Sakurai talks about and explains some of the newcomers.
- characters outlined on 3DS version to make them easier to see
- Bowser now stands more upright
- Bowser running speed and moves have been adjusted
- total numbers of characters same on each platform
- more stages based on handheld games for 3DS
- more stages based on console stages for Wii U
- more primary colors on Wii U version
- visual effects added as well to highlight quick movements
- Samus is closer to her Other M design
- she now has black lines and perforated metal
- Pit is now the Kid Icarus uprising version with new moves
- he has upper dash arm and guardian orbitals
- Village uses sappling, umbrella, slingshot, fireworks and weeds
- he can also shovel the ground and attack with a bowling ball and can grab anything
- something he picks up he can use again at any time, including Mario's fire ball and Samus' missile
- Mega Man doesn't punch/kick a lot, but uses the Mega Buster
- can do so while walking/jumping
- he can also use the charge shot as a smash attack
- sliding and Rush coil are other mobile attacks
- he also has a variety of moves he gets from series bosses, including Metal Blade
- Metal Blade can be picked up and used as an item
- the Crash Bomber can be attached to an opponent
- The Top Spin is a spinning attack
- the Hard Knuckle has a meteor impact
- the Slash Claw and Flame Sword are air attacks
- The Leaf Shield protects and can be thrown
- the Spark Shot will morph Mega Man's hands, but will overheat him
- Wii Fit trainer moves with grace
- her basic moves are based off of her fitness exercises
- she may also give herself health tips while battling
- Wii Fit Trainer's final smash is called Wii Fit
- Smash Bros. Miiverse has launched
- Sakurai will be posting
- characters page on the official website