Whether a newSuper Smash Brosgame is on the horizon or not, the subject of who should be included in the all-star brawler is always up for debate. With the most recent DLC forSuper Smash Bros Ultimate, some true gaming icons made theirSmashdebut. With Sora, Banjo-Kazooie, and Minecraft Steve in, it’s hard to imagine who couldn’t make it.
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These video game characters stretch the histories of both Nintendo and third-party games. Some of them are pop culture tentpoles, despite never appearing on a Nintendo console, while others are more recent legends-in-the-making. Nevertheless, they would definitely create a lot of hype in theSmash Brosfandom if they were included.
10ATLAS & P-body
ThePortalseries is one of the most critically-acclaimed video game franchises of all time, despite having only two titles.Portal 2was originally released in 2011, four years after its predecessor. The game has since seen ports on most consoles,including Nintendo Switch as recently as June 2022, making it a prime candidate for the nextSmashtitle.
While the player character Chell may be the obvious choice, the co-op characters ATLAS and P-body may fit theSmash Brosmold better. These two could either operate similarly to Ice Climbers or even just be alternate skins of each other. Nevertheless, getting to utilize portals in battle could result in some pretty interesting ways to confuse one’s opponents.
9Tetris Block
Tetrisis one of the most famous video games ever created, originally rising to popularity in 1989 on the NES. The series has seen worldwide success and even has a few musical tracks appear inSuper Smash Bros. However, the series has never had a flagship character that would make for a good representative of this iconic gaming series.
That hasn’t stoppedSmash Brosfans from being creative. Over the years, the internet has debated how a Tetris Block could work as a character inSuper Smash Bros. It may seem near impossible to give the Tetris Block a personality and diverse moveset, but Nintendo’s done it with the Duck Hunt Dog, a Piranha Plant, and even the NES toy R.O.B.
8Tracer
There are many characters from the popular multiplayer shooterOverwatchwho would make worthy additions to theSmashroster. However, if Nintendo were to add a character, it’s reasonable they would go with the game’s mascot, Tracer. This former British pilot is not only charismatic but possesses a unique ability that could make her stand out inSmash.
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InOverwatch, Tracer has been desynchronized from the flow of time, allowing her to rewind back and forth to outmaneuver her opponents. Similar to Bayonetta’s Witch Time or Shulk’s Vision, Tracer could potentially reverse opponents' damage to her in the heat of battle. It would also make Tracer one ofSmash’s few canon LGBT characters.
7Blanka
TheStreet Fighterfranchise already has two representatives inSmash: Ryu and his Echo Fighter, Ken. There are plenty of other characters from the franchise who would make perfectSmash Broscandidates, from Chun-Li to Cammy, to Dhalsim. However, the spot should go toone of the most unique characters fromStreet Fighter, Blanka.
Aside from being a green-skinned, mutated man, Blanka’s abilities include generating electricity. Like Ryu and Ken, Blanka’s moveset could be entirely derived from hisStreet Fightermove pool. Suffice it to say, it’s easy to imagine Blanka squaring off against Pikachu or Robin in a battle of thunder-summoningSmashfighters.
6Monster Hunter
Capcom already has severalSmash Brosrepresentatives, with Mega Man, Ryu, and Ken. There are plenty of more Capcom characters who would work well in a fighting game, and they have with theMarvel vs Capcomseries. Many of them would be great additions toSmash Bros, like Amaterasu fromŌkamior Phoenix Wright fromAce Attorney.
However, one potential character already has representation inSuper Smash Bros: the Hunter fromMonster Hunter. The popular franchise has music tracks, Mii Costumes, and a boss character in Rathalos. A Monster Hunter, complete with alternate costumes anda variety of weapons to use, would make for a well-deserved representation of this franchise.
5Balloon Fighter
Nintendo has its fair share of retro characters as ofSuper Smash Bros Ultimate, including Mr. Game & Watch, Duck Hunt Dog, and Ice Climbers. One retro character that has yet to make its playableSmashdebut is Balloon Fighter, fromthe popular NES gameBalloon Fight. The title even has its own stage inSmash 4andUltimate, so it feels inevitable.
Additionally, the Balloon Fighter could be quite a unique character in theSmash Brosroster. Utilizing its balloons, this character could remain airborne during battle, but after its balloons are popped, he must blow them back up on the ground to return to the air. This added pressure could make Balloon Fighter quite a strategic fighter inSmash Bros.
4Shovel Knight
Unlike other entries on this list, the titular hero fromShovel Knightappears as an Assist Trophy inSuper Smash Bros Ultimate. However, given its popularity, it would make sense for Shovel Knight to eventually become playable in a futureSmashtitle. The character’s use of a shovel as a weapon would make him a completely unique fighter.
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Additionally, Shovel Knight also has access to various items and abilities that he acquires throughoutShovel Knight. Like Mega Man or Villager, Shovel Knight could gain some added variety by utilizing these weapons as special moves or aerial attacks. His Final Smash could also incorporate his ally, Shield Knight, into a devastating blow.
3Master Chief
During the last wave ofSmash Bros UltimateDLC, Master Chief fromHalowas often speculated as a potential newcomer. Surprisingly,theHaloseries has never appeared on a Nintendo console, but that hasn’t prevented Master Chief from becoming video game royalty. The character definitely shares the same iconic status as Sora or Minecraft Steve.
It’s been rumored for years that certainSmash Broscharacters, like Solid Snake, aren’t able to have firearms. However, characters like Bayonetta and Joker have disproved this in recent years. Still, there are a variety of weapons in theHaloarsenal for Master Chief to utilize, from Needlers to Plasma Rifles, and even Energy Swords.
2Lara Croft
Tomb Raideris one of the longest-running and most iconic video game franchises of all time, spawning spin-offs in film and comic books. Its protagonist, Lara Croft, is considered one of the most iconic video game characters of all time, as well as an international sex symbol. Her lack of risqueness in recent years may make herSmashdebut imminent.
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Like Snake, Croft can utilize a variety of firearms and explosives. However, she’s also quite an acrobatic fighter, which could make her similar to Zero Suit Samus. Additionally, her specials could allow her to battle with her compound bow, a hunting knife, or even mystic weapons like Thor’s hammer and Excalibur.
1Shantae
Shantae from the self-titled indie game series seems like the perfect addition to theSmash Brosroster. She already appears as a Spirit inUltimate, along with a Mii Brawler costume that was released as DLC. Still, the character is popular and original enough to warrant full inclusion in the nextSmash Brostitle above indie characters like Cuphead or Sans.
Shantae is a half-genie,whose adventures often make use of her magic powers, which include shapeshifting, whipping her hair, and dancing. Overall, she’d make for a uniqueSmash Brosfighter not just in design, but in function as well. Plus, aShantae-inspired stage would make for a beautiful yet intricate locale to battle in.
