Editing Little Mac (SSB4)

|name = Little Mac

|image = {{tabber|title1=Normal|content1=[[File:Little Mac SSB4.png|x240px]]|title2=Wireframe|content2=[[File:Little Mac Wireframe.png|x240px]]}}

|game = SSB4

|tier = E

|ranking = 43

:{{cquote|''Little Mac Punches In!''|cite=Introduction Tagline}}

'''Little Mac''' ({{ja|リトル・マック|Ritoru Makku}}, ''Little Mac'') is a playable character and a newcomer in ''[[Super Smash Bros. 4]]'', making the jump from an [[Assist Trophy]] in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'' to a fully playable fighter. Little Mac was revealed during a [[Nintendo Direct]] on February 13th, 2014,<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BdQg43n2OaM Nintendo Direct 2.13.14]</ref> which coincided with the 30th anniversary of the North American release of ''[[wikipedia:Punch-Out!! (arcade game)|Punch-Out!!]]''<ref name="oldschool">[http://oldschool.tblog.com/post/1971214969 Back to the 80s: Punch-Out!! arcade game introduced in 1984]</ref> Instead of retaining ''Brawl''{{'}}s 3D version of his original design from the NES version of ''Punch-Out!!'', Little Mac now sports his updated design from the [[wikipedia:Punch-Out!! (Wii)|Wii version of ''Punch-Out!!'']].

Rather than Matt Harty, who voiced him in that game, or Hisao Egawa, who voiced him as an Assist Trophy in ''Brawl'', Little Mac is voiced by Kōsuke Toriumi.

Little Mac is ranked 43rd out of 54 in the [[tier list]], placing him in the E tier as the second lowest ranking mid-tier character. Little Mac's greatest strength is the sheer effectiveness of his ground game; in addition to his outstanding grounded mobility, high [[traction]], and fast/long-ranged dodges, he possesses the overall fastest grounded moveset. By extension, Little Mac's grounded moveset is very potent in regard to both offense and defense: his respectable combo potential, overall high damage output, and outstanding KO power make him very threatening, whereas his [[Priority#Moves_that_cannot_rebound|anti-rebounding priority]] and super [[armor]] enable him to go toe-to-toe against incoming attacks.<ref name="Direct"/> Lastly, his unique [[Power Meter]] allows him to quickly gain an advantage by KOing with a well-positioned [[Straight Lunge#KO Uppercut|KO Uppercut]] at very low percentages with the help of a combo or read.

However, Little Mac's notoriously awful aerial attributes give him little to no defense when airborne.<ref name="Direct"/> His poor aerial mobility and minimal utility of his aerial attacks makes attempting aerial combat extremely risky, while his status as a [[Falling speed#Fast-faller|fast-falling]] lightweight with low [[jump]]s and a weak [[recovery]] make him glaringly susceptible to [[gimp]]ing, [[juggling]], [[edge-guard]]ing, and combos, each of which can result in him being KO'd early on. Despite its effectiveness, Little Mac's ground game is not fundamentally perfect. Aside from his downward angled forward smash and sweetspotted up smash, the remainder of his attacks deal minimal [[shield damage]] and generally lack [[shieldstun]]. Little Mac's unimpressive size also results in the majority of his moveset's [[range]] being short; this not only leaves him disadvantaged against characters that have disjointed ranges and/or projectiles, but also results in a linear [[neutral game]]. While his rolls cover a great distance, they provide a very poor amount of [[intangibility]] frames, and can move Little Mac significantly farther than needed- making this a rather commital option. With his gameplan centered around ground movement, having a very wide and flawed [[roll]] limits Little Mac's safe movement options.

 

Overall, Little Mac's strong ground game is not enough to compensate for his weaknesses, and has resulted in him maintaining only an average level of representation. Despite this, Little Mac has managed to achieve some success: {{Sm|Destany}} has won several local tournaments, while {{Sm|Sol}}, {{Sm|Vash}}, {{Sm|Alphicans}} and {{Sm|pu55yk1ng}} have each achieved a handful of respectable placings at regional and national tournaments.

Little Mac is a [[Weight|lightweight]] whose name is somewhat of a misnomer in regard to his size. While he is rather small in relation to the majority of realistically proportioned characters in ''SSB4'', he is of average size among the entire cast. This, in turn, helps and hinders Mac; his size can make him a somewhat difficult target to hit, and results in his [[dash]]'s animation allowing him to "pseudo-[[Crouching|crouch]]" under many attacks with high hitboxes or certain projectiles, such as [[Hadoken]] and uncharged [[Water Shuriken]]. Conversely, it also results in the overwhelming majority of his moves having a short [[range]], which makes [[spacing]] essential for him to avoid getting [[punish]]ed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Despite his impressive strengths, Little Mac is held back by two very easily exploitable weaknesses. The most serious and notorious of the two is his [[recovery]].<ref name="Direct"/> As mentioned earlier, Little Mac's aerial mobility is arguably the worst in ''SSB4'', as his very fast falling speed makes [[meteor smash]]es, semi-spikes, and even footstool jumps capable of almost instantaneously [[gimp]]ing him, even if he is undamaged and especially if he cannot use his double jump. His special moves also receive drastic downgrades when used in the air, further worsening his air game. Straight Lunge loses its long distance and high power, to the point where it cannot KO even well beyond 150%, and suffers from drastically higher ending lag, to the point where one would not be able to recover even after jumping from the edge of a stage and using it. By extension, KO Uppercut loses the majority of its power, to the point that it only KOs around 150%. Jolt Haymaker loses half of its momentum and start-up intangibility, Rising Uppercut loses half of its distance, and Slip Counter's counterattack loses its intangibility. His main recovery options, Rising Uppercut and Jolt Haymaker, can be easily gimped. Jolt Haymaker barely travels any distance in the air and leaves him in a fall state, rendering him useless and most likely to [[self-destruct]]. Rising Uppercut does not travel that much vertical distance and doesn't really allow much horizontal influence.

 

Furthermore, Little Mac has an infamously weak air game.<ref name="Direct"/> All of his aerial attacks—except for his up aerial—can [[auto-cancel]] with a short hop, while each one has certain perks: neutral aerial can potentially initiate intricate combos<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lR4_jyEhRBU Nair Nair Nair Mac]</ref>, forward and back aerials are semi-spikes, up aerial is a fast anti-air attack, and down aerial is the fastest [[meteor smash]] in the game. However, his air game is overwhelmingly offset by his aerials' relatively high landing lag, very short ranges, and abysmal power, which results in Mac's aerial moveset having the lowest damage output in the game. These factors make him an easy target in the air, as he has no means of defending himself outside of point-blank range. This is further compounded by the fact that none of his aerials make the opponents reliably flinch until medium to high percents. Additionally, Little Mac's down aerial is unable to reliably meteor smash opponents until around very high percents, while its sweetspot only lasts for 1 frame. Unsurprisingly, Mac has no way of reliably KOing in the air without Jolt Haymaker, Rising Uppercut or, in extreme cases, Slip Counter, all of which are very likely to result in inevitable [[sacrificial KO]]s if used off-stage.

