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'''Upstate New York''', sometimes referred to as just '''New York''', is a ''Smash'' region that encompasses the region of {{iw|wikipedia|New York|state}} that is outside the New York City metropolitan area. It borders the New York and Pennsylvania portions of [[Tristate]]; the Pennsylvania portion of the [[Midwest]]; the [[New England]] states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont; and the Canadian provinces of [[Ontario]] and [[Quebec]]. Due to their location, upstate New York often crosses over with the Ontario and New York City scenes, though they also have active scenes in their cities' metropolitan areas.
'''Upstate New York''', sometimes referred to as simply '''New York''', is a ''Smash'' region that encompasses the region of {{iw|wikipedia|New York|state}} that is outside the New York City metropolitan area. It borders the New York and Pennsylvania portions of the [[Tristate Area]]; the Pennsylvania portion of the [[Midwest]]; the [[New England]] states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont; and the Canadian provinces of [[Ontario]] and [[Quebec]]. Due to their location, upstate New York often crosses over with the Ontario and New York City scenes, though they also have active scenes in their cities' metropolitan areas.


Though often overshadowed by the New York City scene, upstate New York has fostered a noteworthy scene in competitive ''Smash''. One of the first notable players from this region was {{Sm|San}}, who became the best {{SSBB|Ike}} player in ''[[Brawl]]'' and was instrumental in the character's rise on the ''Brawl'' tier lists. The region remained rather obscure until late into ''Smash 4''{{'}}s lifespan, where both {{Sm|Dark Wizzy}} and {{Sm|SDX}} made a name for themselves in the ''Smash 4'' competitive scene. This continued into the start of the ''Ultimate'' scene with Dark Wizzy remaining the region's primary representation in competitive play, while the post-pandemic landscape saw the meteoric rise of {{Sm|Jmook}}, who became one of the best ''Melee'' players during this time.
Though often overshadowed by the New York City scene, upstate New York has fostered a noteworthy scene in competitive ''Smash''. One of the first notable players from this region was {{Sm|San}}, who became the best {{SSBB|Ike}} player in ''[[Brawl]]'' and was instrumental in the character's rise on the ''Brawl'' tier lists. The region remained rather obscure until late into ''Smash 4''{{'}}s lifespan, when both {{Sm|Dark Wizzy}} and {{Sm|SDX}} made a name for themselves in the ''Smash 4'' competitive scene. This continued into the start of the ''Ultimate'' scene, with Dark Wizzy remaining the region's primary representation in competitive play, while the post-[[COVID-19 pandemic]] landscape saw the meteoric rise of {{Sm|Jmook}}, who became one of the best ''Melee'' players during this time.


