When playing against the computer in Arcade Battle or Ghost Battle mode, select the mode and a character and the match will begin.
When playing against a friend, such as in VS Battle mode,
first select a character and then a stage.





Select a mode with the directional buttons and press the button to confirm.




Select a character with the directional buttons and confirm with the button, the button, the button or the button. Press the START button on Player 2's controller at this screen, to play a two-player match.



The Customization Menu will be displayed after selecting a character in Arcade Battle or Ghost Battle mode.



Select an item type with the or directional buttons, and a specific item with the or directional buttons. Press the button to buy and equip that item. When you would like to equip a different item, select a previously-purchased item and press the button.



When you are finished with the customization process,
select Game Start to begin the match.



Enter a username of up to twenty letters or characters. Use the or directional buttons to position the cursor and the or directional buttons to select a letter or character. Press the START button when you are done.



After selecting a character, select a stage to battle in VS, Online Battle, or Practice.



The following is an explanation of the Game Screen, using the Arcade Battle mode as an example. Please note that screen elements may differ depending on the mode or other circumstances.



  • When you attack your opponent and cause their health to reach zero,
    you win that round. You win the match when you obtain the designated number of rounds to win.
  • Each round has a time limit. If the battle isn't decided when the time
    runs out, the player with the most health remaining wins.
  • If both players have an equal amount of health remaining when the time runs out, or if a double knockout occurs, the round is a draw
    and both players win the round. When playing against the computer,
    if the final round ends in a draw, the player loses.
Note: The number of rounds required to win a match can be changed under Options.



The Continue Screen appears when you lose a match.
Press the START button to resume from the stage in which you lost.
When the continue countdown reaches zero,
the game is over and you are returned to the Title Screen.





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