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[[File:SSBUWebsiteBanjo&Kazooie3.jpg|thumb|Banjo & Kazooie's forward tilt in ''Ultimate''.]]
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[[File:Mario tilt a.jpg|thumb|Mario's forward tilt in ''Brawl''.]]
[[File:MarioSideTiltSSBM.gif|thumb|Mario's forward tilt in ''Melee'']]
[[File:MarioSideTiltSSBM.gif|thumb|Mario's forward tilt in ''Melee'']]
A '''forward tilt''', also known as an '''"f-tilt"''' or "'''side tilt'''", and officially a '''strong side''' ({{ja|横強攻撃|Yoko kyō kōgeki}}, ''Side strong attack''), is a [[tilt attack]] performed by any character by holding the [[control stick]] forward and pressing the [[attack]] button while on the ground. This is distinct from a [[forward smash]] in that the control stick is only tilted, not tapped, when performing this attack. Side tilt attacks generally act as either alternatives to a character's forward smash or as quick defensive moves with less lag time than a smash.


A '''forward tilt''', also known as an '''"f-tilt"''', "'''side tilt'''" (the official name as of ''Super Smash Bros. Ultimate''), or officially as '''strong side''' ({{ja|横強攻撃|Yoko kyō kōgeki}}, ''Side strong attack'') prior to ''Ultimate'', is a [[tilt attack]] performed by holding the [[control stick]] horizontally and pressing the [[attack]] button while on the ground. This is distinct from a [[forward smash]] in that the control stick is only tilted, not tapped. Forward tilts are generally simple, quick, weak outward strikes for close-quarters combat.
Along with certain forward smashes, some side tilts can be [[angled]] up or down to some extent, pointing the [[hitbox]] in a diagonal direction instead of totally forward. Most attacks that are angled up are slightly more powerful than if they weren't angled, while some are weaker if angled downwards. Knockback is also affected by angling, with up angles providing more vertical knockback and down angles providing more horizontal knockback. Side tilts cannot be charged like smash attacks.


Some forward tilts can be [[angled]] up or down to some extent, pointing the [[hitbox]] in a diagonal direction instead of totally forward. They are generally stronger when angled upward, and weaker when angled downward.
==Forward tilts in ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]''==
The majority of forward tilts are used just for spacing, a majority of them are weak for combos outside of facing a wall. {{SSB|Pikachu}}, {{SSB|Ness}}, {{SSB|Donkey Kong}}, {{SSB|Kirby}}, {{SSB|Mario}}, {{SSB|Luigi}}, {{SSB|Jigglypuff}}, {{SSB|Captain Falcon}}, {{SSB|Samus}}, and {{SSB|Fox}} are examples of this. Of the more basic forward tilts, Yoshi is usually considered to have the best forward tilt while DK and Ness are considered to have the worst. Samus's is also slightly unique as it is slightly quicker and is more often used than the other "bad" forward tilts due to Samus having few good ground moves. All forward tilts are as follows:
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Character !! Description !! Damage
|-
| {{SSB|Captain Falcon}} || Kicks to his side. Like most forward tilts, this one can be angled. A good defensive or punishing move. || 13% regardless of angle
|-
| {{SSB|Donkey Kong}} || Extended punch. A somewhat slow punch forward with decent range and good knockback. || 12%
|-
| {{SSB|Fox}} || Roundhouse Kick. A fast but somewhat short-ranged move, this move is good for spacing or leading into a wall combo. || 9%
|-
| {{SSB|Jigglypuff}} || Circles in place and kicks. Can be angled. The knockback angle can be adjusted according to the angle of the attack. || 8%
|-
| {{SSB|Kirby}} || Roundhouse kick. Rather short range, but fast. Can be angled. || 10%
|-
| {{SSB|Link}} || Link brings his sword up and slashes down. Somewhat slow but above average damage and knockback for a forward tilt. || 18%
|-
| {{SSB|Luigi}} || Roundhouse Kick. Decent spacer and KOs at very high damage percentages. || 10%
|-
| {{SSB|Mario}} || Roundhouse kick. Good for spacing, comes out fast with decent range. || 13%
|-
| {{SSB|Ness}} ||  Roundhouse kick. He kicks in front rapidly and his body moves with it, giving it minor ending lag. Decent close-up spacer. || 9%
|-
| {{SSB|Pikachu}} || Pikachu stands on its two hands and kicks its two feet forward. Around the same if not slightly lower range than its neutral attack. Can be slightly angled up or down, though not very noticeable. Commonly considered to be Pikachu's worst attack. || 10%
|-
| {{SSB|Samus}} || Roundhouse Kick. Very fast, little ending lag. || 9% angled down, 11% not angled, 12% angled up
|-
| {{SSB|Yoshi}} || Suddenly kicks forward. Can be angled. Below-average upward diagonal knockback. Useful for setting up his forward aerial spike due to its hitstun. Referred to as the best Forward tilt in ''Super Smash Bros'' due to its very fast speed and power. || 12%
|}


==List of forward tilts==
==Forward tilts in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]''==
{| class="wikitable"
{| class="wikitable"
|-
|-
! Character !! Description !! Angled
! Character !! Description !! Damage
|-
| {{SSBM|Bowser}} || Bowser hits with his knuckle. Has a bit of start up lag and little range, fairly good knockback for a tilt. || 6%-14% depending on where it connects
|-
| {{SSBM|Captain Falcon}} || Kicks his foot out in front of him. Fast with decent range. There are not a significant amount of combo options from an forward tilt because of its horizontal hit trajectory, low knockback and stun time, and wind-down lag. || 11%
|-
| {{SSBM|Donkey Kong}} || Slaps in front of him. Spaces opponents out. || 10%
|-
| {{SSBM|Dr. Mario}} || A kick forward, stronger than Mario's. || 8%
|-
| {{SSBM|Falco}} || Quickly kicks his foot out. Fast, with impressive range for a tilt. || 9%
|-
| {{SSBM|Fox}} || Sticks a foot out to the side. This is best used for a quick close-ranged spacing move. Can be angled. || 4-9%
|-
| {{SSBM|Ganondorf}} || Quick kick in front. It has far reach for a tilt, but is on the slow side. High knockback for a tilt, it is capable of KOing at high percentages. Can be tilted further to a higher, stronger kick or a low, ground-touching quick kick perfect for [[edge-guarding]]. || 13%.
