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|availability = [[Unlockable character|Unlockable]]
|availability = [[Unlockable character|Unlockable]]
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|ranking = 48
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'''Dr. Mario''' ({{ja|Dr. マリオ|Dokutā Mario}}, ''Dr. Mario'') is a playable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. His return to the series was announced on [[Super Smash Bros. 4 Official Site|''SSB4''{{'}}s official website]] on October 9th, 2014, during which {{SSB4|Dark Pit}} was also revealed.<ref>[http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/138070-Secret-Super-Smash-Bros-Characters-Revealed-by-Nintendo#&gid=gallery_3377&pid=1 More "Secret" ''Super Smash Bros.'' Characters Officially Revealed]</ref> Charles Martinet reprises his role as Dr. Mario's voice actor; however, he now uses {{SSBB|Mario}}'s voice clips recycled from ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', some of which have been muted.
'''Dr. Mario''' ({{ja|Dr. マリオ|Dokutā Mario}}, ''Dr. Mario'') is a playable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''. He was officially confirmed on October 9th, 2014 alongside {{SSB4|Dark Pit}} in a post-release announcement. Dr. Mario is also the first of three cut veterans to return for Super Smash Bros. 4 returning from ''Melee'', alongside {{SSB4|Mewtwo}} and {{SSB4|Roy}}, being the only one accessible without [[DLC]].


Dr. Mario is ranked 48th out of 54 on the [[tier list]], placing him in the F tier. This is a significant drop from his mid-tier placement in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'', where he was ranked 13th out of 26, and ranked higher than [[Mario (SSBM)|his normal self]]. The implementation of multipliers to most of Dr. Mario's moveset and some of his attributes result in him functioning like a stronger, yet slower {{SSB4|Mario}}. As a result, his overall damage output and KO potential are above-average for a character of his size and weight. Similar to Mario, Dr. Mario's frame data is very fast in regard to start-up lag. In addition to granting him a decent combo game, this trait makes him both difficult to [[punish]] and very effective at punishing.
While {{SSB4|Mario}} continues to use his updated moveset from ''Brawl'', Dr. Mario retains the old ''Melee''-style moveset with moves such as Dr. Tornado, albeit with a [[Final Smash]] now. His Final Smash, [[Doctor Finale]], is similar to Mario's [[Mario Finale]], but instead uses enormous [[Megavitamins]] rather than fire. Despite Dr. Mario being more distant than his clone than in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee'', he is now placed in the clone section on the roster along with {{SSB4|Lucina}} and {{SSB4|Dark Pit}}.  


However, the multipliers applied to some of Dr. Mario's attributes collectively result in him being considerably slower and less nimble than Mario. Due to changes to game mechanics and some adjustments to his moveset, Dr. Mario's combo game is also inferior to Mario's in regard to both versatility and consistency. Furthermore, Dr. Mario's recovery is inferior to Mario's overall, and he retains Mario's weakness of having short range in his attacks.
Like Mario, he is once again voiced by Charles Martinet, albeit via Mario's voice clips from ''Super Smash Bros. Brawl'', which are essentially the same in this game with Dr. Mario being less vocal than his counterpart.


Overall, Dr. Mario's weaknesses outweigh his strengths, which has been reflected in having extremely sparse tournament results and performances for all of ''Smash 4''. Although he is considered nonviable in competitive play and compared unfavorably to Mario, Dr. Mario has nevertheless achieved instances of success, thanks to smashers such as {{Sm|2ManyCooks}} and {{Sm|B7Games}}.
==How To Unlock==
 
==How to unlock==
==={{for3ds}}===
==={{for3ds}}===
*Play 60 VS Matches.
* Play 60 VS Matches.
*Clear {{SSB4-3DS|Classic Mode}} as {{SSB4|Mario}} on [[Difficulty|Intensity]] 4.0 or higher.
* Clear {{SSB4-3DS|Classic Mode}} as Mario on difficulty 4.0 or higher.
After completing one of the two methods, Dr. Mario must then be defeated on [[Mushroomy Kingdom]].
Dr. Mario must then be defeated on [[Mushroomy Kingdom]].


==={{forwiiu}}===
==={{forwiiu}}===
*Play 50 VS Matches.
* Play 50 VS Matches.
*Clear [[Special Orders|Master Orders]] on Hard difficulty.
* Clear [[Special Orders|Master Orders]] on Hard difficulty.
After completing one of the two methods, Dr. Mario must then be defeated on [[Delfino Plaza]].
Dr. Mario must then be defeated on [[Delfino Plaza]].
 
==Attributes==
As a [[clone]] of {{SSB4|Mario}}, Dr. Mario is a [[Weight|middleweight]] that can [[wall jump]]. Like his normal self, Dr. Mario also has excellent frame data: when not counting [[special move]]s, the overall start-up lag of his normal moveset is the fifth fastest in the game. As a result, Dr. Mario is both difficult to [[punish]] and very effective at punishing. Although they share an overwhelming number of identical animations and even the exact same values for certain attributes ([[falling speed]]; [[fast fall]]ing speed; [[traction]]; and [[gravity]]), Dr. Mario nevertheless has a number of traits that differ from his normal self. Like Mario, Dr. Mario's height is below-average; oddly, however, he is marginally shorter in comparison, and does not [[crouch]] as low as his normal self.
 
Unlike in ''Melee'', Dr. Mario now functions like a stronger, yet slower Mario, owing to the implementation of multipliers to the majority of his moveset and some of his attributes. Aside from six moves, the remainder of Dr. Mario's moveset deals 1.12× more damage compared to Mario's moveset.<ref name="DamageMultiplier">[http://smashboards.com/threads/complete-hitbox-frame-data-for-every-character-now-with-ko-percents.383550/ Complete Hitbox/Frame Data For Every Character (Now with KO Percents)]</ref> Conversely, his [[walk]]ing and [[dash]]ing speeds are 0.832× slower; his [[air speed]], [[air acceleration]], and [[jump]] heights are 0.808× slower. These multipliers result in Dr. Mario being distinctly affected by passive [[equipment]] physics, in which he specifically possesses a +15 Attack value and a -50 Speed value. Although Dr. Mario's lower jump height makes his [[short hop]] more effective than Mario's, these modified attributes collectively render his overall mobility as sub-par. Conversely, Dr. Mario's higher overall damage output results in him being noticeably more efficient at KOing in comparison to Mario.
 
Other noticeable differences between Dr. Mario and Mario are seen in their movesets and, by extension, their playstyles. Although Dr. Mario's frame data is only slightly slower than Mario's, his higher overall damage output and slower overall mobility make him unable to use a healthy balance of offense and defense like his normal self. Instead, Dr. Mario is much better suited to a bait-and-punish playstyle. On a related note, Dr. Mario's combo game is less varied and consistent compared to his normal self's. Despite this, his combos deal respectable damage in spite of their fairly short lengths, similarly to {{SSB4|Ike}}'s.
 
He also shares two useful combo starters with Mario, thanks to said moves being modified since ''Melee''. Down tilt is the most effective of the two: although it is short-ranged, it is very reliable at low to high percentages, with useful follow-ups including itself, neutral attack, up tilt, his smash attacks, back aerial, up aerial, and Super Jump Punch. Like Super Jump Punch, forward aerial can function as a KO mix-up at high percentages, but requires a [[hard read]]. Up tilt can combo into itself reliably, albeit not as consistently as Mario's version because of its higher damage output. However, its higher damage output makes it better at juggling, and even enables it to function as a situational KOing option at very high percentages.
 
Outside of these moves, up smash functions almost identically to Luigi's version instead of Mario's version: it launches the opponent diagonally instead of vertically, and will launch them in the opposite direction of where Dr. Mario is facing so long as they are in front of him. Compared to Luigi's, however, it launches at a lower angle. As a result, Dr. Mario's version has much greater combo potential when uncharged: it can combo into itself, up tilt and Super Jump Punch at 0%-10%, and into forward and down tilt at 10%-15%. On an unrelated note, its launching angle also makes it much better at edge-guarding or setting up edge-guards compared to Mario and Luigi's versions.
 
Dr. Mario possesses a decent grab game. His overall grab is range is average, but each of his grabs have minimal start-up and ending lag. Dr. Mario's pummel also has the distinction of being the most damaging in the game by default, as it is surpassed by {{SSB4|Olimar}} and {{SSB4|Shulk}}'s pummels only if they use [[Pikmin (species)|White Pikmin]] and the [[Monado Arts|Buster Art]], respectively. Forward throw is useful for initiating [[edge-guard]]s and can even combo into dash attack at 0%-20%, whereas back throw is a viable KOing option at high percentages.
 
Up throw is able to initiate aerial pressure, especially on fast-fallers, but is effectively his least useful throw. Lastly, down throw is able to combo into Dr. Tornado at low percentages, and into up aerial at low to medium percentages. It can also combo into up smash; [[reverse aerial rush]]ed back aerial; down aerial; and even forward aerial and Super Jump Punch as KO mix-ups at high percentages. However, up smash is only effective against the majority of the cast at 0%-10%, whereas the latter four follow-ups require hard reads.
 
Like his normal self, Dr. Mario's air game is above-average. Neutral aerial is a "reverse sex kick": its clean hitbox deals minimal damage, whereas its late hitbox deals more damage. Thanks to it hitting on frame 3 and having low landing lag, its clean hitbox is ideal for set-ups. Conversely, its late hitbox is decent at edgeguarding. Back aerial is also fast; [[auto-cancel]]s in a short hop; and possesses a powerful clean hitbox, which collectively make it viable for KOing, edge-guarding and approaching. Forward aerial has considerable start-up lag, but its clean hitbox makes it the third strongest aerial of its kind; as such, it is lethal when [[SHFF]]'d against unwary opponents that are near the edge.
 
Up aerial's horizontal launching angle grants its beginning and ending frames decent combo potential into Super Jump Punch and back aerial, respectively, at low to medium percentages. This angle also makes its beginning frames capable of edge-guarding, unlike his normal self's up aerial. However, up aerial's launching angle also makes it much less effective at starting combos when SHFF'd or juggling compared to Mario's. Down aerial hits multiple times like [[Mario Tornado]], and its final hitbox has a horizontal launching angle like up aerial. As a result, it is much more effective for edge-guarding compared to Mario Tornado, yet completely unusable for juggling. Compared to Mario's up aerial and [[Mario Tornado]], however, Dr. Mario's up and down aerials are unable to KO outright because of their much lower knockback scaling and less damaging final hitbox, respectively.


In regard to special moves, [[Megavitamins]] travel farther in the air without landing compared to Mario's [[Fireball]], and they bounce twice instead of three times. [[Super Sheet]]'s [[reflection]] hitbox has a longer duration compared to [[Cape]]'s. Due to its hitbox being positioned higher, it also has more vertical range, yet less horizontal range in comparison. Most notably, Super Sheet no longer stalls Dr. Mario in midair like it did in ''Melee''. To alleviate the removal of Super Sheet's recovery potential, [[Dr. Tornado]] is now a much more integral part of Dr. Mario's recovery, thanks to it granting him a decent amount of horizontal distance when it is button mashed sufficiently.
==Attributes==
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Dr. Mario is of average weight and rather small just like his regular form (Mario). However, while sharing animations and overall design, he functions differently due to his difference in speed and power, being a stronger yet slower Mario.


Unlike [[F.L.U.D.D.]], Dr. Tornado deals damage. When coupled with its very high knockback scaling, [[Autolink angle|auto-link angle]] and [[transcendent priority]], it is useful for edge-guarding, warding off edge-guarders, and even out-prioritizing attacks. However, Dr. Tornado's much shorter range makes it much riskier to use for edge-guarding compared to F.L.U.D.D. Due to [[Super Jump Punch]] consisting of a powerful clean hitbox and a weak late hitbox instead of multiple hitboxes like Mario's, it actually functions like a less polarized version of {{SSB4|Luigi}}'s Super Jump Punch. As a result, its clean hitbox makes it a viable KOing option unlike Mario's. Although it can no longer be canceled, Super Jump Punch can now be [[B-reverse]]d upon landing its clean hitbox like Mario's can upon start-up. This makes it useful for edgeguarding, and can enable Dr. Mario to avoid punishment and/or hit an opponent behind himself upon hitting his primary target.
Dr. Mario's combo game is very different than Mario's being overall to score fewer attacks without correct reads. However, as he has a higher output in damage overall he can be less reliant on them. Dr. Mario is more efficient at killing as well as he has higher base knock-back on all his smash attacks and his back air. However, his forward smash is harder to land as his sweet-spot is closer to his hurt-box, being located on his palm unlike Mario's. He is able to punish mistakes very well with his effective grab-game and kill power.


However, Dr. Mario's flaws are significantly more noticeable in comparison to Mario's. Although he boasts excellent KO potential, it is inconsistent. This is most obvious with up smash: its launching angle makes it reliable at KOing only while near the edge, whereas Mario and, to a lesser degree, Luigi's up smashes KO reliably from anywhere on-stage because of their higher launching angles. By extension, he has minimal KO set-ups like Mario. Additionally, Dr. Mario shares Mario's notable weakness of having short range in his attacks, which hinders his ability to fight characters with long or disjointed range. Dr. Mario's sluggish mobility compounds another notable weakness: his recovery. Despite now being able to wall jump, the combination of his slow air speed; slow air acceleration; and Super Jump Punch's mediocre travel distance results in his recovery being predictable like Mario's.
Dr. Mario's most noticeable differences are seen in his specials. His neutral special is once again his Megavitamins now doing less damage than before (though still more than Mario's Fireballs). However, the angle between the two attacks are more clear cut with Dr. Mario's traveling further in the air though at a slower speed. Super Sheet has also returned however to differentiate the attack from Mario's cape; it no longer stalls him in the air, making it less useful as a recovery. Dr. Tornado is now used a recovery replacement granting Dr. Mario a little extra horizontal recovery when used. Super Jump Punch has been changed as well; it now acts more like {{SSB|Luigi}}'s from the original ''Super Smash Bros.'', with high power at the base and a sour spot on the rest of the duration of the attack.


