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For the list of RoA Workshop creations I, Hyuponia, has made, Go back to the Workshop hub?

You could treat this like a particular kind of, "shrine" webpage, or like a fanart.
ALL of these characters were made by someone else in the community, many from each different people. And it's barely even scratching the surface!
Y'know how many characters we have? Let alone, how many quality characters we have? I'm very very certain it's more than a thousand by now! My character list easily keeps exceeding 999!
Guess that's what, how long has it been, like 7 whole years of history can do to a scene. Impressive, honestly.

In this page, I will be introducing you to just a little bit (still a whole lot) of characters and stages that other people has made, that I particularly wanted to highlight!
Join me, for a dive, beneath the waves.

some of the thumbnails might fail sometimes, when their steam page get updated.
If you don't want your stuff featured in here, let me know somewhere and I'll handle it quickly for ya!


Check 'em out, my shoutouts to:

This list doesn't follow your scroll like the other pages, it was too big. Sorry!



:: Rows 1-2 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Dreams of the ocean
:: Crest
Character by Scruff0
Let me put it simply. Crest is an incredible character, full stop. Of course, I'll keep writing about him, but y'know.
His animations are smooth, dynamic, and perfect for each move. And all the moves just feel right in so many ways - some would call this "gamefeel".
All his Specials, being able to cancel into another, makes it feel like playing as him is like an improvised dance, perfect with his surfboarding motif. Scruff0 is an incredible creator!!
If I were asked who my workshop Main was, the top pick is absolutely this guy. What a joy to play as!

Hey! The author is working on A GAME ON STEAM right now. Go check it out!!!

Released 2024/01/11 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


The so-called Ghost Snake
:: Meimay
Character by Jetie
Jetie tends to be an overlooked creator in general, but one thing you can't deny is that he's got a lot of experience. He's made a lot, and I mean A LOT of characters throughout many years, and he himself is pretty damn good at the game as well.
Of course, with that experience, there's a shining gem among the stone - Meimay's always been my favourite, but her playstyle and moveset has clicked just absolutely right with me, somehow.
She's a grappler type, being rewarded most by her grab moves, best of which is extra tricky to land. But her slow, patient playstyle is accentuated by her Fire status effect, dealing damage over time. Take too long, and you're already set to be KO'd!
Definitely an another of my top mains.

Released 2023/02/07 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Shatter-riff
:: Buster
Character by Scruff0
Buster's an underrated, overlooked character with a style so stylish. Electric guitar as a part of his sound design? A bunch of his moves sound like a shotgun and a guitar? His install mode is called Overdrive? Down Tilt is a knee slide? Heck yes.
Just as with Scruff0's other characters, both the visual and sound designs make all of his moves just so satisfying to hit, and combo the moves with.
If you haven't tried Buster? You better get to it, buster!! Well, at your own pace, of course. At your own rhythm.

Released 2023/03/02 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Shadowveiled Blade
:: Ingrim
Character by Artist of Seer
Now that's one angry crow, burning for revenge. Ingrim is a character I keep practicing and actually do have some results with.
Artist of Seer is an amazing artist and an animator overall, but his OC work definitely shine greatly. (though i guess this one isn't actually his oc, but yknow what i mean.)
His powerful, forceful hits greatly boost both how he plays, and how he feels to play.
And to me, meter characters tend to feel kinda sour to play, but this one builds it quick, and burns it snappily. It's always in the flow.

Released 2024/10/31 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Aw yeah! This is happenin'!
:: Sonic (Bar ver.)
Character by Bar-Kun
Ever seen this specific Sonic? This is one of the greatest interpretations of Sonic for a platform fighter setting, even without all the amazing presentation and animation.
This sonic... is somehow the only one who's tried acceleration for run speed I think, it works so well, working as both a way to balance his speed, and also letting his high max speed shine bright.
And of course, his Boost mode mechanic makes him able to benefit more from his speed by accelerating much faster! How do you build up boost? Well, by being Stylish, of course, by doing combos or doing tricks! Ah, just like Sonic.
Rivals is the ONLY place you'll see this sonic, every other place you might see these sprites for sonic was taken from this, if you see those out there please report it back to Bar-kun.

