Strongest Nintendo Characters, Ranked

Nintendo is one of the oldest companies in the video game industry, and over the years, it has created dozens of iconic characters loved by fans. Games like Smash Bros., which bring many of these characters into face-to-face battles, often lead to discussions about which characters are the most powerful.

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It's difficult to determine the power level of each character, since the rules of each universe cause the power scaling to vary. However, it's possible to argue that the feats of some of these characters are truly incredible. Strength, intelligence, mystical abilities, and even determination—these are some of the characteristics that can be used to define Nintendo's strongest characters.

10 Rosalina (Super Mario Galaxy)

The Mother Of All Stars

Rosalina is a wise, kind character, and an excellent mother. First introduced in Super Mario Galaxy, Rosalina is a cosmic guardian with the power to protect the universe and the Lumas, using her magical wand to create stars.

She plays an important role throughout the game, guiding Mario on his journey across the universe to save Princess Peach. Her strength lies not only in her cosmic powers but also in her great wisdom and resilience, making her one of the most powerful figures in Nintendo games.

9 Samus Aran (Metroid Dread)

Metroid + Chozo = Perfect DNA

Samus is the protagonist of the Metroid series and one of the most iconic characters in video games. As an intergalactic bounty hunter, she possesses a technologically advanced suit that grants her a variety of abilities, in addition to having Chozo DNA, which gives her superhuman strength, agility, and reflexes.

During Metroid Fusion, Samus acquires part of the Metroid DNA, allowing her to absorb and use the X Parasites as a source of energy. By the end of Metroid Dread, her infusion of different DNAs reaches its peak, transforming her into a powerful and uncontrollable version capable of draining energy from all her enemies, making her one of the most powerful characters in the universe.

8 Demise (The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword)

The Creator Of All The Problems Of Link And Zelda

Demise is the main antagonist of the first game in the chronological timeline of The Legend of Zelda franchise, Skyward Sword. The character is an ancient demonic entity possessing one of the most powerful and feared forces in the entire series universe, known as the Demon King.

At the end of the game, even after his defeat, Demise casts a curse, ensuring that his hatred will be reborn in each new era, leading to the creation of Ganondorf and cursing all the reincarnations of the hero and the princess of Hyrule.

7 Giygas (EarthBound/Mother Series)

Chaos In The Form Of A Villain

Giygas, the central villain of the EarthBound series, is one of the most disturbing entities in the gaming universe. Also known as the Embodiment of Evil, the character is an alien entity that seeks to conquer and destroy the world.

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Just his influence is enough to turn people and animals into violent beings. His true form is almost indescribable, manifesting as an amorphous and threatening entity. At the end of EarthBound, he can only be defeated through the prayers of all the people on Earth to prevent the almost inevitable apocalypse.

6 Naga (Fire Emblem Series)

The Most Powerful Dragon Of The Divine Dragon Tribe

In the Fire Emblem series, Naga is a divine dragon who plays a central role in the lore of the games. She is revered as the ruler and strongest of the Divine Dragon tribe, the mightiest dragons in the continent of Archanea.

Naga is an important character in various games, assisting heroes on their journeys. Additionally, the character, along with dragons, was responsible for bringing knowledge to humans, enabling all advancement and the creation of civilization.

5 Shulk (Xenoblade Chronicles)

Heir To The Monado

Shulk may start his journey in Xenoblade Chronicles as just a young dreamer with his sword. However, throughout the game, he becomes one of Nintendo's most powerful beings, wielding the Monado, a powerful sword that can manipulate ether itself and alter matter.

Additionally, the Monado grants its wielder the ability to foresee the future, making Shulk nearly unbeatable once he fully masters his abilities. By the end of Xenoblade Chronicles, the character has the power to recreate the entire universe, choosing a new world without gods.

4 Palutena (Kid Icarus Series)

The Goddess Of Light Herself

Palutena is known as the Goddess of Light and rightful ruler of Angel Land in the Kid Icarus series, a powerful figure who acts as a mentor and guide to the protagonist, Pit, helping him in his battles against the evil Hades and his followers.

The character has the ability to control light and create magic, possessing vast wisdom and knowledge of the celestial realms, which makes her essential for the balance of the universe and one of the most powerful characters in the franchise.

3 Galeem (Super Smash Bros. Ultimate)

One Of The Greatest Threats In The Nintendo Universe

Galeem is one of the main antagonists in the World of Light mode of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, alongside his counterpart Dharkon. The character seeks to recreate the universe in his own image and to do so, he faces and defeats all the characters in the game, turning them into spirits (except for Kirby).

His appearance reinforces his divine yet malevolent nature, as a powerful god seeking to create a new world from scratch. To defeat him and restore order, the characters had to join forces to confront one of the most powerful beings ever created by Nintendo.

2 Arceus (Pokemon Series)

The God Of Pokemon

Arceus is a character known as the god of Pokemon, also referred to as The Original One, and is responsible for the creation of the universe, along with other mythological figures such as Uxie, Azelf, Mesprit, Dialga, Palkia, and Giratina.

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The character can be considered the oldest Pokemon that ever existed and has the power to restore things that have been destroyed, create things from scratch, and break the very laws of nature. Additionally, Arceus is a Pokemon that can change its type to any type, from Fire to Water.

1 Kirby

Any Threat Can Be Eaten

Kirby, Nintendo's iconic pink puffball, stands as one of the most formidable characters in gaming history. Known for his seemingly innocent appearance, Kirby possesses the extraordinary ability to consume anything, absorbing the abilities of others in the process.

Throughout the Kirby series, he has defeated numerous gods, showcasing his unmatched strength. In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Kirby alone survived Galeem's devastating attack, ultimately playing a crucial role in preventing the apocalypse.

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