|-
| {{SSBM|Ice Climbers}} || A similar swinging motion in front as their [[neutral attack]], only slightly slower with more knockback and damage. Can [[Wobble]]. || 7% and 8%, adds up to 15% if both Climbers connect
|-
| {{SSBM|Jigglypuff}} || Quick roundhouse spin, with foot extended. || 10%
|-
| {{SSBM|Kirby}} || Kirby does a quick roundhouse kick forwards. || Decent range. 11%
|-
| {{SSBM|Link}} || Raises sword and brings it down in front of him. Has an upwards hitbox, which can substitute for other anti-air moves in a few cases, and has above-average knockback. || 13-15%
|-
| {{SSBM|Luigi}} || A sideways kick with medium knockback. It is often used simply to push the opponent away, giving Luigi extra time to maneuver, though hard to follow up with an attack. Can be angled. || 5-10%
|-
| {{SSBM|Mario}} || A fast kick forward. Often set up with a [[throw]] into Mario's combos. || 9%
|-
| {{SSBM|Marth}} || A fast forward sword swipe, much like the dash attack with less lag and a higher angle. || 9% base, 13% tip
|-
| {{SSBM|Mewtwo}} || Tail Whip. Mewtwo flicks its tail forward. Quick, decent range, with a disjointed hitbox. || 10%
|-
| {{SSBM|Mr. Game & Watch}} || Lion: Mr. Game & Watch thrusts a chair forwards. Has long range, but significant starting lag. || 10%
|-
| {{SSBM|Ness}} || Ness performs a roundhouse kick forward. || 11%
|-
| {{SSBM|Peach}} || Does an 180 degree kick. Capable of seriously juggling heavyweights at low percentages if they lose their second jump. Can KO opponents above 120%. || 3-13%
|-
| {{SSBM|Pichu}} || Shoves both of its feet forward. Low range and knockback, though a fast move. || 8%
|-
| {{SSBM|Pikachu}} || Pikachu plants itself on its upper paws and kicks its lower paws in front of its body. This move has surprising range, and hits for nearly the whole duration of its animation. Can be used as a defensive attack, or to edge-guard. It is best used as a counter to [[Short hop fast fall L-cancel|SHFFLing]] characters, as it will almost always interrupt their approach. Can be angled. Low damage, low knockback. || 8%
|-
| {{SSBM|Roy}} || A slash in front, somewhat slower than his Neutral Attack. Can KO at high percentages or when the blast line is close by. || 10%
|-
| {{SSBM|Samus}} || Extremely fast kick forward. Excellent in stopping close-up foes. || 10%
|-
| {{SSBM|Sheik}} || A round kick in front of her. Short range, but launches the foe directly up leaving them open for aerial combos. || 6%
|-
| {{SSBM|Yoshi}} || A similar attack to the first hit of his neutral attack, only with more range and knockback. || 9-10%
|-
| {{SSBM|Young Link}} || Brings sword down, in an axe-like fashion. Has a small noticeable startup delay. || 12%
|-
| {{SSBM|Zelda}} || Swipes her hand forward with sparks. Has transcendent priority. || 13%
|}
 
==Forward tilts in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''==
{|class="wikitable"
!Character
!Description
!Damage
|-
|{{SSBB|Bowser}} || Gives a backhanded punch while leaning his body forward. Has decent KO potential at later percentages. Can be aimed up or down. Bowser's lower arm is intangible while the hitboxes are out.|| 11%
|-
|{{SSBB|Captain Falcon}} || Does a roundhouse kick. This can be angled up or down. Deals more damage when angled up.|| High: 11% (foot), 10% (leg)<br/>Mid: 10% (foot), 9% (leg)<br/>Low: 10% (foot), 9% (leg)
|-
|{{SSBB|Charizard}} || Sweeps its tail forward. Has a sweetspot on the fiery tip. Can be angled.|| 10% (tail), 11% (flame)
|-
|{{SSBB|Diddy Kong}} || Leans to the side and thrusts both of his arms forward in a double punch. Good KO move at high percentages. This attack can be angled upwards or downwards.|| 11% (fists), 9% (arms), 8% (body)
|-
|{{SSBB|Donkey Kong}} || Quickly swats his outstretched hand. Donkey Kong's arm is intangible while the hitboxes are out, allowing it to be used safely against most other attacks. This can be aimed up or down.|| 12% (high), 10% (mid), 9% (low)
|-
|{{SSBB|Falco}} || Kicks his leg out. Best used for spacing, countering moves due to its high speed, or edgeguard planking opponents. Can be angled.|| 9%
|-
|{{SSBB|Fox}} || Kicks his leg out. Moderate-low knockback, best used as a quick spacer. Can be angled.|| 8% (high), 6% (mid), 7% (low)
|-
|{{SSBB|Ganondorf}} || Leans back and forcefully thrusts his leg forward. Surprisingly the same range as his jab, but slightly slower start up. Fairly quick overall. Good low angle horizontal knockback with a [[semi-spike]] trajectory, which is good for KOing characters with poor horizontal recovery.|| 13% (foot), 12% (leg)
|-
|{{SSBB|Ice Climbers}} || Swings their hammers in front of themselves with one hand. A useful spacing tool. Can be aimed up or down. || 9% (leader), 7% (partner)
|-
|{{SSBB|Ike}} || Swings Ragnell horizontally. Has slow startup for a tilt but good range and high knockback (strongest forward tilt in the game). Can be aimed up or down.|| 15% (blade), 14% (upper body), 12% (lower body)
|-
|{{SSBB|Ivysaur}} || Spins the leaves around the main bulb like a helicopter blade and leans forward, hitting multiple times. Quick on start-up and stops run-ins cold, but requires good spacing to be effective, and has some ending lag.|| 1-2% (hits 1-6), 2% (hit 7)
|-
|{{SSBB|Jigglypuff}} || Spins once while kicking. Can be angled.|| 10%
|-
|{{SSBB|King Dedede}} || Extends his hammer and spins it. Has fast start-up with a long lasting hitbox but produces very low knockback. However, it has the farthest reach of any non-projectile ground attack. As such, it is useful as a "poker", good for a quick hit from a slow character.|| 6% (clean), 4% (late)
|-
|{{SSBB|Kirby}} || A quick long-ranged roundhouse kick. Can be angled.|| 8% (base), 7% (tip)
|-
|{{SSBB|Link}} || An overhand slash. An efficient KO move at higher damages.|| 13%
|-
|{{SSBB|Lucario}} || Puts its paw forward and creates two small blasts of blue aura. Can be aimed up or down.|| {{AuraDamageSSBB|5}} (hit 1), {{AuraDamageSSBB|6}} (hit 2 body), {{AuraDamageSSBB|8}} (hit 2 arm)
|-
|{{SSBB|Lucas}} || A backhand with a shock of PSI. Can be aimed up or down slightly.|| 11% (sweetspot), 9% (sourspot)
|-
|{{SSBB|Luigi}} || A sideways kick forwards. Can be angled.|| 9%
|-
|{{SSBB|Mario}} || A sideways kick forwards. Has average damage and knockback, but has better reach than his other tilts. Can be angled.|| 8%
|-
|{{SSBB|Marth}} || A fast forward sword swipe, much like the dash attack with less lag and at a higher angle. It has good horizontal reach and decent vertical reach. Its knockback is low when it is not tipped, but is capable of KOing (above 150%) when it is tipped.|| 9% (base), 12% (tip)
|-
|{{SSBB|Meta Knight}} || Slashes twice in front of him, then once upwards. Only pressing the attack button once will cause Meta Knight to perform only the first hit; pressing it twice more causes the second and third hits. At higher percentages, it's difficult (if not impossible) to connect all three hits since the first hit has enough knockback scaling to prevent the other hits from connecting.|| 4% (hit 1), 3% (hit 2), 4-5% (hit 3)
