The remarkable success of Megabonk has illuminated the potential of the bullet hell/heaven sub-genre, famously kickstarted by Vampire Survivors. As a result, a slew of games inspired by this phenomenon have emerged, and among them, Ball X Pit stands out as the latest major contender capturing attention. My enthusiasm for the game has been profound, consuming not just my leisure hours but virtually every minute of my day.
I’ve dedicated extensive time to perfecting my runs, experimenting with various character synergies, and honing strategies to survive on the brink of annihilation. Of utmost importance has been my analysis of the game’s top evolutions—those power-ups that arise from combining fully upgraded abilities into formidable forms. However, it’s noteworthy that not all evolutions are created equal, thus we present our ranking of the most effective options that can yield strategic advantages when utilized smartly.
It’s essential to understand that while every evolution and ability has situational merits, our focus here lies on those that offer consistent damage per second (DPS), superior crowd control, and overall effectiveness. Expect a touch of personal bias in these rankings, as my experiences undoubtedly shape my preferences.
10 Assassin
The Death Dealer
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Combination(s) |
Dark x Iron |
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Ghost x Iron |
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Description |
Penetrates enemies from the front and delivers a backstab bonus of 30% damage. |
While opinions may vary regarding the Assassin’s efficacy, I stand firmly in its corner. It proves particularly advantageous for specific characters like The Shade, The Tactician, and The Embedded, allowing for dynamic gameplay. This evolution’s unique ability to navigate behind enemy lines—and subsequently bounce back—enables synergy with damage-enhancing passives, thereby amplifying overall damage output.
This effective strategy not only keeps enemies at bay but offers consistent field clearing, evidencing that skilled players can truly harness the power of this evolution. If you identify as a strategic assassin, this upgrade is a statement of your prowess.
9 Inferno
Relight My Fire
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Combination(s) |
Fire x Wind |
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Description |
Inflicts one stack of burn per second to all enemies within a two-tile radius for six seconds, causing 3-7 damage per stack each second. |
If damage output remains your primary focus in Ball X Pit, then fire-related evolutions, such as Inferno, are paramount. Although it might seem straightforward, this capability delivers substantial burn damage to surrounding foes, establishing itself as a reliable and effective option.
Despite the limited six-second burn duration for stacking effects, its strength often compensates for this downside. My consistent experience has revealed that Inferno maintains impressive DPS across various builds, making it an adaptable option for any stage or encounter.
8 Blizzard
Chill Out
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Combination(s) |
Ice x Wind |
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Ice x Lightning |
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Description |
Freezes enemies within a two-tile radius for 0.8 seconds, inflicting 1-50 damage. |
Blizzard may not always top the charts for sheer DPS unless strategically enhanced with freeze-related items, but I hold a particular fondness for this evolution due to its unparalleled crowd control potential. The substantial area of effect allows for freezing multiple enemies, effectively stalling their advance.
If you can reach the boss battle after deploying this evolution, victory often seems assured. Thus, for players seeking to manage large groups of enemies, Blizzard remains a crucial choice.
7 Spider Queen
A Friend Of Aragog
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Combination(s) |
Egg Sac x Brood Mother |
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Description |
Each hit has a 25% chance to produce an Egg Sac. |
Incorporating the Spider Queen evolution can be invaluable if you manage a plethora of balls during gameplay. This evolution synergizes well with passives enhancing damage for baby balls, as the queen produces multiple egg sacs on each hit, triggering further attacks against foes.
These sacs not only multiply into baby balls upon explosion but also can deal substantial damage upon impact, establishing the Spider Queen as both a facilitator and a damage generator. Prioritize leveling this evolution as its true power can significantly shift the tide in your favor.
6 Mosquito King
Can’t Swat The King
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Combination(s) |
Vampire x Brood Mother |
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Description |
Generates a Mosquito upon each enemy hit, which attacks randomly, dealing 80-120 damage. Killing an enemy with a Mosquito restores 1HP. |
For players looking for a sustainable build, the Mosquito King evolution truly excels, especially when built around thoughtfully. Whenever a Mosquito secures a kill, players replenish health, making it a powerful evolution for survivability.
The evolution’s random target selection could be seen as a drawback, but the trade-off of healing alongside respectable damage makes the Mosquito King a worthwhile upgrade.
5 Phantom
Gonna Catch ‘Em All
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Combination(s) |
Dark x Ghost |
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Description |
Curses enemies upon hitting, dealing 100-200 damage after five hits. |
The Phantom evolution excels at traversing groups of enemies, effortlessly passing through them to enact significant damage. Hitting numerous enemies simultaneously with a status effect is where Phantom shines, eliminating the need for luck-based mechanics.
By employing Phantom alongside the Voodoo Doll passive, players can secure an increased chance for instant kills, enhancing its ferocity. To maximize this evolution, building with numerous baby balls is advantageous, facilitating the hits needed to activate its curse effect efficiently.
4 Magma
Too Hot To Handle
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Combination(s) |
Fire x Earthquake |
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Description |
Casts Lava Blobs that harm enemies for 15-30 damage and apply burn stacks (max 3) lasting for 3 seconds, causing 3-8 damage per stack per second. |
For sheer damage potential, the Magma upgrade is exceptional, combining elements of Earthquake and Flame into one powerful evolution. Upon impacting, it creates lava blobs that deliver consistent area damage while controlling the battlefield.
Its ability to inflict damage and crowd control makes it a vital choice against swarms of enemies, as well as providing reliable power against mini-bosses and main bosses alike.
3 Sandstorm
Darude Intensifies
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Combination(s) |
Earthquake x Wind |
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Description |
Pierces through enemies and enveloped by a sandstorm that inflicts 10-20 damage per second while blinding enemies for 3 seconds. |
For its versatility and outstanding performance, the Sandstorm evolution truly shines in Ball X Pit. Its ability to deliver consistent high DPS requires no additional development on the player’s part, effortlessly cutting through foes while blinding them.
Leveraging this evolution alongside passives like Silver Blindfold and Deadeye’s Amulet can heighten its effectiveness, positioning players well to tackle challenges that arise.
2 Holy Laser
A Blessing From The Gods
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Combination(s) |
Laser (Vertical) x Laser (Horizontal) |
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Description |
Inflicts 24-36 damage on all enemies in line with its row and column of fire. |
It’s evident why Holy Laser ranks so high within our listings, as the synergy of Horizontal and Vertical Laser delivers incredible damage potential. With this evolution, players can unleash powerful attacks without the need for precise aiming, honing in on enemy clusters effortlessly.
This combination wreaks havoc across enemy lines, allowing players to focus on their broader strategic efforts while effectively clearing threats.
1 Sun
Praise The Sun
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Combination(s) |
Fire x Light |
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Description |
Blinds enemies in view and applies one stack of burn every second (up to five stacks).Burn lasts 6 seconds, dealing 6-12 damage per stack per second. |
While individual preferences may vary regarding the best evolution, I am convinced that nothing compares to the consistent performance of the Sun. This remarkable combination of fire and light enables players to generate formidable DPS while simultaneously blinding enemies, allowing for exceptional battlefield control.
Additionally, when compounded with passive items like Silver Blindfold, players can enhance damage against blinded foes, transforming Sun into a formidable asset. Coupled with Inferno, it guarantees a solid advantage in any battle scenario.
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