You might be aware by now that it’s only a matter of days until Super Smash Bros. Brawl is unleashed across Europe. Stacked with familiar faces from the world of Nintendo and beyond, the action-packed fighter promises to be the biggest brawler yet!

But just how much do you know about what to expect when Super Smash Bros. Brawl does arrive on a shop shelf near you? Check out the facts below to learn a little more about the Smash Bros. franchise and discover what’s in store when you take your place at the Brawl.

Quick Smash Facts

Super Smash Bros. Brawl is the third game in the Smash Bros. series. The original Super Smash Bros. was released on Nintendo 64 across Europe in 1999 and was followed three years later by Super Smash Bros. Melee for Nintendo GameCube.  

Super Smash Bros. Brawl features no less than 49 different items at your disposal in battle. From the fiery Superspicy Curry to the all-conquering Smash Ball, you’ll want to grab whatever you can to gain an edge over your opponents.

There are plenty of spectacular stages to see in Smash Bros. Brawl, but if you need a new challenge, why not design your own? The Stage Builder option lets you create your dream fighting arena and share it with friends via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.

As well as inviting you to go toe-to-toe with up to three other players for some classic Smash action, Super Smash Bros. Brawl features a number of mini-games to help you hone your fighting skills. Between the Home-Run Contest, the Multi-Man Brawl, and Target Smash!!, you’ll find plenty of zany ways to put your Smash technique to the test!

Smash Bros. Brawl features an extensive soundtrack that includes re-interpreted songs from classic video games and brand new compositions. Close to 40 composers worked together to create the final collection of songs. With the game’s My Music feature, you can enjoy the music of the many musicians any way you like.

Super Smash Bros. Brawl is in shops 27 June, only on Wii.