Smash Bros. Ultimate Competitive Guide & Review - Mr. Game & Watch

After 4 months and hundreds of hours of work, In-Depth Analysis is back and better than ever. Who better to start off the new season than with the first of Nintendo's characters in Smash?
This video has everything one could ever need to know about Game & Watch.
Patreon: / pushblockgaming
Twitter: @PushBlockGaming
WOOD's Twitter: @THEWoodmasta
Game & Watch Vods:
ssbworld.com/characters/mr-ga...
Game & Watch Discord: / discord
Thank you to ZeRo for permission to use his video for the opening.
#GameandWatchSmash #SmashBrosUltimateGuide #SmashAnalysis
Music Used:
Flat Zone 2 - SSBB
A Thousand Miles - Vanessa Carlton
Mission Start - Double Dragon Neon
Museum - Game & Watch Gallery 4
Swan Lesson - SSB4
Forest Interlude - DKC2
Trophy Gallery - SSBB
Flat Zone - SSBM
Tick Tock Clock - Mario Kart 8
Classic Mode Bonus Stage - SSBU
Sunny Flight - Spyro the Dragon
Puzzle Pipe - Warioland 4
Mario's Cement Factory - Game & Watch Gallery 4
Training - SSBU
D.O.A. - Dead or Alive 2
Ending - SSBM

[@PBLKGaming]

Any changes to Game & Watch made through patches will be put in this thread. I apologize for the small typos here and there but I can attest the data itself is accurate. With a video this big some things slipped through editing. -WOOD

[@PBLKGaming]

Fsmash and Dsmash actually have FAFs of 1 frame lower than displayed in this video, at 43 and 38 respectively. This is still pretty ridiculous for their power and range. Thank you to the discord for pointing that out.

[@josephmullen4553]

Hey, thank you so much for this guide! It's really hard to find good game and watch guides, this is very much appreciated

[@PBLKGaming]

Noticed a mistake whilst labbing the next character. G&W spot Dodge intangibility is listed as 3-18 in the video. It's actually 3-17. My bad

[@rubberwoody]

@Ian Miscenich 4.0 doesn't exist. I believe the latest patch is 3.0.1. Uptilt wasn't changed.

[@turt6400]

PushBlock Gaming, I have been trying to learn game and watch. Thank you.

[@Nihlm]

"Here's the official list of moves he can duck under" Reads: *all grabs*

[@rubberwoody]

All grabs of a specific character

[@julian59028]

As a Mr. Game and Watch main, I am so hyped for this.

[@benclarke8842]

and the only one of your kind

[@rainydaybats56]

Well actually there is a small remaining population of 7 G&W mains still alive in the wild, although the genetic diversity is too slim and so there lineage is to extinction. If only we could preserve them if not only for our grandchildren.

[@MrMithos26]

Brother, we now have our own sacred text. We shall purge the non believers with our brim filled buckets

[@rainydaybats56]

Fellow comrades, let us RISE! LET US UNITE!

[@ryomathekillers7421]

when combined us 7 mains can defeat the gay anime sword characters

[@Connorkaze26]

*** GENERAL *** Meme: 0:11 Character Traits: 1:19 Dodge Data: 2:29 Crouch Lists: 3:45 *** MOVESET *** ** GROUND ** (4:15) Jab: 4:20 F-Tilt: 5:23 D-Tilt: 5:57 U-Tilt: 7:04 Dash Attack: 7:58 F-Smash: 8:30 D-Smash: 9:12 U-Smash: 10:37 Grab: 11:25 F/B Throw: 11:55 D Throw: 12:11 U Throw: 13:09 ** AERIALS ** (13:42) N-Air: 14:07 F-Air: 15:43 B-Air: 17:27 D-Air: 18:30 U- Air: 19:45 ** SPECIALS ** (21:13) Neutral-B (Chef): 21:19 Side-B (Judge): 22:25 - 1 (ouch): 23:11 - 2 (normal): 23:31 - 3 (shield break): 23:43 - 4 (wind?): 23:55 - 5 (lightning multi-hit): 24:05 - 6 (fire): 24:19 - 7 (apples): 24:30 - 8 (ice): 24:49 - 9 (KO): 25:05 Up-B (Fire): 25:32 Down-B (Oil Panic): 27:00 - Reflector: 27:25 - Movement: 28:02 - Absorb: 28:24 ** FINAL VERDICT ** (31:44)

[@cheeseschnitzel7307]

This is the best analysis I've ever seen. Very detailed and the amount of work you put in this shows. Keep up the good work!

