Best Mega Mewtwo X counters in Pokemon Unite

Knowing the best counters for Mega Mewtwo X might be helpful when facing it in Pokemon Unite. It debuted with the 2nd Anniversary update, which includes various additions, including Panic Parade. The Mewtwo's Crystal Cave Challenge is a special quest where completing specific missions grants rewards. These Tile Missions must be completed by Tuesday, August 15, at 4:59 PM PDT to obtain Cave Coins.

In addition to obtaining coins, trainers can use them to exchange for Mewtwo X's license in the Exchange Shop. Learning a few counters is critical since players will inevitably encounter its Mega Evolution.

Pokemon Unite: Mega Mewtwo X counters

Reach Level 5 to Evolve (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Only some Pokemon are capable of counter-attacking Mega Mewtwo X in Pokemon Unite. Before going into the topic, you must know the difference between the special attacker Mewtwo and its physical attacking form. Once this Psychic-type monster reaches level 5, it can evolve into Mega Mewtwo X.

Mewtwo's strategy revolves around building its Mega gauge power through basic attacks to unleash its formidable Mega form. However, this transformation is temporary and lasts briefly before reverting to its Normal state. Precise timing and swift action are crucial for players seeking to seize the opportunity to defeat Mega Mewtwo X.

Here is the list of Mega Mewtwo X Counters in Pokemon Unite

Tyranitar: Level 9 and above
Hoppa: Level 12 and above
Gengar: Level 11 and above

Pokemon that can counter Mega Mewtwo X in Pokemon Unite

1) Tryanitar

Mega Mewtwo x and Tyarnitar Stats Comparison (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Mega Mewtwo X Level 5	Stats	Tyranitar Level 9	Stats
HP	4209	HP	5161
Attack	246	Attack	279
Defense	146	Defense	249
Sp. Attack	35	Sp. Attack	56
Sp. Defense	132	Sp. Defense	187
Critical Hit-Rate	10%	Critical Hit-Rate	20%
CD Reduction	0%	CD Reduction	0%
Lifesteal	10%	Lifesteal	10%

The table demonstrates that trainers' level 5 Mega Mewtwo X can be countered by opponents' level 9 Tyranitar. Tyranitar excels at HP, Attack, Defense, Sp. Attack and Defense, and Critical Hit-Rate, whereas their Lifesteal ties at 10%. But when players evolve this Rock and Dark-type pocket monster, it will compensate for the loss.

2) Hoopa

Mega Mewtwo X and Hoopa Stats Comparison (Image via The Pokemon Company)

Mega Mewtwo X Level 5	Stats	Hoopa Level 12	Stats
HP	4209	HP	6335
Attack	246	Attack	249
Defense	146	Defense	222
Sp. Attack	35	Sp. Attack	423
Sp. Defense	132	Sp. Defense	149
Critical Hit-Rate	10%	Critical Hit-Rate	0%
CD Reduction	0%	CD Reduction	10%
Lifesteal	10%	Lifesteal	0%

As seen in the table, level 10 Hoopa has a higher chance of beating level 5 Mega Mewtwo X. It excels in almost every power category except for Lifesteal and Critical Hit-Rate. But the overall power is enough to land critical hit to Mega Mewtwo X.

3) Gengar

Mega Mewtwo X and Gengar Stats Comparison (Image Via The Pokemon Company)

Mega Mewtwo X Level 5	Stats	Gengar Level 11	Stats
HP	4209	HP	5414
Attack	246	Attack	270
Defense	146	Defense	161
Sp. Attack	35	Sp. Attack	383
Sp. Defense	132	Sp. Defense	117
Critical Hit-rate	10%	Critical Hit-rate	0%
CD Reduction	0%	CD Reduction	15%
Lifesteal	10%	Lifesteal	0%

The power-comparing table illustrates level 11 Gengar can damage level 5 Mega Mewtwo X. The Dark-type Pokemon surpasses Mega Mewtwo X when their stats are compared.

On the left side of the table, one can see, from Sp. Attack to Lifesteal power stats, Mewtwo holds its ground. Conversely, on the right side, from HP to Sp. Attack, Gengar surpasses it.

Edited by Anirudh Padmanabhan