The leader of the Deadlock Gang, Ashe, is a versatile damage hero in Overwatch 2. She wields a semi-automatic rifle, The Viper, which excels in mid- to long-range combat and deals devastating harm. She is amidst the vast roster that Overwatch 2 offers its players to choose from. Her kit makes her efficient at taking kills, perfect for countering any aerial or even hit-scan targets.
However, just like other Overwatch 2 heroes, Ashe has her drawbacks and weaknesses. If you're facing a competent Ashe who is carrying her games, here is a list of counter-picks you can choose from to potentially shut down her dominance.
Note: This article is subjective and reflects the writer's views.
Being a patient sharp-shooting hero, Ashe's utility is the most useful when she can create enough space between herself and her enemies. Her Coach Gun, besides being just a knock-back tool, can also be used to reposition in different corners of the map. Here is a detailed list of her abilities:
The greatest counter to Ashe's casual distant playstyle is by adapting a dive composition. Though her kit allows her to create some space against it, a well-coordinated dive would often be her demise.
Here are our top five hero picks who can counter Ashe:
Winston is one of the best pack leaders of the dive composition. His Jump Pack allows him to constantly engage with the team's backline and creates a lot of ruckus. Being a sharpshooter, Ashe can be directly countered by Winston's disruption.
Although he cannot deal a lot of damage, a combination of Jump Pack's splash damage and Tesla Cannon's consistent surge is enough to keep Ashe at bay. With his team's coordination, Winston can eliminate her with ease.
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