Super Smash Bros Ultimate Beginner Tips
To Up-B or Not to Up-B, That Is the Question
So, say you’ve been knocked off the stage, tried jumping back, and you barely missed the ledge. What do you do? Well, that depends on your character. Usually, all you can do is hold up on the control stick and press the B button, but not all Up-B moves are created equal. Some send characters soaring upwards; others can be angled for a modicum of control, while a scant few don’t do anything.
Sometimes, though, you don’t even need the Up-B move.
If you’re lucky enough to play as a character with wings or the ability to self-inflate, you get a few extra jumps for some much-needed boost in height. You might need an Up-B at the end to reach the ledge, but that’s unlikely. The same applies to reaching the stage with Side-B moves. Some are handy for getting back on stage; others are less than useless.
Again, whether or not you need to use Side-B depends on the character, especially since some characters can float as if their butts were filled with helium.
Now, here’s a little secret some players forget: characters who can grab enemies at a distance with a whip or chain can tether to the ledge of the stage. How do you know who can do that? Just press the grab button in midair and pray you don’t miss. But, again, not all characters can tether, so make sure you know your character has a Hookshot or something similar before trying this technique. It will either save your life or end it.
