Hey guys, I am just getting back into the Smash scene after a long hiatus, and I wanted to know exactly where you guys look during a match. Like, do you look at your opponent, or do you look at your character, or somewhere in the middle of each, etc. I know this is somewhat of a beginner question, but I am pretty rusty. I am trying to get better at my neutral game and just in general turning what my opponent does into data so that I can adjust my playstyle mid match. Thanks in advance!
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Where to look during a match
- Thread starter Milkwash
- Start date
Orlando BCN
Smash Ace
I helped someone out with a similar issue, so I’ll just copy my answer:
As you continue to play the game, you’ll find that it’s more important to focus on your opponent rather than yourself. You should already have an idea of the stage layout and your character’s moves and traits; now inspect what your opponent is doing. Max concentration is achieved when you’re zooming in on one character only. You’ll have much better chances to react to their movements without getting distracted by your own; think methodically and go with their flow.
If they dash dance, prepare for multiple outcomes. A bad guess is good, because your opponent will know that you are aware of a move that may be beneficial to you in the matchup. You can make them stop doing stupid things this way; if you used a move that’s good against jumpers, for instance, they’ll have a tendency to jump less, giving you a smaller number of options to deal with. If they don’t learn that you can predict them, however, it’s likely they’re not thinking straight.
As you continue to play the game, you’ll find that it’s more important to focus on your opponent rather than yourself. You should already have an idea of the stage layout and your character’s moves and traits; now inspect what your opponent is doing. Max concentration is achieved when you’re zooming in on one character only. You’ll have much better chances to react to their movements without getting distracted by your own; think methodically and go with their flow.
If they dash dance, prepare for multiple outcomes. A bad guess is good, because your opponent will know that you are aware of a move that may be beneficial to you in the matchup. You can make them stop doing stupid things this way; if you used a move that’s good against jumpers, for instance, they’ll have a tendency to jump less, giving you a smaller number of options to deal with. If they don’t learn that you can predict them, however, it’s likely they’re not thinking straight.