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{{disambig2|the different CPU modes used throughout the series|a more general look at the AI|Artificial intelligence}}
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'''CPU modes''' are different sets of AI behaviors used in different games throughout the series. Some of these are only accessible through use of the {{SSBM|debug menu}} in ''Melee''.
:''"AIR" redirects here. For the Japanese smasher, see [[Smasher:AIR]].''
'''CPU modes''' are different sets of AI behaviors used by computer players in different games throughout the series. Several are intended for use in [[Training Mode]], while other actions can only be seen performed in various ''[[Melee]]'' [[event match]]es. A few modes are only accessible through the use of ''Melee''{{'}}s {{SSBM|debug menu}}.


{| class="wikitable sortable"
{| class="wikitable sortable"
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! Name !! Description !! Availability !! Debug name (''Melee'')
!width=10%|Name
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!width=60%|Description
| {{Anchor|Attack}} {{Anchor|NORMAL}} Attack
!width=15%|Availability*
| The CPU behaves normally, throwing out attacks and maneuvers. In ''Smash 4'', CPUs set to this mode in Training spam [[projectile]]s and many [[approach attack]]s (such as [[Falcon Kick]]) more often than in other game modes, also being more aggresive at low levels.
!width=15%|''Melee'' Debug menu name
| [[Versus mode]], various single-player modes, [[Training mode]]
| '''CPTP_NORMAL'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Stand}} {{Anchor|Stop}} {{Anchor|STAY}} Stand {{GameIcon|SSB}}{{GameIcon|SSBM}}/<br>Stop {{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}}
| {{Anchor|Stand}} {{Anchor|Stop}} {{Anchor|STAY}} Stand {{GameIcon|SSB}}{{GameIcon|SSBM}}/<br>Stop {{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}}{{GameIcon|SSBU}}
| The CPU will not move, barring some exceptions:
| The CPU will not move and will not make any inputs to defend itself or upon getting hit, barring some exceptions:
*It will still attempt to [[recover]] if hit away from the stage, use an [[edge recovery]] or [[floor recovery]] when necessary (in ''SSB'', the CPU will always wait until the maximum length for the latter case, then use a [[floor attack]]), and get off of [[revival platform]]s.
*It will still attempt to [[recover]] if hit away from the stage, use a standard [[floor recovery]] after being knocked down (in ''SSB'', the CPU will always wait until the maximum length, then use a [[floor attack]]), use a ledge jump [[edge recovery]] when hanging onto a [[ledge]], and jump off of [[revival platform]]s. When recovering, they will still make an attempt to avoid attacks, i.e. delaying a double jump or jumping extra early. In some cases, they may even attack while recovering, such as with [[R.O.B.]]'s [[neutral aerial]].
*When put to [[sleep]] in ''SSB'', it will attack nearby foes right after the sleep ends.
*When put to [[sleep]] in ''SSB'', it will attack nearby foes right after the sleep ends.
*In ''Melee'', a CPU {{SSBM|Zelda}} will use [[Transform]] periodically if not attacked, allowing players to practice against her alter-ego {{SSBM|Sheik}}. Said character will also use Transform in this way.
*When put in an [[Egg Lay|egg]] in ''SSB'', it will use an aerial after breaking out, even if no one is nearby.
*In ''Brawl'', it will still air dodge after being launched in [[tumbling]] state when set to high levels, and will participate in the [[WarioWare, Inc.]] microgames.
*In ''Melee'', a CPU {{SSBM|Zelda}} or {{SSBM|Sheik}} will use [[Transform]] periodically if not attacked, allowing players to practice against either alter-ego form.
| Training mode
*In ''Brawl'', a CPU will still air dodge after being launched in [[tumbling]] state when set to high levels, and will participate in the [[WarioWare, Inc.]] microgames. They may also occasionally react to [[Flinch|non-flinching attacks]].
| Training Mode
| '''CPTP_STAY'''
| '''CPTP_STAY'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Walk}} {{Anchor|WALK}} Walk
| {{Anchor|Walk}} {{Anchor|WALK}} Walk
| The CPU will [[walking|walk]] back and forth across the stage. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand".
| The CPU will [[walking|walk]] back and forth across the stage. Upon encountering obstacles that it cannot traverse, the CPU will reverse directions. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand".
| Training mode, [[Event 19: Peach's Peril]] (''Melee'')
| Training Mode, [[Event 16: Kirby's Air-raid]] (''Melee''), [[Event 19: Peach's Peril]] (''Melee'')
| '''CPTP_WALK'''
| '''CPTP_WALK'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Evade}} {{Anchor|Run}} {{Anchor|ESCAPE}} Evade {{GameIcon|SSB}}{{GameIcon|SSBM}}/<br>Run {{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}}
| {{Anchor|Jump}} {{Anchor|JUMP}} Jump
| The CPU will actively avoid interaction with the player. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand".
| The CPU will constantly single [[jump]] in place. In ''Smash 4'', the CPU will also [[fast fall]] after every jump. Starting with ''Brawl'', the CPU will always jump when hanging on a ledge. Otherwise, it retains the same properties as "Stand".
| Training mode
| Training Mode, [[Event 21: Ice Breaker]] (''Melee'')
| '''CPTP_JUMP'''
 
