A rush for customization items and power-ups will be the highlight of a new multiplayer mode exclusive to Super Smash Bros. 3DS, series creator Masahiro Sakurai revealed in the Smash Bros. Nintendo Direct.
"Smash Run" will give up to four players 5 minutes to simultaneously scramble through a mish-mash dungeon in search of tokens to boost their fighter's stats. These power-ups can boost speed, jumping ability, normal attack power, special attack power, and throwing power. Once time is up, players will face off in a standard brawl.
Along the way, players will face a menagerie of enemies from Smash Bros.' represented series. A different arrangement of baddies will appear each time, and additional events may augment the mode in ways such as maximizing fighters' jumps from the outset or sending volleys of Bullet Bills after them. Players can also equip themselves with items before heading into the fray.
Fans of Kirby Air Ride may feel reminiscent of that game's City Trial mode when playing Smash Run. Sakurai noted that he was directly inspired by that particular mode from the past:
I created that game a while ago, and thought I'd unearth a piece of it and use it in Smash Bros.
Smash Run looks set to add a unique, frenetic aspect to Smash Bros. multiplayer mode. Do you see yourself becoming a fan of its smash and grab style of play?
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Seems like the 3DS is getting some nice content,.. anywho this looks like a fun idea to use... hope many will play it as much as I will
I loved City Trial in Kirby Air Ride. This has me so excited.
I get bored just fighting with a friend, so I think this will make things more interesting.
I'm super excited about this. I was hoping they'd announce something for this game that made it more than just a fighter. To me, this little bit of platforming/dungeon crawling dash is exactly what the game needed!
This new mode sounds awesome, and it would break up the monotonous nature of just fighting all the time. I'm even more eager to try out the Nintendo 3DS version now though I imagine the Wii U version will have its own special features/modes.
This looks cool going to be a great game....I wonder what type of mode they have for WiiU
This mode actually looks pretty fun! I do wonder if you can play with a friend versus the ai and if that is the case it would be superb! That being said I hope the classic stage-based mode from previous entries will make a return as well, since I put quite a bit of play time in those too!
I hope I can play this in some way single player. (Otherwise don't think I will get to play it that much). Think it was stated as specific local multiplayer only though.
I just came back from playing City Trial with my sister. After seeing that I just HAD to play some! City Trial is my most favorite multiplayer game of all time, and I've been wanting a sequel for a LONG time! I am so excited for this!
This is such a great idea, now I have to get this version. Really hope the Wii U gets it's own exclusive mode.
Sounds like COD Ghosts Squad mode
I really hope this mode can be played with online friends D:
@iphys - Don't worry, 4 players and this new item will help.
curious to see what the Wii U will get for a gamemode. Probably will be revealed at E3
Looks unique and very fun!
The online mode appears to have much improved. Will now buy this and Wii U version.
Hope available online.
The moment I thought this I thought "This is so Sakurai! This is City Trial from Kirby Air Ride" I love the idea.
I'm really happy to see they are making efforts to differentiate the two versions of the game rather than just having the 3DS version be a lesser after-thought.
This is awesome. In my opinion the best thing in the direct maybe rivaled by the better online.
This looks like it's going to be a really awesome mode. I'm extremely excited for this game.
Couldn't be more excited about this mode.
I'm a bit sad this mode won't be in the wii u version, this looks really fun but I don't want to play this game on a 3ds at all.
@rylo151
Totally agree, this game mode looks incredible! Wish it was on console
I wonder what kind of exclusive modes will the Wii U get instead...
Reminds me of a MOBA in the whole preparation aspect of it. Seems a bit odd for a portable. Then again, matches are going to at most 8 or 9 minutes.
It's pretty interesting, but I can't see myself playing that often. Still, I'm glad it's there, and I'll definitely try it out.
This is awesome! I was giddy as can be when I saw the kremlings in there! I am hoping this has Download Play functionality, as it would be good when our family drives down from out of town. (All my nieces and nephews have a 3DS). This mode looks extremely fun and unique!
I'm not sure i'll use this mode too often, it does look cool though.
Yes! 3ds version now with more EPIC!!!
NOTE: All powerup stat increases cap at 1000.
BUT if u r playing as goku your stats will always be...
I'm really excited for this mode!
I'm getting the 3DS version for sure now.
is this mode online? won't get to play it much if not.
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