Due to his overall recovery granting noticeably less vertical distance compared to Mario's, Dr. Mario is very vulnerable to most [[meteor smash]]es. As a result, it is optimal for him to read the opponent when trying to return to the stage, as well as knowing when and how to make use of Dr. Tornado. Even though Dr. Mario may not need to use his double jump to recover, any sufficiently strong attacks, particularly [[semi-spike]]s, may launch him too far away to recover properly. Lastly, Dr. Mario is an all-rounder like his normal self, and is thus outclassed in certain aspects by other characters: {{SSB4|Donkey Kong}} and {{SSB4|Captain Falcon}} have more power and much better overall mobility; Mario, Luigi and {{SSB4|Bayonetta}} have much more versatile combo games; {{SSB4|Marth}} and {{SSB4|Cloud}} have much more range; and {{SSB4|R.O.B.}} and {{SSB4|Duck Hunt}} are much better at zoning.
However, Dr. Mario still has some of the significant drawbacks. He is slow for a character of his size and power. He suffers from sub-par range and a very poor recovery with little vertical distance. Ultimately, these can hinder his potential to a degree.  


Dr. Mario benefits significantly from his [[Character customization|custom moves]]. Like Mario, his custom moves define the fundamentals of customization, but in Dr. Mario's case, some of them alleviate his most significant flaws. Fast Capsule deals less damage and barely causes [[flinch]]ing, but covers more range at a much faster pace. Conversely, Mega Capsule has less range and is much slower, but deals repeated damage and lingers after being thrown. This allows it to shut down many approaches from characters that lack projectiles, as well as provide follow-ups. Breezy Sheet provides more safety when fighting near the edge but deals slightly less damage, whereas Shocking Sheet gives Dr. Mario another KOing option that has decent speed, but merely destroys projectiles instead of reflecting them.
Overall, Dr. Mario has to be much more patient than his plumber-working human being counterpart (since Mario and Dr. Mario are two of the fully-blooded human beings that appear in the ''Super Smash Bros.'' series) with waiting for an opening being essential, predicting what an opponent will do can can allow for some deadly combos, though staying on stage is highly recommended, as going offstage can be hazardous.
 
Ol' One-Two gives Dr. Mario a fast and extremely powerful KOing option that can KO at very low percentages, but at the cost of further hindering his already sub-par recovery. Conversely, Super Jump functions in the exact opposite way: it grants noticeably better recovery, but deals no damage. However, Soaring Tornado is arguably Dr. Mario's best custom move because of its utility. It grants noticeably better vertical recovery; has incredible edge-guarding potential thanks to its [[windbox]] and hitbox; and its hitbox is powerful enough to KO early either on-stage or off-stage. However, these benefits come at the cost of it granting no horizontal recovery. Conversely, Clothesline Tornado is effectively his worst custom move: it boasts impressive power, yet further hinders his recovery; has a shorter duration; and has slower start-up lag.
 
Overall, Dr. Mario's fast frame data enables him to pressure and/or punish the opponent effectively at close range, while his above-average damage output makes him capable of KOing easily. Unlike Mario, however, his slow mobility hinders his [[neutral game]] to the point that he is largely reliant on baiting and punishing. By extension, his sub-par recovery makes him a less capable edgeguarder compared to his normal self, and he retains his normal self's lack of range as well.
 
==Differences from {{SSB4|Mario}}==
Like in ''Melee'', Dr. Mario functions as a stronger clone of Mario. However, he is now significantly slower compared to Mario. With Mario's Down Special and Down Aerial changes in ''Brawl'', this slightly declones Dr. Mario; albeit {{SSB4|Luigi}} still shares similar moves. In addition, Dr. Mario's Up Special is now a single hit opposed to being a multi-hit attack, with the coins being removed.


While also factoring in the differences Dr. Mario had from Mario in ''Melee'', this gives Dr. Mario a drastically different playstyle from his original counterpart, despite sharing many common moves.
==Changes from ''Melee''==
Dr. Mario's buffs and nerfs seem to indicate an increase in the difference between him and Mario. Many of these buffs and nerfs try to make Dr. Mario like he was originally intended to be in ''Melee'': a slower yet stronger Mario. Although Dr. Mario has a few moves and functions that set him apart from being a complete clone of Mario, he is still very similar to him in most aspects. However, the increase in difference between him and Mario sees Dr. Mario ultimately wind up being nerfed overall in comparison to his appearance in ''Melee'' due to the very noticeable nerfs to his speed and mobility alongside the removal of ''Melee'' specific techniques such as [[wavedashing]], but not without a few buffs to several of his moves: namely his [[Dr. Tornado]] and [[Super Jump Punch]].


===Aesthetics===
===Aesthetics===
*{{change|Dr. Mario's stance is identical to Mario's, albeit slower.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's design has been updated to include the red tie he has had since ''Dr. Mario 64'', while still retaining his black pants from ''Melee''. However, his pants are now rolled up, revealing their lighter insides. His hair is a lighter shade of brown, and his head mirror's band is now black. Additionally, his stethoscope is now black instead of blue, as it was in ''Melee''.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario is less vocal than Mario. Some of his attacks also emit different sound effects.}}
*{{change|Megavitamins are much more brightly colored and appear to be shorter, but more rounded. They also lack the see-through half in the 3DS version.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's [[on-screen appearance]]; [[taunt]]s; [[idle pose]]s; and [[victory pose]]s are different from Mario's.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario now backflips three times as opposed to once when he jumps.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario looks straight ahead during his [[Results screen|defeated]]/[[Results screen#No Contest screen|No Contest]] animation, whereas Mario looks slightly to the left. Additionally, his arms are place slightly higher than Mario's.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario has now a on-screen appearance.}}
*{{change|{{GameIcon|ssb4-u}}Dr. Mario keeps his fingers close to each other during his [[screen KO]], whereas Mario spreads his apart.}}
*{{change|He has a different walking animation, just like [[Mario]] in ''[[Brawl]]''.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario has a new idle pose, he pounds his fist into his open palm.}}


===Attributes===
===Attributes===
*{{change|Some of Dr. Mario's raw properties are modified as if he were wearing [[equipment]] of +15 attack and -50 speed.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's character model is slightly smaller than it was in ''Melee''.}}
**{{buff|The damage outputs of Dr. Mario's attacks use a 1.12x<ref name="DamageMultiplier"/> multiplier. As a result, he is stronger than Mario. However, this multiplier does not apply to reflected projectiles or [[item]]s, and the base damage of his moves can also differ from Mario's.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's [[falling speed]] and [[gravity]] are lower compared to ''Melee'' (1.7 → 1.5 and 0.095 → 0.08715 respectively), due to the physics change in ''SSB4''.}}
**{{nerf|Dr. Mario's [[walk]]ing speed, [[dash]]ing speed and initial dash speed use a 0.832x multiplier; his [[jump]] heights, [[air speed]], [[air acceleration]] and [[air friction]] use a 0.808x multiplier. As a result, Dr. Mario is significantly less mobile than Mario.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario is slightly lighter than he was in ''Melee'', with his weight being changed from 100 to 98 to match Mario's in ''SSB4'', lowering his survivability, but slightly less vulnerable to combos.}}
*{{nerf|Dr. Mario's [[wall jump]] covers less height, hindering his recovery.}}
*{{buff|Dr. Mario jumps slightly higher.}}
*{{nerf|He has decreased [[walking]] (1.1 → 0.9) and [[dashing]] speed (1.5 → 1.3), making Dr. Mario much slower and having a far below average movement speed on ground.}}
*{{nerf|The loss of [[wavedashing]] has hindered Dr. Mario's approach and mobility options.}}
*{{buff|[[Air speed]] is slightly higher (0.9 → 0.943).}}
*{{buff|He can now wall jump, aiding his recovery.}}
*{{nerf|Like Mario, Dr. Mario's traction has been significantly decreased (0.6 → 0.45), making it harder for him to punish [[out of shield]].}}


===Ground attacks===
===Ground attacks===
*[[Neutral attack]]:
*{{nerf|Neutral attack, up tilt, and down tilt deal less damage.}}
**{{nerf|Neutral attack's first two hits have more weight-based knockback (15/10/15 (hit 1)/18/15/18 (hit 2) → 30 (both)). Additionally, Dr. Mario's neutral attack's first two hits can launch the opponent diagonally or vertically (60°/70°/80° (hit 1), 70°/78°/88° (hit 2)), whereas Mario's can launch the opponent horizontally or vertically (361°/361°/80° (both)). Lastly, neutral attack has more ending lag (frame 20 (hit 1)/frame 22 (hit 2)/frame 34 (hit 3) → 23/25/36). Altogether, these differences make it less effective at [[jab cancel]]ing and [[Lock#Jab lock|jab locking]], and can result in lightweight and/or floaty characters escaping its entirety at high percentages.}}
*{{buff|Neutral attack has a consecutive jab and is overall faster.}}
*[[Forward tilt]]:
*{{buff|Forward tilt is faster.}}
**{{buff|Forward tilt has a longer duration (frames 5-6 → 5-7).}}
*{{change|Up tilt no longer sends the opponent forward if the opponent is hit in front of Dr. Mario. Instead, the move sends the opponent up no matter where it hits, whereas in ''[[Melee]]'' the move had different trajectories depending on where it hit the opponent. This reduces its versatility in exchange for allowing more combo potential.}}
*[[Up tilt]]:
*{{buff|Down tilt is faster making it much more safe at close range for [[spacing]]. It can no longer sends the opponent behind Dr. Mario, but instead launches them into the air, making it a better combo starter.}}
**{{change|Up tilt has higher base damage (5.5 → 6.3). This makes it significantly more effective for KOing, but less effective for combos.}}
*{{buff|Forward smash has slightly more range and does more damage especially if tilted upwards or downwards.}}
*[[Dash attack]]:
*{{nerf|Forward smash has less knockback (30 base/97 growth → 25/96), slightly more start up, and ending lag. It also now has a sourspot located in Dr. Mario's hand.}}
**{{buff|Dash attack has different knockback (100 (base)/40 (scaling) → 90/42). Dr. Mario's dash attack also launches the opponent vertically (90° (clean/late)), whereas Mario's can launch them diagonally or horizontally (60° (clean)/110° (late)). These differences make it more effective for combos at low percentages.}}
*{{buff|While his up smash no longer spikes as of the 1.06 update, it now also has more horizontal knockback allowing for easier side KOs in addition to sending opponents over Dr. Mario.}}
*[[Forward smash]]:
*{{buff| Up smash deals more damage.}}
**{{change|Dr. Mario's forward smash's sweetspot and sourspot are on his arm and [[electric]]ity respectively, whereas Mario's are on the [[flame]] and his arm respectively.}}
*{{nerf|Both hits of down smash deal much less damage (18/15% → 11/13%).}}
***{{nerf|It has lower knockback scaling (99 (sweetspot)/103 (sourspot) → 96/100), partially compensating for the increased damage.}}
*{{buff|Down smash has less base knockback (50 → 30) but much more knockback growth (75 → 100) which makes it stronger at KOing percents.)}}
**{{nerf|It has slightly less range.}}
*{{change|Down smash sweet and sourspots are reversed with the front hit being weaker and the back hit being stronger.}}
**{{change|It has an electric [[effect]], whereas Mario's has a flame effect. This makes it safer on shield, but easier to [[Directional influence|DI]].}}
**{{change|{{GameIcon|ssb4-3ds}}Dr. Mario keeps his fingers outstretched while using forward smash, whereas Mario curls his fingers.}}
*[[Up smash]]:
**{{change|Up smash has different knockback (32 (base)/94 (scaling) → 0/117). Dr. Mario's up smash also launches the opponent horizontally (130°), whereas Mario's launches them vertically (83°). These differences make it significantly more effective for combos at low percentages and KOing while near the edge, but make it significantly less effective for KOing and punishing.}}
**{{buff|It has a longer duration (frames 9-12 → 9-13).}}
*{{buff|The 19% damage increase to [[shield]]s and the increase to [[shieldstun]] make Dr. Mario's smash attacks significantly more effective at pressuring shields.}}


===Aerial attacks===
===Aerial attacks===
*{{nerf|All aerial attacks have more landing lag (10 frames → 12 (neutral), 26 frames → 28 (forward), 12 frames → 16 (back), 12 frames → 14 (up), 19 frames → 21 (down)).}}
*{{nerf|Neutral, up, and down aerials deal less damage (10/14%, 11%, 18% → 5/8%, 7%, and 10% respectively.)}}
*[[Neutral aerial]]:
*{{nerf|Forward aerial now necessitates landing a {{b|sweetspot|hitbox}} to be strong at all. Its sourspots and sweetspots do less damage (17/16% → 16/11/10%) and knockback (50 base/100 growth (sweetspot) and 40/100 (sourspot) → 30/102 (sweetspot) and 20/95 (sourspot)).}}
**{{change|Dr. Mario's neutral aerial deals more damage and has higher knockback the longer it is active, whereas Mario's functions oppositely.}}
*{{buff|Back aerial deals 5% more damage and knockback (43 base/65 growth → 10 base/95 growth), allowing it to function as a KO move.}}
**{{buff|It can lock until ≈40%.}}
*{{nerf|Back aerial no longer semi-spikes (angle was changed to 361 degrees) reducing its edgeguarding potential. It also has a late hitbox that deals less damage.}}
**{{nerf|It has a shorter duration (frames 3-5 (clean) → 3-10, 6-29 (late) → 11-27).}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario uses Mario's back aerial animation from ''[[Brawl]]'' instead of using the back aerial animation from ''[[Melee]]''.}}
*[[Forward aerial]]:
*{{buff|Up aerial deals more base knockback (0 base/100 growth → 9 base/100 growth).}}
**{{buff|Forward aerial's clean hit has higher base damage (14 → 15). Forward aerial also has more knockback scaling (80 (early/late)/78 (clean) → 95/102).}}
*{{change|Up air angle was changed to 45 degrees instead of 55.}}
**{{nerf|The clean hit has less base knockback (32 → 30).}}
*{{buff|Down aerial has stronger knockback. It is also much harder to DI out of the attack.}}
**{{change|The clean hit launches the opponent diagonally (50°), whereas Mario's [[meteor smash]]es them (280°).}}
**{{nerf|The early and late hits have lower base damage (12 (early)/10 (late) → 10/9).}}
*[[Back aerial]]:
**{{buff|Back aerial's clean hit deals more base damage (10.5 → 12), making it more effective for KOing in spite of its lower knockback (12 (base)/106 (scaling) → 10/95).}}
**{{buff|It has a longer duration (frames 6-10 → 6-13).}}
*[[Up aerial]]:
**{{change|Up aerial has less knockback (10 (base)/135 (scaling) → 9/100). Dr. Mario's up aerial also launches the opponent diagonally (45°), whereas Mario's launches them vertically (75°). These differences make its beginning frames capable of edge-guarding, and its ending frames better for aerial combos. However, they also make its beginning frames unusable for KOing, and significantly less effective for juggling and [[SHFF]]'d combos.}}
*[[Down aerial]]:
**{{change|Dr. Mario retains his diagonal corkscrew dropkick as his down aerial, whereas Mario's has been [[Mario Tornado]] as of ''Brawl''.}}
**{{buff|The loop hits have higher base damage (1 → 1.7).}}
**{{nerf|The last hit has lower base damage (5 → 3) and has different knockback (80 (base)/100 (scaling) → 50/120). These differences make it significantly less effective for KOing.}}
**{{buff|The loop hits use the [[Autolink angle|auto-link angle]] (366°), whereas Mario Tornado's launch the opponent vertically (94°). This makes its hits connect together significantly better.}}
**{{change|The last hit launches the opponent diagonally (45°), whereas Mario Tornado's launches them vertically (75°). This makes it capable of edge-guarding, but significantly less effective for juggling.}}
**{{nerf|It has more start-up (frame 5 → 11); ending lag (frame 13 → 27); and smaller hitboxes. It also autocancels later than Mario Tornado (frame 33 → 45), preventing it from autocanceling in a short hop.}}


