early), 14% (clean), 10% (late)	Mario swings his fist forward and initiates a meteor smash upon impact. Sourspot can also K.O. horizontally near the edge at 140%.
Back aerial			10.5% (clean), 7% (late)	Mario spins and kicks backward. It appears to be based on his original forward aerial from Super Smash Bros. for the Nintendo 64. K.O.s at 127% near the edge.
Up aerial			7%	Mario performs a somersault and kicks backward. Great juggler and combo move, can K.O. near the upper blastline above 140%.
Down aerial		Mario Tornado	1% (hits 1-5), 5% (hit 6), 2% (landing)	Mario spins with both both fists outward. It was one of Mario's special moves up until Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Good combo and anti juggler move, can K.O. near the upper blastline above 140%.
Grab			—	Mario's grab range is relatively short.
Pummel			3.25%	Headbutts opponent.
Forward throw			8%	Mario spins his opponent around once and tosses the opponent forward.
Back throw			11% (throw), 8% (collateral)	A powerful throw that has Mario spinning the opponent three times and throwing the opponent in the opposite direction grabbed. Originates from Super Mario 64. Can K.O. reliably below 150% near the edge.
Up throw			7%	Mario throws his opponent high into the air with both hands. Good throw for fastfallers.
Down throw			5%	Mario slams his opponent into the ground. This throw can be followed up with several options, most notably up tilt and up smash.
Forward roll Back roll Spot dodge Air dodge		—	—
Techs		—	—
Floor attack (front) Floor getups (front)			7%	Gets up then kicks behind him, then in front of him.
Floor attack (back) Floor getups (back)			7%	Gets up then punches behind him, then in front of him.
Floor attack (trip) Floor getups (trip)			5%	Kicks behind him, then in front of him while getting up.
Edge attack Edge getups			7%	Does a somersault and then kicks upwards from a laying down position.
Neutral special	Default	Fireball	5% (early), 4% (late)	Mario fires a weak, bouncy ball of flames that is shot from his hand as a projectile.
	Custom 1	Fast Fireball	3% (early), 2.3% (mid), 1.5% (late)	Mario quickly fires a weak ball of flame directly forward, akin to a shot from the Ray Gun. It does not bounce on the ground.
	Custom 2	Fire Orb	1.5% per hit	A slow but large orb of fire is launched from Mario's hand in an arc. It will damage any opponent it hits in its predetermined path until it fades away, because unlike the other two variants of Fireball it does not disappear upon impact.
Side special	Default	Cape	7%	Mario swings a defensive cape that reflects projectiles and enemies. It can also be used as a brief but continuously available recovery.
	Custom 1	Shocking Cape	11.2%	An offensive variant of Cape that shoots electricity. It cannot be used to reflect projectiles, although it can destroy them on contact.
	Custom 2	Gust Cape	5%	Mario shoots a small gust of wind from his cape, pushing his opponent back in addition to turning them around. The cape deals slightly less damage.
Up special	Default	Super Jump Punch	5% (hit 1), 1% (hits 2-5), 3% (hit 6)	Mario performs a rising uppercut that releases aesthetic coins from those it hits.
	Custom 1	Super Jump	0%	A recovery giving more distance than the standard Super Jump Punch, at the cost of not having a hitbox.
	Custom 2	Explosive Punch	8% (hit 1), 13% (hit 2)	A much stronger recovery move that causes explosive fire damage instead of releasing star coins. However, it covers far less distance than the standard Super Jump Punch.
Down special	Default	F.L.U.D.D.	0%	Mario pulls out F.L.U.D.D. from Super Mario Sunshine, which will blast jets of water to push back opponents, but not damage them. Mario can change the angle of the stream.
	Custom 1	Scalding F.L.U.D.D.	1.2% per hit	The jets of water fired are now extremely hot, and hence have steam emitting from them. It deals rapid fire damage that keep the enemy in place rather than pushing them back. It charges 40% faster at the expense of range.
	Custom 2	High-Pressure F.L.U.D.D.	0%	The water will push back foes further than the normal F.L.U.D.D. and does so with more force, but takes 60% longer to charge.
Final Smash		Mario Finale	3% (bigger fireball), 2% (smaller fireball)	Mario's final smash from Super Smash Bros. Brawl. He shoots a massive, continuous tornado of flames horizontally across the stage.

Taunts

• Transforms into Super Mario as if he obtained a Super Mushroom. He immediately shrinks back to normal size afterwards. It is based on Super Mario Bros.
• Takes off his hat, twirls around, and says "Hoo-hoo!" He then puts his hat back on. It is based on New Super Mario Bros., where he does the same pose after reaching the top of a level's flag.
• Spins in the air and falls to the ground with his legs in the air. This is a referene to his dying animation from Donkey Kong.

On-Screen Appearance

A green Warp Pipe appears. Mario leaps out in an iconic pose and shouts "Let's-a go!".

Idle Poses

• Moves his head from left to right and holds his fist in front of his face.
• Moves his hat.

Victory Fanfare

A flourished remix directly from Brawl based on the sound clip that would play when Mario reaches the end of a level in Super Mario Bros. It is shared with Luigi, Peach, and Dr. Mario.

Victory Poses

• Makes fire explode from his palm and strikes a pose.
• Winds up for a punch and steps forward while punching in front of the screen.
• Does a short spin-jump and lands in a strong-man pose. It originates from his "character chosen" animation in Super Smash Bros..

