With support for a maximum of 8 GameCube controllers.
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For the first time ever in the Smash Bros. series, you can play with up to eight players at once! This game mode is only available in the Wii U version.
Rules for 8-Player Smash
Only the Time and Stock rule settings can be used in 8-Player Smash. In Team Battles, you can fight with up to four teams. (Team colors are red, blue, green, and yellow.) Also, only some of the stages are available in 8-Player Smash.
Compatible Controllers
In an eight-player battle, the following controllers can be used.
- Wii U GamePad (Max 1)
- Wii Remote or Wii Remote Plus* (Max 7)
- Wii U Pro Controller (Max 7)
- Nintendo GameCube controller** (Max 8)
- Nintendo 3DS series system*** (Max 8)
Source: Smash Bros.
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