|-
|{{SSBB|Mr. Game & Watch}} || Thrusts a chair in front of him. Hitbox lasts a long duration. Originates from ''Lion''.|| 10%
|-
|{{SSBB|Ness}} || Kicks out in front of him. Has mediocre range but rather strong knockback for a tilt, having KO power starting at 150%. Can be angled.|| 12% (high), 11% (mid), 10% (low)
|-
|{{SSBB|Olimar}} || Kicks both legs forward, falling to the ground. Has decent knockback at higher percentages.|| 6%
|-
|{{SSBB|Peach}} || A 180-degree high kick. Decent deals more damage up close. Capable of juggling heavies at low percentages if they lose their second jump. Also has decent knockback up close.|| 13%/11%/10% (clean), 6% (late)
|-
|{{SSBB|Pikachu}} || Sticks both its feet forward. Can be angled up or down.|| 10% (high), 9% (mid), 8% (low)
|-
|{{SSBB|Pit}} || Thrusts both blades forward with good knockback.|| 12%
|-
| {{SSBB|R.O.B.}} || Leans forward and punches with impressive range. Can be angled.|| 8% (arm tip), 6% (arm), 5% (body)
|-
| {{SSBB|Samus}} || Does a roundhouse kick. Can be angled up or down, which makes the move deal more damage, but makes it cover less range.|| 8% (no angle foot), 7% (no angle leg), 10% (angled up or down)
|-
|{{SSBB|Sheik}} || Kicks her leg in an arc. Its high speed and low knockback allows good combo ability, being able to do it repeatedly or follow up with another attack.|| 5%
|-
|{{SSBB|Snake}} || Does a knee-thrust forward. If the attack button is pressed again, he will follow up with an overhead swing of both arms. This move is seen during a cutscene in ''Metal Gear Solid: Twin Snakes'' when Snake fights [[Gray Fox]]. On grounded opponents, the first hit it is a very weak meteor smash with set knockback, causing hitstun but no knockback, which allows Snake to link the opponent into the second hitbox. On airborne opponents, the knee hitbox deals strong horizontal knockback, but it can be linked into the second hitbox at low percentages.|| 8% (hit 1), 9% (hit 2 body), 10%/12% (hit 2 hands)
|-
|{{SSBB|Sonic}} || Kicks with his hands on the ground, similar to Pikachu's. Can be aimed up or down.|| 4% (hit 1), 5% (hit 2 legs), 7% (hit 2 feet)
|-
|{{SSBB|Squirtle}} || Gets on all fours and slaps forward with its tail. Very quick, and can repeated in rapid succession. Can be angled up or down.|| 6%
|-
|{{SSBB|Toon Link}} || An overhand slash. Similar to Link's but has less KO potential.|| 9%
|-
|{{SSBB|Wario}} || Swings his right fist in a circle then thrusts it forward. Has slight start-up but little ending lag with great range, including a slight disjoint. Oddly, his voice plays at an earlier time when angled up.|| 11% (body), 14% (fist high), 13% (fist mid), 12% (fist low)
|-
|{{SSBB|Wolf}} || Leans forward with both arms together and swipes, separating his claws on impact. The first hitbox produces a large number of freeze frames if it connects with an opponent, and will freeze both Wolf and the opponent for a short time before the second hitbox appears and knocks them away at a low upwards angle. Can be angled. || 5% (hit 1), 6% (hit 2)
|-
|{{SSBB|Yoshi}} || Spins and swats with his tail. Its good priority, range, and speed make it useful for parrying attacks. Can be aimed up or down.|| 10% (high), 9% (mid), 8% (low)
|-
|{{SSBB|Zelda}} || Steps forward and slashes one arm in front of her, with a trail of sparkles. The attack has moderate knockback. Depending on how the opponent is hit, they may end up slightly behind Zelda. Can be angled.|| 13% (hand), 12% (arm), 11% (body)
|-
|{{SSBB|Zero Suit Samus}} || Does an around-the-body 45 degree kick. Can be angled. Can make opponents [[trip]] if aimed downwards but not upwards.|| 6% (high & mid), 9% (low)
|}
 
==Forward tilts in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]''==
{|class="wikitable"
!Character
!Description
!Damage
|-
|{{SSB4|Bayonetta}} ||Performs a straight kick. If pressed again, Bayonetta strikes with a roundhouse kick, and if pressed a third time, she launches the opponent with a high launching kick. ||4% (1st hit), 3% (2nd hit), 9% (3rd hit)
|-
|-
|[[Banjo]] & [[Kazooie]]||Performs the Beak Bayonet, where Banjo grabs Kazooie and stabs forward once.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Bowser}} ||Performs a backhanded punch while leaning his body forward. Can be slightly angled up or down. ||12%
|-
|-
|[[Bayonetta]]||Performs a straight back kick, an upwards-angled spinning kick, and then a high kick. A three-stage [[natural combo]].||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Bowser Jr.}} ||The Junior Clown Car stabs forward with a fork. Can be angled. ||8%
|-
|-
|[[Bowser]]||Briefly draws his fist back before jabbing straight forwards.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Captain Falcon}} ||A roundhouse kick. Can be angled. ||High: 10% (foot), 9% (leg)<br/>Mid: 9% (foot), 8% (leg)<br/>Low: 10% (foot), 9% (leg)
|-
|-
|[[Bowser Jr.]]||Deploys a pitchfork from the Koopa Clown Car and jabs forwards with it.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Charizard}} ||Sweeps its tail forward. Has a sweetspot on the fiery tip. Can be angled. ||10% (flame), 7% (tail)
|-
|-
|[[Byleth]]||Performs a downward slash with the Sword of the Creator.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Cloud}}||An outwards slash while taking a step forward. Quick startup, but moderate ending lag. Cloud's only tilt that can KO under 150%. KOs middleweights at 135% at the edge.||11%
|-
|-
|[[Captain Falcon]]||Throws a spinning side kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Corrin}}||Swings the Omega Yato downwards akin to a Mii Swordfighter's forward tilt. Has vertical knockback and is Corrin's strongest tilt.||10.5%
|-
|-
|[[Charizard]]||Steps forward and sweeps its tail across the ground.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Dark Pit}} ||Identical to Pit's, but deals less knockback. ||7% (blade), 10% (tip)
|-
|-
|[[Chrom]]||Slashes straight downwards in front of himself.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Diddy Kong}} ||Leans over and punches with both hands. Can be angled up or down. ||10% (clean), 7% (late)
|-
|-
|[[Cloud]]||Performs a two-handed downward slash.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Donkey Kong}} ||Swats his hand. Can be slightly angled up or down. ||11% (high), 10% (mid), 9% (low)
|-
|-
|[[Corrin]]||Slashes outwards on a slight downwards angle.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Dr. Mario}} ||Identical to Mario's. ||7.84%
|-
|-
|[[Daisy]]||Kicks high into the air in front of herself.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Duck Hunt}} ||The dog thrusts the duck forward, who pecks at the opponent. Can be angled up or down. ||8%
|-
|-
