Game

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

2018

Platforms: Nintendo SwitchGenres: Fighting

91Score

Certified Woke Trash

Messaging overwhelms the narrative.

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Is Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Woke? Quick Answer

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate scores 91/100 on the IsItWoke scale and falls into Certified Woke Trash.

The messaging is doing a lot of the work in this game.

The strongest reasons behind the rating are Gameplay focuses on fun and competition. and character selection is based on legacy and fan service..

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Why it received this score

Based on: Published title analysisConfidence: MediumLast updated: 2026-05-29

Key reasons

Gameplay focuses on fun and competition.
Character selection is based on legacy and fan service.
No overt messaging or ideological framing present.

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The game celebrates a wide range of franchises without agenda.
Each character's abilities are rooted in their original games.

AI cultural analysis

A short read on tone, themes, and messaging — not a plot synopsis.

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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is a celebration of gaming history, bringing together beloved characters from various franchises in a competitive and entertaining format. The gameplay mechanics prioritize fun and strategy over narrative, allowing players to engage with the characters they love without any ideological baggage.

The character roster is expansive and includes fan favorites, ensuring that nostalgia and gameplay take center stage. There is no indication of message-first dialogue or tokenistic character representation; each fighter is included for their unique abilities and contributions to the gameplay experience.