Smogon Reveals Competitive Pokémon Usage Statistics for February 2020
The latest competitive Pokémon usage statistics for February 2020 have been unveiled by Smogon, providing valuable insights for trainers and fans. Smogon, a prominent authority in the Pokémon competitive scene, gathers and analyzes data from thousands of battles to determine the popularity and effectiveness of Pokémon in various tiers of competitive play.
In the OverUsed (OU) tier, Dragapult continues to dominate as the most utilized Pokémon with a staggering 60.58% usage rate. It is followed closely by Excadrill at 42.64% and Clefable at 42.61%. These Pokémon possess powerful moves and versatile strategies, making them favorites among trainers.
Meanwhile, Galarian Darmanitan proves to be a formidable force in the Ubers tier, boasting an impressive 69.53% usage rate. With access to powerful moves like Icicle Crash and Flare Blitz, it remains a force to be reckoned with. Additionally, Zeraora and Magearna prove to be popular choices in this tier, with usage rates of 48.70% and 39.14% respectively.
The latest statistics also shed light on the popularity of Pokémon in the other tiers. In the UnderUsed (UU) tier, the top three most utilized Pokémon are Gengar with 34.05%, Corviknight with 31.98%, and Clefable with 30.42%. These Pokémon showcase their effectiveness in battles within their respective tier.
Furthermore, players looking to excel in the RarelyUsed (RU) tier should keep an eye on the usage rates of Hatterene at 51.46%, Salamence at 45.23%, and Mandibuzz at 33.19%. These Pokémon offer strategic advantages and can potentially turn the tide of battle in their favor.
In the NeverUsed (NU) tier, popular choices include Heliolisk with 29.57%, Silvally at 27.96%, and Drapion at 27.88%. These Pokémon have proven their worth in battles within this tier and should not be underestimated.
Finally, the Little Cup tier sees Misdreavous leading the pack with 40.37% usage, followed by Vullaby at 33.91%, and Chinchou at 29.05%. Trainers interested in competing in this tier should consider building their team around these Pokémon.
These usage statistics offer valuable insights into the metagame and the current trends within the competitive Pokémon community. Trainers can use this data to make informed decisions when selecting their team and strategies. Stay tuned for future updates as the metagame continues to evolve.