Description
Evading is a crucial defensive technique in fighting games that allows players to dodge incoming attacks from their opponents. This can include sidestepping, rolling, or using specific moves designed to avoid damage. Mastering the art of evasion can give players a significant advantage, as it enables them to escape dangerous situations, create openings for counterattacks, and manage the distance between themselves and their opponent. Unlike blocking, which absorbs the impact of an attack, evading completely avoids the hit, often leaving the opponent temporarily vulnerable. Different games have varying mechanics for evasion, such as Tekken's sidestep system or the dodge rolls in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Effective evasion requires good timing, spatial awareness, and a deep understanding of the game's mechanics and character matchups.
Examples
- In Tekken 7, players can use sidesteps to evade linear attacks, allowing them to circle around their opponent and potentially punish them with a counterattack.
- In Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, characters can perform dodge rolls to quickly move out of the way of an incoming attack, giving them a moment to reposition or launch a counterattack.
Additional Information
- Evading not only avoids damage but can also create strategic advantages by disrupting the opponent's rhythm.
- Some characters have unique evasion moves that can only be used in specific situations, adding another layer of strategy to the gameplay.