Released 2023/09/23 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Shootingstar Blade Trail
:: Nacht
Character by Danielone
Starbound Avali Roy! Well, to just describe Nacht in such few words would be doing them a disservice.
Nacht's a fast, fast paced, "hilt sweetspot" swordfighter! Basically all of their Specials enhance his mobility, letting you get in, letting you extend your combos, and all the more things that you may be able to weave with it!
It may feel like you can just hit people forever and spam, but you still gotta hit them right, you can't just do it aimlessly. You gotta get in first, too: it's a sword, but it isn't SUPER long.
But when you can keep the string going, it feels so good!

Released 2024/07/07 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Standing on the edge
:: One
Character by Mixmaw,
JPEG Warrior, and Mallow
Ah, the seasoned, battered fighter from the Rock Hard Gladiators. His brother Yoyo's been around since the earliest beginnings of workshop, but now, One is here, and he's ready to take on the many.
One is actually a stance character of sorts, having 2 whole sets of moveset basically, but the two stances just flows so well! It's sword and swordless, you throw the sword at the opponent, and use the swordless grab moves at them, and "cash it in" per se.
Just because he's a stickman doesn't mean you can underestimate him, or his animations! Not at all. Oh, not at all.
You've seen all the stickman fights animations, haven't you? You're not ready for what carnage they can cause.

Released 2025/01/12 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


We're talking about Krillin!!!
:: Krillin
Character by ricE
Krillin's a good ol' fighter! You know Dragon Ball, Ki blasts and flying dashes and all that. Krillin's a bit less flashy in his fight, but he's got just enough to fight very well, to take on the world!
He's got some of his iconic and unique moves as well, being able to be used to fight at a bit more a higher level if you can use them right!
My sometimes go-to to just pull out and do a few simple matches with.

Released 2023/06/30 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Wise gaze that burns through
:: Vakna
Character by Artist of Seer
and Delta Parallax
Vakna has always been a standout among the Rivals 2 Contest, of course, he's animated by Artist of Seer, an animator already known by his incredible quality, but what we didn't anticipate is... just... how insanely well he did this time.
I know I'll write a lot about animations in this page as we write about more characters, but now, this one, THIS one is extraordinary. Smooth, great key poses, awesome VFX also assisted by Delta Parallax, and gosh, the SECONDARY ANIMATIONS! (like his clothes and sash flowing and affected by gravity)
His moveset just works so well for him and his fire element too, you can't even tell he was inspired a lot by Ridley of all characters!
Even with all that, Vakna didn't even place on the runner-ups?? What do you mean!! This is madness!!
Or is that just an indication on how impressive the competition was? Heh, that rings true, too.

Released 2024/01/10 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Rhythm of Entropy
:: Cocua
Character by TheMH06
Fists of plasma, Cocua. If her visuals doesn't tell her story yet, her knuckles will.
Lightning-fast! She's all about close combat, with a dash stance that lets you move like a teleport. Once you get in, her grab move can deal davastating damage with enough charge.
All her Strongs can be over-charged, and stored! This allows your specials to do even more things, but watch out, it takes toll on Cocua, too, dealing herself damage over time.
Her animation's full of emotions and personality! You really feel all the power she's putting in. Strike 'em down with the full force of her very green thunder!

Released 2025/03/01 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


agua
:: Water Bottle
Character by ricE
This lil' guy may look like a joke, but this Water Bottle's a real deal!
Fill 'em up with water, and release em with water guns and enhanced moves! Little nimble trickster, this water bottle.
Of course, it's a water bottle, it's perfect for tricks. Like throwing it until it lands perfectly standing without falling over. Or whatever it was.

Released 2020/05/10 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Heat that pierce the clouds!
:: Galega
Character by ShrUg
This naruto-runnin' turtle's got one heck of a personality! You can sense it from all his animations: Galega's a confident fighter, always about fighting up close with devastating hits.
All his specials need his Steam meter to be effective, so gotta keep hitting your opponents to build it up! The rewards, like his Neutral Special cancelling any normals or strongs - can be incredible in the right hands.

Released 2021/09/19 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Many faces, many arms
:: Mii Gunner
Character by Inf1n1teSp1r1t
Mii Gunner is one of my favorite chars to play from Smash Bros Ultimate, and well there they are, complete with move select, in-game "selected moves" indicator, selected moves having color-coded distinction, and everything!
We also have Mii Brawler and Swordfighter as well, super well made.