|[[Dark Pit]]||Jabs both of his blades in front of himself, parallel to the screen.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Falco}} ||Kicks his leg out. Below-average knockback. Can be angled. ||9%
|-
|-
|[[Dark Samus]]||Throws a reverse roundhouse kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Fox}} ||Kicks his leg out. Below-average knockback. Can be angled. ||8% (high), 6% (mid), 7% (low)
|-
|-
|[[Diddy Kong]]||Throws a leaning double punch.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Ganondorf}} ||Leans back and forcefully thrusts his leg forward. Fairly quick startup, with great knockback at a [[semi-spike]] trajectory. A powerful edgeguarding move against characters with little horizontal recovery. ||13% (foot), 12% (leg)
|-
|-
|[[Donkey Kong]]||{{GameIcon|SSB}} Punches straight forwards.<br/>{{GameIcon|SSBM}}{{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}}{{GameIcon|SSBU}} Swats forwards with the back of his hand.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Greninja}} ||Kicks forward in a spinning motion. Can angled up or down. ||6.5%
|-
|-
|[[Dr. Mario]]||Throws a quick side kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Ike}} ||Swings Ragnell horizontally. Deals moderate knockback with moderate start up and end lag. Can be aimed up or down. ||12.5%
|-
|-
|[[Duck Hunt]]||The dog bends down while the duck leans forwards and pecks with its beak.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Jigglypuff}} ||Spins once while kicking. Can be angled. ||10%
|-
|-
|[[Falco]]||Throws a quick side kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|King Dedede}} ||Extends his hammer and spins it. It now hits multiple times. Excellent [[spacing]] move. ||2% (hits 1-3), 3% (hit 4)
|-
|-
|[[Fox]]||Throws a quick side kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Kirby}} ||A spinning forward kick. Can be angled up or down. ||8% (base), 7% (tip)
|-
|-
|[[Ganondorf]]||{{GameIcon|SSBM}} Throws a spinning side kick.<br/>{{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}}{{GameIcon|SSBU}} Powerfully kicks straight forwards.||{{GameIcon|SSBM}} {{y|16}}<br>{{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}}{{GameIcon|SSBU}} {{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Link}} ||An overhand slash. Has moderate startup but high knockback. ||13%
|-
|-
|[[Greninja]]||Roundhouse kicks forwards.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Little Mac}} ||Jabs twice, with the second jab having moderate knockback and good range. Very fast. ||4% (hit 1), 8% (hit 2)
|-
|-
|[[Hero]]||Performs a shield bash which can block attacks, then performs an outward slash. It is a two-stage natural combo.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Lucario}} ||Thrusts its hands forward, hitting twice. This can be angled up or down. ||{{AuraDamageSSB4|4}} (hit 1), {{AuraDamageSSB4|6}} (hit 2)
|-
|-
|[[Ice Climbers]]||Perform a backhanded hammer swing.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Lucas}} ||A backhand with a shock of PSI. Deals more damage if the opponent is farther from Lucas. Can be angled up or down. ||11% (sweetspot), 7.5% (sourspot)
|-
|-
|[[Ike]]||Briefly draws Ragnell inwards before performing a leaning outwards slash.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Lucina}} ||Identical to Marth's, but with no tipper. ||9.975%
|-
|-
|[[Incineroar]]||Throws a straight spearhand strike.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Luigi}} ||Performs a spinning kick. Can be angled. ||8%
|-
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|[[Inkling]]||Strikes with a downwards and inwards swing with the Splattershot.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Mario}} ||Performs a spinning kick. Can be angled. ||7%
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|[[Isabelle]]||Swings inwards with a Candy Umbrella.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Marth}} ||Swipes his sword forward. ||9% (blade), 12% (tip)
|-
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|[[Ivysaur]]||Leans forwards and spins its bulb's leaves in rotary fashion to slash multiple times in front of itself.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Mega Man}} ||Fires his Mega Buster while running forward. Identical to his neutral attack, but the cannon does no damage. ||2% (3 shots)
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|[[Jigglypuff]]||Throws a roundhouse kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Meta Knight}} ||Slashes twice in front of him, then once upwards. Only pressing the attack button once will cause Meta Knight to perform only the first hit; pressing it twice more causes the second and third hits. Significantly weaker than its ''Brawl'' counterpart. ||2% (hits 1-2), 3% (3rd hit)
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|[[Joker]]||Leans forwards and stabs twice with his knife. If active, Arsene simultaneously thrusts his arm forwards and then draws it back.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Mewtwo}} ||Swipes its tail forward. Sweetspot is close to body. Can be angled. ||10% (near), 9% (mid), 8% (far)
|-
|-
|[[Kazuya]]||Throws a powerful straight kick.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Mii Brawler}} ||A quick roundhouse kick. Can be angled. ||High: 8.5% (body), 7.5% (leg)*<br/>Mid: 8% (body), 7% (leg)*<br/>Low: 8.3% (body), 7.3% (leg)*
|-
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|[[Ken]]||''Tapped (far):'' Performs a forwards poking kick.<br/>''Tapped (close):'' Throws an inwards hook.<br/>''Held:'' Throws a straight jab with his following hand.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Mii Gunner}} ||Fires a short range energy burst. Has good reach for a close range move, but has noticeable endlag. ||9% (clean), 7.5% (mid), 6% (late)*
|-
|-
|[[King Dedede]]||Thrusts his hammer forward head-first and twirls it to strike multiple times.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Mii Swordfighter}} ||Swipes the blade once in a wide arc.|| 12%*
|-
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|[[King K. Rool]]||Forcefully claps in front of himself. Has [[Belly Super Armor]] during the startup.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Mr. Game & Watch}} ||Thrusts a chair forwards. Faster and stronger than it was in ''Brawl''. Originates from ''Lion''. ||9-10% (clean), 4% (late)
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|[[Kirby]]||Throws a roundhouse kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Ness}} ||A roundhouse kick. Can be angled up or down. ||10% (angled up or down), 9% (no angle)
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|[[Link]]||Holds the Master Sword behind himself and then slashes straight down to the ground with it.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Olimar}} ||Winds up and punches forward. Has higher KO potential than in ''Brawl''. ||11%
