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| {{Anchor|Attack}} {{Anchor|NORMAL}} Attack
| {{Anchor|Attack}} {{Anchor|NORMAL}} Attack
| The CPU will behave normally, throwing out attacks and maneuvers. The level of the CPU is chosen at the [[character select screen]], and can only be adjusted afterwards in ''Brawl''. If the player has placed multiple Training CPUs on the stage, they will be considered on the same team and will not attack each other.<br/>In ''Smash 4'', CPUs set to this mode in Training spam [[projectile]]s and many [[approach attack]]s (such as [[Falcon Kick]]) more often than in other game modes, also being more aggressive at low levels.
| The CPU will behave normally, throwing out attacks and maneuvers. The level of the CPU is chosen at the [[character select screen]], and can only be adjusted afterwards in ''Brawl''. If the player has placed multiple Training CPUs on the stage, they will be considered on the same team and will not attack each other.<br/>In ''Smash 4'', CPUs set to this mode in Training spam [[projectile]]s and many [[approach attack]]s (such as [[Falcon Kick]]) more often than in other game modes, also being more aggressive at low levels.
| [[Versus Mode]], the majority of single-player modes, Training Mode, ''Melee'' debug menu
| Training Mode, [[Versus Mode]], the majority of single-player modes, ''Melee'' debug menu
| '''CPTP_NORMAL'''
| '''CPTP_NORMAL'''


