{"id":1111,"date":"2025-04-18T17:14:50","date_gmt":"2025-04-18T17:14:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/?p=1111"},"modified":"2025-07-23T15:14:30","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T15:14:30","slug":"overwatch-2-tier-list-best-characters-to-play-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/2025\/04\/18\/overwatch-2-tier-list-best-characters-to-play-in-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Overwatch 2 tier list: Best characters to play in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"686\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A group of diverse, energetic heroes from Overwatch 2 video game, equipped with futuristic armor and weapons, pose against a twilight sky, conveying action and teamwork\" class=\"wp-image-194006 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Best-Overwatch-2-Characters-for-2025.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image credit: Blizzard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1c3ec2\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"tldr-2\">TL;DR<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This Overwatch 2 tier list is updated for Season 17 and split by role: Tank, DPS, and Support.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>S-Tier heroes dominate the meta and work well across all maps and comps \u2013 perfect picks if you\u2019re trying to climb in Competitive.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Top picks right now: Echo, Sojourn, Torbj\u00f6rn (DPS), Sigma and Zarya (Tank), Ana and Kiriko (Support).<\/li>\n<li>Tier rankings are based on patch notes, community stats, and pro-play trends.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Choosing the right Overwatch 2 character depends on your team comp, the map, and counter-picking the enemy.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>You don\u2019t have to play meta; off-meta picks can still perform well in the right situations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background\" style=\"background-color:#9f367b;color:#9f367b\" \/>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1c45dd\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Wondering who to main in Overwatch 2 Season 17? With 43 possible heroes and new balance changes that slow down heals, jumping into a game and picking the right character can feel overwhelming. It can be hard to keep up with balance changes and evolving metas, with some heroes thriving and others having completely fallen off. If you\u2019re feeling lost, don\u2019t worry.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1c4bd5\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>That\u2019s where our ultimate Overwatch 2 tier list comes in. We\u2019ve broken everything down by role to help you lock in smarter picks and climb the ranks faster as we approach the end of the season.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1c51e8\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>We\u2019ve got all the Overwatch 2 characters ranked on their effectiveness in combat, so let\u2019s dive in.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1c5810\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"overwatch_2_tier_lists_explained-2\">Overwatch 2 tier lists explained<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1c5e1e\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Like many online multiplayer games, the Overwatch 2 meta shifts with every patch, bringing new buffs and nerfs to contend with. These constant changes make it harder for players to keep track of what\u2019s working and how to get the most out of their hero pool.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1c6430\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Therefore, a comprehensive Overwatch 2 hero tier list can make your choices easier, reflecting how well a hero performs in the current season\u2019s ranked ladder and team compositions. This tier list for Overwatch 2 Season 17 breaks down the strongest characters to play by role \u2013 <strong>Tank, DPS, and Support<\/strong> \u2013 and can be applied to both Quick Play and Competitive.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1c6a1d\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Looking for the best characters in <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/esports-titles\/shooters\/overwatch\">Overwatch<\/a>? Keep in mind that any hero can win in the right hands, but some make the climb easier. If you\u2019ve got an off-meta main that\u2019s working for you right now, don\u2019t feel as though you have to pick from the S-tier. Play with what works for you.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1c7035\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"overwatch_2_tier_list_criteria-2\">Overwatch 2 tier list criteria<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1c7649\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick rundown of how our OW2 tier list is organised:<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<ul style=\"background-color:#f2f2f2\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li><strong>S-Tier \u2013 Must picks<\/strong>: The strongest tier. These heroes dominate the meta right now, with high win rates and strong performances across nearly all maps and team comps.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>A-Tier \u2013 Strong choices<\/strong>: Reliable picks that work well in most situations, even if they\u2019re not quite as dominant as S-tier heroes.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>B-Tier \u2013 Situational<\/strong>: Still viable but often are map- or comp-dependent. May need more team coordination or effort to get their full value.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>C-Tier \u2013 Niche<\/strong>: Either underpowered, recently nerfed, or heavily countered. Not ideal unless you\u2019re a pro at them.