Duck Hunt (SSBU): Difference between revisions

Aside from glitch fixes, Duck Hunt have received a mix of buffs and nerfs from game updates. Version 2.0.0 made Trick shot more safe to use, but also made Clay shooting less safe to use, forcing players to prioritize Trick shot in zoning. Version 3.0.0 impacted Duck Hunt more than a majority of the roster with its universal shield damage nerf to projectiles. However, this does somewhat help Duck Hunt by Duck Hunt avoiding the can by shielding against it being safer. Wild Gunman also hits targets more effectively. Version 3.1.0 up aerial more consistent, allowing kills off the top blast zone be more effective. Version 7.0.0 gave Duck Hunt the near-universal shield size increase and made Neutral attack more consistent. Version 8.0.0 made teching slightly worse as a homogenization effort. Version 10.1.0 made Forward Smash connect more consistently, significantly increasing its KO potential.

Overall, Duck Hunt fairs slightly worse than at launch. While its buffs were good quality of life adjustments, its nerfs were more impactful due to its playstyle relying on projectiles and traps. This caused the already small competitive base of Duck Hunt mains to struggle even more.