Ike (SSBU): Difference between revisions

In the early metagame, Ike was seen as a significantly improved character from his low-mid tier placement from the previous installment, due to disjoints being prominent in the metagame. Initial tournament results were also strong thanks to players such as {{Sm|MkLeo}} and {{Sm|Ryuga}}; MkLeo especially won the first ''Ultimate'' supermajor {{Trn|GENESIS 6}} with Ike. This led to an initial positive reception, with top players such as {{Sm|ESAM}} designating him as a high tier character.

However, Ike's weaknesses such as his poor disadvantage state wore off most of the positive reception, with MkLeo dropping the character and Ryuga seeing a decline in results. With no top-player representation, opinions on the character dropped, and despite buffs in subsequent patches such as patch 8.0.0., public perception on the character continued to be mediocre. In the post-online metagame, Ike has seen success from players such as {{Sm|Yez}} and {{Sm|PsyKoD}}. However, his weaknesses and below-average representation has led most players to consider Ike as a mid tier at best, leading to his current placement on the tier list, where he is ranked in the mid-low tier at 65th.

Despite the overall lukewarm reception offline, Ike had a brief period of success during the online metagame. As [[Perfect shield]]ing are harder to perform due to input lag, Ike's slow aerials and tilts are safer on shield compared to offline. This gives Ike a stronger perception online, with {{Sm|Yez}} and {{Sm|Ravenking}} representing Ike's online scene due to their high placements at large online tournaments and their placements on the [[Wi-Fi Warrior Rank]]s.

*{{Sm|Bokinchan|Japan}} - One of the best Ike players in Japan prior to the [[COVID-19]] pandemic. Placed 9th at {{Trn|Karisuma SP 8}}, 13th at {{Trn|Kurobra 19}}, 17th at {{Trn|Umebura SP 2}}, and 25th at {{Trn|EVO Japan 2020}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Lea}}, {{Sm|Gackt}}, and {{Sm|Jagaimo}}.

*{{Sm|Logix|Japan}} - One of the best Ike players in Japan, but is currently inactive. Placed 9th at {{Trn|TSC 11}}, 17th at {{Trn|Umebura Japan Major 2019}}, and 33rd at {{Trn|EGS Cup 3}}, with wins over players such as {{Sm|kameme}}, {{Sm|Lea}}, {{Sm|Abadango}}. Ranked 81st on the discontinued [[Japan Player Rankings]].

*{{Sm|MkLeo|Mexico}} - The best Ike player in the world during the early metagame before switching to {{SSBU|Lucina}}. Placed 1st at both {{Trn|GENESIS 6}} and {{Trn|Smash Conference United}} as well as 2nd at {{Trn|Frostbite 2019}}. Ranked 1st on the [[Spring 2019 PGRU]] with the character.

*{{Sm|PsyKoD|USA}} - Placed 9th at both {{Trn|The Big House 10}} and {{Trn|Bahamut}}, and 25th at both {{Trn|Riptide 2022}} and {{Trn|COST 2022}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|BassMage}}, {{Sm|IcyMist}}, and {{Sm|Stroder}}. Currently ranked 3rd on the [[Ohio Power Rankings]].

*{{Sm|Ravenking|USA}} - One of the best Ike players in the United States. Placed 2nd at {{Trn|Tripoint Stadium}}, 5th at {{Trn|Frosty Faustings XIV 2022}}, 17th at {{Trn|Combo Breaker 2022}}, and 33rd at {{Trn|Frostbite 2020}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Scend}}, {{Sm|Tyroy}}, and {{Sm|Ned}}. Currently ranked 2nd on the [[Chicago Power Rankings#Super Smash Bros. Ultimate|Chicago Ultimate Power Rankings]]. Online, placed 9th at both {{Trn|The Cosmic Kerfuffle}} and {{Trn|The Airlock}}, 13th at {{Trn|Lockhart Series}}, and 17th at {{Trn|SWT: NA Northeast Ultimate Online Qualifier}}. Currently ranked 37th on the [[Wi-Fi Warrior Rank v7]].

*{{Sm|Ryuga|USA}} - One of the best Ike players in the world during the early metagame, but is currently inactive. Placed 9th at {{Trn|Frostbite 2019}}, 17th at both {{Trn|MomoCon 2019}} and {{Trn|Glitch 8 - Missingno}}, and 33rd at both {{Trn|Smash 'N' Splash 5}} and {{Trn|CEO 2019}} with wins over {{Sm|MVD}}, {{Sm|Goblin}}, and {{Sm|Salem}}. Ranked 33rd on the [[Spring 2019 PGRU]].

*{{Sm|Tora|Japan}} - Placed 17th at both {{Trn|Sumabato SP 27}} and {{Trn|Sumabato SP 22}}, 25th at {{Trn|Sumabato SP 23}}, and 33rd at {{Trn|Maesuma TOP 7}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|Kome}}, {{Sm|Rizeasu}}, and {{Sm|Repo}}. She was ranked 24th on the 7th [[Smashmate]] SP Season.

*{{Sm|Yez|Japan}} - One of the best Ike players in Japan. Placed 1st at {{Trn|Sweet Spot 6}}, 9th at {{Trn|Kagaribi 8}}, 17th at {{Trn|Combo Breaker 2019}}, 25th at {{Trn|Super Smash Con 2022}}, and 33rd at {{Trn|Mainstage 2021}} with wins over players such as {{Sm|ApolloKage}}, {{Sm|Scend}}, and {{Sm|Raito}}. Formerly ranked 1st on the [[Missouri Power Rankings#Springfield_3|Springfield Power Rankings]]. Online, he is considered the best Ike player, placing 4th at {{Trn|SWT: NA Southeast Ultimate Online Qualifier}} and 5th at {{Trn|Smash Out Breast Cancer}}. Currently ranked 7th on the [[Wi-Fi Warrior Rank v7]].