 

 

 

Even though Little Mac's ground game is immensely effective, not all areas of it are perfect. Aside from his downward angled forward smash and sweetspotted up smash, none of Little Mac's other moves deal extra [[shield damage]], making it deceptively difficult to get free punishes on opponents who overuse their shield. Neutral attack, up tilt, and dash attack are particularly prone to this, as they lack hitlag and have just enough ending lag to be punished from out of shield. Characters with [[counterattack]]s can also be detrimental to Little Mac, as a countered smash attack is often enough to be fatal because of the high power of his smash attacks. However, the super armor granted by up and down smashes last long enough to endure quicker counterattacks, such as forward-held [[Vision]].

 

Despite having throws with passable damage outputs and a fairly fast pummel, Little Mac's overall grab range is tied with {{SSB4|Cloud}}'s for the third shortest among the cast. The ending lag and knockback values of his throws also render them unreliable for KOing and, under normal circumstances, starting combos. Down throw is able to combo into aerial Jolt Haymaker for damage, or Rising Uppercut to potentially score a KO, but both can be avoided with DI. In comparison, forward throw is able to combo into a dash attack or [[Jolt Haymaker]], but only if the opponent misses a [[tech]]. As such, Little Mac's throws are generally only used to deal damage, as he cannot add any grab options that can truly give him the upper hand when an opponent is shielding.

 

Little Mac has a number of potentially useful [[Character customization|custom moves]] at his disposal. True to its name, Flaming Straight Lunge is a [[Flame|flaming]] variation that also hits multiple times and is a semi-spike that charges almost twice as quickly, but is considerably weaker and covers less distance. Stunning Straight Lunge is an [[electric]]al variation that travels farther and faster than Straight Lunge, but at the cost of damage and launch resistance. Grounding Blow moves higher and can [[bury]] grounded opponents or meteor smash aerial opponents, but its lower power and downward momentum make it much less effective for recovering. Tornado Uppercut grants more distance improving his recovery at the cost of removing one of his only aerial KOing options. Compact Counter is weaker and faster, opening up opportunities for follow-ups, but lacks the default version's immense power and [[one-hit KO]] potential, and Dash Counter is a double-edged sword, since its added momentum can either greatly help or greatly hinder his recovery. It should be noted, however, that none of these moves are unarguably better than Little Mac's default special moves. As such, the best option depends entirely on the player's preference.

 

Ultimately, Little Mac's optimal playstyle requires the player to fight akin to a boxer: keeping constant control of the middle of the stage, effectively reacting to the slightest openings, minimizing any damage taken with his extreme ground mobility, and staying out of the air as much as possible. Little Mac has just as many strengths as he does weaknesses, though the sheer level of polarization can render his potential as deceptively difficult to use to the fullest in spite of his straightforward fighting style. This is most apparent with a single mistake usually being enough to completely shut down his momentum, which thus forces him to optimize every recovery and opening.

Little Mac has received a mix of buffs and nerfs, both direct and indirect, via game updates. Update [[1.0.4]] noticeably nerfed his recovery and the utility of his neutral aerial. In comparison, update [[1.0.6]] increased [[Jolt Haymaker]]'s knockback to the point of making it a reliable KOing option, even when stale. However, the changes to shield mechanics brought about in updates [[1.1.0]] and [[1.1.1]] have also affected Little Mac for the better, as they improve his ability to pressure shields.

 

Little Mac was further buffed in update [[1.1.4]], in which the damage outputs of his smash attacks were increased. While their knockback was compensated, their increased damage outputs make them even more devastating on hit than they already were, as well as safer on shield. In particular, Little Mac's downward angled forward smash now possesses enough shieldstun that, when followed up with his down or forward tilts, can result in a combo that breaks shields even at full health. Aside from these changes, his up tilt's start-up was decreased by 1 frame while its duration was increased by 1 frame, which effectively removed the blind spot it had near the front of his torso.

 

Overall, Little Mac's ground game has been improved, making his most dominant trait even more imposing. However, the worsening of his already abysmal recovery has resulted in it becoming even more exploitable.

 

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|neutralname=Left Jab ({{ja|左ジャブ|Hidari Jabu}}) / Right Hook ({{ja|右フック|Migi Fukku}}) / Left Uppercut ({{ja|左アッパーカット|Hidari Appākatto}}) / Rush ({{ja|ラッシュ|Rasshu}}) / Right Uppercut ({{ja|右アッパーカット|Migi Appākatto}})

|neutral1dmg=2%

|neutral2dmg=2%

|neutral3dmg=7%

|neutralinfdmg=0.7% (loop), 3% (last)

|neutraldesc=A jab, followed by a hook, followed by an uppercut. If either of the initial two hits connect with an opponent and the button is held or mashed, Little Mac will perform an extremely fast flurry of punches, followed by an uppercut. Due to it hitting on frame 1, it is tied with {{SSB4|Zero Suit Samus}}' neutral attack as the fastest neutral attack in the game, and is one of the fastest attacks of any kind, making it extremely useful as an [[out of shield]] option or to cover whiffed attacks. In addition to its speed, its [[Priority#Moves that cannot rebound|anti-rebounding priority]] enables it to out-prioritize attacks within priority range and go on uninterrupted, such as negating [[Fox Illusion]]'s hitbox. Thanks to its outstanding speed and quick interruptibility, it can be [[jab cancel]]ed for almost guaranteed KOs at high percents, including [[Rising Uppercut]] and [[Straight Lunge#KO Uppercut|KO Uppercut]], or pressure opponents to keep their shield up, which can lead to [[shield break combo]]s.

