Pokémon Unite: How to surrender a match and quit a match safely explained Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Pokémon Unite: How to surrender a match and quit a match safely explained There's always next time. Guide by Diego Nicolás Argüello Contributor Updated on 30 Aug 2021 Need to retreat? Don't fret, here's our explainer on how to surrender a match and quite a match safely in Pokémon Unite. In Pokémon Unite it's possible to surrender a match to avoid being penalised for exiting a match early. There is a myriad of reasons that can lead to this. Either the match is not going anywhere and you'd rather try again with a different team or pick a different Pokémon altogether, or maybe your Deliveroo order arrived just as you started a new game. For this, the option the surrender a match is key, but there are some details to consider. This page will explain how to surrender a match in Pokémon Unite in order to quit a match safely without being hit with penalties. Watch on YouTube Pokémon Unite now available on Nintendo Switch! How to surrender a match in Poké mon Unite In a similar way to other MOBAs such as the likes of League of Legends, it is possible to surrender a match in Pokémon Unite. First of all, the way to access the option is straightforward enough. While in a match, you have to press the plus (+) button on your Switch, followed by the minus (-) button. In order, this will open the players' list and the settings menu. Pressing + followed by - during matches will take you to the Surrender option. If you look at the bottom of the screen, you will notice the 'surrender' button, alongside a remaining use indicator. When you surrender a match, the majority of your team must vote to surrender as well. If not enough votes are counted, then you'll be able to try again two more times. This has not specific cost in terms of gameplay, but there is a cooldown to consider, which prevents people from spamming it. Vote for Snorlax. Once a match starts you'll have to wait 300 seconds (five minutes) in order to use the surrender option. If it fails to get enough votes, you'll have to wait 90 seconds (a minute and a half) to try again. Need help deciding which Pokémon to choose? Check out our Pokémon Unite tier list and build guides for - Pikachu, Snorlax, Gardevoir, Cinderace, Greninja, Gengar, Blissey, Lucario, Espeon, Delphox, Glaceon, Buzzwole and Absol. You can also learn more about the Ranked system, Fair-Play Points and how to surrender a match. Surrendering a match in Pokémon Unite, as opposed to just exiting or closing the game altogether, is actually a great option to consider. Doing either of these alternatives will impact your Fair-Play points, which can lead to long-lasting consequences. Next time you want to exit a match, proceed with caution! And don't worry, there's always next time. More On Pokémon Unite Pokémon Unite Scyther build, best items and moveset Our recommended Scyther build for Pokémon Unite. Pokémon Unite Tier and Pokémon List, All-Rounder, Attacker, Defender, Speedster and Supporter tier lists explained Which Pokémon should you use in Pokémon Unite? 1 Pokémon Unite Scizor build, best items and moveset Our recommended Scizor build for Pokémon Unite. Pokémon Unite Dodrio build, best items and moveset Our recommended Dodrio build for Pokémon Unite. Latest Articles Digital Foundry Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090: a new level in graphics performance The Digital Foundry video review - and how the new GPU champion delivers for 4K 120fps gaming. Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 4 Feature Evercore Heroes wants to wind people up the right way "There's less rage at them, because they didn't end your fun." Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store