While its sequel may have been an overall better package, it was Super Smash Bros. Melee that will be remembered in the halls of video game history. Melee was the Gamecube-seller, and the reason wasn't just because it was the only GC title worth having (it wasn't-there are plenty others). Melee was brilliant in its original fighting formula; rather than a flat surface with two buff guys beating each other up, four players could join in on the action with easy-to-use special moves and stages with its own height, width, and behavior. With 28 characters, TONS of collectibles, and an increased speed in fighting, Melee is my personal favorite in the series. Is it better than Brawl? No. But I still prefer it over the 2008 sequel.