Released 2024/07/27 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Bright sparkling waves
:: Wren
Character by EquinoxDoodles
Is she a dog? Cat? Well, apparently she is a cat. Wren's a very well-animated, expressive character with even a fun unique moves!
Water's a relatively simple elemental power that's kind of hard to twist into sub-categories, but looks like Waves alone can do pretty cool things!

Released 2023/12/19 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Flying Hammer Bros would make me cry
:: Troops
Character by SB-2749
You just have a hat and a hammer? Yep! And that's the way he likes it. Troops is a bit slow, but his Up Special alone can greatly enhance his mobility together with his other specials!
Somehow one of my genuine favourite gameplay-wise! I definitely enjoy playing as him.
A Koopa Troopa OC, a favourite? It's more likely than you think, in the land of workshop...

Released 2024/12/08 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Bah Bah or Pah Pah?
:: Koopa Troopa
Character by ricE
The very Mario Jam winner, this Koopa Troopa is extraordinary!
Very well-animated, fun moves, and even got cool gimmick moves like Koopa shell as a pseudo-item!
Not to mention, what do you mean they have like 3 FULLY ANIMATED SETS OF ALTERNATE COSTUMES

Released 2025/03/29 ::



[Azure] [Cinna]


Adventure Siblings
:: Azure
:: Cinna
Character by SB-2749
Azure and his echo fighter/young sister Cinna (who isn't very echo-fightering anymore with all the updates she's gotten) is a super fun, well-rounded character to play as!
They may look like your run-of-the-mill Mario OC's, but that's far from the truth. They've very much become way more than what their mushroomy origin!
Play as 'em and you'll see there's so much uniqueness to enjoy!

Azure Released 2019/10/07 :: Cinna Released 2020/03/05 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Trust set in the stone
:: Anzen
Character by McDucky
Wielding her shape-morphing (i think) Celestial Gem to use as a sort of controlled puppet, Anzen's got a lot of ways to control the match!
Well, I think, anyway. I'm not at all good at playing as her, yet. But she looks cool, and the moves are great! Definitely wanna get better at it.

Released 2023/01/23 ::

Believe it or not, we are only 2 rows in on that character select list!
yeah that was shocking for me too
There's lots to see in this world!

:: Rows 3-4 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Strike from the umbral shadows
:: Asra
Character by Bar-Kun
Behold the Bar-Kun classic, Extremely Elaborate Jab Combo Animation!
Asra is an awesome character with her assassin concept quite awesomely executed! Her gimmick is backstab, dealing more damage and gaining resources by attacking an opponent facing away from you. All her Special moves help to achieve this, too!
Honestly kind of scary, I love playing as her but I dunno what I can do if the opponent uses her.

Released 2024/08/24 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Retribution, or is it something else
:: Pyramid Head
Character by VVizard's Final Frenzy team
The monster of James' own making, (or made FOR James,) that just keeps appearing in all the other places, despite him being a very context-bound entity.
Doesn't mean he's any less intimidating elsewhere, though. Pyramid Head is just as imposing in this game as with in any other. He's SO TALL!
Bind opponents to Torment, increasing taken damage and also giving super armor to pyramid head when in range. For them to free themselves out of Torment, they must Face Their Fears, and hit Pyramid Head.
Still a very fair enough character!

Released 2024/03/01 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


This ain't no U.N. Owen
:: Remilia
Character by Dr Oshawott
The one without the rainbow wings of the Scarlet Sisters. ...Is that rude?
Remilia is super fun to play as! Simple moves, so easy to jump in to try, but with tricky tools mixed in. Cute and expressive as well!
Awesome addition to rivals' growing Touhou roster, for sure

Released 2023/02/11 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Redshift (also Blueshift)
:: Glare
Character by Muno
Glare is a... Butterfly? Moth? Mosquito?
Glare is a cool character with two different modes, themed around UV (Ultraviolet) and IR (Infrared). Double daggers, too!
They look cool and they've got a cool moveset and I wanna get better at playing as 'em!

Released 2021/11/07 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Leaves flow and axes fly
:: Ayaka
Character by Ambi, SleepyPlayer16, and BernardO
Ever wanted Min Min in your workshop? Well here she is! Pummel 'em all with the axes that comes back to you, with very Min Min-accurate move mechanics! There's even variants you can switch to, as well.
To this day I still dunno what's going on in her Taunt animation, probably some Lore.

