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Smash Bros. Dojo: Stop Sending Us Panties

Masahiro Sakurai is not amused! Apparently someone has been fostering an unnatural fascination with getting a peek at Princess Peach and Zelda's panties, sending them in to the Dojo on a regular enough basis that Sakurai needed a disclaimer at the bottom of the picture page.

Please understand that snapshots depicting inappropriate content or containing inappropriate comments will not be eligible for selection.

To this point, I've received a great number of screenshots that focus on peeking at the undergarments of certain Brawl combatants. So let me just say it again—shots like these will never be posted to the Dojo or sent out to users via the Smash Service.

I am ashamed of you all. Completely and utterly disappointed. You don't send upskirt shots to Masahiro Sakurai! He has access to the 3D models and can see their panties anytime he wants. You send them to Kotaku, c/o Brian Ashcraft. Get with the program, people!

Screenshot Collection #2 [Smash Bros. Dojo!! - Thanks Stephen!]]

8:20 AM on Fri Apr 11 2008
By Mike Fahey
14,938 views, 64 comments

Latest by Hibikino: He's crying because all you maximum risky contributors have given him blue balls... there's only so much erotica he can take. more »

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From Pixel To Polygon: Super Smash Bros. Brawl Stars Evolved... Again!

You may recall the previously handy Nintendo evolution chart, chronicling the change from 8-bit sprite to modern day Super Smash Bros. Brawl polygonal form, but it wasn't quite complete. The creator, Kotaku commenter TaeK, has tied up a few loose ends, going beyond Mario, Link, Samus, Donkey Kong, Kirby and Sonic, fleshing it out with Wario, Pikachu, Peach and more. He's pulled out a few hidden, classic characters that may be considered Brawl spoilers. Make the jump for the full, giant pic. More »

9:30 PM on Fri Apr 4 2008
By Michael McWhertor
23,881 views, 81 comments

Latest by poiuytman: The Samuses are out of order. Fusion came out approximately the same time as Prime, so it should be after original Smash Bros Samus. more »

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Super Smash Bros. Brawl In Egg Form

Our egg contest continues! Reader DaRebel sends in this SSBB-style entry with Kirby and Meta Knight about to bust shells. Dazzling coloring skills, too! Here's what's going on: Decorate an egg (yes, an actual egg), take a pic of it with a Kotaku sign and send it to kotakucontestATgmailDOTcom. Commentland will vote for its favorite finalist. We'll kick this baby off right now, wrap it up on April 4th April 5th. Here's the loot, plus the bonus signed Fallout 3 shirt.

12:00 AM on Wed Apr 2 2008
By Brian Ashcraft
5,322 views, 23 comments

Latest by The-Blur: The Kirby is very excellently done, and the background is well painted. I would hold of on saying anyone is an "instant win" at this point, mostly because my submission will be going up on friday and I'd like to think more »

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Show Of Hands: Wii Online

Along with many of you, I've been playing quite a bit of Super Smash Bros. Brawl since it's been released. All in all, I'm impressed by the update more than I thought I would be. And the stiff platforming elements sorta grew on me.

But wow. Online play. That's not working too well, is it? Last night, I finally decided to give online a spin. I gave up after trying to join several games and waiting 5 to 10 minutes a pop for other players that never showed. Later, attacking with more resolve, I finally I got into one match—felt like a lottery winner—only to find that lag makes the hyperactive game completely unplayable. So I just wanted to run a quick poll to catch reader impressions of Wii's online services and see if I'm the only one having issues:

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1:40 PM on Tue Apr 1 2008
By Mark Wilson
32,924 views, 187 comments

nintendo

Slate Declares the Wii Online 'A Smashing Failure'

On the heels of Leigh Alexander musing about the potential for 'a Wii for grownups', Jack Patrick Rodgers takes on the Wii's online functionality (or lack thereof, in his estimation). It's clunky, he says, and while he wouldn't expect Xbox Live-esque service from a service that is trying to keep itself 'easy and free,' it really showed its unsophistication while playing SSBB online: More »

3:00 PM on Sun Mar 30 2008
By mgreene
23,401 views, 276 comments

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Solid Snake Getting All SSBB Sexy

Better lock the door, close the blinds. That's right moppets, Kotaku After Dark starts now. Last time we visited Super Smash Bros. Brawl's riskier elements, it was in the form of underoos. Pedestrian! This time, we've got Solid Snake engaging in some snaking of his own with SSBB's female cast members. The clip's after the jump, and might be someone NSFW depending on how your boss thinks of simulated sexual encounters between fictional video game characters. Know: The clip isn't just a collection of scandalous shots, but there's a story of a woman scorned in there. No, really. More »