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| {{Anchor|Special Low Link}} {{Anchor|Special Low Samus}} {{Anchor|SPLWLINK}} {{Anchor|SPLWSAMUS}} Special Low Link, Special Low Samus
| {{Anchor|Special Low Link}} {{Anchor|Special Low Samus}} {{Anchor|SPLWLINK}} {{Anchor|SPLWSAMUS}} Special Low Link, Special Low Samus
| Causes the CPU to only use their [[down special move]] when set to {{SSBM|Link}} and {{SSBM|Samus}} respectively. "SPLW" is an abbreviation of "Special Low", which reflects that the character only uses their down (or "low") special. When this behavior is set to any other characters via the Debug Menu, they will constantly spam their down special in place, using even [[Counter]], [[PSI Magnet]] and [[Rest]], which they [[List of flaws in artificial intelligence (SSBM)|never use]] in any other situations.
| The CPU will constantly and only use their [[down special move]]. Characters set to this mode via the debug menu will even use [[Counter]], [[PSI Magnet]], and [[Rest]], which they [[List of flaws in artificial intelligence (SSBM)|never use]] in any other situations.
| [[Event 3: Bomb-fest]] (''Melee''), ''Melee'' debug menu
| [[Event 3: Bomb-fest]] (''Melee''), ''Melee'' debug menu
| '''CPTP_SPLWLINK''', '''CPTP_SPLWSAMUS'''
| '''CPTP_SPLWLINK''', '''CPTP_SPLWSAMUS'''
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| {{Anchor|Freak}} {{Anchor|FREAK}} Freak
| {{Anchor|Freak}} {{Anchor|FREAK}} Freak
| Causes the CPU to stay where they are, but attack when an opponent comes near.
| The CPU will stay where they are, but attack when an opponent comes near.
| [[Event 6: Kirbys on Parade]] (''Melee''), ''Melee'' debug menu
| [[Event 6: Kirbys on Parade]] (''Melee''), ''Melee'' debug menu
| '''CPTP_FREAK'''
| '''CPTP_FREAK'''
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| {{Anchor|Item}} {{Anchor|ITEM}} Item
| {{Anchor|Item}} {{Anchor|ITEM}} Item
| Causes the CPU to attempt to grab all [[item]]s that appear. Otherwise, the CPU is normal.
| The CPU will attempt to grab all [[item]]s that appear. Otherwise, the CPU is normal.
| [[Event 7: Pokémon Battle]] (''Melee''), ''Melee'' debug menu
| [[Event 7: Pokémon Battle]] (''Melee''), ''Melee'' debug menu
| '''CPTP_ITEM'''
| '''CPTP_ITEM'''
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| {{Anchor|Event Zelda}} {{Anchor|EVZELDA}} Event Zelda
| {{Anchor|Event Zelda}} {{Anchor|EVZELDA}} Event Zelda
| Causes {{SSBM|Zelda}} to transform into {{SSBM|Sheik}} more often. It is presumed to stand for "Event Zelda".  
| When set to {{SSBM|Zelda}}, the CPU will [[Transform]] into {{SSBM|Sheik}} more often.  
| [[Event 9: Hide 'n' Sheik]] (''Melee''), ''Melee'' debug menu
| [[Event 9: Hide 'n' Sheik]] (''Melee''), ''Melee'' debug menu
| '''CPTP_EVZELDA'''
| '''CPTP_EVZELDA'''
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| {{Anchor|Only Item}} {{Anchor|ONLYITEM}} Only Item
| {{Anchor|Only Item}} {{Anchor|ONLYITEM}} Only Item
| Causes the CPU to only use [[item]]s, as opposed to using any other [[attack]]s.  
| The CPU will only use [[item]]s, as opposed to using any other [[attack]]s.  
| [[Event 37: Legendary Pokémon]] (''Melee''), ''Melee'' debug menu
| [[Event 37: Legendary Pokémon]] (''Melee''), ''Melee'' debug menu
| '''CPTP_ONLYITEM'''
| '''CPTP_ONLYITEM'''
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| {{Anchor|Nana}} {{Anchor|NANA}}Nana
| {{Anchor|Nana}} {{Anchor|NANA}}Nana
| The default mode for the partner [[Ice Climbers (SSBM)|Ice Climber]], so that he/she follows the leader, attacks with the leader, etc.  
| The CPU will follow the leader, attack with the leader, etc. As the name implies, this is default mode for the partner [[Ice Climbers (SSBM)|Ice Climber]].
| Ice Climbers partner, ''Melee'' debug menu
| Ice Climbers partner, ''Melee'' debug menu
| '''CPTP_NANA'''
| '''CPTP_NANA'''
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| {{Anchor|Struggle}} {{Anchor|STRUGGLE}} Struggle
| {{Anchor|Struggle}} {{Anchor|STRUGGLE}} Struggle
| Causes the CPU to attack the nearest opponent, regardless of whether they are a human or a CPU. This is different from normal CPU behavior because a normal CPU will dedicate its attention to human opponents, unless a CPU stands between it and a human, or if there are no human opponents in the match.
| The CPU will attack the nearest opponent, regardless of whether they are a human or a CPU. This is different from normal CPU behavior; a normal CPU will dedicate its attention to human opponents, unless a CPU stands between it and a human, or if there are no human opponents in the match.
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| '''CPTP_STRUGGLE'''
| '''CPTP_STRUGGLE'''
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| {{Anchor|Cooperate}} {{Anchor|COOPERATE}} Cooperate
| {{Anchor|Cooperate}} {{Anchor|COOPERATE}} Cooperate
| Causes the CPU to follow the player and attack them.  
| The CPU will follow the player and attack them.  
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| '''CPTP_COOPERATE'''
| '''CPTP_COOPERATE'''
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| {{Anchor|No Action}} {{Anchor|NOACT}} No Action
| {{Anchor|No Action}} {{Anchor|NOACT}} No Action
| Causes the CPU to do absolutely nothing. This is not to be confused with "Stand", in which the CPU will still attempt to [[recover]] if knocked off.  
| The CPU will do absolutely nothing, not even the exceptions listed under "Stand"/"Stop".
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| '''CPTP_NOACT'''
| '''CPTP_NOACT'''
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| {{Anchor|Air}} {{Anchor|AIR}} Air
| {{Anchor|Air}} {{Anchor|AIR}} Air
| Causes the CPU to use only [[short hop]]s instead of full jumps, though it will also use them more often when approaching the player.  
| The CPU will use only [[short hop]]s instead of full jumps. It will also use them more often when approaching the player.  
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| ''Melee'' debug menu only
| '''CPTP_AIR'''
| '''CPTP_AIR'''

Revision as of 03:05, January 5, 2016

This article is about the different CPU modes used throughout the series. For a more general look at the AI, see Artificial intelligence.

CPU modes are different sets of AI behaviors used by computer players in different games throughout the series. Several are intended for use in Training Mode, while other actions can only be seen performed in various Melee event matches. A few modes are only accessible through the use of Melee's debug menu.

