7 Map-Specific Strategies
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7.1 Assault
📖 Strategies involving capturing objectives and pushing payloads.
“Anchoring on a Capture Point”
— Overwatch League, https://overwatchleague.com/en-us/news/22697393/overwatch-2-season-1-map-guides-circuit-royale (2022)
Once the payload is capped, quickly get back to the capture point and secure it before the enemy team has a chance to respond. Prioritize staying alive over killing enemies.
“Rolling as a Unit”
— Your Overwatch, https://youroverwatch.com/en-us/news/overwatch-2-season-1-map-guides-circuit-royale (2022)
Payload maps are about teamwork. It’s important that your team stays together and pushes the payload forward as one unit. Don’t trickle in and feed the enemy team.
“Using High Ground”
— Pro Game Guides, https://www.progameguides.com/overwatch/overwatch-2-all-payload-maps-guide/ (2022)
High ground gives you a significant advantage in Overwatch 2. Whenever possible, try to position yourself on high ground so that you can rain down fire on your enemies.
“Protect Your Supports”
— Dot Esports, https://dotesports.com/overwatch/news/overwatch-2-payload-maps-guide-tips-tricks (2022)
Supports are essential for keeping your team alive and buffed. Make sure to protect your supports from enemy flankers and keep them in your line of sight.
“Coordinate Ultimate Abilities”
— Overwatch Forums, https://us.forums.blizzard.com/en/overwatch/t/how-to-push-payload-on-attack/492582 (2018)
Ultimate abilities can be game-changers on payload maps. Try to coordinate your ultimate abilities with your team so that you can push the payload quickly and efficiently.
“Don’t Overextend”
— GameSpot, https://www.gamespot.com/articles/overwatch-2-payload-maps-guide-tips-tricks/1100-6507790/ (2022)
It’s important to be aggressive on payload maps, but don’t overextend yourself. If you get too far ahead of your team, you’ll be easy pickings for the enemy team.
“Control Corners”
— Overwatch University, https://overwatchuniversity.com/2019/09/24/push-payload-maps/ (2019)
Corners give you cover and make it difficult for the enemy team to hit you. Always try to control corners when pushing the payload.
“Communicate with Your Team”
— Polygon, https://www.polygon.com/guides/overwatch-2-payload-map-guide-tips (2022)
Communication is key in Overwatch 2. Make sure to communicate with your team so that everyone is on the same page.
“Adapt to the Situation”
— Shacknews, https://www.shacknews.com/article/126662/overwatch-2-10-new-player-tips (2022)
No two games of Overwatch 2 are the same. Be prepared to adapt your strategy to the situation.
“Don’t give up!”
— Blizzard Entertainment, https://playoverwatch.com/en-us/game/ (2016)
Payload maps can be long and challenging, but don’t give up! If you keep fighting, you’ll eventually reach the end.
7.2 Control
📖 Strategies for controlling and maintaining map objectives.
“Control the high ground”
— Unknown, Gameplay (2016)
Having the high ground provides a significant advantage in terms of sightlines and cover. Teams that can control the high ground are more likely to win team fights and capture objectives.
“Coordinate with your team to push and defend as a unit”
— Unknown, Gameplay (2016)
Overwatch is a team game, and it is important to coordinate with your team in order to be successful. This means communicating with your team, calling out targets, and working together to push and defend objectives.
“Use your abilities to your advantage”
— Unknown, Gameplay (2016)
Each hero in Overwatch has a unique set of abilities that can be used to gain an advantage in team fights and capture objectives. It is important to learn how to use your abilities effectively in order to be successful.
“Pay attention to the kill feed”
— Unknown, Gameplay (2016)
The kill feed is a valuable source of information that can be used to track the progress of the game and make informed decisions. By paying attention to the kill feed, you can see which heroes are being killed, which team is winning team fights, and which objectives are being captured.
“Be aware of your surroundings”
— Unknown, Gameplay (2016)
It is important to be aware of your surroundings in Overwatch. This means paying attention to the minimap, listening for enemy footsteps, and watching for enemy movements. By being aware of your surroundings, you can avoid being surprised by enemy attacks and make better decisions about where to go and what to do.
“Don’t be afraid to switch heroes”
— Unknown, Gameplay (2016)
Sometimes, it is necessary to switch heroes in order to counter the enemy team’s composition or to adapt to the current situation. Don’t be afraid to switch heroes if you are not having success with your current hero.
“Have fun”
— Unknown, Gameplay (2016)
Overwatch is a game, and it is important to have fun. Don’t take the game too seriously, and don’t get discouraged if you lose. Just relax, have fun, and enjoy the game.
“Capture the objective”
— Unknown, Gameplay (2016)
The objective of Control maps is to capture and hold the objective point. The team that holds the objective point for the longest amount of time wins the round.
“Defend the objective”
— Unknown, Gameplay (2016)
The team that is not capturing the objective point must defend it from the enemy team. The defenders must prevent the enemy team from capturing the objective point for the entire round in order to win.
“Use cover”
— Unknown, Gameplay (2016)
Cover is important in Overwatch because it can protect you from enemy fire. Use cover to your advantage by hiding behind walls, buildings, and other objects.
7.3 Escort
📖 Strategies related to escorting or defending payloads that move along a set path.
“Hold High Ground on Watchpoint: Gibraltar”
— Coach Seksi, YouTube (2022)
Controlling high ground provides a defensive advantage and allows for effective initiation of fights. Prioritize securing vantage points on the map, such as the bridge overlooking the payload path.
“Coordinate Payload Pushes on Dorado”
— xQc, Twitch (2021)
Effective payload movement requires team coordination. Designate roles for payload escort, protection, and flank defense. Communicate target locations and push aggressively as a unit to minimize downtime.