9:00 PM on Wed Mar 26 2008
By Brian Ashcraft
39,946 views, 170 comments

Latest by iruka: so thats why hes called solid snake :D more »

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On Fanboyism and Reviewing

Leigh Alexander has another great Aberrant Gamer column up over at GameSetWatch, this one talking about 'fanboyism' and the inherent conflicts that crop up with the review system:

I would like you to briefly indulge me by participating in an exercise. Remove all of the mascots and familiar faces from Super Smash Bros. Brawl, and replace them with original constructs. Notice, if you will, the somewhat clumsy user interface, the high percentage of total content that must be unlocked to be enjoyed, the complete lack of usability of the Wii controls, and the lack of significant graphical or gameplay progression over the previous generation. It's true that even then, you'd have a good game. But would you have a 10 game?

What does it mean that I'm hesitant to even state my opinion that it'd be a 7 game? And what does that crap even mean, anymore?


Leigh suggests overhauling the review system in some easily achievable ways (starting by scraping numerical scores), and proposing that we "we embrace our own subjectivity, neutering fanboyism by accepting it — because it sure ain't going anywhere." It's a musing that's well-worth a read through.

Auto-Neurotic Asphyxiation

7:00 PM on Sun Mar 23 2008
By mgreene
8,541 views, 307 comments

Latest by Scorpi: If you took out the Nintendo-based characters... wouldn't this game be the single greatest and epic creative acheivement EVER? more »

Freeloader for Wii: All hype and no substance
Posted on March 19th, 2008 by ahmad
Dear readers. In my last post for a week (I’m visiting the big smoke - Auckland), I wish I could bring you some good news. Unfortunately I have to give you some "I told you so" news that skeptics like Newsy and I had been predicting since the announcement of Datel’s Wii Freeloader. Sure, the disc is allowing owners to play Super Smash Bros. Brawl (US) months before its PAL release. But what about future games, and what if Nintendo chooses to "break" Freeloader like they did with the earlier version (which was for GameCube games only)? When Freeloader Wii was first announced a few weeks ago, I immediately emailed Codejunkies and this morning received a generic email reply with the following FAQs:
Q. What if Nintendo release a firmware update which affects the usage of the Wii Freeloader ? A. No guarantee can be given of compatibility with future firmware releases so if Online updates are performed on your console this may prevent Freeloader from functioning correctly We recommend that you consider the benefits of any Online upgrade against the possible loss of compatibility with Freeloader and its functions. Q. A number of games will not function unless the upgrade program has first been loaded from the game disc how will my console be affected by allowing an upgrade program to run on my EUR console from a USA game disc for example ? A. The freeloader can allow for the upgrade program from a game disc to be selectivity loaded so that only updates which will not affect the usage of the console are loaded, we do recommend before you load any game which requires the usage of an upgrade program to check the FAQ section which is due to be added to our website in the near future. Q. Is the product compatible with any released Wii games ? A. If a game does not require the usage of an upgrade program before the game is loaded you should not experience any problems in using the game. If a game requires the usage of an upgrade program from the game disc the freeloader can allow for the upgrade program from a game disc to be selectivity loaded so that only updates which will not affect the usage of the console are loaded, we do recommend before you load any game which requires the usage of an upgrade program to check the FAQ section which is due to be added to our website in the near future.
I have only included questions and answers of interest above. The rest of the FAQs in the email appear below. Needless to say, this is not the magic bullet that some were hoping for. This is a massive blow to PAL Wii owners. Datel have been quoted as saying that future Wii firmware updates would not break the functionality of the Freeloader, but this information is contradicatory to that. Furthermore, they appear to be keeping quiet on this as I was not able to find these FAQs on their website. Frankly I find the original claims misleading - sure, the disc can disable firmware updates, but if these are required to play future games, then you will be left stuck in the past playing old games only. I will make my return next week after the dust has settled - have a safe and enjoyable Easter break.
Q. When will the product be released ? A. The product is now available for despatch. Q. Is the freeloader compatible with the Wii firmware version 3.2 and any versions prior to this version ? A. The Wii Freeloader works with all current versions of the firmware at the time of its release been v3.2 or below. Q. Can imported games be played online ? A. We are not aware of any problems in playing imported games online. Q. Can the Wii Freeloader be used on the a modified console ? A. We are not aware of any problems in using the Wii Freeloader on modified consoles. Q. Is there any problems in saving any region of game on any region of console for example saving a USA game on a EUR console ? A. We are not aware of any problems in saving any region of game on any region of console.