|-
| {{Anchor|Evade}} {{Anchor|Run}} {{Anchor|ESCAPE}} Evade {{GameIcon|SSB}}{{GameIcon|SSBM}}/<br>Run {{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}}{{GameIcon|SSBU}}
| The CPU will actively run away from and avoid interaction with the player. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand".
| Training Mode
| '''CPTP_ESCAPE'''
| '''CPTP_ESCAPE'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Jump}} {{Anchor|JUMP}} Jump
| {{Anchor|Attack}} {{Anchor|NORMAL}} Attack {{GameIcon|SSB}}{{GameIcon|SSBM}}{{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}} /<br>CPU {{GameIcon|SSBU}}
| The CPU will constantly single [[jump]]. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand". In ''Smash 4'', the CPU will also [[fast fall]] after every jump.
| The CPU will behave normally, throwing out attacks and maneuvers. From ''Brawl'' onwards, the level of the CPU can be chosen at the [[character select screen]]. If the player has placed multiple Training CPUs on the stage, they will be considered on the same team and cannot attack each other.<br/>In ''Smash 4'', CPUs set to this mode in Training spam [[projectile]]s and many [[approach attack]]s (such as [[Falcon Kick]]) more often than in other game modes, also being more aggressive at low levels.
| Training mode, [[Event 21: Ice Breaker]] (''Melee'')
| Training Mode, [[Versus Mode]], the majority of single-player modes
| '''CPTP_JUMP'''
| '''CPTP_NORMAL'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Human}} {{Anchor|Control}} {{Anchor|MANUAL}} Human{{GameIcon|SSBM}}/<br>Control {{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}}
| {{Anchor|Neutral Special}} Neutral Special {{GameIcon|SSBU}}
| The CPU is controlled by human players.
| The CPU will stand in place and repeatedly use their [[neutral special]]. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand".
| Training mode (''Melee'', ''Brawl'', ''Smash 4'' only)
| Training Mode
| '''CPTP_MANUAL'''
| N/A


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Nana}} {{Anchor|NANA}}Nana
| {{Anchor|Side Smash}} Side Smash {{GameIcon|SSBU}}
| The default mode for the partner [[Ice Climbers (SSBM)|Ice Climber]], so that he/she follows the leader, attacks with the leader, etc.  
| The CPU will stand in place and repeatedly use their [[forward smash]], charged for 1 second. It will always use an [[edge attack]] or [[floor attack]] when hanging on a ledge or after landing from a tumble, respectively. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand".
| With Ice Climbers, Debug menu (''Melee'' only)
| Training Mode
| '''CPTP_NANA'''
| N/A