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|{{Sm|etab|USA}}||{{Head|Pikachu|g=SSB|s=20px}}||{{GameIcon|SSB}} [[2023 Smash 64 Power Rankings]]: 34th||
|{{Sm|etab|USA}}||{{Head|Pikachu|g=SSB|s=20px}}||{{GameIcon|SSB}} [[2023 Smash 64 Power Rankings]]: 34th||
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|{{Sm|Jmook|USA}}||{{Head|Sheik|g=SSBM|s=20px}}||{{GameIcon|SSBM}} [[SSBMRank 2023]]: 3rd||Moved to [[SoCal]] in 2024.
|{{Sm|Jmook|USA}}||{{Head|Sheik|g=SSBM|s=20px}}||{{GameIcon|SSBM}} [[SSBMRank 2023]]: 3rd||Moved to [[Southern California]] in 2024.
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|{{Sm|Robert|USA}}||{{Head|Pikachu|g=SSB|s=20px}}||{{GameIcon|SSB}} [[2018 64 League Rankings]]: 16th||Moved to [[Virginia]] in 2019.
|{{Sm|Robert|USA}}||{{Head|Pikachu|g=SSB|s=20px}}||{{GameIcon|SSB}} [[2018 64 League Rankings]]: 16th||Moved to [[Virginia]] in 2019.
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|{{Sm|BING|USA}}||{{Head|Donkey Kong|g=SSBM|s=20px}}{{Head|Falco|g=SSBM|s=20px}}||Originally from [[Utah]] but moved to upstate New York well before he was a known player. Known for upsetting {{Sm|Cody Schwab}} at {{Trn|Get On My Level X}} and {{Sm|aMSa}} at {{Trn|Nounsvitational 2024}}. Will likely be ranked on the [[SSBMRank 2024]].
|{{Sm|BING|USA}}||{{Head|Donkey Kong|g=SSBM|s=20px}}{{Head|Falco|g=SSBM|s=20px}}||Originally from [[Utah]], but moved to upstate New York well before he was a known player. Known for upsetting {{Sm|Cody Schwab}} at {{Trn|Get On My Level X}} and {{Sm|aMSa}} at {{Trn|Nounsvitational 2024}}. Will likely be ranked on the [[SSBMRank 2024]].
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|{{Sm|Bobakanoosh|USA}}||{{Head|Captain Falcon|g=SSB|s=20px}}{{Head|Falco|g=SSBB|s=20px}}||Head tournament organizer for several events in upstate New York.
|{{Sm|Bobakanoosh|USA}}||{{Head|Captain Falcon|g=SSB|s=20px}}{{Head|Falco|g=SSBB|s=20px}}||Head tournament organizer for several events in upstate New York.
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|{{Sm|San|USA}}||{{Head|Ike|g=SSBB|s=20px}}{{Head|Ike|g=SSB4|s=20px}}{{Head|Ike|g=SSBU|s=20px}}||One of upstate New York's best players who was the best Ike player in ''Brawl'' and one of the best Ike players in ''Smash 4''. He is largely responsible for Ike's rise on the ''Brawl'' tier list.
|{{Sm|San|USA}}||{{Head|Ike|g=SSBB|s=20px}}{{Head|Ike|g=SSB4|s=20px}}{{Head|Ike|g=SSBU|s=20px}}||One of upstate New York's best players, and was the best Ike player in ''Brawl'' and one of the best Ike players in ''Smash 4''. He is largely responsible for Ike's rise on the ''Brawl'' tier list.
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|'''6'''||{{Trn|NEW FISH}}||May 7th, 2016||{{GameIcon|SSB4-U}}||106||{{Sm|Colbol|USA}}||{{Head|Fox|g=SSBM|s=16px}}{{Head|Marth|g=SSBM|s=16px}}
|'''6'''||{{Trn|NEW FISH}}||May 7th, 2016||{{GameIcon|SSB4-U}}||106||{{Sm|Colbol|USA}}||{{Head|Fox|g=SSBM|s=16px}}{{Head|Marth|g=SSBM|s=16px}}
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|'''7'''||{{Trn|Quit Your Friendlies 4}}||July 16th, 2022||{{GameIcon|SSBU}}||100||{{Sm|IcyMist|USA}}||{{Head|Samus|g=SSBU|s=16px}}
|rowspan="2"|'''8'''||{{Trn|See Me On LAN}}||March 31st, 2018||{{GameIcon|SSBM}}||rowspan="2"|100||{{Sm|lloD|USA}}||{{Head|Peach|g=SSBM|s=16px}}
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|'''8'''||{{Trn|Quit your Friendlies 5}}||August 19th-20th, 2023||{{GameIcon|SSBU}}||90||{{Sm|Infinity|Canada|p=Ontario}}||{{Head|Olimar|g=SSBU|s=16px}}
|{{Trn|Quit Your Friendlies 4}}||July 16th, 2022||{{GameIcon|SSBU}}||{{Sm|IcyMist|USA}}||{{Head|Samus|g=SSBU|s=16px}}
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|'''9'''||{{Trn|Quit Your Friendlies!}}||February 17th, 2018||{{GameIcon|SSB4-U}}||88||{{Sm|Dark Wizzy|USA}}||{{Head|Mario|g=SSB4|s=20px}}
|'''9'''||{{Trn|Quit your Friendlies 5}}||August 19th-20th, 2023||{{GameIcon|SSBU}}||90||{{Sm|Infinity|Canada|p=Ontario}}||{{Head|Olimar|g=SSBU|s=16px}}
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|'''10'''||{{Trn|Quit Your Friendlies! 2}}||November 17th, 2018||{{GameIcon|SSB4-U}}||85||{{Sm|SDX|USA}}||{{Head|Mewtwo|g=SSB4|s=20px}}
|'''10'''||{{Trn|Quit Your Friendlies!}}||February 17th, 2018||{{GameIcon|SSB4-U}}||88||{{Sm|Dark Wizzy|USA}}||{{Head|Mario|g=SSB4|s=20px}}
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Latest revision as of 01:44, December 27, 2024

Upstate New York, sometimes referred to as simply New York, is a Smash region that encompasses the region of New York that is outside the New York City metropolitan area. It borders the New York and Pennsylvania portions of the Tristate Area; the Pennsylvania portion of the Midwest; the New England states of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont; and the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Quebec. Due to their location, upstate New York often crosses over with the Ontario and New York City scenes, though they also have active scenes in their cities' metropolitan areas.

