Who is the Final Character in Smash Ultimate?
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, one of the most popular fighting games of all time, has come to a close with the inclusion of Sora from Kingdom Hearts in its final DLC (Downloadable Content) pack. The character was unveiled by Masahiro Sakurai, the game’s director, on October 17, 2021. But who exactly is Sora and why is he important?
The Final Character
After months of speculation, the final character has finally been revealed. Sora, the beloved protagonist of the Kingdom Hearts series, makes his debut in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, marking the first time a third-party character has joined the fold. With his signature Keyblade and iconic costume, Sora will join the likes of Mario, Sonic, and Link in the Smash Bros. pantheon.
Kingdom Hearts: A Brief Overview
For those not familiar with the Kingdom Hearts series, Kingdom Hearts is a franchise developed by Square Enix and Disney that combines elements of both Disney movies and Final Fantasy games. The first game, released in 2002, follows Sora, a boy from the Destiny Islands, as he protects his friends Riku and Kairi from the darkness of Heartless, creatures born from the darkness within people’s hearts. As he embarks on a quest to find and rescue his friends, Sora embarks on a journey to become Keyblade Master and defeat the forces of evil.
Why Sora? Why Now?
Sora was chosen for several reasons. Here are some key points:
1. Nostalgia: The Kingdom Hearts series has a huge following worldwide, with many fans growing up with the games. Inclusion in Smash Bros. Ultimate provides an opportunity for these fans to experience Sora in a new and exciting way.
2. Uniqueness: Sora brings a fresh and unique fighting style to the table. His abilities based on his Keyblade, with its various transformations and elemental attachments, will offer a distinct experience among the existing cast of characters.
3. Disney Connection: As an official Disney character, Sora becomes the first Disney character to join the cast, further strengthening the connection between Super Smash Bros. and Disney.
Takedowns and Finales
To address possible concerns, here are some insights on takedowns and the balance of the game:
- With Sora’s inclusion, the number of DLC characters has reached a total of six, with other notable add-ons including Piranha Plant, Joker, Hero, from the World, Min Min from ARMS, and Steve from Minecraft. The addition of Sora maintains the balance of the game and adds much-needed variety.
- Any potential takedowns of game balance will be mitigated through gameplay adjustments, such as adjusting combos or altering the timing of moves.
- Since Sora has unique abilities derived from his Keyblade, players should adapt their strategies to maximize his potential as a fighter.
In the End
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate’s final DLC pack cements its position as a historic fighting game. Sora’s inclusion marks the beginning of a new chapter in the series, providing additional depth and excitement for players. The battle may be over for Smash Ultimate, but the memories created by these encounters will last a lifetime.