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Defensive}} {{Anchor|DEFENSIVE}} Defensive
| {{Anchor|Human}} {{Anchor|Control}} {{Anchor|MANUAL}} Human{{GameIcon|SSBM}}/<br>Control {{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4-WiiU}}{{GameIcon|SSBU}}
| The CPU will only use defensive tactics, such as [[shield]]s and [[roll]]s.  
| The CPU will be controlled by human players using extra controllers. If multiple Training CPUs are placed on the stage, they will all need separate controllers. As with Attack mode, CPUs cannot hit each other.<br/>In ''Ultimate'', default [[controls]] will always be used for the CPUs, and are unaffected by changes to global control settings.
| Debug menu (''Melee'' only)
| Training Mode (''Melee'' onward only, excluding {{for3ds}})
| '''CPTP_DEFENSIVE'''
| '''CPTP_MANUAL'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Struggle}} {{Anchor|STRUGGLE}} Struggle
| {{Anchor|Special Low Link}} {{Anchor|Special Low Samus}} {{Anchor|SPLWLINK}} {{Anchor|SPLWSAMUS}} Special Low Link, Special Low Samus
| Causes the CPU to attack the nearest opponent, regardless of whether they are a human or a CPU. This is different from normal CPU behavior because a normal CPU will dedicate its attention to human opponents, unless a CPU stands between it and a human, or if there are no human opponents in the match.
| The CPU will constantly and only use their [[down special move]]. Characters set to this mode via the debug menu will even use [[Counter]], [[PSI Magnet]], and [[Rest]], which they [[List of flaws in artificial intelligence (SSBM)|never use]] in any other situations.
| Debug menu (''Melee'' only)
| [[Event 3: Bomb-fest]] (''Melee''). Additionally, a very similar mode is used for various [[Spirit]] Battles in ''Ultimate''.
| '''CPTP_STRUGGLE'''
| '''CPTP_SPLWLINK''', '''CPTP_SPLWSAMUS'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Freak}} {{Anchor|FREAK}} Freak
| {{Anchor|Freak}} {{Anchor|FREAK}} Freak
| Causes the CPU to stay where they are, but attack when an opponent comes near.
| The CPU will stay where they are, but attack when an opponent comes near.
| [[Event 6: Kirbys on Parade]] (''Melee''), Debug menu (''Melee'' only)
| [[Event 6: Kirbys on Parade]] (''Melee'')
| '''CPTP_FREAK'''
| '''CPTP_FREAK'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Cooperate}} {{Anchor|COOPERATE}} Cooperate
| {{Anchor|Item}} {{Anchor|ITEM}} Item
| Causes the CPU to follow the player and attack them.  
| The CPU will attempt to grab all [[item]]s that appear. Otherwise, the CPU is normal.
| Debug menu (''Melee'' only)
| [[Event 7: Pokémon Battle]] (''Melee'')
| '''CPTP_COOPERATE'''
| '''CPTP_ITEM'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Special Low Link}} {{Anchor|Special Low Samus}} {{Anchor|SPLWLINK}} {{Anchor|SPLWSAMUS}} Special Low Link, Special Low Samus
| {{Anchor|Event Zelda}} {{Anchor|EVZELDA}} Event Zelda
| Causes the CPU to only use their [[down special move]] when set to {{SSBM|Link}} and {{SSBM|Samus}} respectively. "SPLW" is an abbreviation of "Special Low", which reflects that the character only uses their down (or "low") special. When this behavior is set to any other characters via the Debug Menu, they will constantly spam their down special in place, using even [[Counter]], [[PSI Magnet]] and [[Rest]], which they [[List of flaws in artificial intelligence (SSBM)|never use]] in any other situations.
| When set to {{SSBM|Zelda}}, the CPU will [[Transform]] into {{SSBM|Sheik}} more often.  
| [[Event 3: Bomb-fest]] (''Melee''), Debug menu (''Melee'' only)
| [[Event 9: Hide 'n' Sheik]] (''Melee'')
| '''CPTP_SPLWLINK''', '''CPTP_SPLWSAMUS'''
| '''CPTP_EVZELDA'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Only Item}} {{Anchor|ONLYITEM}} Only Item
| {{Anchor|Only Item}} {{Anchor|ONLYITEM}} Only Item
| Causes the CPU to only use [[item]]s, as opposed to using any other [[attack]]s.  
| The CPU will only use [[item]]s, as opposed to using any other [[attack]]s.  
| [[Event 37: Legendary Pokémon]] (''Melee''), Debug menu (''Melee'' only)
| [[Event 37: Legendary Pokémon]] (''Melee'')
| '''CPTP_ONLYITEM'''
| '''CPTP_ONLYITEM'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Event Zelda}} {{Anchor|EVZELDA}} Event Zelda
| {{Anchor|Nana}} {{Anchor|NANA}} Nana
| Causes {{SSBM|Zelda}} to transform into {{SSBM|Sheik}} more often. It is presumed to stand for "Event Zelda".  
| The CPU will follow the leader, attack with the leader, etc. As the name implies, this is the default mode for the partner [[Ice Climbers (SSBM)|Ice Climber]].
| [[Event 9: Hide 'n' Sheik]] (''Melee''), Debug menu (''Melee'' only)
| Ice Climbers partner
| '''CPTP_EVZELDA'''
| '''CPTP_NANA'''
 