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|[[Little Mac]]||Throws a snappy one-two punch combo.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Pac-Man}} ||Performs a side kick. Can be angled up or down. ||8%
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|[[Lucario]]||Performs two successive aura-powered palm thrusts in front of itself.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Palutena}} ||Spins her staff in front of her, hitting up to three times. Long duration, good range, and can be used to punish spot-dodges and rolls. However, it leaves her vulnerable to other attacks due to its long duration. ||6% (staff head), 4% (staff tail)
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|[[Lucas]]||Swipes his hand outwards alongside a flash of PSI.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Peach}} ||A 180-degree high kick. Deals more damage if opponents are farther from Peach's leg. ||8% (clean sweetspot), 7% (clean sourspot), 6% (late)
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|[[Lucina]]||Slashes upwards and outwards with Parallel Falchion.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Pikachu}} ||Plants itself on its upper paws and kicks its feet in front of its body. Can be angled. ||10% (high), 9% (mid), 8% (low)
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|[[Luigi]]||Throws a quick side kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Pit}} ||A scissor slash on the opponent. Deals more damage at the tip of the blades. ||10% (tip), 7% (base)
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|[[Mario]]||Throws a quick side kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|R.O.B.}} ||Leans forward and punches. Can be angled up or down. ||8% (arm tip), 6% (arm), 5% (body)
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|[[Marth]]||Slashes upwards and outwards with Falchion.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Robin}} ||A sword slash angled slightly downward. Good for [[spacing]], but has poor KO potential. ||7.5%
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|[[Mega Man]]||Fires up to three Mega Buster shots while walking forwards. A three-stage natural combo.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Rosalina & Luma}} ||Rosalina: Sweep kicks in front of herself. Disjointed range and knockback.<br/>Luma: Performs a similar sweep kick. Medium to short range. ||Rosalina: 6% (leg), 5% (body)<br/>Luma: 4%
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|[[Meta Knight]]||Slashes inwards and downwards, then outwards, and then upwards. A three-stage natural combo.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Roy}} ||Steps forward and slashes his sword downwards in reverse-grip. Very strong for a tilt when sweetspotted. ||12.5% (sweetspot), 9% (near), 8% (far)
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|[[Mewtwo]]||Sweeps horizontally with its tail.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Ryu}} ||''Tapped'': Lifts his leg and kicks, launching diagonally. Based off Ryu's standing medium kick in ''Street Fighter IV''.<br/>''Held'': Collarbone Breaker: Ryu winds up his fist before punching downwards, hitting twice quickly. Deals high damage to shields, designed to break them, but the attack's startup makes it difficult to use on quick fighters. A tapped up tilt can lead into this move. ||Tapped: 6.8%<br/>Held: 3% (hit 1), 6% (hit 2)
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|[[Mii Brawler]]||Throws a quick side kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Samus}} ||A roundhouse kick. The move deals the most damage at the tip of Samus's foot while dealing the least damage at her body. Can be angled, doing more damage if angled up or down. ||High: 8-9% (lower leg), 6-7% (upper leg)<br/>Mid: 7-8% (lower leg), 5-6% (upper leg)<br/>Low: 8-9% (lower leg), 6-7% (upper leg)
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|[[Mii Gunner]]||Kneels slightly and fires a close-ranged laser blast from their cannon.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Sheik}} ||Kicks in an arc, knocking the opponent into the air with low knockback. Easily combos into itself and other moves. ||4%
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|[[Mii Swordfighter]]||Slashes outwards horizontally.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Shulk}} ||Swings the Monado horizontally. ||13% (blade), 11.5% (beam)
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|[[Min Min]]||Extends her left ARM.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Sonic}} ||Kicks with his hands on the ground, similar to Pikachu's. Can be angled up or down. ||4% (hit 1), 5% (hit 2 legs), 7% (hit 2 feet)
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|[[Mr. Game & Watch]]||Thrusts a chair forwards in front of himself.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Toon Link}} ||An overhand slash. Similar to Link's, but with less KO power. Sweetspot located at the center of the blade, which deals strong horizontal knockback. ||9%
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|[[Mythra]]||Swings the Aegis Sword downwards in a quick motion.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Villager}} ||Swings an umbrella horizontally. The umbrella can destroy projectiles. ||9%
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|[[Ness]]||Performs a side kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Wario}} ||Winds up and punches. Slightly faster than in ''Brawl'', but still has noticeable start-up. Decently powerful. Can be angled up or down.  ||High: 14% (fist), 11% (arm)<br/>Mid: 13% (fist), 11% (arm)<br/>Low: 12% (fist), 10% (arm)
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|[[Olimar]]||{{GameIcon|SSBB}} Dropkicks forwards.<br/>{{GameIcon|SSB4}}{{GameIcon|SSBU}} Leans far forwards into a straight punch.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Wii Fit Trainer}} ||Performs the Dancer pose, hitting with an arm and a leg. Hitting with the Trainer's leg will launch the opponent vertically. High knockback and a dependable KO move. ||9%
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|[[Pac-Man]]||Throws a simple side kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSB4|Yoshi}} ||Spins and swats with his tail. Can be angled. ||8% (angled up or down), 7% (no angle)
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|[[Palutena]]||Releases her staff in front of herself and twirls it to hit twice.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Zelda}} ||Swings her arm with sparks. Deals decent knockback and can be angled. ||12% (hand), 10% (arm)
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|[[Peach]]||Kicks high into the air in front of herself.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}} ||An around-the-body kick. Can be angled. ||High: 8% (leg), 6.5% (body)<br/>Mid: 7% (leg), 6% (body)<br/>Low: 8% (leg), 6.5% (body)
|}
 
<nowiki>*</nowiki> This assumes the Mii is default height and weight.