===Grabs and throws===
===Throws/other attacks===
*[[Back throw]]:
*{{buff|Dr. Mario now grabs with one hand as opposed to two, has a higher grab range, and his throws have less ending lag.}}
**{{nerf|It has less knockback scaling (66 → 60). This makes it less effective for KOing despite its higher damage output.}}
*{{nerf|Back throw has much less knockback compared to ''Melee'' (80 base/72 growth → 70 base/60 growth) much like Mario's back throw in ''Brawl'', though it still is one of the strongest throws in the game.}}
*[[Up throw]]:
**{{change|Due to its higher damage output, up throw is as effective for combos at low percentages in spite of its lower knockback (70 (base)/72 (scaling) → 65/70).}}
*[[Down throw]]:
**{{change|Down throw has altered knockback, with more base knockback, but less knockback scaling (40 (base)/90 (scaling) → 75/45).}}
***{{buff|It has less knockback overall, allowing it to combo for longer and improving its ability to combo into an aerial attack.}}
***{{nerf|However, its higher base knockback causes it put opponents into [[tumble]] at very low percents and worsens its ability to combo into a series of up tilts at low percents.}}
**{{buff|It launches the opponent vertically (80°), whereas Mario's launches them diagonally (68°). This makes its combos less susceptible to [[directional influence]].}}


===Special moves===
===Special moves===
*[[Megavitamins]]
*{{nerf|[[Megavitamins]] deals less damage (8% → 4-6% damage), based on distance.}}
**{{buff|Unlike [[Fireball]], Megavitamins cannot be [[absorb]]ed.}}
*{{buff|Megavitamins are now slightly larger and have longer range.}}
**{{change|It do not have a [[flame]] effect, unlike Fireball.}}
*{{buff|Megavitamins are no longer [[absorb]]able.}}
**{{change|It bounce twice and at a higher angle, whereas Fireball bounces three times and at a lower angle.}}
*{{nerf|Dr. Mario's [[Super Sheet]] does not stall him while he is in mid-air, while it previously did in ''Melee'' on the first use, greatly hindering his recovery. It also deals less damage.}}
**{{change|{{GameIcon|ssb4-3ds}}Dr. Mario keeps his fingers outstretched while using Megavitamins, whereas Mario curls his while using Fireball.}}
*{{buff|[[Super Jump Punch]] now consists of one strong hit that can KO reliably before 150% from neutral and around 100% at the edge. It is now a viable option for combo ending and [[tech chasing]], much akin to [[Dolphin Slash]].}}
*[[Super Sheet]]
*{{nerf|Super Jump Punch cannot be cancelled like its ''Melee'' counterpart, and has significantly increased [[landing lag]]. While Mario's Super Jump Punch had an increase in vertical distance, Dr. Mario's version of the move has the same vertical distance in ''Melee'', meaning his Super Jump Punch covers less distance overall.}}
**{{buff|Compared to [[Cape]], Super Sheet's reflection hitbox has a longer duration (frames 6-20 → 6-22).}}
*{{buff|[[Dr. Tornado]] has a faster start up and a slightly longer duration. The move itself is also harder to escape from, while having increased KO potential, reliably KOing at 100% offstage.}}
**{{change|Compared to Cape, Super Sheet's hitbox is positioned slightly upward. This results in it having slightly more vertical range, but slightly less horizontal range.}}
*{{buff|Dr.Tornado can now be cancelled faster with a double jump.}}
**{{change|Unlike aerial Cape, aerial Super Sheet does not stall Dr. Mario. This makes more effective at [[B-reversing]], but unusable for recovery.}}
*{{nerf|Dr. Tornado deals less damage and does not travel as high when rising, due to the lengthier animation.}}
*[[Super Jump Punch]]
*{{change|Dr. Mario now has a [[Final Smash]], [[Doctor Finale]], which is a higher damaging clone of [[Mario Finale]] but uses two massive Megavitamins instead of fire.}}
**{{change|Dr. Mario's Super Jump Punch consists of a clean hitbox and a late hitbox, whereas Mario's consists of seven hitboxes.}}
**{{buff|Due to its higher damage output, the clean hit is significantly more effective for KOing in spite of its lower knockback (52 (base)/145 (scaling) → 30/100). Dr. Mario's Super Jump Punch also has a longer duration than Mario's (frames 3-11 → 3-19).}}
**{{nerf|It retains its vertical distance from ''Melee'', whereas Mario's has increased, making it less effective for recovery.}}
**{{nerf|Unlike Mario's, It lacks [[intangibility]] on start-up.}}
**{{change|It does not produce {{s|mariowiki|Coin}}s upon contact, whereas Mario's does.}}
*[[Dr. Tornado]]
**{{change|Dr. Mario retains Dr. Tornado as his down special, whereas Mario's has been [[F.L.U.D.D.]] as of ''Brawl''.}}
**{{buff|Unlike F.L.U.D.D., Dr. Tornado deals damage.}}
**{{buff|Compared to F.L.U.D.D., Dr. Tornado is significantly more effective for recovery.}}
**{{nerf|Compared to F.L.U.D.D., Dr. Tornado has significantly less range, making it ineffective for gaining stage control.}}
**{{nerf|Due to dealing damage, It is less effective at [[gimping]].}}
*[[Doctor Finale]]
**{{change|Doctor Finale produces 2D and 3D Megavitamin-based effects and emits Megavitamins' contact sound effect, whereas [[Mario Finale]] produces 3D fiery effects and emits a burning sound effect.}}
**{{buff|Its hitboxes are further out (Z offset: 0 → 10), improving its range.}}


===Other===
==Differences from {{SSB4|Mario}}==
*{{change|Dr. Mario uses Ties as defensive [[Equipment]], whereas Mario uses Overalls.}}
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==Changes from ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
Dr. Mario became one of the most noticeably reworked [[veteran]]s upon his transition from ''Melee'' to ''SSB4''. Unlike in ''Melee'', he now functions as a stronger, yet slower Mario because of multipliers being applied to the majority of his moveset and some of his attributes. However, Dr. Mario's stronger moveset does not compensate for his much slower mobility. As a result, he is among the few characters to have been heavily nerfed in the transition to ''SSB4''.
 
Aside from the multipliers, changes to game mechanics have indirectly buffed and nerfed Dr. Mario. [[Rage]] makes his KOing options KO even heavyweights with relative ease. Additionally, the higher damage multiplier for fully charged smash attacks makes his fully charged forward/up smashes even more potent. Lastly, the changes to shields and [[shieldstun]] supplement Dr. Mario's smash attacks by making them much better at pressuring shields. However, the removal of [[chain grab]]bing significantly worsens his up and down throws' damage racking potentials, while the removal of [[wavedash]]ing further compounds his already worsened approach.
 
A number of Dr. Mario's moves have received buffs and nerfs. Down tilt now functions like Mario's, and is thus a reliable combo starter at low to high percentages. Up aerial's lower launching angle makes it better for edge-guarding and partaking in combos. Down aerial and Dr. Tornado's hitbox alterations result in their hits connecting together better. Megavitamins have longer ranges, are no longer [[absorb]]able and, when used in the air, descend faster. Super Jump Punch now possesses KO potential, thanks to it functioning like a less polarized version of {{SSB4|Luigi}}'s Super Jump Punch. Conversely, neutral attack deals much less damage; forward aerial is only effective when sweetspotted; up aerial has significantly worsened juggling potential; down aerial and Megavitamins have lower damage outputs, more lag, shorter durations and, in the case of the latter, a smaller hitbox; and back throw's KO potential has worsened.
 
However, several of Dr. Mario's moves have been ambivalently buffed and nerfed. Up tilt's consistent angle makes more reliable for combo, but at the cost of its versatility. Up smash is no longer a [[spike]], which makes its KO potential more consistent at the cost of significantly worsening its ability to start combos. Down smash's front hit is now a semi-spike, but has a much lower damage output. Neutral aerial's lower damage output makes its clean hitbox better for set-ups, yet removes its late hitbox's KO potential. Back aerial's clean hitbox now possesses KO potential, yet is no longer a semi-spike. Lastly, Super Jump Punch can now be [[B-reverse]]d upon landing its clean hitbox, but at the cost of its ability to be [[Super Jump Punch#Up-B cancel|canceled]].
 
Despite being poor in ''Melee'', Dr. Mario's recovery also received a mix of buffs and nerfs. His jump is higher, his air speed is faster, he can now [[wall jump]] like his normal self, and [[Dr. Tornado]] can now be moved horizontally. However, Dr. Tornado now covers much less vertical distance, while [[Super Sheet]] no longer stalls him in the air. As a result, Dr. Mario is forced to mix up the usage of Dr. Tornado by using it before his jump, before his double jump, or after his double jump.
 
All in all, Dr. Mario’s overhaul changed him for the worse, as he has become a significantly less effective character than he was in ''Melee'', especially when comparing him to {{SSB4|Mario}}. As such, he is widely regarded as an unviable low tier character, and is overall one of the most nerfed characters in ''Smash 4'', alongside {{SSB4|Wario}}, {{SSB4|Marth}} prior to updates, {{SSB4|Kirby}}, {{SSB4|Falco}}, {{SSB4|Olimar}}, {{SSB4|Meta Knight}} prior to updates, and {{SSB4|King Dedede}}.


===Aesthetics===
===Aesthetics===
*{{change|Dr. Mario's design is now a combination of his appearance as of ''{{s|mariowiki|Dr. Mario Online Rx}}'', and his appearance in ''Super Smash Bros. Melee''. His fair skin; dark brown hair; fully buttoned {{s|wikipedia|white coat}}; red tie; and tawny shoes are from ''Online Rx'' and subsequent [[mariowiki:Dr. Mario (series)|''Dr. Mario'' games]], whereas his white coat's loose sleeves and dark gray pants are from ''Melee''.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's victory poses, idle poses, on-screen appearance and taunts are different.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's neck is longer, his pants are now slightly rolled up at his ankles, the collar of his shirt is open, his tie is loose and his stethoscope's tubing and head mirror's headband are dark gray and dark taupe, respectively, instead of steel blue and cordovan, respectively. These changes are unique to ''SSB4''.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's idle stance is similar to Mario's, but noticeably slower.}}
*{{change|{{GameIcon|ssb4-u}}Dr. Mario's coat and stethoscope have individual physics.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario is less vocal than Mario.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario has received three new [[alternate costume]]s.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario has been updated with universal features introduced in ''Brawl''.}}
**{{change|Dr. Mario uses various voice clips for any move between the third hit of his [[neutral attack]], any [[tilt attack]], his [[dash attack]], and any [[aerial attack]], and always uses specific clips for both his up and down [[smash attack]]s.}}
**{{change|Dr. Mario now has an [[on-screen appearance]] and two new [[taunt]]s. His taunt from ''Melee'' has been moved to his side taunt.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario no longer uses his [[stun]] voice clip when waking out of [[asleep|sleep]] status.}}
*{{change|Walk's animation has changed. It is now identical to Mario's as of ''Brawl''.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario has a new [[idle pose]]. He now punches his open palm with his fist. However, his stance while holding a light [[item]] is now identical to {{SSB4|Mario}}'s.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario has a new [[victory pose]]. He now contemplatively rubs his chin with his hand. It replaces the "Here we go!" victory pose that he shared with {{SSBM|Mario}} in ''Melee''.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's chest now faces the foreground, regardless of whether he is facing left or right.}}


===Attributes===
===Attributes===
*{{change|Dr. Mario is slightly shorter. This makes his hurtbox slightly smaller, but slightly hinders his range.}}
*{{buff|Dr. Mario is stronger overall compared to Mario, as he has higher damage percentages on moves such as his up tilt, up smash, back aerial, up aerial, forward tilt and all of his throws.}}
*{{change|Due to the majority of Mario's damage output having slightly decreased since ''Brawl'', the majority of Dr. Mario's damage output has also slightly decreased. This slightly improves his combo game, but slightly hinders his damage racking potential.}}
*{{nerf|Dr. Mario's horizontal movement speeds are 18% slower than Mario's.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario is lighter (100 → 98), as he now [[Weight|weighs]] as much as {{SSBB|Mario}} as of ''Brawl''. This makes him slightly less susceptible to combos, but slightly hinders his endurance.}}
*{{nerf|Dr. Mario does not jump as high as Mario, negatively affecting his overall recovery.}}
*{{nerf|Dr. Mario [[walk]]s slower (1.1 → 0.913).}}
*{{buff|Dr. Mario's short hop is lower, making it easier for him to perform short hopped aerials.}}
*{{nerf|Dr. Mario [[dash]]es slower (1.5 → 1.3312).}}
*{{nerf|Dr. Mario does not crouch as low as Mario.}}
*{{nerf|Dr. Mario's [[traction]] is lower (0.06 → 0.045), as it is now identical to Mario's.}}
*{{buff|Dr. Mario's [[air speed]] is faster (0.9 → 0.9315).}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's [[falling speed]] is slower (1.7 → 1.5). This makes him less susceptible to combos, but hinders his vertical endurance.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's [[gravity]] is lower (0.095 → 0.08715). This slightly improves his horizontal endurance, but slightly hinders his aerial mobility.}}
*{{buff|[[Roll]]s and [[air dodge]] have decreased ending lag (FAF 31 → 30 (rolls), FAF 48 → 33 (air dodge)).}}
*{{nerf|[[Sidestep]] has increased ending lag (FAF 22 → 27).}}
*{{nerf|Rolls and air dodge have decreased [[intangibility]] frames (frames 4-19 → 4-16 (rolls), frames 4-29 → 3-27 (air dodge)).}}
*{{buff|Sidestep has increased intangibility frames (frames 2-15 → 3-17).}}
*{{buff|Dr. Mario [[jump]]s higher and can now [[wall jump]].}}
*{{nerf|[[Jump#Jump timing|Jumpsquat]] is slower (4 frames → 5).}}
*{{change|Backward jump's animation has changed. Dr. Mario now performs a [[mariowiki:Somersault|Backward Somersault]] repeatedly like Mario does, instead of once.}}
*{{nerf|The removal of [[wavedash]]ing significantly hinders Dr. Mario's approach.}}
*{{nerf|The removal of [[meteor canceling]] harms Dr. Mario more than any returning veteran, due to his lack of a meteor smash.}}