|ftiltname=One-Two Punch ({{ja|ワン・ツーパンチ|Wan Tsū Panchi}})

|ftiltdmg=4% (hit 1), 8% (hit 2)

|ftiltdesc=A {{s|wikipedia|one-two combo}}. Due to it hitting on frame 4, it is the fastest forward tilt in the game. When coupled with its decent range, anti-rebounding priority, and its second hit's very high knockback scaling, it is a safe and very reliable KOing option at high percents. However, the first hit's hitbox on Mac's fist sends opponents at a higher launching angle, making the second hit whiff easily against aerial or falling opponents at high percentages. Its second hit KOs middleweights at 119%/108% while near the edge of {{SSB4|Final Destination}} (3DS and Wii U, respectively). It is based on the one-two combo he used [[Little Mac#In Super Smash Bros. Brawl|as an Assist Trophy in ''Brawl'']].

|utiltname=Anti-Air Knuckle ({{ja|アンチエアナックル|Anchi Ea Nakkuru}})

|utiltdmg=9%

|utiltdesc=An overhead arcing backfist. It covers the entirety of Little Mac's body, which allows him to use it as a quick option to punish overhead attacks or rolls. It can also combo into itself and Rising Uppercut at low percents if the opponent is close to him. It can also function as a somewhat safe approach option when it is [[Pivoting|pivoted]] while dashing, thanks to its anti-rebounding priority. It resembles Don Flamenco's Twirling Backhand used during Title Defense Mode in the Wii version of ''Punch-Out!!'', albeit performed vertically instead of horizontally.

|dtiltname=Leg Blow ({{ja|レッグブロー|Reggu Burō}})

|dtiltdmg=8%

|dtiltdesc=A crouching {{s|wikipedia|short straight-punch}}. Due to it hitting on frame 3, it is tied with {{SSB4|Lucas}}, {{SSB4|Ness}}, {{SSB4|Meta Knight}}, and {{SSB4|R.O.B.}}'s down tilts as the fastest down tilt in the game. When coupled with it launching at 80°, its below average base knockback, and its below average knockback scaling, it is considered one of the best down tilts in the game. It can combo into almost all of his attacks, most notably itself, all smash attacks, forward aerial, [[Jolt Haymaker]] and KO Uppercut at low to medium percents, and Jolt Haymaker or Rising Uppercut at high percents. Like forward and up tilts, it has anti-rebounding priority.

|dashname=Hammer Punch ({{ja|ハンマーパンチ|Hanmā Panchi}})

|dashdmg=10%

|dashdesc=A lunging [[wikipedia:Overhand (boxing)|overhand]]. Its hitbox starts at frame 7, making it very fast. When coupled with its range and low ending lag, it can be used as a quick punishment option when an opponent is stuck in ending lag, and even combo into itself against heavyweights and fast-fallers. It also possesses KO potential at high percents near the edge. However, it is notoriously risky as an approach option because of it being extremely punishable on shield, especially when considering Little Mac's abysmal offstage endurance.

|fsmashname=Smash Uppercut ({{ja|スマッシュアッパーカット|Sumasshu Appākatto}}) / Straight Smash ({{ja|スマッシュストレート|Sumasshu Sutorēto}}) / Smash Body Hook ({{ja|スマッシュボディフック|Sumasshu Bodi Fukku}})

|fsmashupdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|20}} (hand), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|18}} (arm)

|fsmashsidedmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|20}} (hand), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|18}} (arm)

|fsmashdowndmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|24}}

|fsmashdesc=Steps forward and throws one of three punch variations, depending on which angle the [[Control stick|control stick/circle pad]] is tilted. Due to its windbox hitting on frame 6, it is Little Mac's fastest smash attack, yet it also has respectable ending lag. However, as Little Mac steps forward to perform it, it can miss the opponent if they are touching him.

''Up'': An uppercut. It launches opponents vertically and has the largest hitbox out of all three punch variations, which makes it the easiest to connect. At lower percents, it can combo into Rising Uppercut on heavyweights or fast-fallers if their reaction is read. The hand hitbox KOs middleweights at 101%/93% (3DS and Wii U, respectively), while the arm hitbox KOs at 113%/105% (3DS and Wii U, respectively). It also grants super armor on frames 8-15. It resembles Little Mac's Star Punch and One-Star Punch in the NES and Wii versions of ''Punch-Out!!'', respectively.

''Forward'': A cross. It has the highest knockback scaling out of all three punch variations, which makes it the most reliable out of the three in regard to KOing. The hand hitbox KOs middleweights at 80%/65% near the edge of Final Destination (3DS and Wii U, respectively), while the arm hitbox KOs at 89%/76% (3DS and Wii U, respectively). When spaced correctly, it is safe on shield against slower characters. It also grants super armor on frames 8-15. It is based on the cross Little Mac hits King Hippo with during the cutscene in which he defeats Hippo in the Wii version of ''Punch-Out!!''

''Down'': A body hook. It deals the most damage out of all three punch variations and does not possess a sourspot, but its extremely low knockback scaling makes it unusable for KOing. Its high [[shieldstun]] makes it safer on shield than the other two punch variations, and also makes it capable of breaking shields more reliably than any of Little Mac's other attacks. Due to its low knockback scaling, it can set up for a tech chase with an up smash, Jolt Haymaker or KO Uppercut. As of update 1.1.4, its deals enough damage and shieldstun to break full shields if a forward tilt is used immediately after it, and is notably tied as the most damaging forward smash in the game (alongside {{SSB4|Ganondorf}} and {{SSB4|King Dedede}}'s). It also grants super armor on frames 9-15.

|usmashname=Dynamite Uppercut ({{ja|ダイナマイトアッパーカット|Dainamaito Appākatto}})

|usmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|21}} (clean), {{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|16}} (late)

|usmashdesc=An uppercut. Its first frame has a sweetspot that possesses a [[flame]] effect and deals significant shield damage. Its sourspot also makes it useful for aerial protection, thanks to its respectable damage output, high knockback scaling, and hitbox placement. The sweetspot KOs middleweights at 93%/85% (3DS and Wii U, respectively), while the sourspot KOs at 102%/101% (3DS and Wii U, respectively). However, it has the highest amount of ending lag out of his grounded moves (35 frames), and its sourspot lacks super armor. Despite its appearance, it also only hits in front of Little Mac, although it possesses enough vertical range to hit opponents standing on [[Battlefield]]'s lower platforms.

|dsmashname=Swing Punch ({{ja|スイングパンチ|Suingu Panchi}})

|dsmashdmg={{ChargedSmashDmgSSB4|13}}

|dsmashdesc=Spins 180° to throw a quick, downward angled hook in each direction. It is a [[semi-spike]], hits on both sides, and has long range, although it has a blind spot near Little Mac's body. Like his other smash attacks, it grants super armor (frames 7-10 and 15-17). Unlike most down smashes, both of its hits have the same damage outputs and knockback values. All of these traits make it very reliable for edge-guarding, and difficult to punish. It KOs middleweights at 116%/104% (3DS and Wii U, respectively) while near the edge of Final Destination. If an opponent is hit by the hitbox on Mac's upper arm, it is possible to drag them into the second hit at low percents, although this is difficult to do.