 
==Forward tilts in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''==
{|class="wikitable"
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!Description
!Damage
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|[[Pichu]]||{{GameIcon|SSBM}} Plants its front paws and kicks forwards with its hind legs.<br/>{{GameIcon|SSBU}} Plants its front paws and thrusts its hind legs forwards while releasing an electric spark from them.||{{GameIcon|SSBM}} {{y|16}}<br>{{GameIcon|SSBU}} {{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Bayonetta}} ||Performs a straight kick. If pressed again, Bayonetta strikes with a roundhouse kick, and if pressed a third time, she launches the opponent with a high launching kick. ||4% (1st hit), 3% (2nd hit), 9% (3rd hit)
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|[[Pikachu]]||{{GameIcon|SSB}}{{GameIcon|SSBM}}{{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}} Plants its front paws and kicks forwards with its hind legs.<br/>{{GameIcon|SSBU}} Plants its front paws and thrusts its hind legs forwards while releasing an electric spark from them.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|Bowser}} ||Performs a backhanded punch while leaning his body forward. Can be slightly angled up or down. ||12%
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|[[Piranha Plant]]||Bites in front of itself twice. A two-stage natural combo.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Bowser Jr.}} ||The Junior Clown Car stabs forward with a fork. Can be angled. ||8%
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|[[Pit]]||{{GameIcon|SSBB}} Horizontally thrusts both of his blades forwards.<br/>{{GameIcon|SSB4}}{{GameIcon|SSBU}} Jabs both of his blades in front of himself, parallel to the screen.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Captain Falcon}} ||A roundhouse kick. Can be angled. ||High: 10% (foot), 9% (leg)<br/>Mid: 9% (foot), 8% (leg)<br/>Low: 10% (foot), 9% (leg)
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|[[Pyra]]||Swings the Aegis Sword downwards in a quick motion.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Charizard}} ||Sweeps its tail forward. Has a sweetspot on the fiery tip. Can be angled. ||10% (flame), 7% (tail)
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|[[R.O.B.]]||Throws an inwards leaning hook.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|Chrom}} ||Identical to Roy's, but without a sweetspot or sourspot. Chrom also holds his sword in a normal manner as well.||?%
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|[[Richter]]||Quickly whips forwards with the Vampire Killer.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Cloud}}||An outward slash while taking a step forward. Quick startup, but moderate ending lag. Cloud's only tilt that can KO under 150%. KOs middleweights at 135% at the edge.||11%
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|[[Ridley]]||Grabs his tail and stabs forwards with it like a spear.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|Corrin}}||Swings the Omega Yato downward akin to a Mii Swordfighter's forward tilt. Has vertical knockback and is Corrin's strongest tilt.||10.5%
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|[[Robin]]||Slashes downwards and outwards.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Daisy}}||Identical to Peach's.||?%
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|[[Rosalina]] & [[Luma]]||''Rosalina:'' Performs a gravity-defying two-footed roundhouse kick.<br/>''Luma:'' Throws a roundhouse kick.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Dark Pit}} ||Identical to Pit's.||7% (blade), 10% (tip)
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|[[Roy]]||{{GameIcon|SSBM}} Slashes upwards and outwards with the Binding Blade.<br/>{{GameIcon|SSB4}}{{GameIcon|SSBU}} Slashes downwards and inwards in reverse grip with the Binding Blade.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Dark Samus}} ||Identical to Samus's.||High: 8-9% (lower leg), 6-7% (upper leg)<br/>Mid: 7-8% (lower leg), 5-6% (upper leg)<br/>Low: 8-9% (lower leg), 6-7% (upper leg)
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|[[Ryu]]||{{GameIcon|SSB4}} ''Tapped:'' Performs a forwards poking kick.<br/>''Held:'' Throws a downwards-angled, two-hitting punch with high shield damage.<br/>{{GameIcon|SSBU}} ''Tapped (far):'' Performs a forwards poking kick.<br/>''Tapped (close):'' Throws an inwards hook.<br/>''Held:'' Throws a downwards-angled, two-hitting punch with high shield damage.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Diddy Kong}} ||Leans over and punches with both hands. Can be angled up or down. ||10% (clean), 7% (late)
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|[[Samus]]||Throws a reverse roundhouse kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|Donkey Kong}} ||Swats his hand. Can be slightly angled up or down. ||11% (high), 10% (mid), 9% (low)
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|[[Sephiroth]]||Performs an outward slash with the Masamune.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|Dr. Mario}} ||Identical to Mario's, but deals more damage.||7.84%
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|[[Sheik]]||Throws a quick, wide, upwards spinning kick.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Duck Hunt}} ||The dog thrusts the duck forward, who pecks at the opponent. Can be angled up or down. ||8%
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|[[Shulk]]||Slashes inwards with the Monado.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Falco}} ||Kicks his leg out, much like Fox. Below-average knockback. Can be angled. ||9%
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|[[Simon]]||Quickly whips forwards with the Vampire Killer.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Fox}} ||Kicks his leg out. Below-average knockback. Can be angled. ||8% (high), 6% (mid), 7% (low)
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|[[Snake]]||Strikes forwards with his knee, then clubs downwards with a double hammerfist. A two-stage natural combo.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Ganondorf}} ||Leans back and forcefully thrusts his leg forward. Fairly quick startup, with great knockback at a [[semi-spike]] trajectory. A powerful edgeguarding move against characters with little horizontal recovery. ||13% (foot), 12% (leg)
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|[[Sonic]]||Gets down on his hands and knees while turning around, then kicks forwards with both legs.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|Greninja}} ||Kicks forward in a spinning motion. Can angled up or down. ||6.5%
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|[[Sora]]||A 3 hit combo of an upward swing, a forward jab, and a downward swing.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Ice Climbers}} || ||
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|[[Squirtle]]||Spins while whipping forwards with its tail.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|Ike}} ||Swings Ragnell horizontally. Deals moderate knockback with moderate start up and end lag. Can be aimed up or down. ||12.5%
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|[[Steve]]||Slashes his sword in front of him while walking forward. The attack can be repeated via holding down the attack button.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Incineroar}} || ||
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|[[Terry]]||A middle-height kick.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Inkling}} || ||
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|[[Toon Link]]||Holds the Master Sword behind himself and then slashes straight down to the ground with it.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Isabelle}} || ||
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|[[Villager]]||Strikes horizontally with a Paw Umbrella.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Ivysaur}} || ||
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|[[Wario]]||{{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}} Draws his fist back, then punches forwards.<br/>{{GameIcon|SSBU}} Throws a one-handed inwards slap.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|Jigglypuff}} ||Spins once while kicking. Can be angled. ||10%
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|[[Wii Fit Trainer]]||Assumes the Dancer yoga pose to simultaneously strike forwards with a spearhand and backwards with a modified scorpion kick.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Ken}} || ||
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|[[Wolf]]||Jams his claws forwards, then separates them for a second hit.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|King Dedede}} ||Extends his hammer and spins it. It now hits multiple times. Excellent [[spacing]] move. ||2% (hits 1-3), 3% (hit 4)