[@PowerHog]

Totally agree. I wish there was a video like this for every character.

[@PBLKGaming]

working on that

[@Rain-Bow]

zErO: GnW is low tier Maister: hold my top 8

[@callinater6133]

Zero considers him top tier now. Though zero’s top tier has almost 20 characters.

[@snertdew2434]

@@callinater6133 idk how he feels now

[@callinater6133]

@@snertdew2434 probably sad because his career is over

[@wooldog8811]

@@callinater6133 why

[@craftymasterproductions4218]

Zero’s tier lists were trash, anyways.

[@TheMacroShow]

I missed you

[@snewp_e2139]

Hi macro

[@octo2228]

Macro

[@z-cube9073]

Hi macro

[@killjoy6959]

Hi Macro

[@MrHam-no7wt]

Game and watch is my main

[@chaotixthefox]

Fun to come back and see the comments on videos like this. People just didn't understand the character. Received practically 0 changes and climbed to the top of the tier list. None of the buffs folks asked for were needed.

[@PBLKGaming]

I will admit the meta was young and I would bump his defense rating to a strong 4 for sure

[@legrandliseurtri7495]

It's weird that G&W remains quite unpopular in tournament overall, despite how well its top 2 reps are doing.

[@zooms7889]

@@PBLKGaming as a main of G&W, (though not at a high level yet) i'd give it a 2 or 3, but it's def not a 1, up-B is so good

[@StickMaster500]

I just hope Mr. Game & Watch gets a buff in the future, especially with his Forward Air

[@Bricktor]

Switch his back air for his forward air and vice versa

[@elemangell2981]

Maybe make it so the bomb explodes when enemies attack it?

[@archonabsalom8550]

Similar To Snake’s grenades

[@averyhepburn8092]

@@elemangell2981 that would make the move soooo annoying to deal with. It just needs to come out faster

[@crunkers_]

@@averyhepburn8092 What if the bomb exploded when hitting characters but you could still attack it?

[@grantgarbour]

AH HA YOU FOOL I only watched, liked and subscribed for this FANTASTIC guide so that I can know how to BEAT Game and Watch. ALL PART OF THE PLAN

[@plantgang8738]

You failed

[@eyeccantseeyouu]

That makes no sense it only says he is a glass canon and pretty much everyone knows that but meh ok then

[@ImmaFarmerInMalaysia]

If they buff G&W's fair to activate on contact with an opponent, it'll actually be pretty good.

[@BeanieBrony1995PSQUEE]

i was saying the same exact thing to a friend saying it would make his tier go up an ENTIRE letter LOL!

[@flyingrafts7287]

I just want it to not disappear when hit. An aerial that you can just hit away seems kind of.... not good.

[@blazefactor6849]

@@flyingrafts7287 Uhhh... I really don't think that's necessary considering what Maister has been doing for the last 6 months.

[@flyingrafts7287]

@@blazefactor6849 Ok, I guess you have a point but it's just kinda annoying when your attack gets swatted out of the air while you're left as a sitting duck.

[@blazefactor6849]

@@flyingrafts7287 It is a little annoying, but at the same time, without it exploding when hit, it becomes an enormous disjoint that's also an insanely long-lasting move.

[@LGameTales]

"4 Hammer doesn't have any crazy gimmicks. It just shows up to work, does the bare minimum, never kills, and goes home." LOL

[@charKT-7461]

It's very limited. Pretty much only 6 through 9 are useful. 3 might be due to the huge shield damage.

[@DoodleWill]

The one true nerf was removing G&W's windboxes. I miss table flipping and being able to bully For Glory Lil Macs.

[@endermage77]

Mr Game & Watch vs. Melee Characters: *oh f r i d g e* Mr. Game & Watch vs. Anybody with a Projectile: *I A M A G O D*

[@Bx4Life64]

Literally any Character with a projectile : G&W : "omae wa mou shindeiru"

[@epekka]

fridge

[@charKT-7461]

Now the zoners actually get to use the A button for once.

[@bagelman2634]

#PleaseAnalyze Incineroar, he's been insanely fun for me in Ultimate but I can't help but feel like I'm playing him wrong and a comprehensive analysis of his kit would definitely help me.

