A key aspect of gameplay in Overwatch 2 involves counter-picking, where players select heroes that possess abilities to overcome or surpass those of the opposing team.
Very few heroes have a definitive «hard counter» that they must always avoid in Overwatch 2. While certain heroes may have advantages in specific matchups, success often depends on the player’s skill and ability to navigate their character’s weaknesses.
Below are the most effective counters for each Overwatch 2 hero, featuring a special mention for how to counter Wuyang, the new water-themed support hero from China.
Overwatch 2 Counters Chart: Best counters for every hero
| Hero | Tank counters | DPS counters | Support counters |
|---|---|---|---|
| D.Va | Zarya, Winston | Symmetra, Sojourn, Bastion | Moira |
| Doomfist | Orisa | Sombra, Tracer, Bastion, Genji | Ana, Brigitte |
| Hazard | Reinhardt, Zarya | Sombra, Widowmaker, Hanzo, Soldier: 76 | Ana, Zenyatta |
| Junker Queen | Wrecking Ball | Widowmaker, Soldier: 76, Hanzo | Ana, Lucio, Kiriko |
| Mauga | Doomfist, Wrecking Ball, Mauga | Sombra, Reaper, Widowmaker | Zenyatta, Kiriko |
| Orisa | Zarya, D.Va | Mei, Echo | Moira |
| Ramattra | Roadhog | Reaper, Tracer, Pharah, Genji, Cassidy | Kiriko |
| Reinhardt | Reinhardt | Sombra, Cassidy, Mei, Junkrat, Pharah | Zenyatta |
| Roadhog | Wrecking Ball, Roadhog | Reaper, Echo, Junkrat | Ana |
| Sigma | Ramattra, Roadhog | Genji, Tracer, Sombra | Lucio |
| Winston | Zarya | Junkrat, Pharah, Bastion | Ana, Brigitte |
| Wrecking Ball | Roadhog, Doomfist | Mei, Sombra | Ana, Brigitte |
| Zarya | Zarya | Hanzo, Widowmaker, Cassidy, Tracer | Zenyatta |
All Tank Counters in Overwatch 2
For more detailed information, see our comprehensive guide on tank counters.
D.Va Counters
| Tank counters | DPS counters | Support counters |
|---|---|---|
| Zarya, Winston | Symmetra, Sojourn, Bastion | Moira |
Heroes wielding beam weapons, such as Zarya, Symmetra, Moira, and Winston, are the most effective D.Va counters as her Defense Matrix cannot absorb their damage output. However, do keep in mind that D.Va can still consume abilities like Graviton Surge or Moira’s orbs.
Due to her considerable hitbox inside the mech, D.Va takes significant damage from heroes with high burst fire, such as Sojourn and Bastion. These heroes excel in tracking shots, which is crucial as D.Va maneuvers around using her Boosters. Both can quickly drain D.Va’s Defense Matrix, allowing them to attack her freely.
Doomfist Counters
| Tank counters | DPS counters | Support counters |
|---|---|---|
| Sombra, Tracer, Bastion, Genji | Ana, Brigitte |
Doomfist, being a highly mobile character, finds it challenging against other agile heroes, and his sizable hitbox adds to his struggle. Quick heroes can evade his Power Block and damage him from behind. Particularly, Tracer can be a nuisance, while Genji can leverage precise movements to outsmart him.
Sombra is historically effective against Doomfist as her hacks can significantly limit his mobility, making him an easy target. Additionally, Ana’s Sleep Dart can completely incapacitate Doomfist, allowing for a quick takedown, while Brigitte can push him around, disrupting his positioning.
Hazard Counters
| Tank counters | DPS counters | Support counters |
|---|---|---|
| Reinhardt, Zarya | Sombra, Widowmaker, Hanzo, Soldier: 76 | Ana, Zenyatta |
As Hazard is a tank who thrives in close-range brawls, any long-range hero will pose a challenge for him. In tank matchups, Reinhardt can stick close, while Zarya excels at negating damage from Hazard.
Ana can significantly undermine Hazard since she can apply anti-healing effects, and Zenyatta’s Orb of Discord can severely diminish his damage reduction abilities.
Junker Queen Counters
| Tank counters | DPS counters | Support counters |
|---|---|---|
| Wrecking Ball | Widowmaker | Ana, Lucio, Kiriko |
Heroes with self-healing or shielding capabilities, such as Wrecking Ball and Lucio, can mitigate some of Junker Queen’s wound damage, making parts of her kit ineffective. Heroes like Widowmaker and Ana can engage from a distance, avoiding Junker Queen’s close-range attacks while dealing significant damage, given her vulnerability as a tank. Kiriko is particularly valuable as her healing can negate Junker Queen’s bleed effects, and her suzu can block her ultimate.
Mauga Counters
| Tank counters | DPS counters | Support counters |
|---|---|---|
| Doomfist, Wrecking Ball, Mauga | Sombra | Zenyatta, Kiriko |
Mauga is a formidable presence in battle, best countered by heroes that can outmaneuver him while still being powerful. Doomfist and Wrecking Ball can exploit his vulnerabilities, and a Mauga mirror matchup is also effective.
Sombra can disable all of Mauga’s abilities except for his primary fire, allowing the team to focus on him. Zenyatta’s Discord Orb can prove effective, and Mauga struggles to keep pace with Kiriko’s mobility.
All other tank counters…
This guide will be updated continuously to reflect any nerfs, buffs, or new heroes that are introduced to the game.
