Smash Bros. Dating App Receives Cease-and-Desist Order

Smash Together, an innovative dating app designed for Super Smash Bros. enthusiasts, was set to launch its open beta on May 15 after months of development. However, the excitement was short-lived as the app's official account announced on May 13 that they had received a cease-and-desist letter, just days before the planned launch. The announcement was made with a poignant Yoshi meme, signaling the unexpected halt in their plans.

The developers did not disclose the sender of the cease-and-desist letter, but speculation points towards Nintendo, given the app's focus on their popular game, Super Smash Bros. Smash Together positioned itself as the "premium dating site for Super Smash Bros. enjoyers of all kinds," promising to help users find their "dream Doubles partner (in and out of Smash)" through a specialized matchmaking algorithm.

The app's unique features included sections for users to list their preferred character, or "main," alongside their notable wins and tailored prompts. These elements were designed to resonate with the Smash Bros. community, with prompts like "I'm looking for... Someone who can make it out of pools at a major," adding a playful twist to the dating experience.

The concept of a dating app centered around a game like Super Smash Bros. likely raised concerns not only about intellectual property and copyright infringement but also about the appropriateness of such a platform. As of now, there has been no further communication from the Smash Together team regarding potential alternative solutions that might not involve the use of Smash Bros. as the core theme.

While the future of Smash Together remains uncertain, the team's efforts to create a niche dating app for gaming enthusiasts have certainly sparked interest and discussion within the community. As we await further developments, we can only hope that the creators find a way to navigate these challenges and continue their mission to connect like-minded gamers.