|nairname=Weak Jab ({{ja|苦手ジャブ|Nigate Jabu}})

|nairdmg=2%

|nairdesc=A downward angled jab. Due to it hitting on frame 2, it is the fastest neutral aerial in the game. When coupled with its very minimal ending lag, it can be used as a combo breaker of sorts when in the air. It is also capable of dragging aerial opponents back to the ground, warding off an opponent standing at the edge when used after an edge jump, and can even start intricate [[footstool jump]] combos. However, it is extremely risky because of its very short range and abysmal damage output with fixed knockback.

|fairname=Weak Uppercut ({{ja|苦手アッパーカット|Nigate Appākatto}})

|fairdmg=5% (hand), 4% (arm)

|fairdesc=A hook. It has slight start-up and a low damage output. It is a quick semi-spike, which makes it useful for edge-guarding, especially against characters with poor recoveries. However, its very short range makes this difficult to do so reliably. It can also be used as a follow-up from down tilt, although this can be rather unrewarding. At certain percents, it is possible to chain multiple forward aerials into an offstage [[Jolt Haymaker]] as a KO combo, although this will result in a [[self-destruct]] regardless of the outcome.

|bairname=Weak Back Knuckle ({{ja|苦手バックナックル|Nigate Bakku Nakkuru}})

|bairdmg=6% (hand), 4% (arm)

|bairdesc=A backfist. Like forward aerial, it is a quick semi-spike that can be used either to edge-guard or fend off opponents. However, its hitbox does not last long, and its awkward hitbox position makes this difficult to do so reliably.

|uairname=Weak Jumping Punch ({{ja|苦手ジャンピングパンチ|Nigate Janpingu Panchi}})

|uairdmg=5% (hand), 4% (arm)

|uairdesc=An upward arcing hook. Due to it hitting on frame 5, it is tied with {{SSB4|Luigi}}'s up aerial for the second fastest up aerial in the game, which makes it a somewhat useful aerial combo move. If used while near the ground, it can combo into up tilt and Rising Uppercut at high percents. However, its considerable ending lag and high landing lag makes it punishable if missed. It appears to be based on the jump Little Mac performs during his victory animation in the Wii version of ''Punch-Out!!''

|dairname=Weak Open Blow ({{ja|苦手オープンブロー|Nigate Opūn Burō}})

|dairdmg=5% (hand), 4% (arm)

|dairdesc=A downward palm thrust. Due to it hitting on frame 7, it is tied with {{SSB4|Jigglypuff}}'s down aerial as the fifth fastest down aerial in the game. When coupled with its middle hitbox being capable of [[meteor smash]]ing, it is also the fastest meteor smash in the game. However, it is also the weakest meteor smash in the game, and thus extremely ineffective against anyone but fast-fallers unless Little Mac footstool jumps on the opponent immediately after. Experienced players can use it to [[jab reset]] opponents by short hopping and then hitting a floored opponent before finishing them with any of Little Mac's strongest attacks.

|grabname=Grab ({{ja|つかみ|Tsukami}})

|grabdesc=[[wikipedia:Grappling hold#Clinch hold|Clinches]] the opponent. Due to his grabs' moderate ending lag and his overall grab range being tied with {{SSB4|Cloud}}'s for the third shortest in the game due to having blindspots on Little Mac's arm and hand, so his grabs are among the most ineffective in the game. However, his pivot grab has longer range, which is useful and easy to perform thanks to his outstanding ground speed. Another option to alleviate his grab's poor range is to perform a roll cancel grab, which is a very useful tool to catch the opponent during unexpected combos.

|pummelname=Grab Body Blow ({{ja|つかみボディブロー|Tsukami Bodi Burō}})

|pummeldmg=2.1%

|pummeldesc=A short straight-punch. A fairly fast pummel.

|fthrowname=Head Blow ({{ja|ヘッドブロー|Heddo Burō}})

|fthrowdmg=4% (hit 1), 4% (throw)

|fthrowdesc=Rears his arm back and throws an overhand. Its low knockback scaling can allow it to combo into dash attack or [[Jolt Haymaker]] or at low percents if the opponent misses a [[tech]]. Outside of this, its only other utility is dealing damage.

|bthrowname=Turning Uppercut ({{ja|ターニングアッパーカット|Tāningu Appākatto}})

|bthrowdmg=4% (hit 1), 5% (throw)

|bthrowdesc=Spins the opponent around and throws an uppercut. It has the highest knockback scaling out of all of his throws, which allows it to reliably set up edge-guards. It is also Little Mac's only throw with KO potential, although it is unimpressive as a KOing option as it KOs middleweights at 176%/165% (3DS and Wii U, respectively) while near the edge of Final Destination.

|uthrowname=Short Uppercut ({{ja|ショートアッパーカット|Shōto Appākatto}})

|uthrowdmg=4% (hit 1), 3% (throw)

|uthrowdesc=An uppercut. It can lead into an aerial attack if the player reads the opponent's reaction correctly, although this is largely situational and unrewarding because of Mac's abysmal air game. When coupled with it being his least damaging throw, it is Little Mac's overall least useful throw.

|dthrowname=Hammer Knuckle ({{ja|ハンマーナックル|Hanmā Nakkuru}})

|dthrowdmg=4% (hit 1), 5% (throw)

|dthrowdesc=A [[wikipedia:Professional wrestling attacks#Double axe handle|double axe handle]]. It is a decent combo starter, as it can be followed up with a short-hopped Jolt Haymaker at 0%, or Rising Uppercut up to 200%, the latter of which is a KO combo. It can also combo into forward aerial at medium percents, which can then extend into down tilt for additional combos, or a down aerial [[lock]] if an opponent misses their tech. However, these combos are effective only if the opponent does not DI away. It appears to be based on King Hippo's Hippo Squeeze 'n Squash used during Title Defense Mode in the Wii version of ''Punch-Out!!''

|floorfdmg=7%

|floorfdesc=Gets up while throwing a punch behind himself, then in front of himself. Very fast for a get-up attack.

|floorbdmg=7%

|floorbdesc=Gets up while throwing a punch in front of himself, then behind himself.

|floortdmg=5%

|floortdesc=Gets up while throwing a punch in front of himself, then behind himself.

|edgedmg=7%

|edgedesc=Throws a lunging punch while climbing up.