Released 2022/05/02 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


The cool brother
:: Raichu
Character by The Great G.B.A
The world's crazy about Pikachu, but Raichu exists too, and they're awesome!
This is a great interpretation of Raichu for a moveset, and does it well. GBA's been at this character-making stuff for a long while as well, and he shines bright at making characters with fully original sprites. It's awesome!
And an original moveset, too, this isn't just Beyond Melee Raichu, (though it does take a few elements with credits,) it's a Raichu of its own!

Released 2025/12/25 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Absolute swag of this stickman
:: Card
Character by The Great G.B.A
I have a soft spot for this guy, an overlooked and underrated OC stickman of the bunch in rivals. And he's. Got. Such an energy!!!
He's just making all these poses!!! He's So Cool.
All the moves he has makes him very quite unique to watch and play, themed and attitude'd perfectly.

Released 2022/05/01 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Duality Renegade
:: Zil
Character by SleepyPlayer16
PM Samus with the fire and ice... Now, that's an odd concept that sounds cool, and well, Zil's made it work! Apply a status effect... and use it up for big effects! Different for each elemental Mode.
Not only that, she's even got a Super Wavedash, too, in a true Samus fashion.
Cool lookin design with a cool moveset! One of my favourites for sure.

Hey! The author is working on A GAME ON STEAM right now. Go check it out!!!

Released 2024/01/15 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Aquatic Leap
:: Neptune
Character by Teal Phoenix
Teal Phoenix is one of my favorite creators, with quality of characters you simply cannot underestimate! Serious!
Neptune is one of their earlier dives at character-making, and it's already quite very good. Maybe a lil weak to fight as overall? But it just means it was made carefully, avoiding being overwhelming!
So much fun to be felt in how he plays and animates. Lovely!

Released 2022/10/12 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Explorer of time and dark
:: Pikachu
Character by Teal Phoenix
This isn't your regular ol' Pikachu, this is a Mystery Dungeon Pikachu!!
I see people complaining about how there's barely been any "Smash Pikachu", but... honestly, this is great in its on very way, is it not? And it IS Pikachu! Inherits some moves, too.
Equipped with throwable items, and weather Orbs giving an extra effect, like boosting your moves!

Released 2026/01/01 ::



[Pit] [Dark Pit]


Uprising Forever
:: Pit
:: Dark Pit
Character by RuberCuber
Good 'ol Pit and Pittoo, with a modern twist! With revised little bits of moves, this is certain to feel much more in that Uprising flavour! ...I haven't played KIU though, so I can't vouch on that front, but I can certainly tell ya that it's one heck of a cool moveset!
I've always liked playing as Pit, and this scratches that itch perfectly, while feeling unique! I like PM style arrow as well, and this has that as well, it even looks... pretty!! Of all things, even the arrows look so pretty.

Released 2021/09/19 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Ichor's Lightning
:: Ykyr
Character by Mixmaw
Ykyr is a character for experts. Well, not saying that in a bad way, not at all, he's just particularly hard to pilot. And that's what makes him so cool!
The character has an airDASH in place of airdodge. When you have his meter built up, you can cancel out of his moves to airdash!
And all of his moves are made very well in ways that they definitely work together, with airdash as well. So much APM! This character's as fast as you can let it!

Released 2024/07/20 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Red and Blue
:: Lognes
Character by Lognes
Super-satisfying, combo-focused, stance-character, in Red-and-Blue!
Break em up in Blue Mode and finish the job with Red Mode! The author being a musician themselves, they've done quite an awesome sound design that boosts how it feels to play!
(Insert Melee Bowser Side B Claw Sound)

Released 2022/02/06 ::


3TrainerPoké $<br<br


merciful
:: MissingNo.
Character by "FRTOUD" AKA "Dr.NaN" AKA "undefined" AKA "Dr. Grhaal von Scuzbeuket" AKA "°繧峨?∫?逋コ逧?↓㎯ㆌᇲ
The 36 Residents of Glitch City.aa?B?????????????????????????C????????????????????????
Ok serious writing time. This character? It's a work of art. And I ain't just saying this cause glitches are an exotic form of art or whatever. I mean it is, but, no, there's just absolutely tons of love put into this.
From the author with one of the most deepest understanding of workshop programming, this character will never fail to impress you, no matter how much you know about this game.
AND all the while being a functional and fair character? That's right...>--!>Definitely a must-see in the workshop experience.

