Tips to master all Buzz Lightyear modes in Brawl Stars

Understanding a few key strategies for Buzz Lightyear in Brawl Stars is crucial to master the character. Buzz Lightyear is the game's first free temporary Brawler, available until February 4, 2025. Players often find him confusing because he is the only unit with three different modes, each requiring distinct playstyles.

Mastering all three modes across various maps is essential for becoming a proficient Buzz Lightyear player. This article provides tips so that you can utilize the character better.

Note: This article is subjective and solely reflects the opinions of the writer

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Buzz Lightyear in Brawl Stars: Laser Mode

Buzz Lightyear Laser Mode (Image via Supercell)

Laser Mode is the default mode of Buzz Lightyear in Brawl Stars. Here, Buzz fires a laser that burns and damages enemies over time. His Laser Frenzy Super allows him to shoot a burst of five lasers from left to right, each dealing the same damage as a normal laser. This mode is ideal for long-range maps and suits a marksman playstyle.

Here are some tips for using the Buzz Lightyear in Brawl Stars Laser Mode:

1) Keep your enemies constantly ignited

Since your lasers inflict damage over time, it's best to keep burning enemies continuously. If you enjoy using characters like Crow, you'll find this effect similar to his poison damage over time effect.

Keeping enemies ignited will keep them on their toes while hampering their self-healing capabilities.

2) Move left to right (and vice versa) while shooting your super

When you use the Laser Frenzy Super, the lasers spread out more the farther they travel, similar to Bo’s attacks. Thus, the closer the enemies, the more lasers they will get hit by.

For better accuracy, move from right to left when targeting a single enemy, countering the lasers' left-to-right spread. Alternatively, move from left to right to maximize the laser spread and hit multiple enemies.

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Buzz Lightyear in Brawl Stars: Saber Mode

Buzz Lightyear Saber Mode (Image via Supercell)

Saber Mode is one of Buzz Lightyear's best modes in Brawl Stars. While you lose the ability to fire long-range lasers, you become a melee powerhouse, similar to Bibi, wielding the Laser Saber. Moreover, the character's Super allows him to jump to a specific spot and deal massive damage to nearby enemies.

Here are some tips for maximizing your damage potential as Buzz Lightyear in Saber Mode:

1) Best used in maps with many obstacles

Saber Mode works best on maps with many obstacles like grass and walls. Solo Showdown maps in Brawl Stars, which favor close-range characters, are ideal, as you can maneuver easily and close the distance between yourself and enemies.

2) Try attacking (and using your super) enemies in a group

Since Buzz Lightyear in Brawl Stars swings his Laser Saber in front of him like Bibi, it can hit multiple enemies with every strike if they are all close to you. As such, try to get close to multiple enemies, ideally with a teammate like Poco or Berry, who can heal you.

His Super can also be used to land on multiple enemies, dealing significant damage. Additionally, you can use it to escape or approach enemies.

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Buzz Lightyear in Brawl Stars: Wing Mode

Buzz Lightyear Wing Mode (Image via Supercell)

Wing Mode is one of Buzz Lightyear's weaker modes due to its lower damage output. Here, Buzz fires two laser bullets with each attack, dealing more damage to closer enemies. His Super allows him to fly over enemies in a straight line, dropping bombs along the way, similar to Janet.

Here are some tips for mastering Buzz Lightyear’s Wing Mode:

1) Best used in maps with obstacles and lanes

Similar to Saber Mode, Buzz's bullets in Wing Mode benefits aggressive players who like to get close to enemies and shoot in point-blank range without aiming. This mode is best on maps that favor melee playstyles, especially Duo Showdown maps with straight lanes.

2) Use super to hit multiple enemies and relocate yourself

In Wing Mode, Buzz Lightyear’s Super is akin to Janet’s, but he moves in a straight line and can't fly around.

Try lining up enemies and then positioning yourself behind them to finish them off while their health is low. You can also use your Super to relocate to safety if your health is low.