|-
| {{Anchor|Defensive}} {{Anchor|DEFENSIVE}} Defensive
| The CPU will escape and use defensive tactics, such as [[shield]]s and [[roll]]s, and occasionally fend off nearby enemies with grabs and normals.
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| '''CPTP_DEFENSIVE'''
 
|-
| {{Anchor|Struggle}} {{Anchor|STRUGGLE}} Struggle
| The CPU will attack the nearest opponent, regardless of whether they are a human or a CPU. This is different from normal CPU behavior, as a normal CPU will dedicate its attention to human opponents, unless a CPU stands between it and a human, or if there are no human opponents in the match.
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| '''CPTP_STRUGGLE'''
 
|-
| {{Anchor|Cooperate}} {{Anchor|COOPERATE}} Cooperate
| In team matches, the CPU will follow teammates and otherwise attack opponents.
If the match is a free-for-all or all teammates have been knocked out, the CPU will act much the same as in "Attack", except that the CPU will now dash when the enemy is out of reach.
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| '''CPTP_COOPERATE'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|No Action}} {{Anchor|NOACT}} No Action
| {{Anchor|No Action}} {{Anchor|NOACT}} No Action
| Causes the CPU to do absolutely nothing. This is not to be confused with "Stand", in which the CPU will still attempt to [[recover]] if knocked off.  
| The CPU will do absolutely nothing.
| Debug menu (''Melee'' only)
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| '''CPTP_NOACT'''
| '''CPTP_NOACT'''


|-
|-
| {{Anchor|Air}} {{Anchor|AIR}} Air
| {{Anchor|Air}} {{Anchor|AIR}} Air
| Causes the CPU to use only [[short hop]]s instead of full jumps, though it will also use them more often when approaching the player.  
| The CPU will use only [[short hop]]s instead of full jumps on grounded opponents. It will also use them more often when approaching. On top of that, it will edgeguard more aggressively, now using aerials offstage.  
| Debug menu (''Melee'' only)
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| '''CPTP_AIR'''
| '''CPTP_AIR'''
|-
| {{Anchor|Item}} {{Anchor|ITEM}} Item
| Causes the CPU to attempt to grab all [[item]]s that appear. Otherwise, the CPU is normal.
| [[Event 7: Pokémon Battle]] (''Melee''), Debug menu (''Melee'' only)
| '''CPTP_ITEM'''
|}
|}
<small>*All modes are available via the ''Melee'' debug menu.</small>


==Gallery==
==Gallery==

Latest revision as of 15:44, March 3, 2023

This article is about the different CPU modes used throughout the series. For a more general look at the AI, see Artificial intelligence.
"AIR" redirects here. For the Japanese smasher, see Smasher:AIR.

CPU modes are different sets of AI behaviors used by computer players in different games throughout the series. Several are intended for use in Training Mode, while other actions can only be seen performed in various Melee event matches. A few modes are only accessible through the use of Melee's debug menu.

