With the newest update, Breath of Evolution Part 2, Pokemon Unite welcomes new changes to gameplay mechanics overall. Releasing on May 15, 2025, this update features version 1.18.2.7, including balance changes, bug fixes, and item overhauls designed to improve competitive and casual play.With the new Attacker Special Challenge event live, players can gain special rewards while putting their skills to the test. A few Pokemon have received significant changes, and a number of held items have been rebalanced to change the metagame. Let's get into all the details this mid-season patch has in store.Pokemon Unite Breath of Evolution Part 2: Balance updatesChanges have been made to Pokemon stats, moves to adjust the balance of Unite Battles.1) ZacianAbility: Intrepid SwordThe effect that caused extra Aeos energy to drop from KO'd opponents has been removed.Play RoughStun duration: 0.7s → 0.25sPlay Rough+Stun duration: 1s → 0.75sSacred SwordDamage: 25% decreaseZacian had an overwhelming influence from the early to late game due to its high-damage moves enhanced by its ability. To balance this, its energy acquisition, hindrance capabilities, and damage have been reduced overall.2) Alolan RaichuStored PowerBonus damage: 10% decreaseCooldown: 4.5s → 6sAttack speed increase: 50% → 35%Stored Power had strong burst potential due to the synergy between bonus damage and attack speed boost. Its damage and usage frequency have been nerfed.3) GyaradosAbility: RattledEffort Gauge increase: 10% decreaseDragon BreathDamage: 12% decreaseWaterfallDamage: 12% decreaseMagikarp can dominate the lane by evolving into Gyarados early. Currently, it evolves slightly too quickly, so the Effort Gauge gain has been reduced. Gyarados’ main damage moves have also been adjusted to reduce their power.4) ClefableStatsHP: 3300-8000 → 3300-9000Defense: 40-260 → 40-300Special Defense: 30-200 → 30-330Draining KissDamage: 31%–22% decreaseSp. Atk-based healing: 40%–33% increaseMoonlightHealing amount: 5% increaseClefable’s durability and healing have been increased to improve its stability as a supporter, especially in the late game. Draining Kiss has been adjusted to better emphasize its healing utility.5) BlastoiseStatsHP: 3225-9800 → 3225-10300Water SpoutMovement speed reduction: 35% for 1s → 20% for 2sWhen used during Rapid Spin: Now applies movement speed reduction onceHydro PumpWhen used during Rapid Spin: Incapacitation duration: 0.5s → 0.75sBlastoise’s durability and hindrance power have been improved to strengthen its role as a defender in late-game teamfights.6) GarchompBoosted AttackHealing based on damage dealt: 50% increaseDigDefense & Sp. Def buff duration: 3s → 4sCooldown: 8s → 7.5sEarthquakeCooldown: 7s → 6.5sGarchomp’s healing on boosted attacks has been increased to improve its ability to sustain in prolonged fights. The cooldowns of Dig and Earthquake have been shortened to enhance their usability.7) BlazikenFocus BlastMovement speed reduction: 1.5s → 2sUnite Move: Spinning Flame KickShield amount: 5% → 12% of max HPCooldown: 5s → 4.7sBlaziken’s Unite Move has been adjusted to provide greater impact and flexibility when switching battle styles.Also read: Pokemon Unite Breath of Evolution: Release date, balance updates, and morePokemon Unite Breath of Evolution Part 2: Held Item adjustmentsItems that recieved adjustments (Image via The Pokemon Company)1) Accel BracerKO count to max effect: 5 → 10Attack increase per KO: 50% decrease2) Drive LensKO count to max effect: 5 → 10Sp. Atk increase per KO: 50% decrease3) Rocky HelmetCooldown: 2s → 0.6sDamage activation condition: 10% → 3% of HPDamage dealt: 4%/5%/6% → 1.2%/1.5%/1.8% of opponent's max HP4) Shell BellHealing cooldown: 10s → 8sAlso read: Pokemon Unite will introduce two new ItemsPokemon Unite Breath of Evolution Part 2: Bug FixesFixed Alolan Raichu moving during stuns due to Surge SurferResolved issues with Zacian’s Intrepid Sword not charging during Darkrai's UniteCorrected Zacian using another move during enhanced Play RoughFixed Gyarados's Aqua Tail not activating after the second hit of WaterfallAlso read: Pokemon Unite Alolan Raichu: Best moveset, builds, items, and moreThis Breath of Evolution update is improving Pokemon Unite by introducing essential balance adjustments that both casual and competitive gamers feel.By tweaking the power of Pokemon, the behavior of items, and the correction of fundamental bugs, the update helps to establish a more balanced, diverse gameplay landscape.Through regular updates and events such as the Attacker Special Challenge, the game continues to be interesting for long-time players and fresh players.Also read: How to counter Alolan Raichu in Pokemon UniteIf you are interested in other topics related to the game, check out these articles:All Unite First to 500 Aeos Technology, explainedUnite Season 30 Battle Pass: All rewards and pricesPokemon Unite license tier listUnite Solo Queue licenses tier listBest Build for every Unite licenseBest Boost Emblems in the gameHeld Item tier listBattle Item tier list