===Ground attacks===
===Ground attacks===
*[[Neutral attack]]:
*{{buff|[[Neutral attack]] combo deals more damage and knockback than Mario's. It also slightly launches the opponent with set knockback for the first two hits, making it easier to [[jab cancel]] with than Mario's jab.}}
**{{nerf|Neutral attack deals less damage (4% (hit 1)/3% (hit 2)/6% (hit 3) → 2.8%/1.68%/4.48%), although its last hit's knockback was somewhat compensated (18 (base)/100 (scaling) → 45/80).}}
*{{nerf|Neutral attack is slower and has slightly more ending lag, and cannot [[jab lock]].}}
**{{nerf|Neutral attack has increased ending lag (FAF 16 (hit 1)/19 (hit 2)/23 (hit 3) → 23/25/36), hindering its [[jab cancel]]ing potential. Its last hit also has increased start-up lag (frame 5 → 7) and a shorter duration (frames 5-9 → 7-8).}}
*{{buff|Dash attack sends opponents completely vertically instead of obliquely, increasing his combo ability.}}
**{{buff|Neutral attack's first hit is now a consecutive jab. Its second hit also has decreased start-up lag (frame 3 → 2). This makes its first two hits connect together better.}}
*{{buff|Forward smash is more powerful, dealing 5% more damage uncharged and 7% more damage when fully charged.}}
**{{change|Neutral attack's first and second hits' angles have been altered (83°/83°/85° (both) → 60°/70°/80° (hit 1)/70°/78°/88° (hit 2)).}}
*{{nerf|Forward smash has less range.}}
*[[Forward tilt]]:
*{{change|The sweetspot of Dr. Mario's forward smash is at his arm, where Mario's sweetspots on the flame effect, which means that the sweetspot attack has to be at closer range.}}
**{{change|Forward tilt now deals consistent damage (9% (upward)/8% (non-angled)/7% (downward) → 7.84% (all)).}}
*{{change|Forward smash is an [[electric]] attack rather than a [[flame]] attack.}}
**{{nerf|Forward tilt have increased start-up lag (frame 4 → 5) along with having a shorter duration (frames 4-8 → 5-7).}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's up smash launches opponents at a more horizontal angle compared to Mario's.}}
*[[Up tilt]]:
**{{change|Up tilt deals less damage (10% (clean)/8% (late) → 7.056%). Due to consisting of a consistent hitbox instead of a clean hitbox and a late hitbox, up tilt's angle has also been altered ([[Sakurai angle|361°]] (clean)/100° (late) → 96°). When coupled with the changes to [[hitstun canceling]], these changes improve its combo potential. However, these changes hinder its utility.}}
**{{nerf|Up tilt have increased start-up lag (frame 4 → 5) along with having a shorter duration (frames 4-12 → 5-11).}}
*[[Down tilt]]:
**{{buff|Down tilt deals less damage (9% → 7.84% (body)/5.6% (foot)); has decreased ending lag (FAF 33 → 28); and its angle has been altered (150° → 80° (body/foot)). When coupled with the changes to hitstun canceling, these changes grant it combo potential at low to high percentages.}}
**{{nerf|Down tilt has a shorter duration (frames 5-8 → 5-7).}}
*[[Dash attack]]:
**{{change|Dash attack deals less damage (9% (clean)/8% (late) → 8.96%/6.72%). However, its clean hitbox's knockback was compensated (70 (base)/30 (scaling) → 90/42), and its late hitbox's knockback was somewhat compensated (60 (base)/50 (scaling) → 90/42). Its angle has also been altered (80° (clean)/85° (late) → 90° (both)). When coupled with the changes to hitstun canceling, these changes slightly improve its combo potential at low percentages. However, these changes slightly hinder its safety.}}
*{{buff|The 19% damage increase to [[shield]]s and the increase to [[shieldstun]] significantly improve all smash attacks' shield pressuring potentials.}}
*[[Forward smash]]:
**{{buff|Non-angled and downward angled forward smash deal more damage (19% (non-angled)/18% (downward) → 19.04%/19.6112%), although their knockback was compensated (30 (base)/97 (scaling) → 25/96). Forward smash has also received a sourspot located at the blast of [[electric]]ity that deals 16.464% (upward)/15.68% (non-angled)/16.1504% (downward). This increases its range.}}
**{{buff|Due to the damage multiplier for fully charged smash attacks being increased from ''Melee'' to ''SSB4'' (1.3671× → 1.4×), fully charged forward and up smashes deal more damage (27.342% (upward)/25.9749% (non-angled)/24.6078% (downward) (forward) → 27.9888%/26.656%/27.45568%, 21.8736% (clean)/17.7723% (late) (up) → 21.952%).}}
**{{nerf|Upward angled forward smash deals 0.008% less damage (20% → 19.992%) and has decreased knockback (30 (base)/97 (scaling) → 25/96), slightly hindering its KO potential. Forward angled also has increased start-up (frame 12 → 15), ending lag (FAF 42 → 48), and a shorter duration (frames 12-16 → 15-17).}}
*[[Up smash]]:
**{{change|Due to consisting of a consistent hitbox instead of a clean hitbox and a late hitbox, up smash now deals consistent damage (16% (clean)/13% (late) → 15.68%).}}
**{{change|Due to its angle being altered (259° (clean/late) → 130°), up smash is no longer a [[spike]]. This improves its KO potential, but significantly hinders its combo potential.}}
**{{buff|Up smash has a longer duration (frames 9-11 → 9-13) and increased intangibility frames (frames 9-11 → 9-13).}}
*[[Down smash]]:
**{{nerf|Down smash's front hit deals less damage (18% (clean)/17% (late) → 11.2%), hindering its KO potential. Additionally, down smash has increased ending lag (FAF 38 → 44). Lastly, down smash's back hit has a shorter duration (frames 14-15 → 14).}}
**{{buff|Due to consisting of a consistent hitbox instead of a clean hitbox and a late hitbox, down smash's back hit now deals consistent damage (15% (clean)/13% (late) → 13.44%). However, its knockback was somewhat compensated (45 (base)/75 (scaling) → 30/100). These changes improve its KO potential in spite of its damage output being lower than the clean hitbox's.}}
**{{buff|Due to its angle being altered (361° (front/back) → 32° (front)/30° (back)), down smash is now a [[semi-spike]]. This significantly improves its edge-guarding potential.}}


===Aerial attacks===
===Aerial attacks===
*[[Neutral aerial]]:
*{{change|Neutral aerial ([[sex kick]]) does more damage and knockback the longer it sticks out compared to Mario's, which functions oppositely.}}
**{{change|Clean neutral aerial deals 4.4% less damage (10% → 5.6%) and its angle has been altered (50° → 361°). When coupled with the changes to hitstun canceling, these changes improve its combo potential. However, these changes hinder its spacing and edge-guarding potential. The late hit also has a longer duration (frames 20-31 → 11-27).}}
*{{change|Forward aerial does not [[meteor smash]], while instead dealing more damage and launching the opponent at an oblique angle when sweetspotted.}}
**{{nerf|Late neutral aerial deals 5.04% less damage (14% → 8.96%) and has decreased knockback (20 (base)/100 (scaling) → 13/90), significantly hindering its spacing and KO potential. It also has a shorter duration (frames 3-31 → 3-27).}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario's down aerial is a [[Drill (archetype)|drill kick]] while Mario's down aerial has been [[Mario Tornado]] since ''Brawl''. As a result, Dr. Mario's down aerial sends the opponent at a different angle compared to Mario's.}}
**{{buff|Neutral aerial auto-cancels earlier (frame 36 → 34), matching Mario's neutral aerial. Due to Dr. Mario's slower falling speed and lower gravity, it can now autocancel in a short hop.}}
*{{buff|Down aerial does slightly more damage than Mario Tornado.}}
*[[Forward aerial]]:
*{{nerf|Down aerial deals much less knockback and has slower startup than Mario Tornado.}}
**{{change|Due to its arm hitbox being removed, forward aerial now deals consistent damage (17% (arm)/16% (fist) → 16.8%).}}
**{{nerf|It deals less knockback overall (50 (base)/100 (scaling) (arm)/40/100 (fist) → 30/102), hindering its KO potential.}}
**{{change|Forward aerial's angle has been lowered (60° → 50°). This hinders its KO potential off the top blast zone, but slightly improves it near the edge.}}
**{{change|Forward aerial has received an early hitbox and a late hitbox that deal 11.2% and 10.08%, respectively. These changes decrease its start-up lag (frame 18 → 16) and lengthen its duration (frames 18-22 → 16-22). However, these changes make it more susceptible to punishment at low to medium percentages.}}
**{{buff|Forward aerials auto-cancels earlier (frame 44 → 43).}}
*[[Back aerial]]:
**{{buff|Back aerial deals more damage (8% (clean)/7% (late) → 13.44%/7.84%). However, its clean hitbox's knockback was somewhat compensated (43 (base)/65 (scaling) → 10/95), and its late hitbox's knockback was compensated (20 (base)/100 (scaling) → 7/90 (late)). These changes significantly improve its clean hitbox's KO potential.}}
**{{nerf|Back aerial has increased ending lag (FAF 29 → 34) and a shorter duration (frames 6-16 → 6-13). Due to its angle being altered (28° → 361°), clean back aerial is also no longer a semi-spike, hindering its edge-guarding potential.}}
*[[Up aerial]]:
**{{buff|Up aerial deals 2.16% less damage (10% → 7.84%), although its base knockback was compensated (0 → 9). It also has decreased ending lag (FAF 34 → 32). When coupled with the changes to hitstun canceling, these changes improve its combo potential at low to medium percentages.}}
**{{change|Up aerial's angle has been altered (55° → 45°). This improves its edge-guarding potential, but significantly hinders its juggling potential.}}
**{{nerf|Up aerial auto-cancels later (frame 16 → 18).}}
*[[Down aerial]]:
**{{nerf|Due to consisting of five hits instead of seven, down aerial deals 10.024% less damage (21% → 10.976%). It also has increased start-up (frame 10 → 11), much more ending lag (FAF 38 → 52), and auto-cancels later (frame 33 → 45), no longer being interruptible.}}
**{{change|Down aerial now consists of a consistent hitbox that re-hits every 4 frames and launches at 95°/[[Autolink angle|366°]], instead of multiple hitboxes every 3 frames that launch at 80°. These changes make its hits connect together better, but shorten its duration (frames 10-29 → 11-27).}}
**{{buff|Down aerial has received a landing hitbox that deals 2.24% and launches at 361°. Down aerial's last hit also no longer has set knockback. These changes improve its safety.}}
**{{buff|The weakening of [[SDI]] makes down aerial significantly more difficult to escape from.}}


===Throws/other attacks===
===Grabs and throws===
*{{buff|All grabs have increased ranges. Standing and dash grabs also have decreased start-up (frame 7 → 6 (standing), frame 11 → 8 (dash)) and ending lag (FAF 31 → 29 (standing), FAF 41 → 36 (dash)).}}
*{{buff|Up, back, and forward throws do 1% more damage.}}
*{{change|All grabs' animations have changed. Dr. Mario now reaches out with one hand, instead of using both to clinch the opponent.}}
*{{change|Down throw has more base knockback, giving Dr. Mario different followups compared to Mario. At higher percents, Dr. Mario's down throw has less horizontal knockback growth compared to Mario's allowing for easier aerial followups.}}
*[[Pummel]]:
**{{buff|Pummel deals 0.64% more damage (3% → 3.64%), making it the most damaging in the game by default. It is also faster (24 frames → 23).}}
*[[Forward throw]]:
**{{change|Forward throw deals 0.04% less damage (9% → 8.96%) and has decreased knockback scaling (72 → 60). When coupled with the changes to hitstun canceling, these changes grant it combo potential into dash attack at low percentages. However, these changes hinder its edge-guarding potential.}}
*[[Back throw]]:
**{{nerf|Back throw deals more damage (12% (throw)/8% (collateral) → 12.32%/8.96%), although its knockback was compensated (80 (base)/72 (scaling) → 70/60). This hinders its KO potential in spite of its higher damage output.}}
*[[Up throw]]:
**{{nerf|Up throw deals 0.16% less damage (8% → 7.84%) and has decreased knockback (70 (base)/80 (scaling) → 65/70). When coupled with the removal of [[chain grab]]bing, these changes significantly hinder its damage racking potential.}}
*[[Down throw]]:
**{{buff|Down throw deals 0.4% less damage (6% → 5.6%), although its knockback scaling was compensated (40 → 45). Its angle has also been altered (90° → 80°). When coupled with the changes to hitstun canceling, these changes improve its combo potential at low to medium percentages.}}
**{{nerf|The removal of chain grabbing significantly hinders down throw's damage racking potential.}}
*[[Floor attack]]:
**{{change|Due to the introduction of [[tripping]] in ''Brawl'', Dr. Mario has received a floor attack when he trips.}}
**{{buff|Front and back floor attacks deal 1.84% more damage (6% → 7.84%).}}
*[[Edge attack]]:
**{{change|Edge attack now deals consistent damage (6% (body)/8% (legs) → 7.84%).}}


