Big
- This article is about the character from theSonic the Hedgehog franchise. For the enemy inWario Land: Super Mario Land 3, seeBig (enemy).
| Big | |
|---|---|
 Spirit artwork fromSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate | |
| Full name | Big the Cat |
| Species | Cat |
| First appearance | Sonic Adventure (1998,Sonic the Hedgehog franchise) Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games (Wii) (2007,Super Mario franchise) |
| Latest appearance | Sonic Rumble (2025,Sonic the Hedgehog franchise) Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (spirit cameo) (2018,Super Mario-related media) |
| Latest portrayal | Kyle Hebert (English; 2011-present,Super Mario-related media) Takashi Nagasako (Japanese; 2009-present,Super Mario-related media) |
Big the Cat is a crossover character from theSonic the Hedgehog series whose only appearances in theSuper Mario franchise is theMario & Sonic series. He has a best friend and pet namedFroggy, who is a regular frog.
History[edit]
Mario & Sonic series[edit]
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games[edit]
Big appears only in theWii version ofMario & Sonic at the Olympic Games, as a referee in theAthletics andRowing events. Big can also be seen behind the podium in the Athletics events during the awards ceremony.
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games[edit]
Big also appeared in both the Wii andNintendo DS version ofMario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games. In the Wii version, Big appears as a VIP Member, and along withBirdo is the only character to give the player a costume as well as 100 Star Points. An unlockable costume forMii characters of Big also appears in the game. He can also sometimes make a cameo fishing off the side of a building inDream Snowboard Cross.[1]
In the DS version of the game, Big appears as one of the characters hosting a mission. He is found inPolastraits, wondering what is the "sign" near him.Amy tries to explain that each mission's details is written there. However, Big still does not understand and Amy had to try out the mission and complete it to make him understand. When she does, he rewards the player with aSpark Luge. The mission Amy has to take isAlpine Skiing GS.
Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games[edit]
Big makes a cameo appearance in the Wiiversion ofMario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games as an unlockable Mii costume.
Big also appears in the Story mode of theNintendo 3DSversion, where he appears inTo the Ruins! looking forFroggy.Omega is launched at Big byMagikoopa's magic, which restores some of Omega's memory.Toad thanks Big, and heads back toLondon withMario,Luigi,Sonic,Tails and Omega. After the group leaves, Big manages to find Froggy and the pair start making their own way to London. Abadge of Big can also be obtained from the badge machine.
Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games[edit]
Big appears in theWii U version ofMario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, where he also appears as an unlockable Mii costume. In this game, players can access the Pousada after talking to Big on Copacabana beach.
Super Smash Bros. series[edit]
Super Smash Bros. Brawl[edit]
InSuper Smash Bros. Brawl, Big appears as asticker.
Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS[edit]
InSuper Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS, he appears as atrophy.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate[edit]
InSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate, Big appears as aspirit.
Profiles and statistics[edit]
Super Smash Bros. series[edit]
Super Smash Bros. Brawl[edit]
| Sticker Big the Cat | ||
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| Artwork from:Sonic Adventure Director's Cut | ||
| Effects inThe Subspace Emissary:Sonic Adventure Director's Cut | ||
| Usable by: Battering Resistance +14 | ||
Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS[edit]
| Trophy Big | ||
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| Game(s):Nintendo 3DS only | ||
| Category: Series Related | ||
| Big the Cat spends most of his days in peace with his best friend, Froggy. But he's no ordinary cat! He enjoys napping, eating, more napping...um... He also likes fishing, which tests his strength. And if Froggy is ever in danger, Big won't even think twice before helping!(American English) | ||
| Big the Cat likes living the quiet life with his best friend Froggy. He might be the biggest fan of catnaps ever, but there's more to him than that! He loves to do a bit of fishing, which takes a lot more strength than you'd think, and woe betide you if you ever mess with Froggy...(British English) | ||
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate[edit]
| Spirit #783 Big the Cat | ||
| Series/game | Sonic the Hedgehog Series |
| Type | Primary | |
| Slots | 2 | |
| Class | Novice | |
| Strength / effect(s) | Neutral Weight ↑ | |
| How to obtain | Spirit Board | |
| Spirit battle | Opponent(s) | GiantIncineroar |
| Conditions | Hazard: Slumber Floor
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| Stage | Windy Hill Zone (Battlefield) | |
| Song | Open Your Heart |
Portrayals[edit]
| Voice Actor | Appearances |
|---|---|
| Jon St. John (English) | Olympic Winter Games (DS) |
| Kyle Hebert (English) | London 2012 (3DS),Rio 2016 (Wii U) |
| Takashi Nagasako (Japanese) | Olympic Winter Games (DS),London 2012 (3DS),Rio 2016 (Wii U) |
| Antoine Nouel (French) | Rio 2016 (Wii U) |
| Andrea De Nisco (Italian) | Rio 2016 (Wii U) |
| Santi Lorenz (Spanish) | Rio 2016 (Wii U) |
Names in other languages[edit]
| Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese | ビッグ・ザ・キャット[?] Biggu za Kyatto | Big the Cat | |
| French | Big the Cat[?] | - | |
| German | Big the Cat[?] | - | |
| Italian | Big the Cat[?] | - | |
| Spanish | Big the Cat[?] | - |
Notes[edit]
- Big the Cat's voice actor,Takashi Nagasako, also voicedDonkey Kong from2004 to2025.
References[edit]
- ^BlazetheCat130 (December 25, 2018).Mario and Sonic at the Winter Olympic Games: Dream Snowboard Cross (Merry Christmas) (1:46).YouTube. Retrieved September 6, 2025.
External links[edit]
- Felines
- Referees
- Third-party characters
- Sonic the Hedgehog series
- Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games characters
- Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games characters
- Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games characters
- Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games characters
- Super Smash Bros. Brawl stickers
- Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS trophies
- Super Smash Bros. Ultimate spirits
