Super Smash Bros. Melee

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Super Smash Bros. Melee is a platform fighter developed by HAL Laboratory and released for the Nintendo GameCube in 2001, serving as the second entry in the Super Smash Bros. series. Building on its Nintendo 64 predecessor, the game expands the roster by retaining all characters from the original while introducing fighters from additional Nintendo franchises, including Fire Emblem — a series that had not yet seen release outside Japan at the time. Players battle across stages using a damage-based knockback system distinct from traditional health bars, aiming to launch opponents off the screen. Multiplayer remains the primary focus, supporting several competitive and casual configurations, though the game also provides a range of single-player modes for solo play. Melee introduced new mechanics and refinements that broadened the gameplay possibilities compared to the first installment.