POKéTRAINER × 2023/02/15 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Roll a snowball
:: Snowé
Character by Jetie
Jetie is known for making a whole new character out of the concept of someone else's character sometimes. I pulled off a similar shtick for my own character's echo fighter, Rainé, where I gave tribute to how Jetie presents his characters. Well? Now it comes full circle, a character based on Ràiné - Snowé! Well, you can see where that comes from, at least.
Just cause it's similar to some other characters are no excuse to dismiss these characters! Jetie loves to create things anew.
Snowé still carries that Mario DNA, but with lots of twists, like I'm pretty sure some of these moves takes from other fighting games.
I feel like her name coulda've been Snowée or something or is that my french-learning brain speaking

Released 2025/12/30 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Gotta go fast!
:: Grace
Character by Dimp
Simply put, cool character! Mix of a lot of concepts like Sonic, Sega, and uhh... (checks the scribbled writing) May Lee Jinju from KoF.
I saw a lot of potential in her, and I even made a fan-made update, which is now in the character. Now, speed is key!
Faster you move and move around, the more power and recource you gather! With her natural speed, you'll be moving around everywhere in no time.

Released 2023/02/10 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Eyes Burn Foresaken
:: Vanda
Character by Sirc and Artist of Seer
Of all devils and demons, you may not have expected one to be a stickman. Yeah, this guy is more or less made like a stickman, but be wary, the wrath of Vanda is nothing to scoff at.
This guy fights pretty well to begin with, but you can "Sacrifice" a limb, done by sacrificing one of the Special moves, granting you boosted stats or power depending on what you've let go!
Grow strong, and reach the peak of demonspawns!

Released 2021/12/12 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Darkest Skies Upon Dream Land
:: Dark Matter Swordsman
Character by Artist of Seer
Against the shining love and stars, the darkest blade strikes! Dark Matter Swordsman is so cool. Definitely up there among Kirby characters. Here it is in playable form!
Being large and having a sword, it is a great threat in the field for sure - Strike it down quick before it can do what it wants!
I wish he did more swordsman things... he's so cool with the sword... But that's just me

Released 2022/08/01 ::

:: Rows 5-6 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Beep, Boop, Ring-ring!
:: Ms. Maribel
Character by ViviVinya
The world of OC's is FREE! A segmented liquid-crystal display character? That's right! If Mr. Game And Watch can be real and be top tier in Ultimate, anything is possible!
Ms. Maribel is a really creative take on this concept, taking the idea further and in full force! A hittable shell projectile that ACTUALLY follows segmented display esque movement? I looooove it!
Mermaids are real and they live in the liquid crystals, I think.

Released 2021/02/22 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
:: Zerra
Character by Shplurmff/Clover
Zerra is a CLASSIC! Zerra is my long-term favourite! Zerra is EXTREMELY well-animated! And most of all... Zerra is... fast!!!
Ice skates! SPEED skates! That's a sports, I come from the region where that's really big, it's real! And it REALLY goes fast. So does Zerra. I've said that twice, but she REALLY is fast! Which, of course, makes her quite hard to control at times, but you're stronger the faster you are, and when it works... You feel styyyyyyyylish!
Even to this day, I'd say she still holds up well, and still technically impressive, even!

Released 2020/05/25 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Real wave's comin'!
:: King Tide
Character by roboshyguy
King Tide is a Rap Music culture themed character that pulls it off great! His animations convey just the right kind of attitude. He even has a rhythm minigame as a part of the moveset!
He's so cool that I really wanna play as him and get better at it!

Released 2023/03/04 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Beyond The Beginning
:: Yunica
Character by TheMH06
From Ys Origin, Yunica Tovah strikes! This came out of nowhere and I haaaaad to shout it out when it released, I love Ys! Now, MH is an awesome member of the community!
Ys 6/F/Origin has always been a great action platformer that'd be awesome for a plat fighter, but Yunica's done it well to bring it to this setting!
Quick attacks, and big magic skills, she fights so well!