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>D-Tier \u2013 Avoid<\/strong>: Rarely effective in the current meta and hard to make work consistently.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1c7d18\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Our rankings are based on the most recent patch notes, pro-play trends, and community performance data. They will be updated as the meta shifts and evolves, so check back often.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1c8357\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"overwatch_2_tier_list_season_17_all_heroes_ranked-2\">Overwatch 2 tier list season 17: All heroes ranked<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1c89ec\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>With over 40 heroes in the game, there are several competent options for your next draft, especially when you factor in Perks. Explore this complete list of Overwatch 2 characters, ranked from S-tier to D-tier based on their global performance in Season 17.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Tier<\/th>\n<th>Heroes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>S<\/td>\n<td>DPS: Echo, Sojourn, Torbj\u00f6rn. Tank: Sigma, Zarya. Support: Ana, Kiriko<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>A<\/td>\n<td>DPS: Bastion, Ashe, Cassidy, Genji, Pharah, Tracer, Widowmaker, Freja. Tank: D.Va, Junker Queen, Ramattra, Winston. Support: L\u00facio, Juno, Zenyatta<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>B<\/td>\n<td>DPS: Junkrat, Mei, Symmetra, Soldier 76, Venture. Tank: Reinhardt, Wrecking Ball, Hazard, Doomfist. Support: Baptiste, Brigitte, Moira<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>C<\/td>\n<td>DPS: Hanzo, Reaper, Sombra. Tank: Orisa, Roadhog, Mauga. Support: Illiari, Mercy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>D<\/td>\n<td>Support: Lifeweaver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1c92af\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"dps_tier_list-2\">DPS tier list<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Echo stands in a sci-fi lab with screens\" class=\"wp-image-194005 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Echo-large.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Echo\u2019s duplicate ability makes her a menace against weaker foes \/ Image credit: Blizzard Entertainment<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1c9953\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Season 17 gives Overwatch 2 DPS characters some handy buffs by raising the global health regeneration timer to six seconds and the damage role passive healing penalty to 30%. That makes life harder for Support heroes and creates an opportunity for Damage heroes to zero in on. Our top DPS picks this Season are Echo, Sojourn, and Torbj\u00f6rn.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1c9f5d\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>While <strong>Echo\u2019s<\/strong> duplicate ability might be held back by its health cap, she\u2019s still among the best Damage heroes in Overwatch 2. Thanks to a barrier-melting beam and an Ultimate that lets her duplicate an enemy, she\u2019s a versatile addition to any team.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1ca559\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p><strong>Sojourn<\/strong> is another hero who has consistently been at the top of tier lists. Call her a souped-up Soldier 76 if you want. That doesn\u2019t detract from her incredible damage potential \u2013 200 headshot damage off a railgun shot charged by primary attacks is nothing to scoff at. Amp that up with her Ultimate, and you\u2019ll be able to send an entire team back home.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1cab4f\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p><strong>Torbj\u00f6rn<\/strong> is now one of the best characters in Overwatch 2, coming in with a solid <a href=\"https:\/\/www.overbuff.com\/heroes\">55.28% win rate<\/a> across the board. Both his Major Perks Anchor Bolts and Overloaded Turret buff his Turret, turning something once useless into a game-changer. They grant it the ability to stick to walls and become empowered. His Fully Loaded Perk also provides an instant reload on using Overload, useful for gunning down Tanks and securing objectives. If you prefer taking foes down from a distance, consider using Widowmaker or Ashe\u2019s weapon while zooming in.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Tier<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Overwatch 2 Damage (DPS) tier list<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>S<\/td>\n<td>Echo, Sojourn, Torbj\u00f6rn<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>A<\/td>\n<td>Bastion, Ashe, Cassidy, Genji, Pharah, Tracer, Widowmaker, Freja<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>B<\/td>\n<td>Junkrat, Mei, Soldier 76, Venture, Symmetra<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>C<\/td>\n<td>Hanzo, Reaper, Widowmaker, Sombra<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1cb32a\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"tank_tier_listnbsp-2\">Tank tier list\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Zarya flexes her bicep confidently\" class=\"wp-image-194003 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Zarya-large.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charge Zarya\u2019s Particle Cannon to deal some solid damage \/ Image credit: Blizzard Entertainment<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1cb9cc\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Considering the changes to healing we mentioned, Tanks are in a better spot than usual this Season. Their larger health pools mean that the healing changes won\u2019t hit them as hard as other heroes.