Super Smash Bros. Brawl: Unlocking Characters via Subspace Emissary

Brawl doesn't use traditional unlock conditions (matches played, VS. mode). Instead, characters join your roster by progressing through The Subspace Emissary (Adventure Mode).

Unlock Order (Story Progression)

1. Marth – Complete Stage 3 (Midair Stadium)
2. Meta Knight – Complete Stage 5 (Halberd Interior)
3. King Dedede – Complete Stage 7 (Subspace Bomb Factory)
4. Solid Snake – Complete Stage 9 (Ruined Zoo)
5. Ike – Complete Stage 11 (Outside the Ancient Ruins)
6. Lucas – Complete Stage 12 (Subspace Bomb Factory 2)
7. Zero Suit Samus – Complete Stage 13 (Subspace)
8. Pit – Complete Stage 14 (The Great Maze)
9. Wario – Complete Stage 15 (Tabuu's Residence)
10. Wolf – Defeat Boss: Meta Ridley (Stage 10)

Faster Alternatives

• VS. Matches: Play 1–450 VS. matches (varies per character) to trigger challenger battles.
• Challenger's Approach: After any mode, a "New Challenger Approaches" fight may appear. Win to unlock.
• Cheat Codes (Not Recommended): Action Replay / Gecko codes exist but risk save corruption.

Subspace Emissary takes ~8–10 hours. VS. grinding is faster for specific characters.