This is awesome.

We already saw this... :\

The rival feature sounds really cool.

Thanks, now I'm too tired to fight...

Well, this should be more complex than the straightforward one on the 3DS.

This looks like the best Classic mode has ever been. Especially being able to do it in co-op. Also, found out today that the store I reserved my $100 bundle at is doing a midnight release! Woooo! Doing a 24 hour marathon of this with a bunch of friends. Good job to the team at Sora on adding 8 player matches. SO HYPED.

This must be called "New mode", there is nothing more "Classic" *okay bad joke...*

if only we can do that on the 3DS version, too. that would be fun.

Whoah, I knew this mode supported two players, but eight?! That's almost as good of an idea as replacing Duck Hunt with Krystal!

First, go after rival. Then, go after the biggest groups. Or, biggest groups first. Then rival last! Ah, what a great way to strategize now when I know next to nothing about what will happen!

This doesn't sound like "Classic Mode" BUT I LOVE the idea to much to care

Thats awesome, im looking forward to get the game when it comes out

I love the fact that he's using Kirby, my main (Aside from two unlockable)! Aside from that, this makes me excited to play Classic!

So it progresses like one of them Japanese animes. You have an ETERNAL RIVAL and you can win over those you defeat to your side, presumably through the POWER OF FRIENDSHIP. And... Okay, I can't take this analogy any further.

I'm rather looking forward to this version of Classic Mode.

we saw this in direct but still cool! =)

Aw that's awesome sounds intuitive.

I love a good game of chess mixed with Fire Emblem in a Super Smash Bros. game. Man, I still can't believe that this will be an 8-player game. THE ULTIMATE PARTY FIGHTING MACHINE :D

Interesting

At first, I thought this would just be kinda weird for Classic mode, completely different. Although it is, it may work out more nicely than I'd initially thought, so long as I get a bigger reward for going for the most opponents I can face in each round. :P But if not, that will really be a kick in the teeth... >.<

Smash Bros. WiiU presents. Classic Coliseum Mode. Where all of Smash Bros. Set forth to fight one another to make it to the top. You as the New Challenger step into the Coliseum to test your mettle against the whole of Super Smash. You even have a rivial who wants to keep you out of the competition. Will you Step In or Kick Out?

I like the possibility of strategy in this mode now. Take out my rivals early or get other fighters on my side first then take on my rival. All the while the longer they're on the field the stronger they become. Bravo, I'm impressed.

Hrrrm... I prefer the Classic mode from the past games over THIS... It's too complex... Same thing with Target Blast... there's no challenge in Target Blast... Some of the game modes in SSB3DS and SSBWiiU are rather disappointing...

I CAN NOT WAIT.

so taking on a large group of fighters will eliminate them all? that sounds awesome

Awesome! This is much better then the 3DS Version!

Now THIS is an update!

I liked classic on the 3DS. The Wii U's looks awesome!

I'm not sure Sakurai knows the definition of the word classic.

will we fight the fighting mii team, cause i don't see them anywhere on the board.

Ahh, sorta like the nemesis mechanic on shadow of mordor, just without the blood, gore, beheadings, and occasional cursing here and there.

It's called Classic Mode but it seems to change rather frequently... Melee and Brawl made it more like a Classic Arcade game which I feel that Classic should follow. I don't dislike the idea at all but I just feel that this could have been a different mode with cool new rewards.

i.cannot.wait.for.this.game!!!!

I don't really understand how it works. Maybe I'll give a spin later

I can't wait for this wiiu version sakurai:) please make ridley playable:) I know you like to troll to the maximum:)

Still hoping for more DLC coughLucasandWolfcough

It seems that this new type of classic mode will pretty much feel vastly different than in the previous classic modes. •˛•

Sounds cool, It looks much better than the 3ds classic mode. It seems more interesting

So it appears that you can see what prizes opponents will give you. Interesting. I do believe I'll be using this fact to my advantage!

why dr.mario dark pit is ok but, dr.mario costom for mario.

This looks cool but i think they should make classic mode the way it originally was and make this new mode...arcade mode...or something.

