
Super Smash Bros Ultimate Luigi is from the Mario Series and ranks as a C Tier Pick (Average). This How To Play Luigi Guide details the Best Spirits to use and highest Stats. This character is in the Medium Weight Class and has a Average Run Speed, Super Slow Air Speed, Average Dash Speed. You unlock Luigi by playing as Ice Climbers in the VS. Game Mode.
Weight | |
Air Speed | |
Fall Speed | |
Run Speed | |
Dash Speed |
![]() Weight
Medium
Rank: 30-31
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![]() Air Speed
Super Slow
Rank: 77
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![]() Fall Speed
Average
Rank: 65-66
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![]() Run Speed
Average
Rank: 47
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![]() Dash Speed
Average
Rank: 58-64
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Super Smash Blog Entry
He can jump higher than his brother, Mario. His Up Special, Super Jump Punch, will gain maximum damage and launching power when hitting the opponent right at the start. It truly is a "Special"" move. He also uses his new Poltergust for his throw!"
Luigi Counter Matchups
The best character matchups for Luigi in SSBU, the most reliable counter picks Luigi is Weak Against are Young Link and Samus. However, Luigi is Strong Against Donkey Kong, Ganondorf, and Little Mac.
Luigi Best Moves
Here you can view the Best Luigi Moves based on Frame Startup (How fast the move is), this includes Neutral, Dash, Tilt, Smash, Aerial and Special Move Attacks.
Best Moves | Frame |
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Nair | 6 |
Uair, UpB | 8 |
Bair, Usmash | 9 |
Final Smash | Description |
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Poltergust 5000 | Sucks opponents in and spits them out. |

All Alternate Luigi Costumes in SSBU
Images of all Alternate Costumes.
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Best Spirits for Luigi
These are the Best Primary and Support Spirits to use with Luigi based on their Moves and playstyle.
Best Luigi Spirits | Spirit Name |
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Primary Spirit | Donkey Kong & Lady |
Support Slot 1 | Shine Sprite |
Support Slot 2 | Rock Mario |
Support Slot 3 | Rathalos |
Improves the power of grabs and throws, overall physical strength, and air attacks.
You can learn more about Spirits HERE.
How To Unlock Luigi In SSBU
You can Unlock Luigi from playing VS. Matches, Classic Mode and World of Light Game Modes In Super Smash Bros Ultimate.
- World of Light Unlock Method - Mysterious Dimension (World of Dark)
- Cassic Mode Unlock Method - Unlocked by Ike
- VS Mode Unlock Method - Play Ice Climbers
You can learn more about the fastest way to unlock Luigi HERE.
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