[@salj.5459]

Incineroar, contrary to popular belief, is an extremely skillful character that requires a lot of patience. He does a lot of waiting, but once he gets in he gets DAMAGE.

[@aureliodeprimus8018]

@@salj.5459 Sounds like Pro Wrestling in a nutshell.^^

[@buckIin]

Incineroar. Cool smash fighter. A disgrace for pokemon community.

[@qq4094]

I like your smoother editing and your graphics have improved since I last watched. Quality content my dude.

[@DeeTheRocketeer]

Game and Watch imo is one of ultimate’s biggest success stories for better or worse. Seeing how he went from being considered low to mid tier with a bit of potential at the start of the game’s lifespan to being now top 10 is one hell of an improvement. Even tools thought to be mediocre or outright bad at first are now considered to be phenomenal and at least somewhat useful.

[@StickMations]

Finally, a well-made analysis of Game and Watch that includes combos and tips. As a game and watch main, I've been looking for info like this forever!

[@THTB_lol]

wait what

[@jdaher542]

I dunno about F-Air being bad as people say it is; Maister seems to use the move a lot when he plays, Snickledorf (another G&W player) said he actually feels pretty good about the move now, and Dabuz said it's really solid as well. Then again, I should probably keep quiet and let the move get buffed further; my main could always use more love X3

[@charKT-7461]

It's a very good pressure tool. You can just short hop f-air on the enemy and then just fall back due to the insane air speed.

[@brianfarmer7449]

This was so well made. I wish all smash content creators put this much effort into their work.

[@timothymoore8549]

He’s no top 10 character but he is much better than zero claims

[@Honeneko.]

Zero mainly talks about tournament play. I think Pushblock even mentioned that Lucina is a bad match-up for G&W in his video. He can win but it will be much more a struggle than other match-ups.

[@tyblack3229]

Excatly zero just wants us to think game and watch is bad

[@Chaotic4Neutral]

Zero is a great competitor but a very poor analyst.

[@charKT-7461]

G&W is top 5 in my eyes.

[@yobber2991]

boy would you be suprised

[@unbiasedpatsfan804]

#PleaseAnalyze ROB He's is a high tier character who has virtual no guides on him.

[@dakotagrothe1293]

Yeee

[@MisterFiasco]

Yus

[@connorv3639]

Robot gang rise up

[@aidenbar511]

Yess!! R.O.B.E.R.T. Mains rise up!

[@SPZ-gv2on]

Basically: abuse down b the video

[@samuelmcclamrock162]

This new series is dopeeeeeee, thanks for putting in so much work into this!

[@caboose759]

I'm so glad your back! I really enjoy the tidbits of not-so-obvious information that can be really handy

[@secretplanta4701]

When Maister puts GnW in top tier

[@charKT-7461]

Flat boy gets what he deserves

[@CMO__]

This was excellent. I’ve been waiting for a video like this about game and watch. Thanks.

[@johnreiber2139]

The design of the graphics here are INCREDIBLE! Props to that

[@IanZWhite00]

I’m really glad this series is back. I still think it has a place in the community for sure. Well produced, good content, super helpful. It may not do numbers like it did because of how long it’s been, but I think it’ll pick up quick once people realize it’s back.

[@TheMCNinjas]

When I saw Zero´s analysis about G&W, I knew someone would make a different analysis about the true potential of G&W. I´m glad I´ve found this one.

[@Katakuri]

I hope this blows up. You put in so much work and this was already a great series

[@malkior7787]

I missed these videos glad to see you make them again

[@MewcePewpz]

You're awesome, PushBlock! Loved this and can't wait to dust off my Rune G&W. I love out-of-shield up b's and his is kickass!

[@moonstone2794]

Stunning video as always! Can't wait for the next one.

[@dennislong4822]

Lately he's been getting good placements from great players like Esam, Dabuz, Armada etc. I'm so happy.

[@PBLKGaming]

Like the tier lists?

[@dennislong4822]

@@PBLKGaming yeah

[@charKT-7461]

@@dennislong4822 It feels good to see your main end up in a high tier by skilled players.

[@N12015]

​@@charKT-7461 I would say Game and Watch is the worst... Top tier.

[@Mousyy]

Really interested to see this one, HYPEEEE

[@danielcarrey3887]

This is fantastic. I genuinely appreciate your hard work. Keep it up man.

