King Dedede (SSBU)

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King Dedede in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Universe	Kirby
Other playable appearances	in Brawl in SSB4
Availability	Unlockable
Final Smash	Dede-Rush

King Dedede (デデデ, Dedede) is a playable character in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. He was confirmed on June 12th, 2018.

Changes from Super Smash Bros. 4

Aesthetics

• As with all veterans returning from SSB4, King Dedede's model features a more subdued color scheme. His robes and obi exhibit simple detailing, similar to Brawl. His model otherwise appears unchanged.
• Subtle textural changes to the stars on his hammer give the illusion that they protrude slightly, as depicted in his official artwork.
• Like many other characters, King Dedede is more expressive, both with his face and especially his movements.
• King Dedede now drums his belly while performing his down taunt.

Ground moves

• King Dedede can turn around while crouching to do his Down tilt in the other direction.

Aerial moves

• Neutral aerial now causes King Dedede's belly to wobble around during the move.
• King Dedede has a new forward aerial which is now a hammer thrust.
• King Dedede has a new back aerial which is now a horizontal hammer swing.

Throws/other moves

• Down throw has an altered animation, with him slamming his opponent face-first onto the ground.

Special moves

• King Dedede now has the ability to inhale and spit back Gordos from Gordo Throw.
• The Gordos spawned by Gordo Throw have smaller pupils and animated spines.
• King Dedede has a new Final Smash. The Final Smash features King Dedede taking his "Masked Dedede" appearance from Kirby Super Star Ultra before trapping opponents inside of a cage as he attacks them with a barrage of missiles and his Jet Hammer. This is an improvement compared to his Final Smash in Smash 4, as it previously allowed victims to air dodge out of it.

Gallery

Character Showcase Video

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