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A Wii For Grownups

Leigh Alexander has an interesting proposal (one that will never, ever happen, but interesting nonetheless): two versions of the Wii console to rid the system of the pesky Friend Code system (which is, as Alexander points out, frequently a pain in the ass):

Friend Codes are a pain, right? The Wii doesn't have the sort of lobby system that just about every other game machine has managed to perfect. The mechanism exists, sure, but I've never seen it function usably. If current reviews of Brawl are to be believed, it's best to match up with a friend than to try and get a random battle.

Of course, the Wii is a family console; I don't think Nintendo has anything to gain from making it easier for random strangers to hook up with kids on the internet. But why don't they make like Xbox did and offer different console packages?

Clearly, the Wii is selling like hot cakes and Nintendo doesn't need to do anything; but it would be nice to have the option of dumping the clunky Friend Code system, no?

Wii For Grown-Ups [Sexy Videogameland]

1:30 PM on Sat Mar 15 2008
By mgreene
4,200 views, 87 comments

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Frankenreview, Super Smash Bros. Brawl (Wii)

Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Honestly, I don't get it. It's not that I didn't play the hell out of the last Smash Bros. title. It's just that, as far as I've been concerned, Nintendo only has so many throw-backs to nostalgia left in them—like a band that keeps releasing greatest hits collections...without putting out any new records.

But after double-checking with the critics, it appears that I'm definitely in the minority. So hit the jump for our Frankenreview on Super Smash Bros. Brawl—what is pretty much a 5-chapter review of a fanboy wet dream.

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1:00 PM on Thu Mar 13 2008
By Mark Wilson
24,320 views, 223 comments

Latest by Detha: @Detha: rivaling those games in its depth more »

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Brawl Online Not Working, Nintendo Says Try Again

Super Smash Bros. Brawl online is not working. Sure, you might find a good match or two during the day, or late at night, but at 9PM Eastern on a school night? Forget about it. Nintendo's forums, our tips box, and my television set are all chock full of Error Code: 85010, which kicks you back to the main menu of the game, disconnecting you from Nintendo WiFi service. It's either that, or "Your connection to other players was lost. Returning to menu". When I reviewed the game, most of my online play was in the wee hours of the morning, and I still had some issues. We contacted Nintendo for comment on the issue, and were told the issue was being looked into, but so far all they can tell is that it seems as if every Smash Bros. owner is getting online at once and the issue would slowly get better. What, as people gave up trying? Their suggestion? If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. How wise. More »

8:00 PM on Tue Mar 11 2008
By Mike Fahey
56,979 views, 216 comments

Latest by KMCC: Ok, I can get online "with anyone" relatively often, with no problems. BUT, I can never get a "with friends" match to work. This is the opposite of what is supposed to happen! I called Nintendo, and they guy just kinda more »

super smash bros brawl

"Improved" SSBB Tourney Trophy

You were, I'm sure, as horrified as we were when you caught your first glance of the GameStop Super Smash Bros Brawl trophy.

Lucky for us, we weren't the only ones permanently scarred by the sight of a singlet-wearing, gold-dipped high school wrestler. The assistant manager of a EB Games said he and his fellow employees broke into gales of laughter when they unboxed the trophy at their story. Fortunately, they figured out a way to make the trophy more SSBB "appropriate."

I like it!

[Thanks Brett]

4:00 PM on Sat Mar 8 2008
By Brian Crecente
10,749 views, 77 comments

Latest by freespeech: much BETTER!!!!!!!!! more »

just rewards

The GameStop Super Smash Bros. Brawl Trophy

After reading the news yesterday morning, thousands of gamers across the country made plans to get up early on Saturday and head down to their local GameStop store to enter the gigantic, nationwide Super Smash Bros. Brawl tournament for a chance at prizes and glory. Now that they've seen the trophy the local winner receives, courtesy of Kotaku commenter Prguitarman GoNintendo reader Travisto, sleeping late is looking a bit more attractive. What is that, a High School wrestling trophy? Nothing says you kicked ass at a video game than an athletic young man in a tight singlet. You go, you local legend of wreckage!

UPDATE - PRGuitarman failed to tell us that the picture was taken by Travisto and submitted originally to GoNintendo. If you're going to send us a picture from another site, just send us the link. Thanks!