[@Bryan-ce6bo]

You’ve done such an amazing job analyzing Game n Watch, very well organized and easy to keep up. Probably one of the best analysis videos I’ve seen. I mained Game n Watch back n Brawl and once Smash 4 he pretty much became washed up and one of my leash played characters. Ultimate really helped him out and he’s much more fun to play as.

[@EIbows]

This is really fuckin tight. I'm looking forward to seeing more of these cause it's a fantastic tool for understanding a character

[@brebeaa]

Hey, this was great! Looking forward to more!

[@Eragonnogare]

#pleaseanalyze R.O.B next! He is very interesting, has some very unique aspects, you could fit him into a theme of sorts and do the older more retro characters first with having just done game & watch! Particularly, I really want to know how the reflector on his side b works cause it seems super inconsistent.

[@unbiasedpatsfan804]

ROB mains rise up

[@sword9537]

Incineroar is next

[@maxs6534]

Ngl, I was worried for you about the analysis series and how it would affect your channel when the game finally came out. This video though has proved me oh so very wrong. Loved the video and is so descriptive and full of knowledge that most people's character guides don't even get close to. I really look forward to what these videos will bring in the future. Keep it up man

[@pogxolotl6172]

This is very descriptive and in depth Please continue this series

[@rafajian62]

Exelent guide, i apreciate the effort, great video my friend

[@marinella1234]

Good job on this guide bro! Worth the time watching

[@SirKnighticus]

Thank you so much for this video! Amazing work

[@anjonevarez7326]

Wow awesome video. Can't wait to see more.

[@loys1704]

Incredible work, thank you for that superb video

[@kasperrijnen4713]

Thanks for the amazing video, I appreciate the work you put into this. These videos are way more fun to watch than looking something up on a wiki. #PleaseAnalyse Wolf

[@wobwobidou]

What a fantastic analysis! Great job!!

[@NinF37]

Fantastic video!

[@Zebadayus]

God tier vid. Thanks!

[@freemanmoser2829]

Okay as a longtime game and watch player, I would like to make the case that Fair is not a bad move. It is if u try to approach with it, Ive died a lot doing that especially early on. However, when your opponent wants to approach, it can be really annoying and if they try to hit it you can punish that, and if not they have to play around it. Definitely shouldn’t spam it in place, but while retreating, it can give you some breathing room. The other reason its kinda amazing is it works as a combo tool where you put the bomb, then go to where they get knocked back to (which takes a while to get the hang of admittedly and is inconsistent still) then you pretty much can do whatever you want. It’s like a doubles combo. I usually opt for grab if I’m chasing but if I beat them there, up smash is devastating. Fair is certainly far more situational like up tilt, but in the right scenario, I’d say its a better tool than any other option

[@JohnDoe-vm1rr]

Great vid, Many informations! Thanks dude for the new G&W main that i'm.

[@cuckleduckle9813]

The amount of work in this is ridiculous. I can't wait to watch more of these!

[@pavro_w0t719]

Holy shit the production values have risen to the skies. I'm not even a G&W player (the characters bores me) and I sat through this no problem.

[@luiscordoba8300]

Finally! Thank you so much for this great work and excellent video! Please do Wolf and Dorf :)

[@cormalan9894]

This video is so well made! I love all of the graphics on the side and hope they get used on other characters’ analysis’s. Also mr game and watch is the best

[@TLord]

Oh hot damn! I didn’t expect this at all. As a fan of your KRool vid AND being a GW main I’m super happy to see this. The zero vid imo felt like he only focused on fair while everything else got no attention

[@ceeazy1833]

Was a blast to watch!

[@tolmt6736]

It looks so GOOD and the content is EVEN BETTER

[@booyaness]

I have been looking FOREVER for a good game and watch analysis. Thank you for explaining him

[@sirpig7141]

Wow it's over just like that... Lotta effort put into this man. Much respect! On the trend of zany characters with funky gimmiks how about you #pleaseanalyze King Dedede if you can! Regardless whatever the character you choose I'm sure it will be the tough to beat quality you're known for Wood!

[@mattgoodwin953]

I am the human version of 4 hammer Seriously though, great guide

[@biscuitguy4083]

More please, I missed this so much

[@JacksonFanelli]

The editing in this video is impeccable!

[@NoxyTango]

This whole video was really informative, but I absolutely lost it when you got to the lightning round. That was so brilliant and funny!!

