Learn all about R.O.B. in Super Smash Bros Ultimate (SSBU) in this Fighter guide; including rating, unlock condition, Super Moves & Final Smashes, featured move tips and more!
SSBU Featured Article
R.O.B. - Rating & Overview
R.O.B. - Fighter Rating
| Rating |
|---|
| D |
R.O.B. - Debut & Appearances
| Debut in Smash Bros. | First Appearance |
|---|---|
| Super Smash Bros. Brawl | R.O.B. |
Character Origin & Backstory
R.O.B. made his debut in 1985 as a peripheral for the NES. The ability to move a real robot using in-game actions made a splash with media and gamers alike.
Did You Know? Facts About the Fighter
A robot toy that worked with the NES using similar technology to the Zapper. It was supported by two games: Stack-Up and Gyromite. The robot's model number is HVC-012.
R.O.B. - How to Unlock
3 Unlock Methods Available
There are in total, 3 ways of unlocking / adding new character to your roster in SSBU. By completing either one of these condition will unlock these Fighter to be used in Smash Mode and Classic Mode.
| Game Mode | Condition |
|---|---|
| World of Light | Mysterious Dimension Zone |
| Classic Mode | Unlocked by Clearing 3 Games with PIKACHU |
| Smash Mode | No.31 to Unlock |
R.O.B. - Fighter Tips & Featured Move Sets
R.O.B. - Featured Video
360 Degrees Neutral Air Attack
Attack 360 degrees with the burner. If the attack lands, you'll be able to act again quickly, so you can use it after short hopping to transition into the next attack.
Back Air Attack for Short Forward Propulsion
When R.O.B. fires the burner on his base, the force of the attack will move him forward a bit.
R.O.B. - All Move Sets
Guided Robo Beam - Final Smash
| Guided Robo Beam |
|---|
| R.O.B. automatically locks onto multiple opponents, then fires homing lasers at them. Finish the attack by shooting a giant beam that hits multiple targets. The angle of the beam can be adjusted up or down. |
Super Move List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage | Super Move & Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Super (B) | 5.4% | [Robo Beam] Fires a laser beam, but only when the LED on its head is flashing. It can bounce off the floor. |
| Side Super (← or → + B) | 10.8% | [Arm Rotor] Hops forward with an arm-spinning attack. Can also reflect projectiles. |
| Up Super (↑ + B) | -% | [Robo Burner] Flies into the air or hovers with its thrusters. Can also attack while airborne. |
| Down Super (↓ + B) | 26.4% | [Gyro] Fires a spinning top. Only one can be on the stage at a time. Can be charged. |
Smash Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
*Value in brackets shows damage results when fully charged.
| Control | Damage | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Side Smash | 18.1% (25.2%) | Braching himself on the ground, R.O.B. shoots lasers from his eyes. |
| Up Smash | 20.4% (28.5%) | R.O.B. turns upside down to attack with his rocket boosters. |
| Down Smash | 14.1% (19.3%) | This robot will spin his body down his spine to attack! |
Normal Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Normal Attack1 | 3.6% |
| Normal Attack2 | -% |
| Normal Attack3 | -% |
Tilt Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Side Tilt Attack | 9.6% |
| Up Tilt Attack | 9.6% |
| Down Tilt Attack | 6.0% |
| Dash Attack | 8.4% |
Jump Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Jump Attack | 11.4% |
| Jump Front Attack | 11.4% |
| Jump Back Attack | 18.0% |
| Jump Up Attack | 12.0% |
| Jump Down Attack | 14.4% |
Throw Attack List
*Actual results may differ according to distance between target and combos.
| Control | Damage |
|---|---|
| Grab Attack | 1.5% |
| Front Throw | 9.6% |
| Back Throw | 14.4% |
| Up Throw | 6.0% |
| Down Throw | 12.0% |
