Mario
A balanced all-rounder with reliable ground tools and straightforward aerial pressure.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Control Stick | Move, crouch, and influence aerial movement |
|---|---|
A | Perform normal attacks |
B | Use the fighter’s special move |
Z | Shield |
LR | Shield |
Control Stick Down | Fast-fall while airborne |
C Buttons | Jump |
Start | Pause the match |
Control notes
Nintendo 64 controller inputs are used; exact moves vary by fighter.
Some actions require directional input together with A or B.
How it plays
How does Smash Remix play?
Players choose a fighter and battle in platform-based arenas. Attacks increase an opponent’s damage percentage; higher percentages make characters travel farther when struck. A player wins by knocking opponents off the stage or by meeting the selected mode’s objective.
The game supports standard multiplayer battles and additional modes supplied by the project. Fighters use normal attacks, special moves, jumps, shields, grabs, items, and stage layouts to control space. Unlockable content and expanded character and stage selections provide progression beyond the original Nintendo 64 release.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Smash Remix?
Learn each fighter’s recovery and use the platforms to vary approach angles. Prioritize positioning near the stage center, where missed attacks are safer and recovery options are easier to cover.
Watch the opponent’s damage percentage: at high damage, choose attacks that launch reliably, while at low damage, use quick attacks and grabs to begin combos. Practice shielding, grabbing, and edge recovery before relying on advanced techniques.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Link
A spacing-focused fighter who uses projectiles to control mid-range engagements.
Pikachu
A fast, highly mobile character known for strong combos and recovery.
Captain Falcon
A high-speed close-range attacker with explosive punish potential.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use training or repeated local matches to learn recovery distances and knockback.
- 2
Keep track of stage edges; controlling the center is usually safer than chasing every attack.
- 3
Experiment with the expanded roster because movement speed, recovery, and weight vary substantially.
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