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In the Overwatch 2 new mode, there are six support heroes to choose from. Here’s a guide to the best support builds for the Stadium.
With the launch of Overwatch 2’s Stadium mode, players and content creators alike have wasted no time in uncovering the most effective builds for every hero. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the top support hero builds dominating the mode. Let’s dive in.
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Ana Stadium build
The first support build in theStadium will be for Ana. She is a very flexible hero to build, especially if you want to test funny builds. However, Ana is very strong due to her high-impact support from a distance. For Stadium, you’ll need a build equally strong to make your Ana shine. The focus will be on the Weapon items because they will enhance her utility, healing impact, and survivability.
TheNo Scope Neededis great for increasing Ana’s attack speed. Choosing theNano Infuseras the second power will enhance Ana’s Nano Boost ability, either by adding extra effects (like bonus speed or healing) or reducing cooldown.Your Full Potentialwill make your Nano Boost ability to also guarantee 20% ultimate charge and 300 Overhealth. If you reached the late game phase and you want to be even more supportive of your team, choose theDreamypower so your Sleep Dart can hit allies, healing 100% of their max life over eight seconds instead of putting them to sleep. This way, Ana will make her allies sustain more in the fights and thrive on their way to victory.
Mostly weapon items
When selecting items, prioritize those that increase your ammunition capacity and attack speed. TheCommander’s Clipprovides a 10% boost to attack speed and increases your maximum ammo by 40%.Booster Jetsoffer a 20% increase in attack speed. Additionally,Unscoped Resourcesgives you four extra rounds of ammo and a 50% chance of not consuming ammo with each shot. For rare items,Potent Projectilesis an excellent option to enhance your Biotic Rifle projectiles.Stockpileoffers a 5% increase in attack speed and a 20% boost to maximum ammo, whileAftermarket Firing Pinprovides a 10% increase in attack speed and a 5% increase in movement speed.
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Juno Stadium build
For this Stadium build, we’re following the steps ofAspen, one of the biggest Overwatch 2 content creators. She posted this build on herTikTok. As she explained, during the early game, you should go for various rare items instead of one epic because, altogether, they will bring more value to your hero. However, mid to late game, this is the build she usually does to make herJuno super strong. Juno is a great support due to her unique blend of mobility, healing, and utility that allows her to thrive in both chaotic skirmishes and coordinated teamfights.
To take the most advantage of her torpedos, go forPulsar Pluspower, which gives an additional charge to your Pulsar Torpedos. One round five,Cosmic Coolantthat reduces your torpedos' cooldown by one second every time you hit an enemy. For Aspen, the last two powers depend pretty much on your gameplay and style. However, she does like to play with theStingerfor additional damage and theTorpedo Glidefor more ability cooldown reduction.
For the items,Nano Cola,Multi-Tool, andEnergized Bracersare great for Juno due to their ability power, cooldown reduction, and a little bit of ability lifesteal. When you have the funds for an epic item, the first one you need to pick is thePulstar Destroyers. They will allow Juno’s torpedos to explode on hit, dealing 20 damage. Mid to late game, with more money on your account, go for theChampion’s KitandPulse Spikeitems. With this build, your Juno will be broken! However, our beautiful girl is getting some balance hotfix soon. Let’s see how it is going to affect hergameplay in the Overwatch 2 Stadium.
Kiriko build
In this support Stadium build for Kiriko, we will focus onMihai “mL7” Lupascu’s setup. He is a Romanian former professional player, content creator, and main support. This build emphasizes Kiriko’s strengths as a highly mobile hero with effective burst healing and crucial utility for saving teammates. mL7 has chosen abilities that enhance power, health, and healing to maximize Kiriko’s effectiveness in this mode.
ForKiriko’s abilities, he opted for theTwo-Zupower, which grants Kiriko’s Protection Suzi an additional charge. In the third round, he determined thatSupported Shootingwas the best item for Kiriko, as it enhances her healing support for allies and provides a 20% increase in Attack Speed for three seconds. Additionally, he chose a power that enhances his ability to sustain team fights. TheSelf-Careitem heals Kiriko for 5% of her maximum health whenever she uses the Healing Ofuda. He never reached the last item, but some builds chose theFoxy Fireworksfor more damage in case your team needs it.
Kiriko’s items
Ability power is crucial for Kiriko, so it’s important to select items that enhance her abilities. A popular choice is theTalisman of Velocity, which provides a 15% increase in ability power, along with 25% attack speed and 25% movement speed for four seconds. Another good option is theTalisman of Life, which grants 20% ability power and an additional 100 overhealth for five seconds when using her Protection Suzu.
In this gaming scenario, he was taking a lot of damage, prompting him to seek out sustain items. One of his choices was theGoddess’s Aura,which provides Kiriko with 25 health and 100 overhealth for four seconds after using Swift Step. He also selected theMartian Mender, offering 25 health and a 10% cooldown reduction, along with theGeneticist’s Vial, which grants 25 health and a revive upon dying for the first timein the round (though it restores only 200 health after three seconds). Additionally, he choseVital-E-Teefor extra armor.
