King Dedede Hero Matchups and Tips

King Dedede

A Tier

King Dedede excels at controlling space with his Gordo Throw, which can limit opponents' options, especially when they are offstage or in the air. His Inhale serves as a powerful mix-up, allowing him to punish aggressive aerial approaches and also turn enemy projectiles against them. While his Super Dedede Jump provides great recovery, he struggles against fast-paced characters that can outmaneuver him and exploit his slower speed. Be cautious of opponents with strong edge-guarding abilities, as Dedede can be vulnerable when trying to return to the stage.

King Dedede's Counter Picks

King Dedede is Strong Against

King Dedede is Weak Against

Tips for King Dedede

  • My father used to beat me. Every day.
  • Use gordo in neutral, it definitely works.
  • jet hammer can 2frame since it hits under the ledge
  • use gordos to limit your opponents options when they are in the air or offstage
  • You can Inhale or time your Side-B against deflected Gordos to throw them back at the opponent

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