|nsdefdmg=14%/12%/9% (uncharged grounded), 25%/20% (fully charged grounded), 10%/7% (uncharged aerial), 15% (fully charged aerial), 35% (grounded KO Uppercut), 13% (aerial KO Uppercut)

|nsdefdesc=Rears his arm back and then throws a dashing cross. It is chargeable, grants minimal [[super armor|heavy armor]] while charging, and moves Little Mac forward.<ref name="Direct"/> Although it covers more distance the longer it is charged, its damage output does not increase unless it is fully charged. When fully charged on the ground, it is one of the strongest moves in the game; the fully charged early hitbox KOs middleweights at 42%/34% (3DS and Wii U, respectively) while near the edge of Final Destination. Due to having both a blind spot at its beginning and high ending lag, however, the fully charged version requires crucial positioning. If the [[Power Meter]] is fully charged, it becomes the '''KO Uppercut''', an extremely fast and powerful uppercut.<ref name="Direct"/> Despite its name, is not a true [[one-hit KO]], but instead KOs at approximately 30%, while also granting super armor on frames 8-9. However, KO Uppercut possesses a relatively small hitbox, and a considerable amount of ending lag, making it punishable regardless if it hits or not, and the Uppercut is immediately lost if Little Mac holds it for 4 seconds and is then hit by any move that causes tumbling.

|nsc1dmg=1.5%(2 total hits)/3% (uncharged grounded loop/last), 1.8%(6 total hits)/6% (fully charged grounded loop/last), 1.2%/3% (uncharged aerial loop/last), 1.4%/5% (fully charged aerial loop/last), 35% (grounded KO Uppercut), 13% (aerial KO Uppercut)

|nsc1desc=A [[Flame|flaming]] version that charges significantly faster and hits multiple times at a [[semi spike]] angle. It can be used as for horizontal recovery if timed properly, but does not travel as far. Its looping hits also do not connect well at high percents.

|nsc2dmg=11%/7% (uncharged grounded), 20%/18% (fully charged grounded), 8%/5% (uncharged aerial), 12% (fully charged aerial), 35% (grounded KO Uppercut), 13% (aerial KO Uppercut)

|nsc2desc=Travels much farther (almost the full length of [[Final Destination (SSB4)|Final Destination]] when fully charged) and faster, and [[paralyze]]s targets when fully charged before its knockback activates. It also propels Little Mac forward with horizontal momentum if partially charged, giving him a relatively useful recovery option that does not render him [[helpless]]. However, it deals slightly less damage and grants no heavy armor.

|ssdefdmg=14%

|ssdefdesc=An overhand version of the {{s|wikipedia|Superman punch}}. It can be used almost instantly by pressing the special button immediately after first pressing it. It propels Little Mac quite far,<ref name="Direct"/> to the point that it can allow him to leap over certain projectiles. The grounded version grants [[intangibility]] during frames 5-8 when early, or frames 5-14 when used late. Thanks to its respectable damage output and high knockback scaling, it KOs middleweights at 103%/93% (3DS and Wii U, respectively) while near the edge of Final Destination. However, it is unwise to use this attack around the edge of a stage, since it renders Little Mac helpless. By extension, the aerial version is noticeably worse, as it lacks intangibility and covers less distance, especially if the punch is thrown early.

|ssc1dmg=9%

|ssc1desc=Leaps much higher and either [[bury|buries]] grounded opponents, or meteor smashes aerial ones. However, it covers less horizontal movement, takes slightly longer to throw out manually, and propels Little Mac downward.

|ssc2dmg=18%

|ssc2desc=Deals more damage, grants super armor through the entire leap, and is [[unblockable]]. However, it travels slower, cannot be used instantly upon pressing the special button, and does not cover any distance if used immediately out of [[hitstun]].

|usdefdmg=3% (hit 1), 1% (loop, 4 total hits), 3% (last)

|usdefdesc=A right-handed, jumping corkscrew uppercut, followed immediately by a left-handed uppercut. The first uppercut hits multiple times, whereas the second uppercut hits once and has extremely high knockback.<ref name="Direct"/> Thanks to Little Mac's excellent traction, it is a very potent out of shield option, yet is also one of his only reliable aerial finishers aside from Jolt Haymaker. It KOs middleweights at 115%/109% (3DS and Wii U, respectively). It also grants 3 frames of intangibility on start-up, while the grounded version covers a decent amount of vertical distance. Conversely, the aerial version is half as effective at covering vertical distance and granting maneuverability compared to the grounded version, which make it extremely ineffective for recovery. It also only snaps the edge if it starts or ends right next to one. It appears to be based on Little Mac's Three-Star Punch in the Wii version of ''Punch-Out!!''

|usc1dmg=3%/4%

|usc1desc=Covers more distance, grants better maneuverability, and [[Pushing|pushes]] opponents away thanks to the gust it emits. However, its overall damage output is lower and it has set knockback.

|usc2dmg=16% (hit 1), 4% (hit 2)

|usc2desc=An [[electric]]al version that deals noticeably more damage and has higher knockback. However, it only hits twice, has higher start-up and ending lag, and covers considerably less distance unless used immediately from a double jump. Both hits also tend to not connect at higher percentages.

|dsdefdmg=1.3× (minimum 10%)

|dsdefdesc=Assumes a [[wikipedia:Boxing styles and technique#Stances|full crouch stance]] and, if hit, immediately [[counterattack]]s by {{s|wikipedia|slipping}} inside to throw an uppercut.<ref name="Direct"/> Due to it coming out on frame 5, it is tied with [[Double Team]] and [[Witch Time]] as the fastest counterattack in the entire game. In the air, it can be used for horizontal recovery due to Mac being propelled forward during the slip, although this can be risky. It appears to be based on Glass Joe's Delayed Right Hook used during Title Defense Mode in the Wii version of ''Punch-Out!!''

|dsc1dmg=0.8× (minimum 4%)

|dsc1desc=Has a lower damage multiplier and less knockback, but is overall faster, which allows Little Mac to initiate follow-ups and improves its recovery potential.

|dsc2dmg=1.1× (minimum 7%)

|dsc2desc=Has a slightly lower damage multiplier and its counter window does not last as long, but Little Mac dashes forward upon counterattacking. The dash results in Little Mac being unable to attack opponents directly in front of him because of the dash generating a windbox, but it is more useful for both countering projectiles in order to close the gap between Mac and as a horizontal recovery option.

|fsdesc=Transforms into Giga Mac, his powered up transformation from the Wii version of ''Punch-Out!!''<ref name="Direct"/> Giga Mac's attacks are considerably stronger, with most of them dealing twice as much damage as Little Mac's respective attacks. This is especially evident with his non-angled and upward angled forward smash, sweetspotted up smash, and clean Straight Lunge, each of which are one-hit KOs when they are fully charged. Even his up tilt, dash attack, and back throw become viable KOing options: on the 3DS version of the game, the former KOs middleweights at 81%, whereas the latter two KO at 75% and 84%, respectively, while near the edge of Final Destination. Doc Louis won’t be heard while taunting in this form.