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Lúcio Stadium build
When it is well played, a Lúcio main is truly annoying. However, you may start being one of those useful Lúcios for your team with this build. To take advantage of Lúcio’s healing power, we are going to focus this build on ability power. You’re going to be a true medic inOverwatch 2 Stadium mode.
Start by selectingCrowd Pleaserto heal all your allies affected by Crossfade for 200% of Crossfade’s healing. Next, chooseReverbfor an additional charge of Soundwave. In the mid-game, useLet’s Bounce, which offers a 30% increase in knockback and deals an extra 40 damage if the target hits a wall. In the late game,Vivaceis ideal for Lúcio, as it makes his Soundwave cooldown refresh 25% faster while he is airborne and adds one maximum ammo for every second until he reloads.
For the items, continue using theChampion’s Kit,Liquid Nitrogen, andCybervenomfor increased ability power, cooldown reduction, and health. For the epic items, the#1 Single,Nano Cola, andMulti-Toolare perfectly suited for Lúcio’s unmatched mobility, team-wide utility, and disruptive playstyle that makes him one of the most valuable and slippery support heroes in the game.
Lúcio “one-shot” build
Talking about Lucio and not bringing up the most famous Lucio main on the Internet would be a crime. Let’s meet one of the crazy Lúcio builds that Frogger came up with. However, instead of a support-focused Stadium build, Frogger came up with one of the strongest builds in the mode: the one-shot Lúcio. Check out his video to learn more about it.
Mercy Stadium build
Mercy is one of the most played heroes in Overwatch 2, so there are many support builds for her out there, especially in the new Stadium mode. However, we’re going to chooseSkiesti’s Mercy build since she is a very well-known Overwatch content creator and a great Mercy main player. Mercy’s strengths lie in her consistent single-target healing, strong mobility, and unique ability to resurrect fallen teammates, making her one of the most reliable and impactful support heroes when played strategically.
Initially, select theRenaissancepower to activate your Valkyrie for five seconds after successfully using Resurrect. In round three, choose theCrepuscular Circleto provide healing and a damage boost from the Caduceus Staff while Valkyrie is active; this will be automatically applied to nearby allies.
Then, the First Responder’s ability will allow you and your allies to sustain more damage by granting 250 Overhealth for six seconds after you resurrect an ally. In the late game, you can choose various powers depending on the current state of the game.Distortionis a strong option, as it grants 20% lifesteal to allies boosted by the Caduceus Staff. Inher latest video, she explains with more depth which paths you should choose depending on your game.
Mercy’s items
Mercy stands out with theCaduceus Ex, which provides her with 10% weapon power and increases her Guardian Angel range by 33%. Additionally, theChain Evokerenhances Mercy’s durability by granting her 50 armor, a 5% damage boost to her Caduceus staff, and a 15% ultimate charge from damage dealt.
Next, consider using theResurrection Rangefinderfor a 10% cooldown reduction and an increased resurrection range of 75%. Following that, equipLong Distance Wingsfor an additional 10% ability power and another 33%Guardian Angelrange. For health boosts,Angeleisure Wearadds 25 health, and theMartian Menderprovides 25 health, a 10% cooldown reduction, and restores 3% of your health every second.
Overall, Mercy excels in teams that can protect her or benefit from damage boosts. While she lacks burst healing or crowd control, her consistency, survivability, and game-changing utility make her a top-tier support in the right hands.
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Moira Stadium build
The final support build for theStadium is designed for Moira. She is a beast with a unique attack that can make her a great duelist. Moira deals significant healing and damage simultaneously, along with strong survivability and self-sustain. While she is one of the most forgiving support heroes mechanically, she can be very impactful when played aggressively and intelligently.
For the power selection, opt forChain Grasp, which allows Biotic Grasp’s secondary fire to chain to a second target within 10 meters for three seconds after using a Biotic Orb. In the third round, choose theDeconstructionpower, which increases damage by 20% for six seconds after spending 50 Biotic Energy.
Next, considerPrecarious Potency, which will heal allies for an additional 20% of Biotic Grasp’s healing over five seconds after they are healed by Moira’s Biotic Grasp. Finally,Ethereal Excisionis an excellent choice, granting 30% movement speed, 30% lifesteal, and restoring 100% more Biotic Energy while aiming at an enemy’s head with Biotic Grasp.
Moira’s items
Weapon power and attack speed are crucial for Moira’s build. TheSubatomic Splitterboosts weapon power by 10% and increases the range of Biotic Grasp’s secondary fire by 15%, making Moira’s damage more consistent.
Next, consider theEye of the Spiderfor an additional 25% weapon power, andVolskaya Ordnanceto gain 10% attack speed. TheHigh Capacity Tubingwill further enhance your weapon power by 10% and provide an extra 50 Biotic Energy. Finally, opt for theBio-Needle, which grants another 10% attack speed, and the Talon Modification Module, which contributes 15% weapon power.
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