Smash Together, an unofficial dating platform for Super Smash Bros. enthusiasts to connect, announced it received a cease-and-desist letter just before its open beta launch.
The app was set to begin open beta on May 15, following months of development. However, on May 13, the official account shared a melancholic Yoshi meme, stating: "We got cease and desisted." (Thanks for the heads-up, Automaton.)
We got cease & desisted https://t.co/Zj2J3FNUHL pic.twitter.com/euDbJ3KUiG
— SmashTogether (@SmashTogether) May 14, 2025
The developers did not disclose the source of the cease-and-desist, though speculation points to Nintendo, given the app’s ties to Super Smash Bros.
SmashTogether marketed itself as the "premier dating site for Super Smash Bros. fans," promising to help users find their "ideal Doubles partner, in-game and beyond" through a tailored matchmaking algorithm designed to pair compatible players.
App screenshots showcased features like selecting your preferred character, or "main," highlighting notable victories, and answering prompts with a Smash Bros. flair, such as: "I'm looking for... Someone who can make it out of pools at a major."
Beyond potential intellectual property and copyright issues, the concept of a dating app centered on a game like Super Smash Bros. likely prompted the cease-and-desist action.
The SmashTogether team has not commented on whether they will pursue an alternative approach without relying on the Super Smash Bros. brand. For now, please note the effort made in this article to avoid any puns related to "smashing."
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