10 Pokemon Unite Groudon Map Guide That You Need to Know!

The Groudon map in Pokémon Unite has shaken up the game in a big way. From new wild Pokémon spawns to major changes in objectives and scoring, it feels like an entirely new experience. After grinding many hours on this map, here are the biggest tips, strategies, and things I wish I had known before diving in. Check out Empoleon Pokemon Unite that also comes with the map.

1. Don’t Be Too Hard on Yourself (or Your Team)

This is a brand-new map, and everyone is still learning. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, it will take time to adjust to new spawn timers, farm locations, and objectives. Give yourself some room to make mistakes as you adapt to the new flow.

2. Understanding Spawn Timers in Lanes

The top and bottom paths have way more contestable wild Pokémon now.

• Top Lane: Early Bunnelby and Natu spawns create high-pressure fights. Safe farm exists closer to your goal, but the middle of the lane is often heavily contested.
• Bottom Lane: Similar setup, but with Indeedee and Baltoy spawns creating key XP points. Winning these fights gives your lane a major advantage.

The takeaway: secure Pokémon with good last-hit abilities are more valuable than ever.

3. Jungle Pathing Matters More Now

Junglers need to clear camps fast and rotate early. A speedy clear lets you show up to lane fights at crucial spawns (like Natu or Bunnelby) and help secure experience for your team. Speedsters and high-clear Pokémon shine on this map.

4. Reggie Drago Changes the Midgame

Reggie Drago spawns at 8:00 and is a huge objective. Defeating it grants team XP and a scoring buff that lets you score at double speed for 60 seconds. Unlike Rayquaza, Reggie Drago’s HP doesn’t reset if you leash it, meaning every bit of damage sticks.

Tip: Don’t always chase it blindly. Sometimes it’s better to use that moment to push goals and score instead of forcing a losing fight.

5. Scoring is Different Now

The new goal HP values (like 120 points for bottom Tier 2 goals) mean full-pocket scores don’t always break goals anymore. Scoring is also more important throughout the game, not just at the end. Secure leads early by chipping away at enemy goals when possible.

6. Groudon Replaces Rayquaza – And It’s Tougher

Groudon spawns at 2:00, but unlike Rayquaza, the buff works differently:

• You still get a shield.
• The buff increases your damage by 50%.
• The buff transfers to the enemy if you get KO’d.
• Scoring is not uninterruptible—you can still be stopped by stuns or damage.

This makes the Groudon fight way riskier. Losing the buff to your opponents can flip a game instantly.

7. Endgame Strategy is More Dynamic

Because scoring isn’t free with the Groudon buff, defenders and disruptors have more impact than ever. A well-timed Trevenant or Snorlax can deny huge scores even against buffed enemies. On the flip side, speedsters and strong damage dealers can carry games if they secure Groudon and live long enough to score.

8. Lane Matchups and Secure Matter More

Winning lane snowballs harder now. A team that loses lane often falls behind in XP, objectives, and farm. Pick Pokémon with strong early secure tools (like Slowbro or Espeon) to give your team the best chance of controlling the flow of the game.

9. Don’t Surrender Too Early

Just because the enemy secures Groudon doesn’t mean the game is over. Since the buff can be stolen by KO’ing buffed opponents, comebacks are more common. If your team holds strong defensively and picks off a few enemies, you can flip the game back in your favor.

10. AFK Detection is Stricter Now

Unite’s AFK system is more sensitive. Standing still in bushes or waiting too long on jump pads can sometimes trigger idle detection. Move around occasionally to avoid losing fair play points.

The Groudon map feels faster, riskier, and more dynamic than anything we’ve had before in Pokémon Unite. Early lane fights, strong jungle rotations, and objective control all matter more than ever. Winning your lane and building a score lead before Groudon spawns often decides the outcome.

If you’re struggling right now, that’s normal—everyone is still figuring out the meta. Keep practicing, learn spawn timings, and adjust your strategy. With the right approach, this map can feel like one of the most exciting additions to the game yet.