SMASH ULTIMATE UNLOCK HACK: Get ALL Characters in Under 1 Hour (Save File Trick)

Meta Description: Want to unlock all fighters in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate FAST? This save file trick lets you get every character in under 1 hour—no cheats, just a smart exploit!

Introduction

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate boasts an incredible roster of over 80 fighters, but unlocking them traditionally takes hours of gameplay. What if there was a legitimate trick to unlock every character in under 60 minutes?

Good news—there is! By manipulating the game’s save file system, you can bypass the usual 10-minute cooldown between unlocks. This method is 100% legal, requires no mods or hacks, and works on Nintendo Switch (v13.0.0+).

Let’s break it down step by step.

How Character Unlocks Normally Work

By default, Smash Ultimate unlocks fighters in two ways:

1. Playing VS Matches – Every 10 minutes, a new challenger appears.
2. World of Light (Adventure Mode) – Progressing unlocks fighters slowly.

The problem? Waiting 10+ hours to unlock everyone. Our method bypasses this entirely.

The Save File Trick (Fastest Method)

This exploit resets the unlock timer by deleting a small save file after each fight. Here’s how:

Step 1: Prepare Your Console

• Ensure your Nintendo Switch is updated.
• Backup your current save data (optional but recommended).

Step 2: Start a New Game (If Needed)

If you already have progress, skip this. Otherwise:

1. Open Smash Ultimate.
2. Select "New Game" (this won’t affect online play).

Step 3: Trigger the First Unlock

1. Play a 1-stock VS match (set CPU to Level 1 for speed).
2. After the match, a "Challenger Approaches" screen appears.
3. Fight and defeat them to unlock the character.

Step 4: Reset the Unlock Timer

Here’s the key step:

1. Close Smash Ultimate completely.
2. Go to System Settings > Data Management > Delete Save Data.
3. ONLY delete the "Save Data" (not "User Data") for Smash Ultimate.
4. Reopen the game—your unlocks remain, but the timer resets!

Step 5: Repeat the Process

• Play another 1-stock match → New challenger appears.
• Close game, delete save data, repeat.
• Each cycle takes ~2 minutes, letting you unlock 30+ fighters per hour!

Why This Works

Smash Ultimate tracks unlock timers in temporary save data. By deleting it:

• The game thinks no time has passed since the last unlock.
• The 10-minute cooldown is skipped, letting you trigger back-to-back unlocks.

Note: This does not corrupt your game—your roster stays intact.

Bonus: World of Light Speed Unlock (Alternative Method)

If you prefer Adventure Mode:

1. Start World of Light.
2. Play until you unlock the first fighter (Mario or Kirby).
3. Close the game, delete save data, and restart.
4. Repeat—each reset spawns a new fighter near the start.

This method is slower (~2 unlocks every 10 minutes) but useful if you want Adventure Mode progress.

FAQs

Q: Does this work on the latest Smash Ultimate version?

A: Yes! Tested on v13.0.0 (2024).

Q: Will Nintendo ban me for this?

A: No—this is a save file exploit, not hacking.

Q: Do I lose my unlocked fighters if I delete save data?

A: No! Only the timer resets—fighters stay unlocked.

Q: Can I use this after unlocking some characters normally?

A: Yes! Just delete save data to reset the timer.

Final Thoughts

With this trick, you can unlock every Smash Ultimate fighter in under an hour—no cheats, no mods, just smart gameplay.

Try it now and dominate the roster!

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