Little Mac has a unique mechanic called the Power Meter. When fully charged, it replaces his neutral special with the KO Uppercut, an extremely powerful uppercut. Although it was claimed by [[Masahiro Sakurai]] to be a [[one-hit KO]] attack, this is not true. Nevertheless, it is strong enough to KO opponents at extremely low percents, depending on their weight. In keeping with Little Mac's abysmal air game, an aerial KO Uppercut deals significantly lower damage and knockback, to the point that it cannot KO an aerial opponent unless they are at least around 150%.

 

The Power Meter charges when Little Mac deals and/or receives damage. However, when he is attacked, the Power Meter will fill by double to quadruple the amount compared to if he hits an opponent. The Power Meter will also be maxed out if Mac receives exactly 100%. The uppercut can be canceled by another character's attack, blocked by a perfect shield (although it is [[unblockable]]) or dodged, meaning that it is necessary to catch opponents off-guard to guarantee it hits.

|dash = 2.05

|run = 2.24

|fall = 1.8

 

|desc=Walks onto the stage while throwing a series of punches before tossing his hooded sweatsuit off. If either of his sweatsuit alternate costumes are being used, he will still perform the tossing animation while keeping his sweatsuit on.

|desc-up=Turns his back to the screen, bends down, then raises his fist triumphantly. Doc Louis may say "Hit 'em, baby!" ({{ja|叩け！マック！|Tatake! Makku!}}, ''Thrash! Mac!'')

|desc-side=Pulls the string of his right boxing glove with his teeth in order to tighten it, then resumes his stance while exhaling. Doc Louis may say "Let 'em have it, Mac!" ({{ja|ぶちかませ！マック！|Buchikama se! Makku!}}, ''Hit them hard! Mac!'')

|desc-down=Throws a series of punches while facing the screen. Doc Louis may say "Show 'em what you've got, Mac baby!" ({{ja|お前のパンチを見せてやれ！|Omae no panchi wo misete yare!}}, ''Let them see your punch!'')}}

|desc-1=Shuffles his feet.

|victory-desc=A remix of the Won Match! jingle from the NES version of ''[[Punch-Out!!]]''

|desc-2=Shadowboxes with Doc Louis, then turns to the camera while holding his fist up triumphantly while Louis cheers him on.

|desc-3=Runs and turns his back towards the camera, briefly shuffles his feet, then spins before throwing a triumphant uppercut while Doc Louis cheers him on.

Unless the match is a [[Team Battle]], all of Little Mac's victory poses involve [[Doc Louis]]. If Little Mac's team is victorious but he does not have the most points, Doc Louis will not appear and Mac will perform his second victory pose.

''Each of Little Mac's victory poses has Doc Louis saying one of the following at random.''

'''First Pose:'''

* "(In tandem with the [[announcer]]) And the winner is... Little Mac! Hahaha!" ({{ja|勝者、リトル・マック！アハハハハハ！|Shōsha, Ritoru Makku! Ahahahahaha!}},  ''The winner, Little Mac! Ahahahahaha!'')

'''Third Pose:'''

* "Nice moves, Mac. I could barely keep my eyes on ya, son." ({{ja|すごい動きだな、何だか透けて見えちまったよ|Sugoi ugokida na, nandaka sukete mie chimatta yo}}, ''What amazing movement you have, it’s like I can see right through you!'')

* "Ain't you flashy? You making my eyes water, son." ({{ja|目立ちすぎじゃねぇか、目がチッカチカしやがる|Medachi sugi jane ka, me ga chikkachika shi ya garu}}, ''Don’t you stand out a bit much? You’re making my eyes sore!'')

* "You're lookin' mighty good, son. Just like old times, huh?" ({{ja|何とも妙な具合だな、懐かしい感じがしやがる|Nantomo myōna guaida na, natsukashī kanji ga shi ya garu}}, ''It's a strange feeling, I feel nostalgic.'')

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|set2=2113

|set3=2112

|set4=2211

|set5=2213

|set6=2212

|set7=2311

|set8=2313

|set9=2312

|set10=2121

*{{Sm|Alphicans|Canada}} - The best Little Mac player in Canada. Placed 9th at both {{Trn|Get On My Level 2016}} and {{Trn|Canada Cup 2016}}, 17th at {{Trn|Battle of BC 2}}, and 33rd at both {{Trn|2GGT: KTAR Saga}} and {{Trn|2GGC: ARMS Saga}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|iStudying}} and {{Sm|NinjaLink}}.

*{{Sm|bt.yamato|Japan}} - The best Little Mac player in the world in 2018. He notably placed 5th at {{Trn|SoCal Regionals 2018}} defeating {{Sm|falln}}, {{Sm|AC}}, and {{Sm|K9sbruce}}, and has also placed 7th at {{Trn|Sumabato 24}}, 9th at {{Trn|KVOxTSB 2018}}, 13th at {{Trn|Umebura T.A.T.}}, and 25th at {{Trn|Umebura Smash 4 Final}}.

*{{Sm|Destany|Switzerland}} - The best Little Mac in Europe, using the character alongside {{SSB4|Meta Knight}}. Placed 2nd at {{Trn|Geneva Gaming Convention 2017}}, 4th at {{Trn|PPT Winter}}, 5th at {{Trn|TheReset 5}}, and 13th at {{Trn|PPT Summer}}. Ranked 39th on the [[ European Smash 4 Power Rankings]].

*{{Sm|Lazyboredom|USA}} - One of the best Little Mac players in the world in 2017. Placed 4th at {{Trn|Super FamiCon 2016}}, 13th at {{Trn|MomoCon 2017}}, 17th at {{Trn|2GGC: ARMS Saga}}, 25th at {{Trn|Glitch}}, and 33rd at {{Trn|Royal Flush}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|CaptainZack}}, {{Sm|Xzax}}, and {{Sm|Mekos}}.

