Bowser
S TierBowser excels as a powerhouse with strong kill potential, particularly with his Side Special, Flying Slam, which can secure early KOs when aimed at platforms. His Neutral Special, Fire Breath, helps control space and can pressure opponents effectively, while his Up Special, Whirling Fortress, provides a decent recovery option when mastered for distance. However, Bowser struggles against fast, agile characters who can juggle him easily, making it crucial to practice your DI and avoid getting edge-guarded due to his linear recovery. Remember to avoid regular grabs against skilled opponents, as they can easily escape; instead, focus on utilizing his strong aerial attacks and specials to maintain pressure and secure kills.
Bowser's Counter Picks
Bowser is Strong Against
Bowser is Weak Against
Tips for Bowser
- Forward air is a very good move with little lag and large range that is a monster at edgeguarding. Bair kills at 80% from center stage and is frame 8. That is all.
- Side special and aim towards platforms to kill earlier. Especially useful on the top platform of Battlefield.
- Fire Breath may be slower than his forward smash, but don't underestimate it. It has long range, can be B-reversed, and deals approximately 30%. It deals ~40% when hit right!
- He is a big massive large humongous chunky boy
- Up smash is great for catching your opponent's landing, dealing 30%, killing early, and having full invincibility on the shell, making it easy to win trades with aerial opponents.