U-turn

Bug

Deals damage, then switches the user out.

Technical data

Type
Bug
Category
physical
Power
70
Accuracy
100
PP
20
Priority
0
Target
adjacent
Contact
Yes
Spread
No
Protect blocks
Yes
Wide Guard blocks
No

Competitive value

Momentum move that preserves positioning while chipping foes.

VGC interactions

  • Protect / Detect: blocks this move.
  • Wide Guard: does not block this move.
  • Follow Me / Rage Powder: spread moves are not redirected.
  • Quick Guard: no effect (non-priority).

Frequently asked questions

＋Is U-turn good in VGC?

Momentum move that preserves positioning while chipping foes.

＋Is U-turn affected by Protect?

Yes, U-turn is blocked by Protect and Detect.

ⓘAll figures are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee competitive results. Matchups are situational.