How to counter Torbjörn in Overwatch 2?
Being a Damage Hero in Overwatch 2, Torbjörn's primary responsibilities include securing as many eliminations as possible for his team and dealing damage to enemies. This dwarf hero should not be underestimated due to his small stature, as he possesses abilities that can devastate an entire team in a matter of minutes.
That being said, Torbjörn is somewhat limited in his capacity to push in and deal damage. He lacks mobility and isn't well-suited for aggressive plays. However, Torbjörn excels at holding down a site and preventing enemies from taking over it.
Torbjörn isn't new to Overwatch 2. He has been present in the series since the launch of the original title back in May 2016.
Torbjörn is an engineer who can build turrets that automatically track enemies and shoot at them. Moreover, he possesses a Rivet gun that allows him to deal sufficient damage to foes that are close to him. While he is capable of long-range engagements, he shines especially in close-quarter fights.
His ultimate ability, 'Molten Core,' can stop enemies from moving through crucial areas by forming pools of molten slag that deal massive and sustained damage.
Due to his varied ability set, countering Torbjörn isn't easy. Here are some of the best Hero suggestions to counter this deadly engineer in Overwatch 2:
Pharah is one of the best counter heroes to Torbjörn. Since the engineer Hero shines at close-range engagements, Pharah can deal with him easily. Her ability to rain down fire on her enemies keeps her away from trouble on the ground. She can take down Torbjörn or his turrets without taking damage herself. Moreover, Pharah can conveniently evade Torbjörn's 'Molten Core' and navigate around him.
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