[@PBLKGaming]

The next review will have a lightning round as well

[@NoxyTango]

@@PBLKGaming This video is awesome and helped me with my game and watch (i'm just starting to play him) and the lightning round is what got me to sub so i mean, when that next video comes out, i'll be there B)

[@apextaro4703]

Amazing content, really well done.

[@NerdKirby]

Damn, this is a really teaching lesson about Mr. Game and Watch. Amazing video! Really looking forward for more. #PleaseAnalyze Kirby or Pichu.

[@trash_boat_64]

I love the effort of this video holy shit

[@r2dabes]

Very well-structured video, literally covers everything about the character. My only recommendation for the future is to adjust the brightness on your settings inside the game since the screen captured footage was very dark. At times I couldn't even see G&W, like in the clips where you were playing on omega 75m. And while you're at it, also adjust the screen size in the Switch settings so that you don't get the black borders around the gameplay. This is all assuming that the non-tournament footage was your own footage, if not then nevermind lol

[@Hedgpig]

I want a hat that says "Hat NOT a hurtbox"

[@sarasaland4709]

The time has come!

[@ynabi4363]

Lets g! This is super worth the wait

[@rivaldealer__]

Great guide. Take my like ❤️ EDIT: #PleaseAnalyze Mega Man. My other main apart from G&W.

[@luismarioreyes7033]

I was so used to Sm4sh G&W and I've struggled to adjust in Sm5sh, this is really helpful as I barely have time to play the game. Thanks WOOD!

[@DrGandW]

Luis Mario Reyes Yeah he’s a whole new character

[@7Mango033]

This is easily the best analysis video i have ever watched

[@laggyninja202]

Subbed, hopefully you decide to continue this series

[@GutiTheJ]

Great video

[@TheLuigidan]

Very well done

[@CrispyGFX]

Just fantastic

[@jaykally5616]

Been waiting forever

[@dabluepittoo-aqua4213]

Amazing guide!! This'll be nice to beating those Starving Children...glad he's buffed tho.

[@UGNJake]

Awesome video! I've been playing G&W casually since Melee but maybe it's time I give 'em a longer look. Just a quick note in case you didn't notice during the premiere: The left and right side of the verdict bars at 31:45 have some colors/pixels that didn't get erased.

[@suitrBJ]

Good mix of critical analysis and humour. Very good video.

[@JTCRASH]

I love how at 25:05 the music hypes up just as the infamous 9 hammer is mentioned

[@samufinland5765]

#pleaseanalyze Villager, there aren't all that many videos about him, and he's got some interesting moves, like the Lloyd Rocket being so slow that you can place it behind you to punish dashgrabs from fast characters, they simply slide into the projectile and go boom

[@Mimikkyudayo]

You made an in-depth analysis for a character who lacks depth?

[@PBLKGaming]

It's more likely than you think

[@anthonypicciano7934]

THANK YOU

[@Scarmcg]

Absolutely amazing video. Subbed.

[@PBLKGaming]

Thanks! Share it around!

[@Scarmcg]

PushBlock Gaming shared it with my friend who thinks game and watch is badx

[@thesaucypickle9866]

I'm excited for the season 2 of this series

[@bagelman2634]

It's finally here!

[@jelle1265]

Very good video

[@Ywthg5w6gwvyw]

Zero new tier list game and watch is high tier

[@11086nowell]

I’m going to throw in a bid that you do a complete guide for Incineroar next. There is NOT nearly enough information on this character and I watch far too many players in tournament play make poor decisions. A better, more fully developed understanding of this character is necessary for the community to develop. Please make this happen as more conventional fall backs, such as smash boards and kuroganehammer, fail to give newer players a full grasp of this character. I know you have a full plate with school, but I know that you efforts will be appreciated by the Incineroar community.

[@Flowinz]

that intro gave me life

[@Dr.Alligator]

It’s finally out?!?!?!?! Now this is epic

[@RampagingRice]

The text at the top seems to be cut off btw. Really long awaited this video, and it was great. Thanks

[@jaastinnnnguyen9827]

"Mom, Im going to pick milk!" (Watches video) Mom im going to pick up g&w...

[@roysrevengefgcstreamdumps1891]

*"It's best to keep things simple."* The *ONLY* smash advice you need.

[@phoebe5114]

That intro was just art. Now, props for MY MAIN, YEAH!! 😎