*{{Sm|pu55yk1ng|USA}} - One of the best Little Mac players in the United States. Placed 13th at {{Trn|Combo Breaker 2018}}, 17th at {{Trn|IBP Masters Showdown}}, 25th at {{Trn|Albion 3}}, and 33rd at {{Trn|2GGC: GENESIS Saga}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Zenyou}}, {{Sm|Rich Brown}}, and {{Sm|AC}}.

*{{Sm|Sol|USA}} - One of the best Little Mac players of all time. Placed 5th at {{Trn|International Gaming Expo}}, 25th at both {{Trn|2GGT: KTAR Saga}} and {{Trn|2GGC: ARMS Saga}}, and 33rd at both {{Trn|CEO 2015}} and {{Trn|CEO Dreamland}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Locus}}, {{Sm|Fatality}}, and {{Sm|MVD}}.

*{{Sm|Tarakotori|Japan}} - One of the best Little Mac players in Japan. Placed 9th at {{Trn|Umebura Smash 4 Final}}, 13th at {{Trn|Umebura Tokaigi Qualifier 2}}, 17th at {{Trn|Umebura T.A.T.}}, and 25th at both {{Trn|Umebura 32}} and {{Trn|Umebura 34}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Raito}}, {{Sm|Eim}}, and {{Sm|Rain}}.

*{{Sm|Vash|USA}} - One of the best Little Mac players in the United States. Placed 9th at {{Trn|2GGT: Fresh Saga}}, 17th at {{Trn|2GGT: FOW Saga}}, 25th at both {{Trn|2GGT: Mexico Saga}} and {{Trn|2GGC: GENESIS Saga}}, 33rd at {{Trn|Smash Masters League: Battle for Vegas}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Elegant}}, {{Sm|Locus}}, and {{Sm|Nietono}}.

==In Solo Modes==

===[[All-Star Mode]]===

In All-Star Mode, Little Mac is fought in Stage 1 in the 3DS version or Stage 7 in the Wii U version alongside {{SSB4|Mario}}, {{SSB4|Donkey Kong}}, {{SSB4|Luigi}}, {{SSB4|Mr. Game & Watch}}, and {{SSB4|Pac-Man}}.

* '''[[Below the Belt]]''': As {{SSB4|Mario}}, the player must protect a damaged Little Mac from a giant Little Mac. Little Mac will be at 60% on Easy, 80% on Normal, and 100% on Hard.

* '''[[New Challengers 1]]''': Little Mac is one of the seven opponents fought in this event, alongside {{SSB4|Rosalina & Luma}}, {{SSB4|Wii Fit Trainer}}, {{SSB4|Villager}}, {{SSB4|Duck Hunt}}, {{SSB4|Bowser Jr.}}, and {{SSB4|Lucina}}.

* '''[[No Mere Sparring Match]]''': A damaged Little Mac must defeat three Wireframe Macs. The Wireframe Macs have three stocks on Easy, four on Normal, and five on Hard.

* '''[[Getting Healthy]]''': Little Mac and Wii Fit Trainer must defeat {{SSB4|Kirby}} and {{SSB4|Pac-Man}}.

* '''[[The Ultimate Battle]]''': Two players select a character and must defeat the entire roster.

SSB4-Wii U Congratulations Classic Little Mac.png|Classic Mode

SSB4-Wii U Congratulations All-Star Little Mac.png|All-Star Mode

==[[Trophies]]==

Little Mac's default trophy is obtained by clearing Classic Mode as Little Mac. His alternate trophy is obtained by clearing All-Star Mode as Little Mac in the 3DS version or purchasing it in the Trophy Shop for 1000G in the Wii U version. The Giga Mac trophy is obtained only in the Wii U version by clearing All-Star Mode as Little Mac.

{{Trophy/Fighter

|name=Little Mac

|image-3ds=LittleMacTrophy3DS.png

|desc-ntsc=This little boxer from the Punch-Out!! series makes up in heart what he lacks in height. He wasn't afraid to take on the boxing champs, and he's not afraid of the Nintendo stars. In Smash Bros., he packs a serious punch. When his KO Meter fills up, wade in and trigger a devastating uppercut.

|desc-pal=The little guy from Punch-Out!! has come a long way since his humble beginnings fighting the almost literal boxing giants. Above his damage display, you'll notice he has a little meter that fills up as he fights. When it's full, you'll see a flashing "KO" there. That means you can unleash a devastating uppercut!

|gamelist-ntsc={{Trophy games|console1=NES|game1=Punch-Out!!|release1=10/1987|console2=Wii|game2=Punch-Out!!|release2=05/2009}}

|gamelist-pal={{Trophy games|console1=NES|game1=Punch-Out!!|release1=12/1987|console2=Wii|game2=Punch-Out!!|release2=05/2009}}

}}

{{clrl}}

|name=Little Mac (Alt.)

|image-3ds=LittleMacAltTrophy3DS.png

|image-wiiu=LittleMacAltTrophyWiiU.png

|mode=Alt

|desc-3ds-ntsc=No matter his opponent, Little Mac always puts his best fist forward. He enters a charge state before unleashing his Straight Lunge special and can unleash it while charging by pressing the button again. He won't flinch while charging. At max charge, the launching power of this move is scary!

|desc-wiiu-ntsc=No matter his opponent, Little Mac always puts his best fist forward. He enters a charge state before unleashing his Straight Lunge special—you can unleash it while charging by pressing the button again. He won't flinch while charging. At max charge, the launching power of this move is scary!

|desc-pal=Little Mac always puts his best fist forward, especially when you use Straight Lunge! You start by charging, then unleash the punch whenever you press the button again. Charge it to the max and its launching power is formidable! Also, attacks won't make you flinch while you're charging or once you've fully charged the move.

|gamelist-ntsc={{Trophy games|console1=NES|game1=Punch-Out!!|release1=10/1987|console2=Wii|game2=Punch-Out!!|release2=05/2009}}

|gamelist-pal={{Trophy games|console1=NES|game1=Punch-Out!!|release1=12/1987|console2=Wii|game2=Punch-Out!!|release2=05/2009}}

}}

 

|image=GigaMacTrophyWiiU.png

|desc-ntsc=This Final Smash turns Little Mac into a hulking monster of a man. In Punch-Out!! for Wii, Little Mac could take this form by building up the gauge with some well-timed blows. In this game, it seriously powers up his attacks and makes him even faster. He'll completely dominate on the ground, but air battles are outside his weight class.

|desc-pal=This Final Smash turns Little Mac into a hulking monster of a man. In Punch-Out!! for Wii, Little Mac could take this form by building up the gauge with some well-timed punches. In this game, it seriously powers up his attacks and makes him even faster. He'll completely dominate on the ground, but he's still not all that great in the air.