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|[[Yoshi]]||{{GameIcon|SSB}}{{GameIcon|SSBM}} Kicks straight forwards with one leg.<br/>{{GameIcon|SSBB}}{{GameIcon|SSB4}}{{GameIcon|SSBU}} Flicks his tail horizontally forward.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|King K. Rool}} || ||
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|[[Young Link]]||Holds the Kokiri Sword behind himself and then slashes straight down to the ground with it.||{{n|16}}
|{{SSBU|Kirby}} ||A spinning forward kick. Can be angled up or down. ||8% (base), 7% (tip)
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|[[Zelda]]||Performs a magic-imbued outwards knifehand swipe.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|Link}} ||An overhand slash. Has moderate startup but high knockback. ||13%
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|[[Zero Suit Samus]]||Throws a spinning side kick.||{{y|16}}
|{{SSBU|Little Mac}} ||Jabs twice, with the second jab having moderate knockback and good range. Very fast. ||4% (hit 1), 8% (hit 2)
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|{{SSBU|Lucario}} ||Thrusts its hands forward, hitting twice. This can be angled up or down. ||{{AuraDamageSSBU|4}} (hit 1), {{AuraDamageSSBU|6}} (hit 2)
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|{{SSBU|Lucas}} ||A backhand with a shock of PSI. Deals more damage if the opponent is farther from Lucas. Can be angled up or down. ||11% (sweetspot), 7.5% (sourspot)
|-
|{{SSBU|Lucina}} ||Identical to Marth's, but lacks a sweetspot or sourspot.||9.975%
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|{{SSBU|Luigi}} ||Performs a side kick. Can be angled. ||8%
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|{{SSBU|Mario}} ||Performs a spinning kick. Can be angled. ||7%
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|{{SSBU|Marth}} ||Swipes his sword forward. Deals more damage and knockback at the tip of the blade. ||9% (blade), 12% (tip)
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|{{SSBU|Mega Man}} ||Fires his Mega Buster while running forward. Identical to his neutral attack, but the cannon does no damage. ||2% (3 shots)
|-
|{{SSBU|Meta Knight}} ||Slashes twice in front of him, then once upwards. Only pressing the attack button once will cause Meta Knight to perform only the first hit; pressing it twice more causes the second and third hits.||2% (hits 1-2), 3% (3rd hit)
|-
|{{SSBU|Mewtwo}} ||Swipes its tail forward. Sweetspot is close to body. Can be angled. ||10% (near), 9% (mid), 8% (far)
|-
|{{SSBU|Mii Brawler}} ||A quick roundhouse kick. Can be angled. ||High: 8.5% (body), 7.5% (leg)*<br/>Mid: 8% (body), 7% (leg)*<br/>Low: 8.3% (body), 7.3% (leg)*
|-
|{{SSBU|Mii Gunner}} ||Fires a short range energy burst. Has good reach for a close range move, but has noticeable endlag. ||9% (clean), 7.5% (mid), 6% (late)*
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|{{SSBU|Mii Swordfighter}} ||Swipes the blade once in a wide arc.|| 12%*
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|{{SSBU|Mr. Game & Watch}} ||Thrusts a chair forwards. Originates from ''Lion''. ||9-10% (clean), 4% (late)
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|{{SSBU|Ness}} ||A roundhouse kick. Can be angled up or down. ||10% (angled up or down), 9% (no angle)
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|{{SSBU|Olimar}} ||Winds up and punches forward.||11%
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|{{SSBU|Pac-Man}} ||Performs a side kick. Can be angled up or down. ||8%
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|{{SSBU|Palutena}} ||Spins her staff in front of her, hitting up to three times. Long duration, good range, and can be used to punish spot-dodges and rolls.||6% (staff head), 4% (staff tail)
|-
|{{SSBU|Peach}} ||A 180-degree high kick. Deals more damage if opponents are farther from Peach's leg. ||8% (clean sweetspot), 7% (clean sourspot), 6% (late)
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|{{SSBU|Pichu}} || ||
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|{{SSBU|Pikachu}} ||Plants itself on its upper paws and kicks its electrically-infused feet in front of its body. Can be angled. ||10% (high), 9% (mid), 8% (low)
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|{{SSBU|Pit}} ||A scissor slash on the opponent. Deals more damage at the tip of the blades. ||10% (tip), 7% (base)
|-
|{{SSBU|Piranha Plant}} ||Lunges with two bites forward. Much like Snake's forward tilt, this is a natural combo consisting of two hits that have to be manually inputted.||?%
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|{{SSBU|Richter}} || ||
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|{{SSBU|Ridley}} || ||
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|{{SSBU|R.O.B.}} ||Leans forward and punches. Can be angled up or down. ||8% (arm tip), 6% (arm), 5% (body)
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|{{SSBU|Robin}} ||A sword slash angled slightly downward. Good for [[spacing]], but has poor KO potential. ||7.5%
|-
|{{SSBU|Rosalina & Luma}} ||Rosalina: Sweep kicks in front of herself. Disjointed range and knockback.<br/>Luma: Performs a similar sweep kick. Medium to short range. ||Rosalina: 6% (leg), 5% (body)<br/>Luma: 4%
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|{{SSBU|Roy}} ||Steps forward and slashes his sword downwards in reverse-grip. Very strong for a tilt when sweetspotted. ||12.5% (sweetspot), 9% (near), 8% (far)
|-
|{{SSBU|Ryu}} ||''Tapped'': Lifts his leg and kicks, launching diagonally. Based off Ryu's standing medium kick in ''Street Fighter IV''.<br/>''Held'': Collarbone Breaker: Ryu winds up his fist before punching downwards, hitting twice quickly. Deals high damage to shields, designed to break them, but the attack's startup makes it difficult to use on quick fighters. A tapped up tilt can lead into this move. ||Tapped: 6.8%<br/>Held: 3% (hit 1), 6% (hit 2)
|-
|{{SSBU|Samus}} ||A roundhouse kick. The move deals the most damage at the tip of Samus's foot while dealing the least damage at her body. Can be angled, doing more damage if angled up or down. ||High: 8-9% (lower leg), 6-7% (upper leg)<br/>Mid: 7-8% (lower leg), 5-6% (upper leg)<br/>Low: 8-9% (lower leg), 6-7% (upper leg)
|-
|{{SSBU|Sheik}} ||Kicks in an arc, knocking the opponent into the air with low knockback. Easily combos into itself and other moves. ||?%
|-
|{{SSBU|Shulk}} ||Swings the Monado horizontally. ||?% (blade), ?% (beam)
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|{{SSBU|Simon}} || ||
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|{{SSBU|Snake}} || ||
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|{{SSBU|Sonic}} ||Kicks with his hands on the ground. Similar to Pikachu's, but lacks electric properties. Can be angled up or down. ||4% (hit 1), 5% (hit 2 legs), 7% (hit 2 feet)
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|{{SSBU|Squirtle}} || ||
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|{{SSBU|Toon Link}} ||An overhand slash. Similar to Link's, but with less KO power. Sweetspot located at the center of the blade, which deals strong horizontal knockback. ||9%
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|{{SSBU|Villager}} ||Swings an umbrella horizontally. The umbrella can destroy projectiles. ||9%
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|{{SSBU|Wario}} ||Slaps with his hand. Decently powerful. Can be angled up or down.  ||High: 14% (fist), 11% (arm)<br/>Mid: 13% (fist), 11% (arm)<br/>Low: 12% (fist), 10% (arm)
|-
|{{SSBU|Wii Fit Trainer}} ||Performs the Dancer pose, hitting with an arm and a leg. Hitting with the Trainer's leg will launch the opponent vertically. High knockback and a dependable KO move. ||9%
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|{{SSBU|Wolf}} || ||
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|{{SSBU|Yoshi}} ||Spins and swats with his tail. Can be angled. ||8% (angled up or down), 7% (no angle)
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|{{SSBU|Young Link}} || ||
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|{{SSBU|Zelda}} ||Swings her arm with sparks. Deals decent knockback and can be angled. ||12% (hand), 10% (arm)
|-
|{{SSBU|Zero Suit Samus}} ||An around-the-body kick. Can be angled. ||High: 8% (leg), 6.5% (body)<br/>Mid: 7% (leg), 6% (body)<br/>Low: 8% (leg), 6.5% (body)
|}
|}


==Notable forward tilts==
==Notable forward tilts==
*Seven characters have forward tilts that are [[natural combo]]s: [[Snake]], [[Piranha Plant]], [[Hero]], [[Meta Knight]], [[Mega Man]], [[Bayonetta]] and [[Sora]]. The former three have two-stage forward tilts, while the latter four have three-stage forward tilts. Sora's forward tilt is notable for being the only natural combo in the game to behave differently if only the first hit is inputted, launching the opponent relatively far instead of keeping them in place for the rest of the combo.
