Unlocking the massive roster in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate can be a daunting task, as you start with only the original eight fighters from the 1999 Nintendo 64 classic. While some players seek a pre-made to skip the grind, the most reliable and safe way to expand your roster is through optimized in-game methods that can take as little as 90 minutes to two hours. The Quick Reset Method (Fastest Overall)
: Defeat the challenger to add them to your roster.
If you want specific characters, Classic Mode follows a predictable tree. Completing a run with a specific starter character will always trigger a specific successor.
: Start a standard Smash match with a "1 Stock" rule set.
: Immediately run off the stage to lose or defeat a Level 1 CPU.
: Once you see the character unlocked screen, press the Home button on your Switch, close the game completely, and relaunch it.
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