Little Mac Smash.4 Reveal.jpg|The Pic of the Day revealing Little Mac.

SSB4 Little Mac Sweatsuit.jpg|Two of Little Mac's alternate costumes. One is his [https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/punchout/images/c/cf/Miketysonspunchout_790screen009_15069_640screen.jpg signature hooded sweatsuit], while the other is [https://youtu.be/-KwIux4yjIo?t=20m33s his attire] in [http://punchout.wikia.com/wiki/Contender Contender Mode] when fighting in the [http://punchout.wikia.com/wiki/World_Circuit World Circuit] in the Wii version of ''Punch-Out!!''

Little Mac Smash.4 Reveal - Pt2.jpg|Using [[Straight Lunge#KO Uppercut|KO Uppercut]] on {{SSB4|Samus}}.

SSB4 - Little Mac Screen-9.jpg|Using [[Straight Lunge]] in {{for3ds}}.

SSB4 Little Mac Wire Frame.jpg|Using the first hit of his neutral attack on {{SSB4|Link}}.

SSB4 - Little Mac Screen-1.jpg|Using a fully charged Straight Lunge.

OHKOUppercut.jpg|Using KO Uppercut on {{SSB4|Mega Man}} and {{SSB4|Bowser}}.

SSB4 - Little Mac Screen-4.jpg|Using KO Uppercut on {{SSB4|Sonic}}.

Little Mac Up B 1.png|Using [[Rising Uppercut]].

Little Mac Up B 2.png|Using Rising Uppercut on Link.

Little Mac Up B 3.png|Failing to recover by using Rising Uppercut.

SlipCounter.jpg|Using [[Slip Counter]] against {{SSB4|Mario}}'s up smash.

Giga Mac Start.png|Little Mac on [[Smash Ball]] standby.

SSB4 - Little Mac Screen-8.jpg|Using Straight Lunge on {{SSB4|Fox}} and {{SSB4|Villager}} while using [[Giga Mac]], his [[Final Smash]].

SSB4 - Little Mac Screen-2.jpg|Using his rapid jab on Mario.

SSB4 - Little Mac Screen-7.jpg|Using his down smash on {{SSB4|Fox}}.

Little Mac Dash Attack.png|Using his dash attack on Mario.

SSB4 - Little Mac Screen-6.jpg|Using his dash attack against Villager's neutral attack.

SSB4 - Little Mac Screen-10.jpg|Taunting alongside {{SSB4|Pikachu}} and {{SSB4|Olimar}}.

Smash.4 - Height Differences.jpg|Little Mac taunting alongside Samus.

SSB4 - Diddy Kong Screen-4.jpg|Using Rising Uppercut alongside {{SSB4|Diddy Kong}}'s up smash.

Smash.4 - Little Mac CR Trophy.jpg|A trophy of Little Mac as he appeared in ''Captain Rainbow''.

LittleMacDamage.jpeg|Little Mac wearing his World Video Boxing Association (WVBA) Champion alternate costume and sporting battle damage.

*Little Mac makes a number of references to his home series:

**The pose he strikes for his reveal trailer's splash art is directly based on a piece of [https://beagamecharacter.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/MacWorkout.jpg promotional artwork] for the Wii version of ''{{Iw|wikipedia|Punch-Out!!|Wii}}''. By extension, his official artwork for ''SSB4'' pose is a modified version of this pose, with a better center of gravity and his stance being shifted to the right, along with his arms being positioned differently.

**His [[Alternate costume (SSB4)#Little Mac|alternate costumes]] include his signature hooded sweatsuit used during his training segments with [[Doc Louis]], his World Video Boxing Association (WVBA) Champion attire from the Wii version of ''Punch-Out!!'', a design based on the blond protagonist of ''Super Punch-Out!!'', and a wireframe design based on the first-person perspective from the arcade version of ''Punch-Out!!''

**He is the only character to display visual battle damage, although this feature is only shown in ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U''. Upon reaching or passing 100%, or upon being [[screen KO]]'d, bandages and bruises appear on his face. This is a reference to the Wii version of ''Punch-Out!!'', where Little Mac will gradually begin looking bruised and battered if he gets hit too many times.

**Despite being symmetrical in some instances, such as his during taunts and [[on-screen appearance]], he is not mirrored when he faces left and right because he uses an {{s|wikipedia|orthodox stance}} like in his home series.

*According to [[Masahiro Sakurai]] as of November 2014, Little Mac had the lowest online win ratio out of all the characters at the time. This led many to believe that balance patches would be based solely or at least mostly on online win rates; however subsequent patches, including 1.0.4 where Little Mac was nevertheless nerfed, would go on to disprove this. <ref>[http://kotaku.com/little-mac-is-smash-bros-biggest-loser-1658263617 Little Mac is ''Smash Bros.''{{'}} Biggest Loser]</ref>

*Prior to update 1.0.5 in ''Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS'' and update 1.0.6 in ''Super Smash Bros. for Wii U'', Little Mac could not properly hold {{b|Hammer|item}}s, as they would be positioned at his sides instead of between his hands.

*Little Mac has the most costumes in the series, having 16.

*Interestingly, Little Mac shares a few animations with {{SSB4|Captain Falcon}}. This includes some of his poses when knocked back with a weak attack, swing animations for battering items such as a [[Beam Sword]] or a [[Home Run Bat]], and animations while [[buried]] or [[stun]]ned. This has led many to believe that Captain Falcon's model was used as a base for creating Little Mac's model.

**In regard to Little Mac's model, his mouth will jarringly close when his shadowboxing and shuffling victory poses conclude.

*Prior to the introduction of [[Special Zoom]] in ''Ultimate'', Little Mac and {{SSB4|Cloud}} were the only characters who had special moves that affect the in-game camera, with both [[Straight Lunge#KO Uppercut|KO Uppercut]] and all of Cloud's [[Limit Charge|Limit Break]] moves (barring Limit Break [[Blade Beam]]) zooming in and slowing down time upon hitting their targets. Coincidentally, both moves involve dealing or receiving damage in order to be available for use.

*Little Mac is one of four characters whose placement differs on the [[character selection screen]] between the 3DS and Wii U versions, along with {{SSB4|Mr. Game & Watch}}, {{SSB4|Duck Hunt}}, and {{SSB4|Shulk}}. In {{for3ds}}, Little Mac is between {{SSB4|Meta Knight}} and {{SSB4|Fox}}, while in {{forwiiu}}, Little Mac is between Mr. Game & Watch and {{SSB4|Link}}.

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