Bubsy
Most of the various characters from the fighters pass have represented Nintendo’s chummy relationship with famous third party developers, but there has been a critical absence of the mascot that put them — and the video game industry as a whole — on the map.
When Bubsy hit the Super Nintendo in 1993, the world was introduced to a hero like no other. He was charismatic and loveable, and his in your face attitude was a refreshing change from the frumpy also-rans clogging up the gaming industry. He had more style than fifty Byleths combined, man!
As the years went on, he continued to innovate and delight, from his hilarious television pilot to his groundbreaking 3D platforming adventure, Bubsy 3D. There wasn’t a Woolie alive who could slow down this hype train, running express from Radical Terminal before stopping all stations to Bodacious City. Please don’t get off at Bodacious City, however. The crime rate there is surprisingly high.
Bubsy has an in-built repertoire of techniques, and most excitingly, his trademark glide means that Brawl’s best feature can finally make a comeback. He’ll whiz through the air, proving nearly impossible to launch from the stage. He also jumps much higher, hits much harder, and breaks the fourth wall to prevent taking damage.
Yes, Bubsy will be top tier. I won’t have it any other way.