Name Description Availability Melee Debug menu name
Stand Super Smash Bros.Super Smash Bros. Melee/
Stop Super Smash Bros. BrawlSuper Smash Bros. 4 		The CPU will not move and will not make any inputs to defend itself or upon getting hit, barring some exceptions:
  • It will still attempt to recover if hit away from the stage, use a standard floor recovery after being knocked down (in SSB, the CPU will always wait until the maximum length, then use a floor attack), use a ledge jump edge recovery when hanging onto a ledge, and jump off of revival platforms.
  • When put to sleep in SSB, it will attack nearby foes right after the sleep ends.
  • In Melee, a CPU Zelda or Sheik will use Transform periodically if not attacked, allowing players to practice against either alter-ego form.
  • In Brawl, a CPU will still air dodge after being launched in tumbling state when set to high levels, and will participate in the WarioWare, Inc. microgames.
 Training Mode, Melee debug menu CPTP_STAY
Walk The CPU will walk back and forth across the stage. Upon encountering obstacles that it cannot traverse, the CPU will reverse directions. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand". Training Mode, Event 19: Peach's Peril (Melee), Melee debug menu CPTP_WALK
Jump The CPU will constantly single jump in place. In Smash 4, the CPU will also fast fall after every jump. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand". Training Mode, Event 21: Ice Breaker (Melee), Melee debug menu CPTP_JUMP
Evade Super Smash Bros.Super Smash Bros. Melee/
Run Super Smash Bros. BrawlSuper Smash Bros. 4 		The CPU will actively run away from and avoid interaction with the player. Other than this, it retains the same properties as "Stand". Training Mode, Melee debug menu CPTP_ESCAPE
Attack The CPU will behave normally, throwing out attacks and maneuvers. The level of the CPU is chosen at the character select screen, and can only be adjusted afterwards in Brawl. If the player has placed multiple Training CPUs on the stage, they will be considered on the same team and will not attack each other.
In Smash 4, CPUs set to this mode in Training spam projectiles and many approach attacks (such as Falcon Kick) more often than in other game modes, also being more aggressive at low levels. 		Training Mode, Versus Mode, the majority of single-player modes, Melee debug menu CPTP_NORMAL
HumanSuper Smash Bros. Melee/
Control Super Smash Bros. BrawlSuper Smash Bros. for Wii U 		The CPU will be controlled by human players using extra controllers. If multiple Training CPUs are placed on the stage, they will all need separate controllers. As with Attack mode, CPUs cannot hit each other. Training Mode (Melee onward only, excluding Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS), Melee debug menu CPTP_MANUAL
Special Low Link, Special Low Samus The CPU will constantly and only use their down special move. Characters set to this mode via the debug menu will even use Counter, PSI Magnet, and Rest, which they never use in any other situations. Event 3: Bomb-fest (Melee), Melee debug menu CPTP_SPLWLINK, CPTP_SPLWSAMUS
Freak The CPU will stay where they are, but attack when an opponent comes near. Event 6: Kirbys on Parade (Melee), Melee debug menu CPTP_FREAK
Item The CPU will attempt to grab all items that appear. Otherwise, the CPU is normal. Event 7: Pokémon Battle (Melee), Melee debug menu CPTP_ITEM
Event Zelda When set to Zelda, the CPU will Transform into Sheik more often. Event 9: Hide 'n' Sheik (Melee), Melee debug menu CPTP_EVZELDA
Only Item The CPU will only use items, as opposed to using any other attacks. Event 37: Legendary Pokémon (Melee), Melee debug menu CPTP_ONLYITEM
Nana The CPU will follow the leader, attack with the leader, etc. As the name implies, this is default mode for the partner Ice Climber. Ice Climbers partner, Melee debug menu CPTP_NANA
Defensive The CPU will only use defensive tactics, such as shields and rolls. Melee debug menu only CPTP_DEFENSIVE
Struggle The CPU will attack the nearest opponent, regardless of whether they are a human or a CPU. This is different from normal CPU behavior; a normal CPU will dedicate its attention to human opponents, unless a CPU stands between it and a human, or if there are no human opponents in the match. Melee debug menu only CPTP_STRUGGLE
Cooperate The CPU will follow the player and attack them. Melee debug menu only CPTP_COOPERATE
No Action The CPU will do absolutely nothing, not even the exceptions listed under "Stand"/"Stop". Melee debug menu only CPTP_NOACT
Air The CPU will use only short hops instead of full jumps. It will also use them more often when approaching the player. Melee debug menu only CPTP_AIR

Gallery

  • A CPU Link evading.

    A CPU Link evading.

  • The Evade mode in SSB 64's training mode.

    The Evade mode in SSB 64's training mode.

  • A CPU Luigi in Evade mode.

    A CPU Luigi in Evade mode.

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