A complete noob’s introduction to playing support in Overwatch 2
The role has changed in the new Overwatch sequel, but your ability to carry is easier now
Overwatch is a unique game that includes elements of MMOs to produce perhaps the most complex first person shooter in modern gaming. Next week, the game’s developer, Activision Blizzard, will release its long awaited sequel, Overwatch 2.
The sequel will feature a 5v5 PvP format with one tank, two damage heroes, and two supports. In general, the tank is responsible for taking and denying space from the other team through damage mitigation and a damage threat. Damage players are tasked with pumping as much damage into the other team and secure kills through taking angles and spamming enough damage to outlast the enemies’ ability cooldowns. Supports are the only hero class that can provide consistent healing to injured teammates, but they are also equipped with the most powerful utility in the game to turn fights.
Personally, I’m a support main with several thousand hours played in the role. Typically, support heroes are sorted into sub categories, main support and flex support. Flex supports include: Ana, Baptiste, Moira, and Zenyatta. Main supports are: Mercy, Lucio, Brigitte, and the new support Kiriko.
