Prey the Stars/Abilities

In Prey the Stars, abilities are special skills that help the player's monster achieve victory. Most of them range from reducing the opponent's points or reducing their body size. After acquiring an ability by eating three objects of the same element, it can be triggered at anytime by tapping the R button or be replaced by another skill if not in use. The elemental property of an item determines what kind of ability a monster gets. This method may also unlock the destructive morph skill, letting the player eat anything in an instant (even the competition) for just a few seconds. Abilities themselves add variety to just biting other players and can also turn the tables if used properly.

Strategy
When it comes to wielding abilities, one must consider how to use them efficiently in order to gain the upper hand. For example, projectile-based abilities are best employed when the target is preoccupied with eating an object. Note that the user's viewing position also affects the trajectory of these attacks. Abilities with wide coverage are far more effective when more than one opponent is standing on the same spot. Due to the game's hectic nature, such an occurrence may happen more than once. In higher difficulty settings, monsters controlled by the A.I. will often block incoming assaults while moving or standing. This makes using abilities all the more complicated.

In regards to morphing, players are less likely to achieve this feat in every stage unless they prioritize on devouring elemental objects of the same type. The chances of receiving this rare ability are slim unless one wears a skin with the More Form skill. Should a player's character transform into an elemental monster, they must decide whether to pursue the other participants or devour nearby items for extra points. Morphing can also be used together with GABUGABU Time for devastating effect.