===Special moves===
===Special moves===
*[[Megavitamins]]:
*{{buff|Dr. Mario's [[Megavitamins]] are now classified as physical projectiles rather than energy projectiles like Mario's [[Fireball]]s are, which means that Megavitamins are no longer [[Absorption|absorbable]].}}
**{{buff|Megavitamins have increased range and can no longer be [[absorb]]ed. Aerial Megavitamins also descend faster.}}
*{{change|Megavitamin bounces twice while Fireball bounces three times.}}
**{{nerf|Megavitamins deal less damage (8% → 5.6% (early)/4.48% (late)) and have a smaller hitbox. They also have increased start-up (frame 14 → 17); ending lag (FAF 44 → 53); and a shorter duration (frames 14-89 → 17-69).}}
*{{buff|Dr. Mario's [[Super Sheet]] does more damage and has more vertical range than Mario's [[Cape]].}}
**{{change|Megavitamins' visual effects have changed. They are significantly more vibrant, more rounded, and {{GameIcon|ssb4-3ds}}lack a translucent half.}}
*{{nerf|Super Sheet does not stall him in the air like Mario's Cape does and has less horizontal range.}}
*[[Super Sheet]]:
*{{buff|Dr. Mario's [[Super Jump Punch]] has only two hitboxes, and does more damage at the start of the attack, just like Luigi's. It deals more damage than Mario's and has more knockback, making it an a effective KO move.}}
**{{buff|Super Sheet can now [[reflect]] projectiles behind Dr. Mario.}}
*{{nerf|Dr. Mario's Super Jump Punch has less vertical distance than Mario's.}}
**{{buff|Super Sheet has a longer duration to [[reflect]] projectiles compared to Mario's [[Cape]] (frames 6-22).}}
*{{change|Super Jump Punch does not make a coin sound when used on an opponent.}}
**{{nerf|Super Sheet deals less damage (12% (near)/10% (far) → 7.84%) and has decreased knockback (30 (base)/80 (scaling) → 0/0). It also has a significantly smaller hitbox.}}
*{{change|Dr. Mario has [[Dr. Tornado]] as his down special rather than [[F.L.U.D.D.]].}}
**{{change|Aerial Super Sheet no longer stalls Dr. Mario. This improves its mobility and [[B-reversing]] potential, but removes its recovery potential.}}
*{{buff|Dr. Mario's [[Doctor Finale]] deals more damage than Mario's [[Mario Finale]].}}
**{{bugfix|Super Sheet no longer causes opponents warping to the opposite side of the stage after being hit during the ledge get up.}}
*[[Super Jump Punch]]:
**{{buff|Due to having a clean hitbox and a late hitbox instead of five consecutive hitboxes, Super Jump Punch has an altered damage output (5% (hit 1)/2% (hits 2-4)/3% (hit 5) → 13.44% (clean)/6.72% (late)). This significantly improves its KO potential in spite of its clean hitbox having less knockback (40 (base)/160 (scaling) → 30/100).}}
**{{buff|Super Jump Punch can now be B-reversed upon hitting with its clean hitbox. This grants it edge-guarding potential, and improves its safety.}}
**{{nerf|Super Jump Punch has increased landing lag and a shorter duration (frames 3-21 → 3-19).}}
**{{nerf|Super Jump Punch can no longer be [[Super Jump Punch#Up-B cancel|canceled]].}}
**{{change|Super Jump Punch's visual effects have changed. It no longer produces {{s|mariowiki|Coin}}s upon contact.}}
*[[Dr. Tornado]]:
**{{buff|Dr. Tornado can now be moved horizontally, granting it horizontal recovery potential.}}
**{{buff|Dr. Tornado has decreased ending lag (FAF 80 → 75).}}
**{{buff|The weakening of SDI makes Dr. Tornado significantly more difficult to escape from.}}
**{{nerf|Dr. Tornado deals less damage (13% (all grounded hits)/14% (all aerial hits) → 8.736% (all hits)), although its last hit's knockback was compensated (75 (base)/120 (scaling) (grounded), 80 (base)/120 (scaling) (aerial) → 80/130 (both)). It also has increased start-up lag (frame 8 → 10).}}
**{{nerf|Aerial Dr. Tornado covers significantly less vertical distance, significantly hindering its vertical recovery potential.}}
**{{change|Dr. Tornado now consists of a consistent hitbox that re-hits every 6 frames and launch at 90°/180°/360°, instead of multiple hitboxes with short durations that launch at 180°/160°/100°. These changes make its hits connect together better, but shorten its duration (frames 8-39 → 10-40).}}
**{{change|Dr. Tornado's last hit's angle has been altered (361° → 45°).}}
**{{change|Dr. Tornado's loop hits have lost their [[Priority#Transcendent priority|transcendent priority]], whereas its last hit has received transcendent priority. This allows its last hit to cancel out non-transcendent attacks, but hinders its loop hits' safety against incoming moves.}}
**{{change|Dr. Mario's now vocalizes when performing the final hit of Dr. Tornado, with the voice clip coming from Mario's [[F.L.U.D.D.]]}}
*[[Final Smash]]:
**{{change|Dr. Mario now has a [[Final Smash]], [[Doctor Finale]]. Dr. Mario rears his arms back before thrusting them forward to launch two gigantic Megavitamins that move across the screen in a spiraling motion, which trap and repeatedly damage any opponents in their path.}}


==Update history==
===Other===
Dr. Mario has been buffed slightly via game updates. Updates [[1.0.4]] and [[1.0.6]] improved his forward aerial's KO potential by increasing its knockback and its sweetspot's damage output, respectively. Update [[1.1.0]] followed a similar format in regard Dr. Mario's up smash, as it increased its duration and knockback. Unlike {{SSB4|Mario}}, the changes to [[shield]]s and [[shieldstun]] brought about by updates 1.1.0 and [[1.1.1]] are a mixed bag for Dr. Mario, instead of an indirect nerf. Although they hinder his [[out of shield]] options because of his low traction, his above-average damage output makes his most powerful moves noticeably safer on shield compared to Mario's.
*{{change|Dr. Mario uses Ties as defensive [[Equipment]] rather than Overalls.}}
 
'''{{GameIcon|ssb4-3ds}} [[1.0.4]]'''
{{UpdateList/1.0.4|char=Dr. Mario}}
 
'''{{GameIcon|ssb4}} [[1.0.6]]'''
{{UpdateList/1.0.6|char=Dr. Mario}}
 
'''{{GameIcon|ssb4}} [[1.1.0]]'''
*{{buff|Up smash's knockback scaling increased|108|117.}}
*{{buff|Up smash's duration increased|frames 9-12|9-13.}}
 
'''{{GameIcon|ssb4}} [[1.1.1]]'''
*{{buff|Clothesline Tornado deals 1% more damage|10.2% (hit 1)/12.44% (hit 2)|11.2%/13.44%, although its first hit's knockback was somewhat compensated: 60 (base)/120 (scaling) → 100/70.}}
*{{buff|Clothesline Tornado's first hit's hitbox size increased.}}