In Competitive Play

Official Custom Moveset Project

Character	Custom sets available
Mario	2312	2332	2212	2232	1312
	1313	1332	1212	1213	2213

Notable players

•  Ally
•  Dark Wizzy
•  Nyani
•  Squeak
•  Viva

Trophies

Mario

As iconic as iconic gets, this gaming celebrity is known for saving the world from Bowser. He's got amazing jumping skills and makes use of a wide range of transformations. In his free time, he plays too many sports to count. In Smash Bros., he's a well-rounded fighter you can rely on. Say it with me: "It's-a me, Mario!"

It's-a him! Maaario! Whether he's wearing one of his special outfits or just his normal blue dungarees, this running, jumping, Bowser-bashing, princess-saving hero is an all-round superstar. And in this game, he's got enough tricks up his sleeve to deal with anything. If you don't know which fighter to pick, Mario's a solid choice.

: Donkey Kong Classics 09/1988

: Super Mario Bros. 10/1985

Mario (Alt.)

Super Jump Punch is an up-special move that lets you leap high into the air, carrying any fighters you strike along with you. You'll be invincible for a moment after you launch this attack. The default side-special move, Cape, will flip a fighter around. Keep a foe from returning with this move!

Mario's Super Jump Punch takes you high into the air, and if you catch an opponent with it, they'll go up with you. Try to hit them at the very start of the move to do the most damage. His default side special, Cape, can flip fighters around. If you're really crafty, you can even use it to keep someone from getting back on the stage!

: Donkey Kong Classics 09/1988

: Super Mario Bros. 10/1985

Mario Finale

Break the Smash Ball and unleash Mario's Final Smash. Mario will fire a devastating blast of fire in the direction he's facing. The attack covers a wide range and travels far, so it's best to fire this from one side of the stage to the other. The damage is impressive, and it can actually carry foes right off the screen!

When Mario gets his hands on a Smash Ball, he can activate this Final Smash. Flames spiral outwards in two intertwining stream, catching opponents in the wide blast with ease. It deals plenty of damage, and can also push foes off the screen entirely. Fire it from an elevated position to take full advantage of its vertical range!

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  Classic (3DS)

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  Alt. (3DS)

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  Classic (Wii U)

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  Alt. (Wii U)

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  Mario Finale

In Event Matches

Solo Events

• All-Star Battle: Regulars: Mario is one of the opponents fought in this event. All opponents are starters from the original Super Smash Bros. game.
• Below the Belt: Mario must protect a damaged Little Mac from a giant Little Mac.
• Family Ties: The player controls Bowser Jr., who is aided by a giant Bowser, and must defeat Mario and Luigi.
• Oh Yeah, Luigi Time!: A giant Mario serves as an ally to Luigi, who must defeat a giant Wario.
• Princess Punch-Up!: Mario and Peach are opponents in a stock battle against Zelda and Link.
• The FINAL Final Battle: The player must defeat Mario, alongside Sonic, Mega Man, and Pac-Man.
• The Original Heavyweights: Mario must defeat Bowser and Donkey Kong.
• Wrecking Mario: Mario must destroy all of the building on Wrecking Crew.

Co-op Events

• 1988: Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong must defeat 3 Marios, each one larger than the last.
• A Lurking Menace: Mario and Luigi must defeat Bowser Jr. After some time, a giant Bowser will appear and the players must defeat him as well.
• Flat Fracas: A shadow Mario and a giant shadow Donkey Kong are opponents fought by Wario and Mr. Game & Watch.
• Solidarity: Olimar and Rosalina & Luma must defeat Mario and Luigi. When they are defeated, Bowser and Bowser Jr. must be defeated as well.
• The Ultimate Battle: Two players select a character and must defeat the entire roster.
• Wrecking Bros.: Mario and Luigi must destroy all of the building on Wrecking Crew. Wario and King Dedede will try to stop the players.

Alternate costumes

Gallery

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  Mario in the Nintendo Direct from April 8th, 2014.

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  Alternate artwork. (Without fireball.)

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  Mario's amiibo.

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  Neutral aerial.

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  Up aerial.

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  Mario finishing his forward tilt.

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  Cape.

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  Back aerial.

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  Side taunt, after KOing Luigi.

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  Mario and Luigi jumping.

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  Mario, Sonic, and Mega Man on Battlefield.

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  Mario and Luigi in a section of the Super Mario 3D Land stage.

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  Mario meteor smashes Kirby with his forward aerial.

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  Mario, Pikachu, Bowser and Pit on a red plane in Wuhu Island.

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  Mario's Fireball colliding with Sonic's neutral attack.

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  Mario and Luigi both staring at each other.

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  Mario, Peach, and Rosalina.

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  Facing Kirby, Samus and Toon Link.

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  Mario's F.L.U.D.D. being deflected by Rosalina.

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  Mario in Smash Run.

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  Mario air dodging with Mega Man

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  Mario with Mega Man's dog, Rush.

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  Mario jumping with the Wii Fit Trainer

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  Fox jumping near Mario.

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  Mario and an Orne in the 3DS version.

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  Mario in an outfit based on NES Open Tournament Golf.

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  F.L.U.D.D. in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS.

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  Scalding F.L.U.D.D.

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  Mario using the High-Pressure FLUDD in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS

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  Fast Fireball.

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  Fire Orb.

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  Super Jump.

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  Explosive Punch.

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  Shocking Cape.

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  Gust Cape.

Trivia

• Based on hitbox data, the Super Jump Punch making a different sound on the final hit seems to have been intended to be in all three previous games.
• A glitch from 1.0.7 shows when Mario performs his side taunt, his hair is missing when taking off his cap, revealing the inside of his head.