Name Description Availability* Melee Debug menu name
Stand Super Smash Bros.Super Smash Bros. Melee/
Stop Super Smash Bros. BrawlSuper Smash Bros. 4Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 		The CPU will not move and will not make any inputs to defend itself or upon getting hit, barring some exceptions:
  • It will still attempt to recover if hit away from the stage, use a standard floor recovery after being knocked down (in SSB, the CPU will always wait until the maximum length, then use a floor attack), use a ledge jump edge recovery when hanging onto a ledge, and jump off of revival platforms. When recovering, they will still make an attempt to avoid attacks, i.e. delaying a double jump or jumping extra early. In some cases, they may even attack while recovering, such as with R.O.B.'s neutral aerial.
  • When put to sleep in SSB, it will attack nearby foes right after the sleep ends.
  • When put in an egg in SSB, it will use an aerial after breaking out, even if no one is nearby.
  • In Melee, a CPU Zelda or Sheik will use Transform periodically if not attacked, allowing players to practice against either alter-ego form.
  • In Brawl, a CPU will still air dodge after being launched in tumbling state when set to high levels, and will participate in the WarioWare, Inc. microgames. They may also occasionally react to non-flinching attacks.
 Training Mode CPTP_STAY
Walk The CPU will walk back and forth across the stage. Upon encountering obstacles that it cannot traverse, the CPU will reverse directions. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand". Training Mode, Event 16: Kirby's Air-raid (Melee), Event 19: Peach's Peril (Melee) CPTP_WALK
Jump The CPU will constantly single jump in place. In Smash 4, the CPU will also fast fall after every jump. Starting with Brawl, the CPU will always jump when hanging on a ledge. Otherwise, it retains the same properties as "Stand". Training Mode, Event 21: Ice Breaker (Melee) CPTP_JUMP
Evade Super Smash Bros.Super Smash Bros. Melee/
Run Super Smash Bros. BrawlSuper Smash Bros. 4Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 		The CPU will actively run away from and avoid interaction with the player. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand". Training Mode CPTP_ESCAPE
Attack Super Smash Bros.Super Smash Bros. MeleeSuper Smash Bros. BrawlSuper Smash Bros. 4 /
CPU Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 		The CPU will behave normally, throwing out attacks and maneuvers. From Brawl onwards, the level of the CPU can be chosen at the character select screen. If the player has placed multiple Training CPUs on the stage, they will be considered on the same team and cannot attack each other.
In Smash 4, CPUs set to this mode in Training spam projectiles and many approach attacks (such as Falcon Kick) more often than in other game modes, also being more aggressive at low levels. 		Training Mode, Versus Mode, the majority of single-player modes CPTP_NORMAL
Neutral Special Super Smash Bros. Ultimate The CPU will stand in place and repeatedly use their neutral special. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand". Training Mode N/A
Side Smash Super Smash Bros. Ultimate The CPU will stand in place and repeatedly use their forward smash, charged for 1 second. It will always use an edge attack or floor attack when hanging on a ledge or after landing from a tumble, respectively. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand". Training Mode N/A
HumanSuper Smash Bros. Melee/
Control Super Smash Bros. BrawlSuper Smash Bros. for Wii USuper Smash Bros. Ultimate 		The CPU will be controlled by human players using extra controllers. If multiple Training CPUs are placed on the stage, they will all need separate controllers. As with Attack mode, CPUs cannot hit each other.
In Ultimate, default controls will always be used for the CPUs, and are unaffected by changes to global control settings. 		Training Mode (Melee onward only, excluding Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS) CPTP_MANUAL
Special Low Link, Special Low Samus The CPU will constantly and only use their down special move. Characters set to this mode via the debug menu will even use Counter, PSI Magnet, and Rest, which they never use in any other situations. Event 3: Bomb-fest (Melee). Additionally, a very similar mode is used for various Spirit Battles in Ultimate. CPTP_SPLWLINK, CPTP_SPLWSAMUS
Freak The CPU will stay where they are, but attack when an opponent comes near. Event 6: Kirbys on Parade (Melee) CPTP_FREAK
Item The CPU will attempt to grab all items that appear. Otherwise, the CPU is normal. Event 7: Pokémon Battle (Melee) CPTP_ITEM
Event Zelda When set to Zelda, the CPU will Transform into Sheik more often. Event 9: Hide 'n' Sheik (Melee) CPTP_EVZELDA
Only Item The CPU will only use items, as opposed to using any other attacks. Event 37: Legendary Pokémon (Melee) CPTP_ONLYITEM
Nana The CPU will follow the leader, attack with the leader, etc. As the name implies, this is the default mode for the partner Ice Climber. Ice Climbers partner CPTP_NANA
Defensive The CPU will escape and use defensive tactics, such as shields and rolls, and occasionally fend off nearby enemies with grabs and normals. Melee debug menu only CPTP_DEFENSIVE
Struggle The CPU will attack the nearest opponent, regardless of whether they are a human or a CPU. This is different from normal CPU behavior, as a normal CPU will dedicate its attention to human opponents, unless a CPU stands between it and a human, or if there are no human opponents in the match. Melee debug menu only CPTP_STRUGGLE
Cooperate In team matches, the CPU will follow teammates and otherwise attack opponents.

If the match is a free-for-all or all teammates have been knocked out, the CPU will act much the same as in "Attack", except that the CPU will now dash when the enemy is out of reach.

Melee debug menu only CPTP_COOPERATE
No Action The CPU will do absolutely nothing. Melee debug menu only CPTP_NOACT
Air The CPU will use only short hops instead of full jumps on grounded opponents. It will also use them more often when approaching. On top of that, it will edgeguard more aggressively, now using aerials offstage. Melee debug menu only CPTP_AIR

*All modes are available via the Melee debug menu.

Gallery[edit]

  • A CPU Link evading.

    A CPU Link evading.

  • The Evade mode in SSB 64's training mode.

    The Evade mode in SSB 64's training mode.

  • A CPU Luigi in Evade mode.

    A CPU Luigi in Evade mode.

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