==Moveset==
==Moveset==
*Dr. Mario can [[wall jump]].
For unknown reasons, instead of Dr. Mario having notably different damage values as compared to Mario, all the damage values of his moveset are multiplied by 1.12. [http://smashboards.com/threads/complete-hitbox-frame-data-for-every-character-now-with-ko-percents.383550/ (source)] This does not apply to items or reflected attacks.
''For a gallery of Dr. Mario's hitboxes, see [[/Hitboxes|here]].''
{{MovesetTable
{{MovesetTable
|game=SSB4
|game=SSB4
|neutralcount=3
|neutralcount=3
|neutralname=Jab ({{ja|ジャブ|Jabu}}) / Straight ({{ja|ストレート|Sutorēto}}) / Kick Up ({{ja|けりあげ|Keri Age}})
|neutralname=&nbsp;
|neutral1dmg=2.8%
|neutral1dmg=2.8%
|neutral2dmg=1.68%
|neutral2dmg=1.68%
|neutral3dmg=4.48%
|neutral3dmg=4.48%
|neutraldesc=The {{s|mariowiki|Punch}} + Punch + {{s|mariowiki|Kick}} combo from ''Super Mario 64''. It hits on frame 2, which makes it among the fastest moves in the game. Its first hit can also [[jab lock]] like the first hit of [[Mario (SSB4)|his normal self]]'s neutral attack. However, its higher ending lag makes it less effective at jab locking and unreliable at [[jab cancel]]ing compared to Mario's.
|neutraldesc=Dr. Mario jabs with one fist, his other fist, and then finishes with a forward kick. The first two jabs have set knockback which lightly pop the opponent into the air, allowing for Dr. Mario to potentially perform jab cancel followups such as a [[grab]]. Startup of 3 frames.
|ftiltname=Middle Kick ({{ja|ミドルキック|Midoru Kikku}})
|ftiltname=&nbsp;
|ftiltdmg=7.84%
|ftiltdmg=7.84%
|ftiltdesc=A wheel kick. It can be angled and is useful for jab locking. Due to its average damage output and almost nonexistent base knockback, however, it only becomes reliable for spacing beginning at 50%.
|ftiltdesc=Dr. Mario performs a quick spinning kick. Sends opponent at a [[sakurai angle]], but this is only apparent at higher percents. Low KO potential, but can be used to space opponents and serve as a defensive move. Startup of 5 frames.
|utiltname=Uppercut ({{ja|アッパーカット|Appākatto}})
|utiltname=&nbsp;
|utiltdmg=7.056%
|utiltdmg=7.056%
|utiltdesc=A spinning uppercut. Compared to his normal self's up tilt, its higher damage output makes it better at juggling. By extension, it can even function as a situational KOing option, unlike Mario's. On Final Destination, it KOs middleweights at 165%/156% (''3DS''/''Wii U''). However, its higher damage output makes it less effective at chaining into itself past low percentages. It appears to be based on the second hit of the [[mariowiki:List of weapons in Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars|Mega Glove]]'s combo from ''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars''.
|utiltdesc=Dr. Mario performs a spinning uppercut. Does more damage than Mario's, allowing for more hitstun for utilt juggles. Gains KO potential around 160%. Startup of 5 frames.
|dtiltname=Spinning Low Kick ({{ja|スピニングローキック|Supiningu Rō Kikku}})
|dtiltname=&nbsp;
|dtiltdmg=5.6% (foot), 7.84% (body)
|dtiltdmg=5.6% (foot), 7.84% (body)
|dtiltdesc=A legsweep. It is Dr. Mario's best combo starter, thanks to it hitting on frame 5 and launching at 80°. It can combo into neutral attack and a grab at 0%-15%; itself, all smash attacks, and Super Jump Punch at 0%-20%; up tilt, a dashing up smash, and a short hopped Super Jump Punch at low to medium percentages; and back and up aerials at medium to high percentages. It also has forward aerial as a KO mix-up at high percentages, but this requires a hard read. However, it has short range.
|dtiltdesc=Dr. Mario sweeps with his leg low to the ground, popping the opponent into the air. Relatively fast as it starts up in 5 frames, can be used to for a variety of followups at early to mid percents, such as Dr. Mario's jab combo or [[Super Jump Punch]].
|dashname=Sliding ({{ja|スライディング|Suraidingu}})
|dashname=&nbsp;
|dashdmg=8.96% (clean), 6.72% (late)
|dashdmg=8.96% (clean), 6.72% (late)
|dashdesc=The {{s|mariowiki|Slide Kick}}. Its clean and late hitboxes both launch at 90°, which make it better for set-ups at low percentages compared to his normal self's dash attack. However, it has a fair amount of ending lag like Mario's.
|dashdesc=Dr. Mario slides forward and kicks with both feet. Sends opponent at a purely vertical angle. Fair amount of endlag.
|fsmashname=Defibrillator ({{ja|心臓マッサージ|Shinzō Massāji}}, ''Cardiac Massage'')
|fsmashname=&nbsp;
|fsmashangles=3
|fsmashangles=3
|fsmashupdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|19.992}} (arm), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|16.464}} (hand)
|fsmashupdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|19.992}} (arm), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|16.464}} (hand)
|fsmashsidedmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|19.04}} (arm), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|15.68}} (hand)
|fsmashsidedmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|19.04}} (arm), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|15.68}} (hand)
|fsmashdowndmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|19.6112}} (arm), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|16.1504}} (hand)
|fsmashdowndmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|19.6112}} (arm), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|16.1504}} (hand)
|fsmashdesc=A palm thrust that produces a blast of [[electric]]ity. Unlike in ''Melee'', it now consists of a sweetspot and a sourspot: the former is on Dr. Mario's arm, whereas the latter is the blast of electricity. Its sweetspot's impressive damage output and high knockback scaling make it Dr. Mario's strongest smash attack, and while its sourspot deals slightly less damage, it is also strong enough to KO reliably. Angling upward or downward slightly increases its KO ability, with the upward angled version KOing the earliest. While near the edge of Final Destination, its sweetspot KOs middleweights beginning from 72%/64% (''3DS''/''Wii U''), whereas the sourspot KOs middleweights beginning at 89%/80% (''3DS''/''Wii U'').
|fsmashdesc=Dr. Mario thrusts his arm forward and produces a small blast of electricity. It has longer range than in ''Melee'', but now has a sweetspot at Dr. Mario's arm with the sourspot being the electricity. Gains KO potential from the center of the stage at 85-90%, but can kill quite early at around 65% near the edge.
|usmashname=Ear, Nose, and Throat ({{ja|スマッシュヘッドバット|Sumasshu Heddobatto}}, ''Smash Headbutt'')
|usmashname=&nbsp;
|usmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|15.68}}
|usmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|15.68}}
|usmashdesc=An upward arcing headbutt. It hits on frame 9, which is quite fast for a smash attack. It also renders Dr. Mario's head [[Intangibility|intangible]] throughout its duration like his normal self's up smash. However, its duration is slightly longer than Mario's. Unlike Mario's, it functions almost identically to {{SSB4|Luigi}}'s up smash, which launches opponents diagonally instead of vertically, and will launch them in the opposite direction of where Dr. Mario is facing so long as they are in front of him. Compared to Luigi's, it launches at 130° instead of 110°, which grants it much greater combo and edge-guarding potential in comparison. When uncharged, it can combo into itself, up tilt and Super Jump Punch at 0%-10%, and into forward and down tilt at 10%-15%. While near the edge of Final Destination, it KOs middleweights at 105%/96% (''3DS''/''Wii U''). However, its launching angle makes it unreliable at KOing while away from the edge, whereas Mario and, to a slightly lesser degree, Luigi's versions can KO reliably from anywhere on-stage.
|usmashdesc=Dr. Mario performs a standard headbutt skyward, sending opponents horizontally towards him as of the 1.06 update. Dr. Mario's head has intangibility frames. Because it can potentially send the opponent over Dr. Mario it can be used to attack an opponent with their back towards Dr. Mario.  
|dsmashname=Break Spin ({{ja|ブレイクスピン|Bureiku Supin}})
|dsmashname=&nbsp;
|dsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|11.2}} (front), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|13.44}} (back)
|dsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|11.2}} (hit 1), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|13.44}} (hit 2)
|dsmashdesc=The {{s|mariowiki|Sweep Kick}}. Due to it hitting on frame 5, it is tied with {{SSB4|Pit}}, {{SSB4|Dark Pit}}, {{SSB4|Zelda}}, {{SSB4|Ryu}} and his normal self's down smashes for the second fastest smash attack of any kind in the game, being surpassed only by {{SSB4|Meta Knight}}'s [[buffer]]ed down smash. It is also a [[semi-spike]], which makes it excellent for edge-guarding. Its back hit is stronger and more damaging than the front hit, but the front hit is still powerful and capable of KOing. Depending on the opponent's position, both of its hits can potentially hit them. While near the edge of Final Destination, its back hit KOs middleweights at 97%/88% (''3DS''/''Wii U''), while the front hit does so at 121%/110% (''3DS''/''Wii U''). However, it is Dr. Mario's least damaging smash attack, and its 29 frames of ending lag make it punishable.
|dsmashdesc=Dr. Mario performs a breakdance sweep. While the damage is rather low for a down smash, it gains rather high KO potential around 100% near the edge in addition to sending the opponent at a somewhat horizontal angle. Regardless, down smash is relatively fast at 5 frames allowing it to be used as a quick punish.
|nairname=Dr. Kick ({{ja|ドクターキック|Dokutā Kikku}})
|nairname=&nbsp;
|nairdmg=5.6% (clean), 8.96% (late)
|nairdmg=5.6% (clean), 8.96% (late)
|nairdesc=A flying kick. It hits on frame 3, which is the lowest amount of start-up lag out of Dr. Mario's aerials. Like in ''Melee'', it is a "reverse [[sex kick]]": its late hitbox deals more damage and has more knockback, whereas its clean hitbox deals less damage and has less knockback. It can also auto-cancel with a short hop. Thanks to these traits, its late hitbox is decent for edge-guarding, whereas its clean hitbox is a useful set-up option when [[SHFF]]'d and a decent combo breaker.
|nairdesc=Does an inverted [[sex kick]], which increases in power the longer it's held out. The early attack frames allow it to be used to start combos, while the late attack frames can be used as an edgeguard option.
|fairname=Dr. Punch ({{ja|ドクターグーパンチ|Dokutā Panchi}})
|fairname=&nbsp;
|fairdmg=11.2% (early), 16.8% (clean), 10.08% (late)
|fairdmg=11.2% (early), 16.8% (clean), 10.08% (late)
|fairdesc=Rears back his fist and then throws an [[wikipedia:Overhand (boxing)|overhand]]. Unlike his normal self's forward aerial, its clean hitbox is not a [[meteor smash]], but instead launches at 50°. While the slowest of Dr. Mario's aerials, its clean hit is the third strongest of all forward aerials in the game. Thus, it is useful for edge-guarding and, with a proper read, against on-stage opponents when SHFF'd. Unlike in ''Melee'', it now has early and late hitboxes; these hitboxes make the overall move slightly safer, but these also KO significantly later than the sweetspot in spite of their decent damage outputs. While near the edge of Final Destination, it KOs middleweights at 92%/84% (''3DS''/''Wii U''). Due to hitting on frame 16 and possessing both 37 frames of ending lag and 28 frames of landing lag, it is very punishable.
|fairdesc=Winds up and punches forwards. It knocks the opponent away at an upwards angle, instead of having a [[meteor smash]] effect like Mario's, making it useful even when onstage. The sweetspot is when Dr. Mario's fist is in front of him. A slow, but brutish tool that can KO at 80% near the edge and as low as 60% offstage.
|bairname=Drop Kick ({{ja|ドロップキック|Doroppu Kikku}})
|bairname=&nbsp;
|bairdmg=13.44% (clean), 7.84% (late)
|bairdmg=13.44% (clean), 7.84% (late)
|bairdesc=A dropkick. Its hits on frame 6, autocancels with a short hop, and its clean hitbox has both a respectable damage output and high knockback scaling. Altogether, these traits make it one of Dr. Mario's most viable KOing options. While near the edge of Final Destination, its clean hitbox KOs middleweights at 134%/123% (''3DS''/''Wii U''), respectively. It also has a moderately longer duration compared to his normal self's back aerial, which makes it more effective for spacing and edge-guarding.
|bairdesc=Dr. Mario spins and kicks backwards. Can KO near the edge at 100% and above if clean. Very fast startup and endlag with high knockback, bair can be used for edgeguarding or [[reverse aerial rush]].
|uairname=Air Slash ({{ja|エアスラッシュ|Ea Surasshu}})
|uairname=&nbsp;
|uairdmg=7.84%
|uairdmg=7.84%
|uairdesc=A bicycle kick. It hits on frame 4 and can auto-cancel with a short hop. Compared to his normal self's up aerial, it has much lower knockback scaling, slightly lower ending lag, a moderately longer duration, and launches at 45°. Altogether, these traits make its beginning and ending frames reliable for chaining into Super Jump Punch or back aerial at low to medium percentages. Its launching angle also makes its beginning frames useful for edge-guarding. However, its lower knockback and launching angle make its beginning frames unusable for KOing, and significantly less effective for juggling or SHFF'd combos.
|uairdesc=Dr. Mario performs a somersault and kicks backward. Sends the opponent up at an oblique angle, decent for juggling opponents at low percents.
|dairname=Bone Drill ({{ja|ドリルキック|Doriru Kikku}}, ''Drill Kick'')
|dairname=&nbsp;
|dairdmg=1.904% (hits 1-4), 3.36% (hit 5), 2.24% (landing)
|dairdmg=1.904% (loop hits), 3.36% (last hit), 2.24% (landing)
|dairdesc=A diagonal corkscrew dropkick. Like [[Mario Tornado]], the move hits multiple times, but also launches at 45°, which makes it usable for edge-guarding unlike its counterpart. If Dr. Mario lands during the move, it produces a hitbox, which can be used to cover landings. However, unlike Mario Tornado, this move is considerably laggier, cannot auto-cancel with a short hop, and its final hit's launching angle renders it unusable for juggling.
|dairdesc=Dr. Mario spins around in the air repeatedly, [[Drill (archetype)|hitting the opponent multiple times]]. It has a sweetspot at his feet which is difficult to land.
|grabname=Grab ({{ja|つかみ|Tsukami}})
|grabname=&nbsp;
|grabdesc=Reaches out. Like his normal self, Dr. Mario's overall grab range is average.
|grabdesc=
|pummelname=Grab Headbutt ({{ja|つかみヘッドバット|Tsukami Heddobatto}})
|pummelname=&nbsp;
|pummeldmg=3.64%
|pummeldmg=3.64%
|pummeldesc=A headbutt. Moderately slow, but it is the most damaging pummel in the game by default.
|pummeldesc=Headbutts opponent. A slow pummel.
|fthrowname=Swing-Around Throw ({{ja|ふり抜き投げ|Furinuki Nage}})
|fthrowname=&nbsp;
|fthrowdmg=8.96%
|fthrowdmg=8.96%
|fthrowdesc=Spins the opponent around once and throws them forward. It is best suited for setting up an edge-guard, but can also be followed up with dash attack at 0%-20%.
|fthrowdesc=Dr. Mario spins his opponent around once and tosses the opponent forward. At certain percents it can be followed with a dash attack or an aerial attack. Can be useful for forcing opponents offstage, or reading their action after the throw.
|bthrowname=Airplane Swing ({{ja|ジャイアントスイング|Jaianto Suingu}}, ''Giant Swing'')
|bthrowname=&nbsp;
|bthrowdmg=12.32% (throw), 8.96% (collateral)
|bthrowdmg=12.32% (throw), 8.96% (collateral)
|bthrowdesc=Spins the opponent by their legs three times before throwing them backward. Although its knockback has decreased since ''Melee'', it is still strong enough to KO reliably. While near the edge of Final Destination, it KOs middleweights at 154%/146% (''3DS''/''Wii U''). It also can hit nearby opponents during the spin. It is based on the throw that [[Mario|his normal self]] uses against [[Bowser]] in ''Super Mario 64''.
|bthrowdesc=A powerful throw that has Dr. Mario spinning the opponent several times while damaging bystanders and throwing the opponent in the opposite direction grabbed. While it has lost some of the knockback it had in ''Melee'', it still is a very strong throw. Has KO potential near the edge around 140%.
|uthrowname=Throw Up ({{ja|スルーアップ|Surū Appu}})
|uthrowname=&nbsp;
|uthrowdmg=7.84%
|uthrowdmg=7.84%
|uthrowdesc=Heaves the opponent directly overhead with both hands. It is useful against heavyweights and fast-fallers for aerial combos at low to medium percentages, but otherwise lacks combo potential on other types of characters past low percentages.
|uthrowdesc=Dr. Mario throws his opponent high into the air with both hands. Decent against fast fallers for aerial followups.
|dthrowname=Hospital Bed ({{ja|スルーダウン|Surū Daun}}, ''Throw Down'')
|dthrowname=&nbsp;
|dthrowdmg=5.6%
|dthrowdmg=5.6%
|dthrowdesc=A [[wikipedia:Professional wrestling throws#Body slam|body slam]]. Its average base knockback and low knockback scaling make it more effective for aerial combos compared to his normal self's down throw, but much less effective for grounded combos in comparison. It also launches at 80°, which makes its combos less susceptible to DI compared to Mario's. It can combo down aerial and [[Dr. Tornado]] at low percentages, and into up aerial and [[reverse aerial rush]]ed back aerial at low to medium percentages. However, its down aerial and back aerial combos require hard reads. It also has forward aerial and Super Jump Punch as KO mix-ups at high percentages, but they also require hard reads. In comparison, its only grounded combos are up tilt and up smash, which are effective against the majority of cast only at 0%.
|dthrowdesc=Dr. Mario slams his opponent into the ground. Pops the opponent much higher than Mario's down throw, allowing for aerial followups more easily.
|floorfname=&nbsp;
|floorfname=&nbsp;
|floorfdmg=7.84%
|floorfdmg=7.84%
|floorfdesc=Performs a modified version of the Sweep Kick before getting up.
|floorfdesc=Gets up then kicks behind him, then in front of him.
|floorbname=&nbsp;
|floorbname=&nbsp;
|floorbdmg=7.84%
|floorbdmg=7.84%
|floorbdesc=Punches behind himself and then in front of himself while getting up.
|floorbdesc=Gets up then punches behind him, then in front of him.
|floortname=&nbsp;
|floortname=&nbsp;
|floortdmg=5.6%
|floortdmg=5.6%
|floortdesc=Performs a side kick behind himself and then in front of himself while getting up.
|floortdesc=Kicks behind him, then in front of him while getting up.
|edgename=&nbsp;
|edgename=&nbsp;
|edgedmg=7.84%
|edgedmg=7.84%
|edgedesc=Performs a dropkick while climbing up.
|edgedesc=Does a somersault and then kicks upwards, from a laying down position.
|nsdefname=Megavitamins
|nsdefname=Megavitamins
|nsdefdmg=5.6% (early), 4.48% (late)
|nsdefdmg=5.6% (early), 4.48% (late)
|nsdefdesc=Throws a {{s|mariowiki|Megavitamin}}. Megavitamins travel on a bouncing arc and are able to [[lock]], similarly to his normal self's [[Fireball]], although their arc is unique and allows them to cover different angles in comparison. Unlike Mario's Fireball, they cannot be absorbed.
|nsdefdesc=Dr. Mario fires a weak bouncing capsule from his hand, similar to Mario's [[fireballs]]. They have a unique bouncing arc that allows it to cover different angles.
|nsc1name=Fast Capsule
|nsc1name=Fast Capsule
|nsc1dmg=3.36% (early), 2.576% (mid), 1.68% (late)
|nsc1dmg=3.36% (early), 2.576% (mid), 1.68% (late)
|nsc1desc=Throws a smaller Megavitamin that flies straight ahead, similarly to [[Blaster (disambiguation)|Blaster]]. It is very [[spam]]mable, thanks to its much lower start-up and ending lag. However, it deals less damage and [[hitstun]].
|nsc1desc=Dr. Mario quickly fires a weaker capsule ahead that doesn't bounce on the ground, similar to Falco's [[Blaster]]. Lower damage and hitstun compared to Megavitamins, but can be easily spammed and the projectile moves faster.
|nsc2name=Mega Capsule
|nsc2name=Mega Capsule
|nsc2dmg=1.68% (per hit)
|nsc2dmg=1.68% per hit
|nsc2desc=Throws a much larger Megavitamin that damages any opponent it hits in its predetermined path until it vanishes. Unlike Megavitamins and Fast Capsule, it does not disappear upon impact, which grants it decent set-up potential. However, it has significantly shorter range, as well as significantly more start-up and ending lag.
|nsc2desc=A slow but large megavitamin is launched from Dr. Mario's hand. It will damage any opponent it hits in its predetermined path until it vanishes, because unlike the other two variants it does not disappear upon impact. It has slow startup and ending lag.
|ssdefname=Super Sheet
|ssdefname=Super Sheet
|ssdefdmg=7.84% (sheet), 1.5× (reflected projectiles)
|ssdefdmg=7.84%
|ssdefdesc=Waves a white sheet in front of himself. It deals damage; [[reflect]]s projectiles with 50% more power than they originally had; and [[reverse]]s opponents. Compared to [[Cape]], its hitbox is much smaller, but its reflection hitbox has a slightly longer duration. Unlike in ''Melee'', it lacks recovery potential because it no longer stalls Dr. Mario in midair.
|ssdefdesc=Dr. Mario swings a defensive sheet that reflects projectiles and reverses enemies. It has a taller hitbox than Mario's, but covers less horizontal distance. Unlike in ''Melee'', the Super Sheet no longer moves Dr. Mario up for recovery and instead keeps his current momentum.
|ssc1name=Shocking Sheet
|ssc1name=Shocking Sheet
|ssc1dmg=12.544%
|ssc1dmg=12.544%
|ssc1desc=The sheet discharges electricity, which launches opponents and destroys projectiles instead of reversing them and reflecting them, respectively. Unlike Super Sheet, it deals respectable damage and has knockback, which grant it KO potential. While near the edge of Final Destination, it KOs middleweights at 109% in the ''3DS'' version. However, it has more ending lag.
|ssc1desc=An offensive variant of the sheet that shoots electricity. Instead of reflecting projectiles, it will destroy them. Has more endlag than Super Sheet.
|ssc2name=Breezy Sheet
|ssc2name=Breezy Sheet
|ssc2dmg=5.6% (sheet), 1.5× (reflected projectiles)
|ssc2dmg=5.6%
|ssc2desc=The sheet has emits a small gust of wind that pushes opponents back. It is one of the best edge-guarding options in the game, thanks to the sheet itself possessing an extremely strong [[Windbox#Pushing attacks|pushbox]]. However, it deals less damage and has slightly more ending lag.
|ssc2desc=Dr. Mario shoots a small gust of wind from his sheet, pushing his opponent back in addition to turning them around. The sheet deals slightly less damage, while also having more endlag.
|usdefname=Super Jump Punch
|usdefname=Super Jump Punch
|usdefdmg=13.44% (clean), 6.72% (late)
|usdefdmg=13.44% (clean), 6.72% (late)
|usdefdesc=A jumping uppercut. Unlike his normal self's Super Jump Punch, Dr. Mario's version consists of clean and late hitboxes like {{SSB4|Luigi}}'s Super Jump Punch, which grants it much greater KO potential compared to Mario's. While near the edge of Final Destination, its clean hitbox KOs middleweights at 122%/112% (''3DS''/''Wii U''). Like Mario's Super Jump Punch, Dr. Mario's version now enables him to move himself in the opposite direction upon landing its clean hitbox, which makes it less punishable. Compared to Mario's Super Jump Punch, the travel distance of Dr. Mario's version has remained unchanged since ''Melee'', which makes it worse for recovery. Unlike Mario's, Dr. Mario's version lacks intangibility on start-up.
|usdefdesc=Dr. Mario performs a strong rising punch. It travels less distance than Mario's and only hits once, but can be sweetspotted for extra damage, like Luigi's. Has KO potential starting at above near 140% on middleweight characters and at around 100% near the edge.
|usc1name=Super Jump
|usc1name=Super Jump
|usc1dmg=—
|usc1dmg=0%
|usc1desc=Covers much more vertical distance and, when moved left or right during start-up, more horizontal distance. However, it deals no damage and has slightly more ending lag.
|usc1desc=A recovery giving more distance than the standard Super Jump Punch, at the cost of not having a hitbox.
|usc2name=Ol' One-Two
|usc2name=Ol' One-Two
|usc2dmg=8.96% (hit 1), 14.56% (hit 2)
|usc2dmg=8.96% (hit 1), 14.56% (hit 2)
|usc2desc=A [[Flame|flaming]] version that is significantly stronger. Its first hit leads reliably into its second hit, but it is not strictly necessary to use, thanks to its second hit's higher damage output, knockback and vertical angle making it reliable for KOing on its own. Its second hit KOs middleweights at 96% from anywhere on Final Destination in the ''3DS'' version. However, it covers much less vertical distance, and almost no horizontal distance.
|usc2desc=A much stronger punch that causes explosive fire damage, at the cost of recovery distance. This uppercut hits twice, at the start and at its apex.
|dsdefname=Dr. Tornado
|dsdefname=Dr. Tornado
|dsdefdmg=1.344% (hits 1-4), 3.36% (hit 5)
|dsdefdmg=1.344% (loop hits), 3.36% (last hit)
|dsdefdesc=Rapidly spins around, trapping opponents and damaging them with a series of [[Wikipedia:Professional wrestling attacks#Clothesline|discus clotheslines]] and [[Wikipedia:Professional wrestling attacks#Spinning back fist|spinning backfists]] before assuming a [[wikipedia:Spreadeagle (position)|spread-eagle position]] to launch them. On the ground, Dr. Tornado allows Dr. Mario to slightly move left or right, while button mashing will make him leap into the air. In the air, button mashing immediately after the apex of a jump will make him ascend, thus helping his recovery. However, aerial Dr. Tornado can only be used once for recovery: if it is used at the apex of his first jump, using it at the apex of his second jump will result in him descending instead of ascending. Despite hitting on frame 10 and having 34 frames of ending lag, its loop hits' usage of the [[Autolink angle|auto-link angle]] enable it to reliably trap opponents. Although its last hit has a very low damage output, it possesses very high knockback scaling, [[Priority#Transcendent priority|transcendent priority]], and launches opponents at 45°. These traits enable it to function as a very potent, albeit risky off-stage edge-guarding option. While near Final Destination's left/right [[blast line]]s, it KOs middleweights at 82%/75% (''3DS''/''Wii U''). It resembles the {{s|mariowiki|Spin Jump}}.
|dsdefdesc=Performs a multi-hit spinning attack. It also traps the opponent, hitting them constantly, before knocking them back. Dr. Mario can move around on the ground while spinning, and can hover in the air by repeatedly pressing the B button while using it. While the move has a startup of 10 frames and has some considerable endlag, the attack has quite some range that allows it to beat out attacks. Gains KO potential at around 130% near the edge. Because of its high knockback growth on the last hit, it can be used to edgeguard efficiently.  
|dsc1name=Soaring Tornado
|dsc1name=Soaring Tornado
|dsc1dmg=6.72%
|dsc1dmg=0% (loop hits), 6.72% (last hit)
|dsc1desc=Covers much more vertical distance, especially when button mashed, and has slightly less start-up lag. Unlike Dr. Tornado, it consists of a [[windbox]] and a hitbox, the latter of which deals twice as much damage and much more knockback than Dr. Tornado's last hit. Altogether, these traits make it much more efficient for recovering and edge-guarding compared to Dr. Tornado. While near Final Destination's left/right blast lines, it KOs middleweights at 49% in the ''3DS'' version. However, it does not cover any horizontal distance, cannot punish rolls because of its windbox, and has more ending lag.
|dsc1desc=A rapidly spinning move that launches Dr. Mario into the air. It has much greater vertical mobility, at the cost of horizontal movement. The hitboxes are replaced with a wind hitbox except for the last hit, which has much more knockback than the regular Dr. Tornado. Incredible edgeguarding tool that can kill at 30% if near the edge, and around 85% at the center of the stage.
|dsc2name=Clothesline Tornado
|dsc2name=Clothesline Tornado
|dsc2dmg=11.2% (hit 1), 13.44% (hit 2)
|dsc2dmg=8.96% (loop hits), 8.96% (last hit)
|dsc2desc=Deals much more damage and has much higher knockback. Its first hit has deceptive range and is a semi-spike, which allows it to hinder approaches. Conversely, its last hit launches opponents vertically and is extremely powerful, as it KOs middleweights at 72% from anywhere on 3DS's Final Destination. However, its first hit does not KO middleweights until 151% while near the edge of Final Destination in the ''3DS'' version. In comparison, its second hit is very difficult to land because of its first hit's long duration. It also has much more start-up and ending lag, which make it unusable for recovering or edge-guarding.
|dsc2desc=A slower tornado that deals higher knockback, at the cost of having less vertical and horizontal mobility.
|fsname=Doctor Finale
|fsname=Doctor Finale
|fsdmg=3.36% (big Megavitamin), 2.24% (small Megavitamin)
|fsdmg=3.36% (bigger pill), 2.24% (smaller pill)
|fsdesc=Rears his arms back before thrusting them forward to launch two gigantic Megavitamins that move across the screen in a spiraling motion, which trap and repeatedly damage any opponents in their path. It functions identically to [[Mario Finale]], but deals slightly more damage.
|fsdesc=Dr. Mario shoots two massive megavitamins, which move forwards and spiral outwards, creating exploding capsule effects as it travels across the stage. Similar to the [[Mario Finale]], with giant pills replacing fireballs.
}}
}}