Released 2022/08/13 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


SODA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:: Mau
Character by FuZZ/Lily
Might not look like it, but Mau's a grab-centric character. Do I call that a grappler? Is that what grapplers are about?
With all the bubbly liquid, aesthetically, she's kind of similar to Ranno, but she definitely plays different enough. I like playing as both of them!
Create big bubbles with your soda, throw your opponent around and get 'em stuck, and bruise 'em with strong physical hits!

Released 2024/02/03 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


DROWNING DRONING
:: Hex
Character by V_Force
From the fan-imagining of Deltarune's chapters before they released, Hex is an odd character, inspired by the unused sprite "spr_redacted_a" from Undertale, often associated close to W.D. Gaster along with the world-famous "Mysteryman" (in the gray door, you know the one).
In this game, Hex plays super floaty, and kinda patiently. Hex is one of the more trickier characters to play, for sure.
Super well-polished!! What do you mean your jump sprites are angled depending on current speed?? Not even sprite rotation, instead being individual angled sprite strips??

Released 2024/07/20 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Frog with an attitude
:: Croagunk
Character by Clay
Frog Pokémon with an iconic grin! Like, it's pretty much the same grin most of the time, but even yet they show a lot of emotions... Evilly :smiling_imp:
This ol' Croagunk is made with love, filled with references to how Pokemon games work and is portrayed! Knock Off actually knocks off an item!!! Once per stock!!!!
It's even a sort of stance character, having 2 different modes with different uses.

Released 2021/11/27 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


pick up the phone...
:: Bermaharajalela
Character by ExtremelyDisinterestedRadish
BER-MAHARAJA-LELA.
What is colloquially known as a "moji-like", it is an ominous, creepy Wet Floor sign.
It is very unique! And different. Even compared to the other "moji-likes". Definitely the more under-appreciated one of the bunch.
I don't know how to describe it, this one clicks so well with me

Released 2021/10/12 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Darkneon Hammer
:: Drifter (3.0)
Character by C8236
C8236 keeps making many different versions of this character... I think this author really wants to make a character feel like a traditional fighting game, and have em feeling awkward... But this time, they've achieved something that works well in platform fighter, and while still mixing in his roots!
Drifter is Brutal. Swings hard, hits hard. He's a force to be wreckoned with. Wait, was that how it's written? He feels like a perfect fit with his cyberpunk-esque style.

Released 2026/05/07 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


A Dash, An Echo
:: Hymn RƎ:Verse
Character by Reiga, Mallow, J4C, Scaurlet, Spider101, BernardO, JH
Everyone made a character for me for my birthday. It's so cool! Do I deserve it?
A doll, bound to electric dreams.
What do you think?

She is specifically not Hymn Reverse.

Released 2024/06/20 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Ultimate-lightning synergy!
:: Zeke and Pandoria
Character by JPEG Warrior
Zeke and Pandoria, from Xenoblade Chronicles 2! I've never played the game, all I know is from like, yknow, Smash Ultimate.
As per usual with JPEG Warrior's works, but the character's got a great moveset! I looooove playing as them, very fun. Hey, is that Forward Air from Ichigo in Super Smash Flash 2? Sorry, I just like that move. One day, I'll use that move...
Are they cool in the games too? Kinda feels like one of these chars who's like, an ultra over-confident enemy-turned-ally who can be reliable at times.

Released 2022/05/25 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Azure Light Trails
:: Lea
Character by Aperson
One character who feels like a great fit for indy game crossover fighting games, Lea from CrossCode!
I've not played that game much yet either, I've only played a little bit of the beginning. Very awkward, I should play more games...
Aperson did custom sprites for her and it's so great! It's perfect! She plays quite cool, it's like a sort of sword fighter with the returning discs? She even feels like Link sometimes, with 2-part moves!
Extremely recommended if you're a fan of the game, and recommended even if you haven't played it yet, too!

Released 2024/05/05 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Blizzard of delight!
:: Scoop
Character by Flophawk
FUN and CUTE and just DELIGHTFUL character, Scoop is filled with, overused word lately but, Whimsy! So sweet!
Themed around ice cream, through and through. He makes ice cream, he IS ice cream, and the ice cream freezes you. They can even be stacked to extend the area for buff and freeze! Ice cream even melt too... Keep them up (if need be) by using cold air!
Look at him. Cone for tail. For real.

