Is Shaq OP?

[JoeTango]

Recently I've noticed everyone mains Shaq in every version of smash out there. Obviously it is because of his massive damage and dunking abilities, but perhaps it is time we talk about banning him from tournament. It seems his bad recovery plays no factor in his play style because he is able to win matches so quickly it doesn't even matter.

Do you think Shaq should be banned from the tournament scene? Should a meta be developed around him like it did with Michael Jordan? What do you think?

Edit: Amazingly the meta changed overnight and the rim was moved 8 feet higher from the standard height which effectively nerfed Shaq. I personally think this was a good change but either way the reign of Shaq is over.

 

[Shaq]

Nah fool you just need to get better. The Shaq players are just better than everyone else.

 

[Dragon lord]

if you think Shaq is op

 

[Xyzz]

My Shaq is best Shaq. I think. :D

 

[^Hobbes]

The clear answer to balance the meta isn't to just stop using Shaq forever, rather, imposes stages that put him at a disadvantage.


Aye for Pokefloats.

 

[SAUS]

I don't think we can ban Shaq. His name is in the title of the game. That would be like banning Zelda from The Legend of Zelda. He always wins in them, sure, but it just wouldn't be the same. They're the main characters. You can't ban main characters.

 

[spy_]

Idk, you also have to consider NTSC Shaq vs. PAL Shaq. I'm not sure his slight dunk nerf in PAL really made that much of a difference. I am open to hearing both arguments, though I feel like i'm leaning towards a slight nerf to his height (7'0 is simply too tall imo).

 

[kingPiano]

Guys I'm having trouble unlocking Shaq? how do?

 

[^Hobbes]

Dunk 10 Wireframes in Cruel Melee with Mario.

 

[kingPiano]

Dunk 10 Wireframes in Cruel Melee with Mario.

You telling porkie pies?

Ever since I got the game in 2001 I have only played Mario and I only dunk. Would have unlocked by now :/ check your info

No Shaq still

 

[ArcDawn]

You telling porkie pies?

Ever since I got the game in 2001 I have only played Mario and I only dunk. Would have unlocked by now :/ check your info

No Shaq still

You have to unlock Slam Dunk Contest first

 

[AirFair]

You unlock shaq by dunking 36 wireframes. 36 for his celtics number bruh

 

[kingPiano]

hmmmm...Shaq unlock meta seems to be constantly evolving

I give up

 

[TacoLord9000]

Shaq too strong, Sakurai plz nerf. I will probably be dunked on in the near future for saying this.

 

[Roukiske]

He's not that OP. A good strat I do against high level Shaq players is to catch him in neutral and attempt to foul him before he dunks. It can force him to free throw which will always miss.

 

[SAUS]

Shaqurai plz

 

[BBOY15]

Can someone give me advise on neutral with Shaq? I know basketball spam is the best option but I tend to over rely on spamming it and can't do much else creativity-wise in the neutral game. I know if you run at someone > basketball > Jab > SHFFL'd Gang Kick then you can get a guarenteed dunk if they're at the edge of the stage, but I have trouble actually applying this tech and working it into my game.

 

[kingPiano]

Can someone give me advise on neutral with Shaq? I know basketball spam is the best option but I tend to over rely on spamming it and can't do much else creativity-wise in the neutral game. I know if you run at someone > basketball > Jab > SHFFL'd Gang Kick then you can get a guarenteed dunk if they're at the edge of the stage, but I have trouble actually applying this tech and working it into my game.

Well the most important thing is to make sure you "Pump Up" your sneakers while in neutral any chance you get. This will boost Shaq's double jump and help with recovery and it also makes his kicks have a bit more hitstun. You'll know it's active because you will hear the faint sound of Jock Jams Vol. 1 playing the background.

I'd recommend his Down-B move which turns Shaq into Kazaam. If you think Shaq is OP, Kazaam is Djinn tier.
You gain the magical power to turn the opponent into a basketball and slam dunk them into a garbage disposal.

 

[Bones0]

The game is better this way.

Welcome to 20shaqshaq.

 

[The Prince L]

Shaq gave me life.

 

[standardtoaster]

April fools is over now