===Stats===
===Taunts===
{{Attributes
*'''Up taunt''': Grinds his shoe on the ground.
|cast = 58
*'''Side taunt''': Dr. Mario pulls out a randomly colored Megavitamin, rolls it down his arm, uses his shoulder to toss it into the air, then catches it. This taunt returns from ''Melee''.
|weight = 98
*'''Down taunt''': Pats his shoulder with his fist.
|rweight = 22-24
 
|dash = 1.3312
====On-Screen Appearance====
|rdash = 47
A large stack of capsules appear on stage. Another capsule lands on the top, causing a chain reaction which wipes away the entire stack, revealing Dr. Mario from behind them.
|run = 1.3312
|rrun = 52
|walk = 0.9152
|rwalk = 44
|trac = 0.045
|rtrac = 44-52
|airfric = 0.01212
|rairfric = 21
|air = 0.9292
|rair = 46
|baseaccel = 0.00808
|rbaseaccel = 55
|addaccel = 0.05656
|raddaccel = 37
|gravity = 0.08715
|rgravity = 32-34
|fall = 1.5
|rfall = 31-35
|ff = 2.4
|rff = 30-34
|jumpsquat = 5
|rjumpsquat = 14-41
|jumpheight = 29.356105712
|rjumpheight = 50
|shorthop = 14.171785912
|rshorthop = 48
|djump = 29.356105712
|rdjump = 45
}}
Note: Dr. Mario's movement stats are coded to be the exact same as Mario's, but are multiplied to be slower using external factors. His walk, dash, and run speeds are multiplied by 0.832, while his air friction, air speed, air acceleration, and jump heights are multiplied by 0.808.


===[[Announcer]] call===
====Victory Fanfare====
A flourished remix directly from ''Brawl'' based on the sound clip that would play when Mario reaches the end of a level in ''Super Mario Bros.'' It is shared with {{SSB4|Mario}}, {{SSB4|Luigi}}, and {{SSB4|Peach}}.
<gallery>
<gallery>
Dr. Mario English Announcer SSB4-SSBU.wav|English/Japanese/Chinese
MarioUniverseTheme.ogg
Dr. Mario French Announcer SSBU.wav|French
Dr. Mario German Announcer SSBU.wav|German
Dr. Mario Italian Announcer SSBU.wav|Italian
Dr. Mario Spanish Announcer SSBU.wav|Spanish
</gallery>
</gallery>


===[[On-screen appearance]]===
==In [[Competitive play|Competitive Play]]==
{{appearance
|desc=*[[Megavitamins]] fall to the ground, and Dr. Mario appears when they recede. Based on a Megavitamin chain from ''{{iw|mariowiki|Dr. Mario|game}}''.
|char=Dr.Mario
|game=SSB4}}
 
===[[Taunt]]s===
{{Taunt/SSB4
|char=DrMario
|desc-up=Grinds the sole of his shoe on the ground.
|desc-side=Pulls out a randomly colored Megavitamin, rolls it down his arm, uses his shoulder to toss it into the air, and then catches it.
|desc-down=Lightly pounds his shoulder with his fist.}}
 
===[[Idle pose]]s===
{{Idle
|desc-1=Pounds his fist into his palm.
|desc-2=Performs a neck roll, a neck exercise.
|image-1=DrMarioIdlePose1WiiU.jpg
|image-2=DrMarioIdlePose2WiiU.jpg}}
 
===[[Crowd cheer]]===
{{Crowd
|char=Dr. Mario
|game=SSB4
|desc-us=Go Doc!
|desc-jp=Doc-tor!
|pitch-us=Group chant
|pitch-jp=Group chant}}
 
===[[Victory pose]]s===
{{Victory/SSB4
|victory-theme=MarioUniverseTheme.ogg
|victory-desc=A flourished remix of the Course Clear Fanfare used in ''{{s|mariowiki|Super Mario Bros.}}''
|desc-1=Throws two randomly colored Megavitamins, dusts off his gloves, and then pulls out two more Megavitamins that are the same color as the ones he threw.
|desc-2=Holds out his stethoscope and points it in front of himself, then to his left, and then in front of himself again.
|desc-3=Contemplatively rubs his chin and then suddenly glances at the screen while continuing to rub his chin.
|char=Dr.Mario}}
 
==In [[competitive play]]==
===[[Official Custom Moveset Project]]===
===[[Official Custom Moveset Project]]===
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|set10=2322
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===Most historically significant players===
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''See also: [[:Category:Dr. Mario players (SSB4)]]''
==Trophies==


*{{Sm|2ManyCooks|Canada}} - The best Dr. Mario player in the world until he dropped him for {{SSB4|Mario}} in 2017. He had several wins over {{Sm|Exodia}}, which includes defeating him and {{Sm|Alphicans}} to win [https://www.start.gg/tournament/otafest-assault-iv/details Otafest Assault IV] and defeating him at [https://albertabeatdown.challonge.com/smash4top48 Alberta Beatdown 2016] to place 2nd. Outside of his region, he most notably placed 33rd at {{Trn|2GGT: KTAR Saga}} defeating {{Sm|Rideae}}.
:'''Dr. Mario'''
*{{Sm|B7Games|USA}} - The best Dr. Mario player in the world after 2ManyCooks dropped the character, best known for defeating {{Sm|Abadango}} at {{Trn|2GGT: Abadango Saga}}, placing 49th overall. He has also placed 33rd at {{Trn|2GGC: Midwest Mayhem Saga}}, the best solo-Dr. Mario placement at a major.
::{{flag|ntsc}} ''In the 1990 puzzle game Dr. Mario, Mario threw on a white coat and decided to take a shot at that whole "medicine" thing. In this game, he's a balanced fighter who can throw Megavitamin capsules and nimbly deflect blows with his Super Sheet. He's not quite as quick as normal Mario, but his attacks deal a bit more damage.''
*{{Sm|Rizeasu|Japan}} - Known for playing a variety of characters, including Dr. Mario. Most notably defeated {{Sm|Choco}} at {{Trn|Niconico Tokaigi 2018}} and had also placed 7th at {{Trn|Sumabato 28}} with both Dr. Mario and {{SSB4|Zelda}}.
*{{Sm|Tsumusuto|Japan}} - The best solo-Dr. Mario player in Japan with several decent performances at {{Trn|Sumabato}} events, including placing 17th at {{Trn|Sumabato 9}} and {{Trn|Sumabato 22}}.