*[[Sheik]]'s forward tilt in [[Melee|all]] [[Brawl|of]] [[Smash 4|its]] [[Ultimate|appearances]] possesses low lag, hits in a wide arc, and deals vertical knockback, allowing it to reliably combo multiple times into itself at low to mid percents, and into other attacks past those percents. In ''Brawl'', it is infamous for being able to combo into itself for much longer than usual, due to the severe effect [[stale-move negation]] has on knockback, even to the point of being able to pull off guaranteed [[zero-to-death]] combos on fast fallers such as {{SSBB|Fox}} and {{SSBB|Wolf}}, while still racking up a noticeably large amount of damage on the rest of the cast.
*Mega Man's forward tilt, in addition to being a natural combo, is the only forward tilt that is a projectile. It can naturally flow from or into his [[neutral attack]] and [[neutral aerial]], effectively allowing him to fire his Mega Buster while standing still, walking, or jumping.
*[[Meta Knight]], [[Snake]], [[Mega Man]], [[Bayonetta]] and {{SSBU|Piranha Plant}} all possess forward tilts with separate hits that are activated via additional presses of the attack button. Snake and Piranha Plant's have two hits, while Meta Knight, Mega Man and Bayonetta's have three hits.
*[[Ryu]] and [[Ken]]'s forward tilts have multiple variations, just like their [[neutral attack]] and other tilts: a 'light' version achieved by tapping the attack button for a short time, and a 'heavy' version achieved by holding the attack button for longer. In ''[[Ultimate]]'', a third variation is added depending on their proximity to their opponent – what was previously the tapped version of their forward tilt (a poking kick) is now only used if far from an opponent. When closer up, a different attack is used (which, for both Ryu and Ken, is a hook).
*[[Snake]]'s forward tilt is one of his most reliable close range options, especially in ''Brawl'', due to its fast startup (hitting on frame 4), very high damage for a tilt if both hits are used, long range, and the second hit's ability to KO at high percents. Along with his up tilt, it is one of his fastest KO options.
**Ryu's held forward tilt, Collarbone Breaker, is of further note. It deals high enough [[shield damage]] to [[Shield break|break shields]] even near their maximum health.
*[[Ganondorf]]'s forward tilt from ''Brawl'' onward deals powerful [[semi-spike]] knockback, while also having deceptively fast startup (hitting on frame 10), making it notoriously effective near edges especially against characters with poor recoveries.
*[[King K. Rool]]'s forward tilt exposes his belly for a brief time before the attack connects. As with several of his other attacks, [[Belly Super Armor]] is active during this time, and King K. Rool will take only half [[damage]] and no [[knockback]] from attacks that hit his belly. The move is also notable for being disjointed with surprisingly long reach, outranging several sword-based attacks.
*[[Mega Man]]'s forward tilt is the only one in the series to be a [[projectile]], and allows him to walk and jump while using it.
*[[Sheik]]'s forward tilt possesses low lag, hits in a wide arc, and deals vertical knockback, allowing it to reliably combo multiple times into itself at low to mid percents, and into other attacks past those percents. The move is at its most effective in ''Brawl'', as it has the lowest ending lag and knockback out of all of its incarnations, as well as having a very favorable vertical launch angle and being incredibly hard to [[SDI]] out of. In ''Brawl'', it can chain into itself many times (with the severe effect of [[stale-move negation]] in ''Brawl'' only exacerbating this further) and it can lead into an up smash, which can potentially KO. It even has the potential to lead into guaranteed low percent death combos on fast fallers such as {{SSBB|Fox}} and {{SSBB|Wolf}}, while still racking up a noticeably large amount of damage on numerous other members of the cast.
*[[Ryu]]'s held forward tilt, Collarbone Breaker, deals high enough [[shield damage]] to [[Shield break|break shields]] even near their maximum health.
*Snake's forward tilt is one of his most reliable close-range options, especially in ''Brawl'', due to its fast startup (hitting on frame 4), very high damage for a tilt if both hits are used, long-range, and the second hit's ability to KO at high percents. Along with his up tilt, it is one of his fastest KO options and it is considered to be arguably the best forward tilt in ''Brawl''. The move's range and power were reduced in ''Ultimate'' but it still remains a very fast tilt which can KO opponents.
*{{SSBU|Pichu}}'s forward tilt in ''Ultimate'', while having short range and causing recoil damage, is very quick and has a guaranteed chance of [[tripping]] opponents, making it excellent for starting combos until percents at which the opponents are lifted off the ground.
*[[Ganondorf]]'s forward tilt from ''Brawl'' onward deals powerful [[semi-spike]] knockback, while also having deceptively fast startup (hitting on frame 10), making it notoriously effective near edges, especially against characters with poor recoveries.
*{{SSBU|Simon}} and {{SSBU|Richter}}'s forward tilt has moderate startup, but long disjointed range and notoriously low ending lag relative to it. As a result, it is one of the safest tilts in the game, and a staple of the Belmonts' [[neutral game]].
*{{SSBU|Pichu}}'s forward tilt in ''Ultimate'', while having short-range and causing recoil damage, is very quick and has a guaranteed chance of [[tripping]] opponents, making it excellent for starting combos until percents at which the opponents are lifted off the ground. Prior to update 3.1.0, the move was infamous for its KO power at high percentages along with its quick startup, minimal ending lag, and 8 active frames. In 3.1.0 the move was weakened, KOing considerably later. However, this allowed trip conversions to work at later percents.
*{{SSBU|Simon}} and {{SSBU|Richter}}'s forward tilt in ''Ultimate'' has moderate startup, but long disjointed range and notoriously low ending lag relative to it. As a result, it is one of the safest tilts in the game, and a staple of the Belmonts' [[neutral game]]. It also changes into a different move upon holding the attack button, turning into the Whip Twirl which can block weak projectiles but has no usage due to its short range.
*{{SSBU|Wii Fit Trainer}}'s forward tilt is the only one in the series that has an entirely different function depending on whether the move connects in front of or behind Wii Fit Trainer. While the front hit sends the opponent away horizontally with good kill power, the back hit sends the opponent straight up and is better suited for early percent combos. It is also the only forward tilt that can hit on both sides.
*{{SSBU|Mr. Game & Watch}}'s forward tilt in ''Ultimate'' is widely feared due to its decent startup, long-lasting hitbox, and very high power.
*{{SSBM|Mario}}'s and {{SSBM|Luigi}}'s forward tilts in ''[[Melee]]'' have a strange trait when angled downward. The set knockback of the move is set as 1 for both of them, giving them minimal knockback, even at 999%. {{SSBB|Luigi}}'s down angled forward tilt in ''Brawl'' retained this knockback, while {{SSBB|Mario}}'s did not.
**{{SSB|Fox}}'s down angled forward tilt in ''Smash 64'' also has this trait, although it has a set knockback value of 10 rather than 1.
*{{SSBU|Lucas}}'s forward tilt in ''Ultimate'' is known for its decent startup, low ending lag, and large disjointed hitbox. The sweetspot has high power for an attack of its type, making it a reliable KO option while its large hitbox and ability to be angled make it very useful for 2-framing opponents. On the other hand, the sourspot can lock opponents at low percents and lead into a powerful finisher. All of these advantages make it one of the best forward tilts in the game.


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