First to 500 is a new game mode introduced on February 27, 2025 in Pokemon UNITE. Read on to learn the mechanics of First to 500, how to play First to 500, and more!

First to 500 Mechanics

Race to 500 Points

As the name of the game mode suggests, the first team to score 500 points will win the match.

Aeos Technology System

Aeos technology is a system exclusive to First to 500 game mode. At the start of battle, players will be able to select one of three (3) random pieces of Aeos technology, and they'll do so again when their team scores a total of 50, 100, 200, and 350 points.

Aeos technologies grants Pokemon special effects that heavily impact the match's outcome.

Aeos Techonogies Available from the Start

Aeos Technology	Description
Goal Leveler	Level up immediately and whenever you score. (60s cooldown)
Speed KOs	Basic attacks immediately KO wild Pokemon, granting +100% Exp. Points. (45s cooldown)
KO Leveler	Level up immediately and whenever you defeat an opposing Pokemon. (30s cooldown)
Solo Exp. Points Up	+60% Exp. Points for defeating wild Pokemon solo.
Passive Exp. Points Up	+100% passive Exp. Points. +200% if lowest level on team.
Shared Growth	+50% passive Exp. Points for defeating wild Pokemon with an ally.

Aeos Techonogies at 50 Team Points

Aeos Technology	Description
Energy Thief	Basic attacks steal 20% of opponents' Aeos energy. (10s cooldown)
Full Energy	Immediately max out held Aeos energy.
Aeos Energy Aid	Wild Pokemon drop +0% Aeos energy if you have none.
Energy Magnet	Collect Aeos energy from farther away and +100% more off the ground.
Aeos Energy Up	+100% Aeos energy for defeating wild Pokemon.
Energy Generator	+2 Aeos energy every 10s. +4 every 10s if have less than 20.
Energy Refill	Score within 30s of KOing an opponent to regain the scored Aeos energy.
Energy Insurance	Lose no Aeos energy when knocked out

Aeos Techonogies at 100 Team Points

Aeos Technology	Description
Map Sprinter	Move 40% faster when leaving combat.
Hindrance Canceler	Lose all hindrances every 10s and become unstoppable for 1s.
Goalkeeper	Shield effects in ally goal zones are 50% stronger.
Cooldown Cooler	Move cooldowns -10%. Each time you score, -5% more (max -25%).
Battle Item Stock	Stock 2 battle item uses.
Extended Auras	Auras from defeating wild Pokemon last longer and aren't lost when knocked out.
Battle Recovery	100% of max HP restored for defeating wild Pokemon.
True Sight	Field of vision widens. Stealthed opponents are visible every 10s.
Energy Shield	For every 1 Aeos energy you collect, gain a shield effect of 1% max HP (max 35%).
Energy Clash	+25% damage to opponents that have less energy than you.

Aeos Techonogies at 200 Team Points

Aeos Technology	Description
Insta-goal	Score the next goal instantly.
Goal Posted	While scoring, take -25% damage, and attacks don't interrupt.
Speedy Scorer	Score 100% faster.
Energy Capacity	Hold up to 100% more Aeos energy.
Double Points	Score double points with the next goal.

Aeos Techonogies at 350 Team Points

Aeos Technology	Description
Emergency Recovery	Recover HP when low. (60s cooldown)
Turbo Unite Move	Unite Move instantly charges by 50% and can charge 100% extra.
Full-Power Boost	Deal +50% damage when HP is over 90%.
Damage Reduction	Take -10% damage, plus -5% for each nearby opponent.
HP Recovery Field	You and nearby ally with lowest HP recover 4% HP.

How to Play First to 500

Focus on Scoring

Just as with a normal match, players should focus more on scoring throughout the game instead to knocking out opponents since the goal of the game mode is to score 500 points first.

Moreover, focusing on scoring allows players to unlock more Aeos technologies for their team, which could further establish their lead or give them a chance to turn the tides of the match.

However, knocking out opponents is still an effective strategy in winning matches as it allows players to easily score points.

Keep Taking Rotoms

The most effective strategy in First to 500 is to keep taking Rotoms that spawn around the map. Doing so allows players to pressure their opponents by forcing them to defend their goal zones from Rotom.

In the event that Rotom successfully breaks an enemy goal zone, players should take advantage of the effect and score as many points as possible while the effect lasts.

Also Spawns on Destroyed Goal Zones

One important thing to note is that Rotoms will also spawn on destroyed goal zones, so it's also crucial for players to destroy their opponents' goal zones while also defending their own.

Choose an Aeos Techonology Carefully

Choosing the proper Aeos technologies for the Pokemon and the situation can also have an impact on the game's outcomes. There are Aeos technologies that can further push a winning team's aggression and lead or help the losing team turn the tides of the battle.

Learn Each of Them First

It's best to read and understand each Aeos technology first before joining a match, allowing the players to carefully plan which ones they'll take during the game. They can be seen in the Battle Guide screen under the Aeos Technology tab.

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