===Tier placement and history===
::{{flag|pal}} ''In Dr. Mario, released in Europe in 1991, Mario threw on a white coat and decided to have a bash at the whole medicine thing. In this game, he's an all-rounder who can throw Megavitamin capsules and nimbly deflect blows with his Super Sheet. He's not quite as quick as normal Mario, but his attacks deal a bit more damage.''
Upon ''SSB4''{{'}}s release, Dr. Mario's weaknesses and inability to successfully adapt to the new game physics saw him widely perceived as a low-tier or even bottom-tier character, with many players agreeing that {{SSB4|Mario}} was a far better character. Despite this initial reception, Dr. Mario was able to see some noteworthy performances, most notably {{Sm|Nairo}}'s surprising but effective choice to use Dr. Mario to defeat {{Sm|ESAM}} at {{Trn|MLG World Finals 2015}}. However, aside from that single Nairo performance, the regional efforts of players such as {{Sm|2ManyCooks}} and {{Sm|B7Games}}, and the support from a few players due to Dr. Mario's particular strengths, Dr. Mario's metagame remained stagnant due to poor touornament results and representation for all of competitive ''Smash 4''. As such, Dr. Mario remained in the low tier for all of ''Smash 4'', ranking 45th on the first [[tier list]] before dropping to 48th on the second and 51st on the third due to 2ManyCooks dropping Dr. Mario in favor of Mario, before rising back to 48th on the final tier list thanks to the efforts of B7Games and a few Japanese Dr. Mario players.


==[[Trophies]]==
{{Trophy games|console1=NES|game1=Dr. Mario 10/1990|console2=Wii|game2=Dr. Mario Online Rx 05/2008}}
{{Trophy/Fighter
 
|name=Dr. Mario
:'''Dr. Mario (Alt.)'''
|image-3ds=DrMarioTrophy3DS.png
::{{flag|ntsc}} ''Mario and Dr. Mario are only slightly different. Basically, Dr. Mario is stronger, but his MD slows his speed and lowers his jump. He also has a move Mario doesn't: Dr. Tornado, a down special that can trap opponents before launching them. You can move left and right while doing it and press the button repeatedly to rise into the air.''
|image-wiiu=DrMarioTrophyWiiU.png
 
|mode=Classic
::{{flag|pal}} ''Mario and Dr. Mario are only slightly different. Basically, Dr. Mario is stronger, but his heavy coat affects his speed and jumping. He also has a move Mario doesn't: Dr. Tornado, a down special that can trap opponents before launching them. You can move left and right while doing it and press the button repeatedly to rise into the air.''
|desc-ntsc=In the 1990 puzzle game Dr. Mario, Mario threw on a white coat and decided to take a shot at that whole "medicine" thing. In this game, he's a balanced fighter who can throw Megavitamin capsules and nimbly deflect blows with his Super Sheet. He's not quite as quick as normal Mario, but his attacks deal a bit more damage.
 
|desc-pal=In Dr. Mario, released in Europe in 1991, Mario threw on a white coat and decided to have a bash at the whole medicine thing. In this game, he's an all-rounder who can throw Megavitamin capsules and nimbly deflect blows with his Super Sheet. He's not quite as quick as normal Mario, but his attacks deal a bit more damage.
{{Trophy games|console1=NES|game1=Dr. Mario 10/1990|console2=Wii|game2=Dr. Mario Online Rx 05/2008}}
|gamelist-ntsc={{Trophy games|console1=NES|game1=Dr. Mario|release1=10/1990|console2=Wii|game2=Dr. Mario Online Rx|release2=05/2008}}
|gamelist-pal={{Trophy games|console1=NES|game1=Dr. Mario|release1=06/1991|console2=Wii|game2=Dr. Mario & Germ Buster|release2=05/2008}}
}}
{{clrl}}


{{Trophy/Fighter
:'''Doctor Finale'''
|name=Dr. Mario (Alt.)
::''In Dr. Mario's Final Smash, he spreads his arms wide and then lets loose a pair of giant vitamin capsules that spiral through the air, taking out any pesky "viruses" in their path. The wide range makes it tough for foes to avoid, and opponents they strike will take multiple hits, possibly even being pushed right off the screen!''
|image-3ds=DrMarioAltTrophy3DS.png
|image-wiiu=DrMarioAltTrophyWiiU.png
|mode=Alt
|desc-ntsc=Mario and Dr. Mario are only slightly different. Basically, Dr. Mario is stronger, but his MD slows his speed and lowers his jump. He also has a move Mario doesn't: Dr. Tornado, a down special that can trap opponents before launching them. You can move left and right while doing it and press the button repeatedly to rise into the air.
|desc-pal=Mario and Dr. Mario are only slightly different. Basically, Dr. Mario is stronger, but his heavy coat affects his speed and jumping. He also has a move Mario doesn't: Dr. Tornado, a down special that can trap opponents before launching them. You can move left and right while doing it and press the button repeatedly to rise into the air.
|gamelist-ntsc={{Trophy games|console1=NES|game1=Dr. Mario|release1=10/1990|console2=Wii|game2=Dr. Mario Online Rx|release2=05/2008}}
|gamelist-pal={{Trophy games|console1=NES|game1=Dr. Mario|release1=06/1991|console2=Wii|game2=Dr. Mario & Germ Buster|release2=05/2008}}
}}
{{clrl}}


{{Trophy/Fighter
<center>
|name=Doctor Finale
<gallery>
|image=DrFinaleTrophyWiiU.png
DrMarioTrophy3DS.png|Classic (3DS)
|desc-ntsc=In Dr. Mario's Final Smash, he spreads his arms wide and then lets loose a pair of giant vitamin capsules that spiral through the air, taking out any pesky "viruses" in their path. Their wide range makes them tough for foes to avoid, and opponents they strike will take multiple hits, possibly even being pushed right off the screen!
DrMarioAllStarTrophy3DS.png|Alt. (3DS)
|desc-pal=In Dr. Mario's Final Smash, he spreads his arms wide, then lets loose a pair of giant vitamin capsules that spiral through the air, taking out any pesky "viruses" in their path. Their wide range makes them tough for foes to avoid, and opponents they strike will take multiple hits, possibly even being pushed right off the screen!
DrMarioTrophyWiiU.png|Classic (Wii U)
|game=ssb4-wiiu
DrMarioAltTrophyWiiU.png|Alt. (Wii U)
}}
DrFinaleTrophyWiiU.png|[[Doctor Finale]]
{{clrl}}
</gallery>
</center>


==In [[Event Match]]es==
==In [[Event Match]]es==
===Solo Events===
===Solo Events===
* '''[[All-Star Battle: Secret]]''': Dr. Mario is one of the opponents fought in this event. All of the opponents have been unlockable characters in previous ''Super Smash Bros.'' games.
* '''[[All-Star Battle: Secret]]''': Dr. Mario is one of the fighters fought in this event.
* '''[[Doctor Schmoctor]]''': As {{SSB4|Wario}}, the player must defeat Dr. Mario before Wario's health is depleted via [[flower]]ing.
* '''[[Doctor Schmoctor]]''' Dr. Mario appears as Wario's opponent and Wario is constantly taking damage due to lipstick on his head.


===Co-op Events===
===Co-op Events===
* '''[[Viral Visitors]]''': Dr. Mario and {{SSB4|Peach}} must defeat four [[Kirby (SSB4)|Kirbys]].
* '''[[Viral Visitors]]''' Player 1 controls Dr. Mario and Player 2 controls Peach, and they must defeat 4 "unmasked Meta Knight" Kirby alternatives within the time limit.
* '''[[The Ultimate Battle]]''': Two players select a character and must defeat the entire roster.
* '''[[The Ultimate Battle]]''' Dr. Mario is one of the opponents in the event.
 
==Update history==
 
'''{{GameIcon|ssb4}} 1.0.4'''
*{{buff|Forward aerial deals slightly more knockback.}}
*{{nerf|Down aerial can only hit the target 5 times instead of 7 times.}}
*{{buff|Down aerial's landing lag has been decreased.}}
 
'''{{GameIcon|ssb4}} 1.0.6'''
*{{buff|Forward aerial (clean) damage|15.68%|16.8%}}
*{{change|Angle of up smash is more horizontal.}}


==[[Alternate costume (SSB4)#Dr. Mario|Alternate costumes]]==
==[[Alternate costume (SSB4)#Dr. Mario|Alternate costumes]]==
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==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
Dr. Mario amiibo.png|Dr. Mario's [[amiibo]].
Dr. Mario amiibo.png|Dr. Mario's amiibo
Dr. Mario unlock notice SSB4-3DS.png|Dr. Mario's unlock notice in {{for3ds}}.
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-1.jpg|In Fighting Stance
Dr. Mario unlock notice SSB4-Wii U.png|Dr. Mario's unlock notice in {{forwiiu}}.
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-2.jpg|Fighting {{SSB4|Charizard}}
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-1.jpg|[[Idle|Idling]] on [[Wuhu Island]].
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-3.jpg|Fighting {{SSB4|Mega Man}}
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-2.jpg|Attempting to grab {{SSB4|Charizard}}.
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-4.jpg|Using his [[Super Jump Punch]] on {{SSB4|Bowser}}.
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-3.jpg|Using his forward smash on {{SSB4|Mega Man}}.
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-5.jpg|With {{SSB4|King Dedede}}, {{SSB4|Kirby}} and {{SSB4|Wii Fit Trainer}}
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-4.jpg|Using [[Super Jump Punch]] on {{SSB4|Bowser}}.
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-6.jpg|Attacking {{SSB4|Fox}}.
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-5.jpg|Alongside a [[Floor recovery|prone]] {{SSB4|King Dedede}}, a prone {{SSB4|Kirby}}, {{SSB4|Wii Fit Trainer}}, and some [[food]].
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-7.jpg|Taunting with {{SSB4|Little Mac}} and {{SSB4|Captain Falcon}}
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-6.jpg|Using his dash attack on {{SSB4|Fox}}.
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-8.jpg|Using his [[Dr. Mario's Final Smash|Final Smash]].
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-7.jpg|Using his side taunt alongside {{SSB4|Little Mac}} and {{SSB4|Captain Falcon}}.
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-9.jpg|His [[On-screen appearance]].
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-8.jpg|Using [[Doctor Finale]], his [[Final Smash]], on {{SSB4|Olimar}}, {{SSB4|Marth}} and {{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}}.
SSB4 - Dr. Mario Screen-10.jpg|Using [[Megavitamins]] on two Kirbys (a nod to the viruses).
Dr. Mario SSB3DS screen.png|His [[on-screen appearance]].
Dr. Mario SSB3DS screen 2.png|Using [[Megavitamins]] on two Kirbys, in reference to the {{s|mariowiki|virus}}es from his [[Dr. Mario (game)|eponymous series]].
</gallery>
</gallery>


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
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*Like Dark Pit and {{SSB4|Lucina}}, Dr. Mario was originally planned to be an [[alternate costume]]. However, all three were instead converted into being [[clone]]s late in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''{{'}}s development. [[Masahiro Sakurai]] explained that the reason for doing so in regard to Dr. Mario was in order to appeal to his fanbase from ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''.<ref>[http://www.gamnesia.com/news/sakurai-explains-why-dr-mario-is-his-own-character-in-smash-bros Sakurai explains why Dr. Mario is his own character in ''Smash Bros.'']</ref>
*Dr. Mario appears to have his shirt and tie done up on the artwork, but in gameplay, his collar is open and tie is loose.
*Dr. Mario's [[amiibo]] description on the official amiibo website is a combination of his [[Classic Mode]] trophy descriptions from ''Melee'' and ''SSB4''.
*Dr. Mario was originally planned to be an alternate costume of {{SSB4|Mario}}, but was made separate late in development as it was felt that reducing him to a model swap would be insensitive to players who enjoyed his moveset in ''Melee''. After {{SSB4|Lucina}}, he was the second planned skin to be made into an individual character, with {{SSB4|Dark Pit}} being the final of the three.
*''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U'' is the only game where Dr. Mario is not unlocked by completing Classic Mode with {{SSB4|Mario}}.
*While Dr. Mario has a unique fighting stance that looks like Mario's but a bit slower in speed, it goes back to Mario's stance when he is holding onto a tiny item like a [[Capsule]] or a [[Beetle]].
*In Dr. Mario's official artwork, his collar and tie are done up, while his stethoscope's tubing and head mirror's headband are black. However, his in-game model shows his collar open and tie loose, while his stethoscope's tubing and head mirror's headband are dark gray and dark taupe, respectively.
*Dr. Mario is the only returning ''Melee'' character that is not a DLC fighter.
*Dr. Mario, {{SSB4|Bowser}} and Lucina are the only characters who are not playable in a solo event unless selected.
**He is also the only returning ''Melee'' character to not have a reveal trailer.
*Dr. Mario is the only character to have two [[List of challenges (SSB4-Wii U)|challenges]] exclusive to him in {{forwiiu}}.
*Dr. Mario is the only returning clone to not have been reverted to a semi-clone. However, he is more unique comparatively to his melee incarnation.
*Dr. Mario and {{SSB4|Lucario}} are the only characters that lack a [[meteor smash]], including [[unconventional meteor smash]]es.
*Dr. Mario is the only one of the three main clone characters to not have the same idle animations of his original character.
*Dr. Mario and {{SSB4|Pac-Man}} are the only characters who have a taunt that aesthetically changes each time it is performed. In Dr. Mario's case, his side taunt creates a randomly colored [[Megavitamin]] each time it is performed.
**This is because he is the only one of the three that is a veteran, and as such, one of his idle poses comes from ''Melee'', his first appearance in the Smash series.
*Dr. Mario is the only character with [[Equipment|custom equipment]] incorporated into his attributes.
*Unlike his appearance in Melee, Dr. Mario is a lot more expressive, Due to his expressions being lifted from his basis, However as he is less vocal and has more serious victory animations, giving the character a more serious tone   
 
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