Pokemon Unite Metagross Best Moveset, Held Items & Counter

Master Metagross in Pokemon Unite with our guide. Learn the best moveset, held items, and effective counters to dominate the battlefield.

Metagross is a powerful All-Rounder in Pokemon Unite, capable of holding its own in both top and bottom lanes. This steel-type Pokemon evolves from Beldum at level 5 to Metang, and finally to Metagross at level 9.

With its ability to generate shields and deal substantial damage, Metagross can be a formidable presence on the battlefield when played correctly.

Metagross Movesets in Pokemon Unite

Ability	Description
Clear Body (Passive)	Reduces hindrance effect duration when enemy Pokemon are nearby. More enemies means greater reduction.
Standard Attack	Every third attack becomes a boosted attack with increased area. Hitting enemies with boosted attacks reduces cooldown of certain moves.
Iron Defense	Grants a shield and turns next basic attack into a boosted attack.
Tackle	Scans for enemies in front, then charges toward them, dealing damage.
Meteor Mash	Charges power in fist, dealing area damage and granting a shield. Next basic attack becomes a powerful punch.
Gyro Ball	Spins rapidly, damaging nearby enemies. Hitting with outer edge grants a shield.
Zen Headbutt	Fires a psychic wave, then charges at hit enemies, dealing damage and throwing them.
Magnet Rise	Levitates for a time, increasing movement speed. Falling forcefully damages and throws nearby enemies.
Compute and Crush (Unite Move)	Analyzes nearby enemies, granting a shield. Lunges at lowest HP enemy, dealing damage. Can create a wall around self if multiple enemies are analyzed.

Best Moveset for Metagross in Pokemon Unite

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Build Path 1: Meteor Mash + Magnet Rise

Gyro Ball	Magnet Rise

Held Items	Battle Item
Muscle Band	Eject Button
Razor Claw
Attack Weight

Build Path 2: Meteor Mash + Zen Headbutt

Meteor Mash	Zen Headbutt

Held Items	Battle Item
Muscle Band	Eject Button
Weakness Policy
Attack Weight

Metagross Counters in Pokemon Unite

Mega Mewtwo Y	Umbreon

These Pokemon can effectively counter Metagross due to their ability to shred through shields, disable Metagross, or steal its shields.

Summary Table

	Details
Role	All-Rounder
Lane	Top, Bottom
Current Tier	A
Difficulty	Intermediate
Evolves	Beldum (Lv. 1) → Metang (Lv. 5) → Metagross (Lv. 9)
Best Battle Item	Eject Button

FAQ

• What is the best Moveset on Metagross?
  • The best moveset for Metagross typically involves Meteor Mash or Gyro Ball paired with Magnet Rise.
• Is Metagross good in Pokemon Unite?
  • Yes, Metagross is a solid All-Rounder in Pokemon Unite. Its ability to generate shields and deal significant damage makes it effective in both offensive and defensive roles.