Though often overshadowed by the New York City scene, upstate New York has fostered a noteworthy scene in competitive Smash. One of the first notable players from this region was San, who became the best Ike player in Brawl and was instrumental in the character's rise on the Brawl tier lists. The region remained rather obscure until late into Smash 4's lifespan, when both Dark Wizzy and SDX made a name for themselves in the Smash 4 competitive scene. This continued into the start of the Ultimate scene, with Dark Wizzy remaining the region's primary representation in competitive play, while the post-COVID-19 pandemic landscape saw the meteoric rise of Jmook, who became one of the best Melee players during this time.

Smashers[edit]

See also: Category:New York smashers

The following players are currently or were previously ranked. Their highest placement is listed.

Globally ranked players[edit]

Tag Character(s) Best placement Notes
USA Dark Wizzy Mario (SSB4)Mario (SSBU) Super Smash Bros. 4 OrionRank 2018: 61st
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate OrionRank 2019: 19th
USA etab Pikachu (SSB) Super Smash Bros. 2023 Smash 64 Power Rankings: 34th
USA Jmook Sheik (SSBM) Super Smash Bros. Melee SSBMRank 2023: 3rd Moved to Southern California in 2024.
USA Robert Pikachu (SSB) Super Smash Bros. 2018 64 League Rankings: 16th Moved to Virginia in 2019.
USA Secret Mewtwo (SSB4)Mewtwo (SSBU)Joker (SSBU) Super Smash Bros. 4 OrionRank 2018: 13th
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Spring 2019 PGRU: Area 51
Formerly known as SDX.
USA Waxy:Joe Jigglypuff (SSB) Super Smash Bros. 2019-2020 Smash 64 Power Rankings: 61st

Nationally ranked players[edit]

Tag Character(s) Best placement Notes
USA iModerz Fox (SSB4)Wolf (SSBU) Super Smash Bros. Ultimate OrionRank North America Top 200: 157th

Other notable players[edit]

Tag Character(s) Notes
USA BING Donkey Kong (SSBM)Falco (SSBM) Originally from Utah, but moved to upstate New York well before he was a known player. Known for upsetting Cody Schwab at Get On My Level X and aMSa at Nounsvitational 2024. Will likely be ranked on the SSBMRank 2024.
USA Bobakanoosh Captain Falcon (SSB)Falco (SSBB) Head tournament organizer for several events in upstate New York.
USA San Ike (SSBB)Ike (SSB4)Ike (SSBU) One of upstate New York's best players, and was the best Ike player in Brawl and one of the best Ike players in Smash 4. He is largely responsible for Ike's rise on the Brawl tier list.

Tournaments[edit]

See also: Category:New York tournaments

Notable tournament series[edit]

Tournament series that have achieved recognition outside their local region.

Tournament Games Type Status
BEST Super Smash Bros. MeleeSuper Smash Bros. Brawl Unscheduled Discontinued
Clip It Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Annual Ongoing
Quit Your Friendlies Super Smash Bros. MeleeSuper Smash Bros. for Wii USuper Smash Bros. Ultimate Annual Ongoing

Notable tournaments[edit]

Tournaments that featured at least one game at a superregional level.

Tournament Date Entrants Supermajor Major Superregional Other
NEW FISH May 7th, 2016 289 Super Smash Bros. for Wii U Super Smash Bros. MeleeProject M

Largest singles events[edit]

Rank Tournament Date Game Attendance Winner Character(s)
1 Clip It II April 10th, 2022 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 160 USA MPg Mega Man (SSBU)
2 NEW FISH May 7th, 2016 Super Smash Bros. for Wii U 155 USA Larry Lurr Fox (SSB4)
3 Quit Your Friendlies! 3 August 31st, 2019 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 155 USA Secret Joker (SSBU)
4 Ghost Pepper Smash April 22nd, 2017 Super Smash Bros. Melee 129 UK Professor Pro Fox (SSBM)
5 Immortal Tech April 28th, 2018 Super Smash Bros. for Wii U 128 USA Marss Zero Suit Samus (SSB4)
6 NEW FISH May 7th, 2016 Super Smash Bros. for Wii U 106 USA Colbol Fox (SSBM)Marth (SSBM)
8 See Me On LAN March 31st, 2018 Super Smash Bros. Melee 100 USA lloD Peach (SSBM)
Quit Your Friendlies 4 July 16th, 2022 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate USA IcyMist Samus (SSBU)
9 Quit your Friendlies 5 August 19th-20th, 2023 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 90 Canada Infinity Olimar (SSBU)
10 Quit Your Friendlies! February 17th, 2018 Super Smash Bros. for Wii U 88 USA Dark Wizzy Mario (SSB4)

See also[edit]