I love how some people are complaining that this is mode is too complex. Do you really want the same thing over and over every game? How about stop complaining and just take the time to learn the mode? Jeez.

Sounds awesome!! Can't wait!!

I'm deeply saddened by how much Classic Mode has changed. Bring back the ORIGINAL Classic Mode and rename this new one "Modern Mode". VS Giant DK, VS Mario Bros., VS Yoshi Team, VS Kirby Team, all the best. Now even with seven Yoshi/Kirby at a time if this were to happen! Trophy Rush and Target Blast to fill-in the two mini-games (N64&Melee's were more fun).

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I WANT A POKÉMON RUMBLE U STAGE SAKURAI

Huzzah! One of Sakurai's explanations that actually cleared things up for me instead of making me more confused! Thanks Sakura.

Just give us the Duck Hunt Duo trailer already Sakurai

to ALEX he's a boss for prosphere sorry

Yep, he's playing as Kirby. SAKURAI BIAS!!!

did anyone notice that in the direct you can win those crazy orders tickets in classic

the wii u version has alot of things we don't get on the 3ds version. the 50 things video makes the 3ds version look weak compared to it and i wish the features were in the 3ds version.

This game is going to be so good!!! I think I know what i'll be getting for Christmas!

The hype is BEYOND real!!!

How could you possibly be asking for something new? We just had a direct with tons of new info.

Classic Mode is a mode I would love to play in the Wii U version.

Coliseum just doesn't look like a word to me... Anywho, on topic now, looks awesome! Glad to see the Wii U getting things the 3DS doesn't (And I don't even have a Wii U... yet... XD)

Ich will das Spiel *-* SOFORT!!!

Thank you for explaining this mode in detail Mr. Sakurai. I was a bit confused about the way it worked until now!

much different than the basic path. plus, those with keen eyes can plan better. 7 against 1. oh, calamity!

Wonder if there are different rewards for taking down your Rival earlier when he/she's weak or waiting till they are stronger later on.

At this point Classic Mode can't really beget anything that's appropriate for its name. Not that that's a bad thing, but seriously, if you've noticed, Classic Mode has undergone a major overhaul going from Brawl to the 3DS/Wii U versions enough that I think it'd be nearly unrecognizable without its name.

This game mode looks fun, but so sad there won't be any story mode...

Almost looks like FE: Awakening in a way.

now we need to know about the master fortress since it wasn't on the 3DS version before and what intensity will that be on.

Im hyped! I like robin the best so far as well as lucina!

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sakurai il y a des gens qu'ils veulent me bannir et ie doit quitter la team mes jai pas envie de quitté la teamc vrai crois moi sakurai

At the direct I was at first "Are you still speaking English to me?" and now in PotD I understand classic now.

Prove that you deserve to take on the Masters...

I am giddy with excitement. I haven't been this giddy with excitement since Mewtwo.

Kekse forever!

this is so glorious.... I'm crying right now... ;_;

sakuri you are the best.

NICE! I always love variety in smash games! I just want to know if the trophy shop is in the wii u version....

Even the 3DS version's Classic Mode doesn't feel like it should be called such. I miss Target Smash, Kirby Team, and Race to the Finish! I like this new mode, but it needs a more fitting name.

I don't understand what some people are "saddened" about. It still includes the basic premise and subtle variations from the previous 3 games' Classic Mode, but now lets you have more control on the challenge you want. It's that simple. And hello, this is Smash Bros.; an unconventional fighting game series for 15 years now. Obviously there will be things done in different, unique ways.

Well I got both games so I don't really care weather one has flaws because yeah they are each perfect in there own ways

Of course he would play as Kirby.

this game is looking great i hope he explains about using the 3ds as a countrolller

can you please show me the game over screen for wii u please? i would love to see what it look like.

Rival?!?!

This Classic mode looks interesting!

so amazing cant wait!!! oh my god!!!

suche freundin

Where is the new level from Mother and FZero? Why do I have to buy an inferior game to play new levels for these sagas?

Not sure having to face 8 players in some matches. I can't even look at gameplay footage of it because it's too hectic. I wonder if Amiibos can work on Classic mode.

NICE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It's cool, but it should not be called "Classic" anymore

Cool...