Everything to know about Psyduck in Pokemon Unite

Psyduck, one of the most beloved characters in the series, is finally coming to Pokemon Unite. Set to release on November 14, 2024, Psyduck will be the latest addition to the game’s supporter role — one that many fans have been eagerly awaiting. Known for its comical confusion and unpredictability, Psyduck is now bringing its unique skillset to Aeos Island. Here is an overview of everything you need to know about this quirky new supporter.

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Psyduck in Pokemon Unite basics: Role and playstyle

Psyduck as seen in its official teaser video (Image via The Pokemon Company)

In Pokemon Unite, Psyduck is classified as a ranged supporter with a novice difficulty level. Despite this lower difficulty, Psyduck has a move set that’s surprisingly complex and versatile.

Its main role is to provide crowd control, debuff enemies, and offer significant disruption to opponents during fights.

Unlike other Pokemon, Psyduck’s basic attack remains a standard, water-based projectile without any boosted versions. As a supporter, Psyduck relies heavily on its abilities to assist allies rather than deal direct damage.

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Psyduck’s passive ability in Pokemon Unite: Swift Swim

Psyduck has a unique collection of moves and skills (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Psyduck’s unique passive ability, Swift Swim, activates when Psyduck or its nearby allies take damage from enemy Pokemon (though damage from wild Pokemon does not count), unleashing a strong mysterious psychic energy hitting everyone in an area (making Psyduck enter Mysterious Power mode).

When this occurs, Psyduck becomes invincible for a brief moment, dealing a small amount of damage to enemies in range while also enhancing its own moves. All moves receive a reduced cooldown and additional effects in this state, making Psyduck a force to be reckoned with.

However, there’s a brief period after Swift Swim activates where Psyduck cannot attack, making timing essential. Players will want to activate this ability at the right moment to maximize its impact without leaving themselves vulnerable.

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Psyduck in Pokemon Unite: All moves

Upon reaching higher levels, Psyduck gains access to a wide array of moves designed to control the battlefield, debilitate enemies, and enhance team strategies. Here is a breakdown of these core moves:

Level 1-2 Moves+

• Confusion: This move deals moderate damage to opponents while applying a brief stun effect. It can pass through multiple targets, making it great for temporarily locking down several enemies in tight formations.
• Tail Whip: A sure-hit move that decreases the special defense of an enemy, allowing Psyduck’s teammates to deal more damage. When Swift Swim is active, the defense reduction effect is even more significant, providing a valuable debuff against strong opponents.

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Psyduck's level 4 move choices

At level 4, players can choose between Bubble Beam or Surf.

• Bubble Beam: This move sends bubbles toward enemies in a straight line, leaving them marked. When allies or Psyduck attacks these bubbles, they burst, slowing the target and dealing additional damage. During Swift Swim mode, Bubble Beam deals even more damage, and at level 11, the final bubble burst stuns enemies briefly, making it highly effective in team fights.
• Surf: Psyduck rides a wave, damaging enemies and moving with the wave’s path. While surfing, Psyduck can use other abilities, making it a dynamic move for repositioning in fights. When enhanced by Swift Swim, Surf sends out two waves instead of one, increasing damage output. At level 11, enemies hit by Surf deal reduced damage, further protecting Psyduck’s allies.

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Psyduck's level 6 move choices

At level 6, players choose between Psychic or Disable.

• Psychic: This move generates a zone around Psyduck, damaging enemies within it. The enemy closest to the zone’s center is “targeted,” allowing Psyduck to briefly control their movement, pulling them toward or away from allies. During Swift Swim, this ability also adds a second stun effect, perfect for controlling enemies in clutch moments. The upgraded version at level 13 reduces the special defense of hit targets, enhancing the damage potential for special attackers on Psyduck’s team.
• Disable: This move sends a stun to the target that bounces between enemies, increasing the cooldown of their last-used abilities. When enhanced by Swift Swim, Disable bounces even more times, ensuring continuous disruption. At level 13, Disable lingers longer, which can make it challenging for enemies to maintain their skills, giving Psyduck’s team a big advantage in extended battles.

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Psyduck's Unite Move: Full-Power Psy-ay-ay

Psyduck’s Unite Move, Full-Power Psy-ay-ay, creates a massive area of effect around it, hitting enemies multiple times and charging the Swift Swim gauge by 50%. This makes it a powerful setup for entering Mysterious Power mode, giving Psyduck the chance to disrupt and control opponents in team fights.

Using this Unite Move at the right time can often be the difference between winning and losing a close battle, especially when combined with moves like Psychic or Surf.

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Psyduck’s role and impact in the game

With an array of abilities that offer crowd control, debuffs, and disruption, Psyduck’s addition to Pokemon Unite is a game-changer for support roles. It brings a new level of control to fights, particularly with its ability to influence enemy positioning through Psychic and disable key moves through Disable.

Psyduck’s low-damage basic attack keeps it from stealing the spotlight, ensuring it works best alongside high-damage allies like Cinderace or Venusaur who can capitalize on Psyduck’s debuffs.

Psyduck’s move set makes it a fun yet challenging supporter for players who enjoy managing battlefield control and helping allies thrive in battle. Its combination of crowd control, debuffs, and limited but effective self-sustain makes it a unique addition to Pokemon Unite’s roster.

Psyduck may lack direct attack power, but its disruptive capabilities more than make up for it, giving experienced players a highly strategic support option. If you are a fan of supportive, crowd-controlling characters, Psyduck will be a delightful addition to your roster.

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