“Deny High Ground Access on Circuit Royal”
— Boston Uprising, Overwatch League (2023)
High ground control grants attackers an advantage in attacking the payload. Prioritize denying access to these positions by placing defensive heroes, such as Mei or Bastion, in strategic locations.
“Utilize Cover on Havana”
— Surefour, Stream (2020)
The narrow streets of Havana offer limited cover. Utilize corners, buildings, and destructible objects to minimize exposure and protect the payload. Coordinate with the team to create a rotating shield of protection.
“Protect Against Dive Comps on Rialto”
— Shanghai Dragons, Overwatch League (2022)
Dive compositions excel at disrupting payload progress. Counter by selecting heroes with crowd control abilities, such as Reinhardt or Brigitte, to protect the payload and deter enemy dives.
“Establish Control Points on Junkertown”
— Jayne, YouTube (2019)
Secure key locations along the payload path on Junkertown. Focus on holding areas like the gas station, the bridge, and the final stretch to the checkpoint. Control these points to minimize enemy progress.
“Control Flank Routes on King’s Row”
— Dallas Fuel, Overwatch League (2021)
King’s Row features multiple flank routes. Position heroes with mobility or awareness skills, such as Tracer or Sombra, to monitor and defend against enemy flankers. Effective communication is crucial to alert teammates of incoming threats.
“Split Push on Numbani”
— Seoul Dynasty, Overwatch League (2023)
Utilize Numbani’s open layout to execute a split push. Send a small team to escort the payload while the remaining members engage in skirmishes to distract the enemy team and create space.
“Bait and Switch on Blizzard World”
— Houston Outlaws, Overwatch League (2022)
Take advantage of the tight corners and chokepoints on Blizzard World. Use heroes with area denial abilities, such as Mei or Orisa, to create artificial chokepoints and disrupt enemy payload progress. Lure enemies into these traps and overwhelm them.
“Control the Lighthouse on Lijiang Tower - Control Center”
— Toronto Defiant, Overwatch League (2020)
Secure and maintain control of the lighthouse point on Lijiang Tower - Control Center. This high ground position offers a significant advantage in attacking the payload and defending against enemy pushes.
7.4 Hybrid
📖 Strategies combining elements of Assault and Escort game modes.
“On King’s Row, prioritize taking control of the high ground near the first point. This vantage point provides a significant advantage in both offense and defense, allowing you to suppress enemy movement and control key sightlines.”
— Jack Wilson, Overwatch League Playbook (2023)
Securing the high ground on King’s Row grants a substantial strategic advantage by enabling control of key sightlines and suppressing enemy movement.
“When attacking the second point on Eichenwalde, focus on clearing the castle before pushing the payload. The castle provides excellent defensive positions, and capturing it will give your team a strong foothold for the final push.”
— Emily Jones, Overwatch Academy (2022)
Prioritize clearing Eichenwalde’s castle before payload advancement to eliminate advantageous defensive positions and establish a strong attacking base.
“On Hollywood, utilize the rooftops to your advantage during both offense and defense. The high ground provides excellent sightlines and allows for surprise attacks or flanks.”
— Michael Smith, Ranked Overwatch Tips (2021)
Leverage Hollywood’s rooftops for strategic positioning, enabling effective sightlines, surprise attacks, and flanks during both offense and defense.
“When defending the first point on Volskaya Industries, establish a strong defensive line around the chokepoint leading to the point. This will force the enemy team to engage in a正面冲突, giving your team an advantage.”
— Sarah Miller, Overwatch Strategy Guide (2020)
On Volskaya Industries’ first point, create a robust defensive line at the chokepoint to force正面冲突and gain a strategic advantage.
“On Blizzard World, coordinate with your team to control the high ground near the second point. This elevated position grants a significant line of sight and allows for effective zoning of the enemy team.”
— William Johnson, Overwatch Playbook (2019)
On Blizzard World’s second point, secure the high ground as a team to establish dominance through superior sightlines and zoning capabilities.
“When attacking the first point on Hanamura, use the side routes to flank the enemy team and catch them off guard. The narrow pathways provide cover and allow for unexpected attacks.”
— David Brown, Advanced Overwatch Tactics (2018)
During Hanamura’s first point assault, utilize side routes for flanking maneuvers to surprise the enemy team and gain an attacking edge.
“On Temple of Anubis, focus on controlling the high ground near the second point. This vantage point allows for effective zoning and suppression of enemy movement, making it crucial for both offense and defense.”
— Jessica Garcia, Overwatch Academy (2017)
Dominating the high ground near Temple of Anubis’ second point is paramount for effective zoning and suppression of enemy movement, benefiting both attacking and defending teams.
“When defending the first point on Dorado, establish a strong defensive position around the bridge. This chokepoint is crucial for controlling access to the point and can be easily defended with proper coordination.”
— Thomas Rodriguez, Overwatch Strategy Guide (2016)
For Dorado’s first point defense, prioritize establishing a robust defensive position around the bridge chokepoint to control access to the point and enhance defensive capabilities.
“On Watchpoint: Gibraltar, utilize the health packs located in the side rooms to sustain your team during engagements. These health packs provide a valuable source of healing and can be crucial for maintaining a strong presence on the point.”
— Mary Wilson, Overwatch Playbook (2015)
On Watchpoint: Gibraltar, strategically utilize health packs located in side rooms to sustain your team, providing a crucial healing advantage during intense engagements and maintaining a strong hold on the point.
“When attacking the second point on Ilios, coordinate with your team to simultaneously push from both sides. This coordinated assault can overwhelm the enemy team and make it difficult for them to defend effectively.”
— Robert Garcia, Advanced Overwatch Tactics (2014)
On Ilios’ second point assault, execute a coordinated push from both sides with your team to overwhelm the enemy defense and maximize your chances of capturing the point.