How many frames do you have to 'tech' in Super Smash Bros Wii U?

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In Super Smash Bros Wii U (or Smash 4), it is a common strategy to 'tech.' This is when you press the shield button right before you hit the ground or wall of the stage, to avoid bouncing back up or just laying there.

In order to execute a tech correctly, you must time your button input correctly. There is a small window right before your character hits the stage that you can press the shield button. Does anyone know the length of this period, in frames?






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How do you tek in Smash Bros?

The Two Frame Punish is a mechanic and technique in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U, in which an edge-guarder's attack is timed in order to punish the opponent on the two frames of vulnerability that occur at the beginning of a ledge grab animation.

What is a 2 frame in Smash?

Spikes against grounded opponents can no longer be teched in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.



How many frames a second do you need?




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