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1cbfca\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>As always, <strong>Zarya<\/strong> is dominating the charts thanks to her incredible solo-carry potential with her Major Perk Energy Lance. In short, it pierces enemies when she\u2019s over 50% energy. She can also convert incoming attacks into energy to fuel her Particle Cannon for some solid damage. Her Graviton Surge Ultimate is a great tool that draws enemies together and damages them. Pair this move with Damage heroes like Cassidy, and you might just wipe out the enemy team.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1cc5c7\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Despite a low pick rate, <strong>Sigma<\/strong> is arguably one of the strongest Tanks in Overwatch 2 right now. His Experimental Barrier lets him switch between aggressive and defensive playstyles. And his Gravitic Flux remains one of the best team fight Ultimates in the game. His new Levitation Major Perk also addresses his weak mobility, letting him reach enemies on higher ground.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1ccbaf\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>If you\u2019re new to Tanks, <strong>Winston<\/strong> is another great choice who picks mobility over damage-dealing and shielding hits. Use his Jump Pack to distract enemies and cover some ground between attacks. His Primal Rage Ultimate is also great at finishing enemies off since it buffs your melee attack.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Tier<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Overwatch 2 Tank tier list<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>S<\/td>\n<td>Sigma, Zarya<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>A<\/td>\n<td>D.Va, Junker Queen, Ramattra, Winston<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>B<\/td>\n<td>Reinhardt, Wrecking Ball, Hazard, Doomfist<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>C<\/td>\n<td>Orisa, Roadhog, Mauga<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1cd392\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"overwatch_2_support_tier_list-2\">Overwatch 2 support tier list<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Kiriko gracefully manipulates floating blue cards\" class=\"wp-image-194004 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Kiriko-large.jpg\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kiriko stacks up Ofuda talismans to heal allies \/ Image credit: Blizzard Entertainment<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1cda27\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Overwatch 2\u2019s Supports have taken a slight hit overall in Season 17. By weakening how healing works in combat, Blizzard has successfully made Damage heroes a bigger threat. <strong>Ana<\/strong> continues to dominate the Support charts in Season 17 with an impressive pick rate across all ranks. Her Biotic Grenade alone can swing entire fights by denying healing and boosting her team\u2019s sustain. With the Biotic Bounce Minor Perk, there\u2019s even more subtle utility in her kit.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1ce037\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p><strong>Kiriko<\/strong> is still thriving in the <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/overwatch-2-competitive-most-banned-heroes\">Overwatch 2 competitive landscape<\/a>. Thanks to her new Perks, even dealing damage with her Kunai can provide a healing benefit to her allies. Players who can master min-maxing their damage and healing will easily climb the ranked ladder with this hero. Use Swift Step to hop directly to an ally and protect them with your Protection Suzu ability. The latter can disrupt negative effects like Zenyatta\u2019s Discord Orb.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1ce645\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/overwatch-2-best-lucio-skins-2025\"><strong>L\u00facio<\/strong><\/a> is another good choice if you\u2019re looking into Support heroes. His focus on area-of-effect heals and speed buffs will let you keep multiple allies from harm\u2019s way. This makes him a great choice when your team is rushing towards an objective. You can also use his Sonic Amplifier to dish out some damage as you push enemies away with Soundwave.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Tier<\/strong><\/th>\n<th><strong>Overwatch 2 Support tier list<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>S<\/td>\n<td>Ana, Kiriko\u00a0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>A<\/td>\n<td>L\u00facio, Juno, Zenyatta<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>B<\/td>\n<td>Baptiste, Brigitte, Moira<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>C<\/td>\n<td>Illiari, Mercy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>D<\/td>\n<td>Lifeweaver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1cee04\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"tips_for_choosing_the_right_overwatch_2_hero-2\">Tips for choosing the right Overwatch 2 hero<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1cf434\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Not sure which hero to play? Tier lists are always a great starting point, but the right pick depends on your playstyle, team comp, and the current match. Here are a few tips to help you make smarter picks in Overwatch 2:<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1cfa4f\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"1_adapt_to_the_map-2\">1. Adapt to the map<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1d006f\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Certain heroes thrive on specific maps. On maps with high-vantage points, hitscans and snipers like Widowmaker reign supreme, while Reaper thrives in tight spaces. Learn which heroes work best across Control, Escort, Push, or Hybrid maps and adapt your playstyle accordingly for some top-tier Overwatch 2 performances.