GameStop's Brawl trophy is...well... [GoNintendo]

8:00 PM on Fri Mar 7 2008
By Mike Fahey
16,915 views, 101 comments

Latest by freespeech: i think that trophy is for taking the prize for taking the biggest DUMP!!!!! more »

wii

Being WAY TOO EXCITED For Super Smash Bros. Brawl

Excited about Super Smash Bros. Brawl? We're willing to be not as much as the dude who created this special briefcase to lug the game around. Over at forum Wii Chat, poster Belarr writes:

This is a custom case for my copy of SSBB, it was crafted out of a blue foam to specific dimensions and has a tight seal. Watcha think?

We think you have a messy room. That, and you don't need a custom padded case, but a custom padded room. :)
SSBB Case [Wii Chat via Go Nintendo]

2:00 AM on Wed Mar 5 2008
By Brian Ashcraft
6,377 views, 104 comments

Latest by DJGrimm: Got my copy!!! And I didn't have to go to Mexico. Ohio is the heart of it all. From the people who brought you: Madden 06 five days early Madden 07 three days early Madden 08 four days early NCAA Football 07 & more »

super smash bros brawl

A First Look At SSBB In North America


Super Smash Bros. Brawl may be old hat for all of you in Japan, but with March 9 still a whole week away, us North Americans are still chomping at the bit to get our hands on the game.

Luckily, due to my good fortune of being related to an EB Games employee, I was invited to attend the SSBB Retailer Event, held in five cities across Canada on Friday, February 29.

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11:00 AM on Mon Mar 3 2008
By torif
11,833 views, 106 comments

Latest by Trencher: Thats on Yonge St in Toronto just south of Bloor. more »

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Sakurai Apologizes for No Voice Chat

Super Smash Bros. Brawl creator Masahiro Sakurai had the best intentions, really. Like, when he started making SSBB, he thought it would be great if the online battles between friends had voice chat and possibly even keyboard chat. Hey, that sounds pretty great! What the hell happened?


But there are all sorts of rules and regulations regarding communication on the Wii platform and so it was apparent to me that it just wouldn't come together, we weren't going to be able to do it, so we decided to cancel that feature. I'm very sorry about that. But if you're really desperate for it, you could set up Skype by your game station and go at it with a friend if you like.

Eh? No, thanks. We'll stick to talking loudly at the television. Sure, Nintendo has said in the past that it hopes to make online pleasant for those not used to it — meaning, they didn't want people to get their feelings hurt. Fair, enough! But, why no online SSBB ranking? "It can also be kind of trying and painful for some people who want to be at the top and think that they're really good at Smash and they look at their online ranking and they're the one-hundred-thousandth best Smash Bros. player," Sakurai says. Wow, just wow. After you've figured that one out, hit the jump for Sakurai's say on future franchise installments:

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9:00 PM on Thu Feb 21 2008
By Brian Ashcraft
5,515 views, 119 comments

Latest by Shaoko: No need to apologize Sakurai, I didn't want Voice Chat anyways. If I were really desperate I could use my Pokemon game and DS with the headset but I don't trash talk and I don't see the since in cussing/saying more »

europe

Nintendo Crushes Super Smash Bros. Brawl Release Rumors

While people in Japan are playing the crap outta Super Smash Bros. Brawl and people in America are waiting to play the crap outta SSBB, people in Europe are waiting to find out how long they'll need to wait to play the game. As previously posted, there was a glint of hope when a Dutch gaming site claimed a June 6th release date was confirmed by Nintendo at the Macromania Games Awards in France. Not so! says Nintendo. A company mouthpiece for the UK arm says:


This is a rumour and purely speculative. Nintendo is yet to confirm any release dates for Smash Bros.

Well, at least you get Wii Fit and Mario Kart Wii early. That should be proof that Nintendo doesn't totally hate you, Europe!
Latest Rumor Crushed [VideoGamer]

6:00 AM on Wed Feb 20 2008
By Brian Ashcraft
8,913 views, 55 comments

Latest by new_pornographer: @KirbySS: Yes. more »

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The Princess Peach Freeze Frame to End All Peach Freeze Frames

Last week, we posted Princess Peach and Zelda's Super Smash Bros. Brawl upskirts. That was risky. Now, we bring you this compromising Peach SSBB shot that isn't just risky, it's MAXIMUM RISKY. You've been warned!

Thanks, rhoddi!

9:00 PM on Mon Feb 11 2008
By Brian Ashcraft
32,719 views, 160 comments