How do you unlock Ryu?

Ryu, the iconic Street Fighter combatant, can be added to your roster in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate through several distinct gameplay methods. These methods offer flexibility, allowing you to choose how you prefer to acquire this powerful fighter.

Unlocking Ryu in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

You have multiple paths to recruit Ryu into your character lineup. The primary methods include playing through Classic Mode, engaging in Vs. Smash Matches, or progressing in the expansive World of Light Adventure Mode.

• Classic Mode Method
  One reliable way to unlock Ryu is by consistently playing Classic Mode. Specifically, you must:

  • Complete Classic Mode three times.
  • Ensure that Yoshi is one of the characters you use for these completions, or any character that Yoshi himself unlocks. This means starting with Yoshi and playing through, and then continuing with characters unlocked in sequence, eventually leading to Ryu.

• Vs. Smash Matches Method
  Ryu is also among the characters who can appear as a challenger after a certain number of Vs. Smash Matches. As you play these matches, new challengers will periodically appear, giving you the opportunity to defeat them and unlock them. The exact number of matches before Ryu appears can vary, as it's part of a rotating character unlock order that cycles through all unlockable fighters.

• World of Light Adventure Mode
  Within the World of Light adventure mode, Ryu can be found and unlocked directly on the overworld map. As you navigate the expansive map and defeat various spirits and characters, Ryu will eventually be encountered as a fighter you can defeat to add him to your roster. This method allows you to unlock all characters by simply playing through the story mode, encountering them naturally as you progress.

Summary of Unlock Methods