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1d068d\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"2_build_around_your_team-2\">2. Build around your team<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1d0c94\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Synergy wins games. Coordinate your team composition either in chat or voice. If your Tank opts for a dive comp with Winston or Wrecking Ball, pick DPS and Supports that can keep up, like Genji, Tracer, Lucio, or Kiriko.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1d12a2\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Conversely, if your team\u2019s running a slower frontline with Reinhardt, Orisa, or Sigma, go with ranged DPS like Hanzo or Ashe and Supports like Brigitte, Kiriko, or Ana.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1d18bc\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"3_counter_enemy_picksnbsp-2\">3. Counter enemy picks\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1d1ecd\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>Don\u2019t be afraid to swap out your hero if it\u2019s not working. If the enemy Pharah is uncontested and steamrolling your team, switch to a hitscan like Cassidy or Ashe. Smarter counter moves can flip a losing fight on its head \u2013 sometimes even in last-minute Overtime.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1d2506\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"4_be_flexiblenbsp-2\">4. Be flexible\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1d2b1f\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>It\u2019s always fun to have a comfort pick, but especially in Competitive, flexibility wins games. Try to have at least 3\u20135 heroes per role you\u2019re comfortable playing, so you can pivot based on your team and enemy matchups.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1d314d\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"conclusion-2\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1d375c\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>At the end of the day, the Overwatch meta will always change, but your mechanical skill, map knowledge, and ability to adapt will outlast any patch. Whether you\u2019re grinding skill tiers in Competitive or playing casually, pick heroes that feel good to you, learn their Perks, strengths, and weaknesses, and focus on improving one match at a time. That\u2019s how you\u2019ll climb \u2013 and enjoy the grind while you\u2019re at it.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-paragraph-6880f7e1d3d6a\" class=\"esi-paragraph \">\n<p>There are no hard rules on what heroes can or can\u2019t be played in Overwatch 2, so take this Overwatch hero tier list with a pinch of salt; it\u2019s only a guideline. Some D-Tier heroes can shine in certain team comps and maps; it all boils down to your skills, game sense, and experience. Keep an eye on Esports Insider for the latest meta shifts and Overwatch 2 updates.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1d438c\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"faqs-2\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751908333491\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Who is the best character in Overwatch 2?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">As of Season 17, Ana, Zarya, and Sojourn are considered Overwatch\u2019s top characters across most ranks. Sojourn has great vertical and horizontal mobility and one-shot potential. Many players will accidentally shoot Zarya bubbles, making her virtually unstoppable, and Ana\u2019s utility and anti-healing are unmatched in nearly every scenario.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751908335355\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Who is the best tank in Overwatch 2?<\/strong><\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Sigma and Zarya are must-pick tanks in Overwatch 2 thanks to their defensive capabilities.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1751908336807\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Who is the best DPS hero in Overwatch 2?<\/strong><\/strong> <\/p>\n<p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Sojourn is the best DPS hero in Overwatch 2 as of Season 17, thanks to her solid damage potential and relatively simple set of abilities.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"esi-heading-6880f7e1d4a09\" class=\"esi-heading \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"references-2\">References<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.overbuff.com\/heroes\">https:\/\/www.overbuff.com\/heroes<\/a> (Overbuff)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\/overwatch-2-tier-list\">Overwatch 2 tier list: Best characters to play in 2025<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/esportsinsider.com\">Esports Insider<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Image credit: Blizzard TL;DR This Overwatch 2 tier list is updated for Season 17 and split by role: Tank, DPS, and Support.\u00a0 S-Tier heroes dominate the meta and work well across all maps and comps \u2013 perfect picks if you\u2019re trying to climb in Competitive.\u00a0 Top picks right now: Echo, Sojourn, Torbj\u00f6rn (DPS), Sigma and&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1116,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1111","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-overwatch"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1111","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1111"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1111\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1127,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1111\/revisions\/1127"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1116"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1111"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1111"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.ballpeenhammer.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1111"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}