Pokemon Unitehas built up a solid following of casual and hardcore players over its first few months.Pokemon Unitehas taken a unique approach to the MOBA genre, offering something for both sets of fans, and like with other MOBAs hardcore players can gauge the game’s meta. Being able to analyze which characters are performing well can help build the best teams inPokemon Unite.
However, the game consistently introducing new Pokemon means the meta can shift a couple of times a month. Some Pokemon might release and be too strong, while others need a buff. December did the former with boththe Gen 7 PokemonTsareena and Gen 1’s Dragonite coming in as strong options for players at every skill level. As a result, the meta forPokemon Unitegoing into January 2022 has changed, with players valuing different picks for ranked matches.
RELATED:Gamer Builds Impressive Pokemon Starter-Themed Gaming PC
S-Tier Pokemon
The current meta forPokemon Unitehas begun to focus on survivability, rather than the previous meta that focused on bursting down opponents. This has seen shifts as Pokemon like Zeraora dropping in usage, meanwhile other strong options like Talonflame are becoming increasingly common. There are others like Eldegoss who excels as a support option. A standout option for S-tier Pokemon isSnorlax, who despite not having the best damage is a great option for denying enemies the opportunity to score with a surplus of health.
A-Tier Pokemon
Most A-tier Pokemon inPokemon Unitefollow the same premise as S-tier. While they lag in a couple of ways, they’re still some of the best options and offer a lot for those players focused on raising their rank.
RELATED:Pokemon Fans Share Interesting Facts About the Creatures' Names
B-Tier Pokemon
As the middle of the pack, B-tier Pokemon still have usefulness, but recent changes in the meta mean they’re less effective. For former favorites likeZeraora, this comes from a lack of health, but characters like Sylveon just struggle to keep up in team fights.
RELATED:New Pokemon Snap Director Details Game’s Origins
C-Tier Pokemon
The C-tier forPokemon Unitemight be its most conflicting area. Here Pokemon likeAlolan Ninetalesare lethal in the right hands, but the niches they fill are too difficult for many players, preventing them from being meta-defining. There are some with great upward mobility potential, and given the current state ofPokemon Unite, it might just take time as players get comfortable with what January will be like.
D-Tier Pokemon
The lowest tier options inPokemon Unitestruggle to find solid footing in the current meta. Every Pokemon in D-tier has potentia,l but their kit feels like it’s lacking something. While Gardevoir might be one ofthe most popular picks inPokemon Unite, it tends to be outclassed in most situations, something that rings true for others ranked this low.
Overall seeing a favorite Pokemon ranked low can be discouraging, but one ofPokemon Unite’s most redeeming qualities is how quickly the meta can shift. With the consistent release schedule of new Pokemon, by the timethe Agent of Disaster battle passends and a new season starts these rankings could easily change.
Pokemon Uniteis available now on Android, iOS, and Nintendo Switch.
