The unofficial dating app Smash Together, designed to connect like-minded Super Smash Bros. players, has reportedly received a cease-and-desist order just ahead of its planned open beta launch.
The app was scheduled to begin its open beta today, May 15, following months of development. However, on May 13, its official account posted a somber Yoshi meme with the caption: "We got cease and desisted." (Credit to Automaton for the update.)
We got cease & desisted https://t.co/Zj2J3FNUHL pic.twitter.com/euDbJ3KUiG
— SmashTogether (@SmashTogether) May 14, 2025
The developers did not name the issuer of the cease-and-desist, though Nintendo is the likely candidate given the app's theme.
Smash Together promoted itself as a "premium dating site for Super Smash Bros. fans," aiming to help users find their "ideal Doubles partner (both in and out of the game)" through a specialized matchmaking algorithm.
App screenshots revealed profile sections for listing your main character, notable wins, and playful, Smash-themed prompts—like "I'm looking for... Someone who can make it out of pools at a major."
Beyond potential copyright issues, the very concept of a dating app centered on a property like Smash Bros. likely motivated the legal action.
There is no update from Smash Together on whether the team will pursue a non-Smash Bros. alternative. Meanwhile, please note the commendable restraint exercised in this article by avoiding any obvious "smashing" puns.