Released 2024/07/20 ::


[Steam Workshop link]


Keep Moving...
:: Epinel
Character by Mawral
From workshop's oldest times, if I remember, one of the members of "Diamonds and the Rough". I think that's, Olympia, Astra, Pomme, and Epinel, or some swapped around with like, Mollo or something.
Epinel has gotten his style down since the beginnings of times. Unique gimmick that we haven't seen anything similar ever since, and his methodical, calculated, hard-hitting gameplay. All the while the presentation of him hit right, moving floaty and slow and his animations reflecting that.
I think he was a sloth? Cool-as-hell sloth, groundbreaking in many ways, including literal.

Released 2020/01/13 ::


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Fate's Ego at what cost
:: Archarid
Character by Barney
They've got my exact color scheme...! Archarid's all about movement, speedy attacks, and quick decisions.
Somethings decisions can turn out wrong, or detrimental in the long term. I guess that's why it's a sort of skill to choose well in-the-moment. What might make the difference, however, is if you can reflect on it, and fix it later.
Archarid's thankfully full of recovery options! Up Special is a very forgiving ""tether""(?) Recovery, and you can set up some Web stuff beforehand to aid in your recovery. They can also be used for tricky maneuvers on-stage!

Released 2023/12/23 ::


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Big ol sleeves
:: Stitch
Character by Silly Willy
Stitch has been in workshop for a surprising amount of time, this is his 2nd version. Been a fan of him since the 1st, still great in the 2nd! Cute and simple moveset, Stitch might not have the edge he might need against the more highly-tuned characters in the workshop, but he's great to quickly play and have fun with.
Pummel your foes with snowballs! Bring em to ya with a Scarf grab! Luigi Dash Attack!

Released 2020/08/19 ::


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Prove the unknowns correct
:: Synne
Character by Giik
Synne is definitely a technical and presentational marvel. Quite unconventional, their very gimmick of using Orbits for attacks can be difficult to take advantage of, but it feels incredible when it works out.
Extremely, incredibly floaty and slow, patience is key. Feel the stars, and lead them.
Along with their home stage, and the ARG that led up to it, they've made a mark on workshop's history, atleast to my heart.
What do you have to fear about the unknowns? The harms it may cause you?

Released 2021/03/20 ::


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The pinnacle of trainer battles
:: Pokémon World Tournament
Stage by Ghostabo
One of the most incredible stages out there!! The natural evolution of Pokemon Stadium-esque stages, the stage has two sides that can each become entirely different layouts based on each Pokemon types, changing every once in a while! So many individual combinations...!
Easy pick for a go-to stage, the stage'll always feel fresh to play, I reckon!

Released 2022/11/17 ::


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This memorial to those
perished on the climb.

:: The Forsaken City
Stage by KASU HEARTS and J4C
Ruined City of Celeste.
It's a very good looking stage, but the reason I wanted to put it here for to especially shout it out, is because it has an Aether Mode with a great gimmick; that "collide/land and it starts moving" blocks from Celeste! Thanks to the programming prowess of J4C, they add onto your horizontal velocity when you jump from it at the right timing - just like Celeste, indeed!
It's so good and fun, I wish it was on the Basic Mode as well, but hey, I understand.

Released 2023/01/13 ::


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Oh, I remember - I wanted to see her just one last time.
:: Mind in the Program
Stage by Modeling-Clay
Ejected from the Access Ark, bring your rivals to a decisive fight above the skies of Popstar!
This stage... My gosh, this stage. It has basically all of the background transitions from inside Haltmann's office, Star Dream fight, to Phase 3 fight, except the rainbow tunnel background thing.
All of these things, visually masterfully portrayed in this stage, with incredible pixel art. I kinda wish the beginning phases were much quicker, because the space phases feel like the main parts, right!? But yet still, THIS is one heck of a ride, basically the closest thing we have to like a Final Destination-level dramatic background visuals.
Truth is, I would shoutout way, way more stages by Clay in here, he's made a LOT of incredible stages, but what would add up way too much! So check em out, if you're curious! I recommend all his stages so greatly.

