Ganondorf (SSB4)

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Ganondorf in Super Smash Bros. 4
Universe	The Legend of Zelda
Other playable appearances	in Melee in Brawl
Availability	Unlockable
Final Smash	Beast Ganon

Ganondorf was unofficially revealed as a playable character in Super Smash Bros. 4 via leaked videos from footage used by ESRB to rate the game. Ganondorf was also accidentally shown in an official video, where he appeared outside the boundaries of the screen while Pikachu taunted, before the trailer was replaced with a nearly-identical video which does not include Ganondorf. He has also been shown in Twitch.tv streams before being unveiled. This means Ganondorf has been shown off three times prior to his official confirmation.

Visually, he retains his Twilight Princess design, but with his glowing chest wound from that game clearly visible. His hair is also a slightly brighter color of orange.

How to unlock

Complete one of the following:

• Clear Classic Mode with Link.
• Play 80 VS. matches.

Ganondorf must then be defeated at Gerudo Valley.

Confirmed information

• Ganondorf's neutral attack appears to have greater range, as well as significantly increased speed.
• Ganondorf's forward tilt and up smash both have significantly decreased ending lag.
• Ganondorf's neutral aerial is a much faster move overall.
• Dark Dive produces more spectacular visual effects, with a noticeably larger finishing explosion.
• The following moves are visually unchanged:
  • Down smash
  • Down taunt