Released 2021/12/09 ::


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PHASE CHANGE!
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The FightSquare

Stage by SpookyRick
A super-unique, presentation-focused stage! There's an announcer unique to this stage, with changing layout every stock!
It's usually not ideal to use pure black color for stage backgrounds, but this one does it stylishly and just at the corners that it just works.
Even in quick matches, this stage'll make it hype!

Released 2024/06/15 ::


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Hidden in green and moss
:: Swampy Estuary (R2)
Stage by FuZZ/Lily
Oh, Rivals 2 hasn't put this stage from the concept art yet? Fine, R1 workshop's got it handled.
Awesome interpretation by FuZZ/Lily, this takes the concept art from Rivals 2 and realize it so properly!

Released 2024/10/21 ::


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Lightning follows the summit
:: Tempest Peak (R2)
Stage by Batit the Plant
Speaking of Rivals 2... There's more attempts to bring over the other stages as well! Behold, fully customly sprited R2 Tempest Peak by Batit the Plant! Hell yea!!!

Released 2023/08/14 ::


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Ay Ay Ay Ay
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Chad's Gym

Stage by DinoBros
I have an incredible soft spot for this stage in particular. It's a very simple stage, but it has a unique platform movement, and little bits and pieces of coded in details like the working background mirror. Just feels awesome, y'know!
It also has The Pillar Men theme, which is incredible also.

Released 2020/07/30 ::


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Buffed Items Chaos!
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Rivals Rogue

Stage by DinoBros
I wrote about this stage in my Stages I Worked On list as well, but this one is extraordinary, I gotta shout it out again here!
Rivals Rogue is a technical marvel, cramming allll sorts of buff and effect items that affect your character in so many different ways. It's a PVP Roguelike Gamemode!!
Infinite combinations, infinite possibilities. And from the chaos, hilarity ensues! Play with friends!

Released 2025/08/26 ::


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For all All-Star Heroines out there!
:: Luminary Venerare
Stage by Batit the Plant
Dreamy stars float along the sea of clouds. There, a shrine of reverence stands tall, shining bright!
Gosh, Batit is an incredible artist. Easily in the top 3 of the entire workshop for sure. For the All-Star Heroines pack I was a part of, he's created an incredible stage for us!
Where do I even begin? Look at that sky! Look at these clouds! Look at the holograms and look at the path of light in the foreground! Simply put, just pretty...

Released 2024/08/15 ::


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Lucy in the Sky with Dynamites
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Dream Emulator

Stage by ViviVinya
If I remember correctly, this is one of, if not the first ever "tour" style stage, after Stage Scripting were introuced. Y'know, the kind of stages like Delfino Plaza, where you go into different kind of places and have different layouts. Of course, doing it exactly like Delfino Plaza and stuff would be crazy, we can't pixel art flying around different places and stuff! ...Probably.
But again, this one I think was the first one that pulled off "transform into an entirely new environment with new layouts", and who else to pull it off than our Queen of Stage Gimmicks, ViviVinya!
This stage takes you through many of the different worlds you visit in the lucid dreams of LSD: Dream Emulator. Link through, and Speed along the fastening Dream.

Released 2020/10/23 ::


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Wake, and then rest
::
Future in Sight

Stage by ViviVinya
I don't know why, but I love this stage a lot, together with its music. It's so... Serene? Is that the word?
It's a bit hard to play with visibility of stage elements, but if not, I would want to play on this stage a lot. Maybe I should offer to adjust it for them? Or somethin' like that. Check out the stage sometime!

Released 2021/05/29 ::


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Full of Life in this lil space
:: Greenhouse
Stage by doo
I've never played PvZ, but I can say this with certainty: This stage is awesome!
All the little details, all the choice of color, fills me with warmth. It's so cute and pretty.
Wanna feel the sun from a safe distance? Battle it out in this perfect greenhouse!

Released 2024/09/14 ::

Hey, wanna see more stages?
Well, you better!
There's so much to see out there!



A set of Steam Workshop Collections for your stage-collecting convenience!
These contain stages that are especially notable, ones I can confidently recommend and think you'll like em --- but it's always good to look out for more out there, there's always something new every day!
And of course, these contain more than this page can handle! (Or I can handle, cause putting stages in this specific page means I have to write and set things up and stuff)


...Oh wow! It's the bottom of the page for real. That was a looooooooooong ride.
Thank you for checking out everything!



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