Ranking the Best Healers in Overwatch 2

In the vibrant world of Overwatch 2, Support heroes play a pivotal role in shaping the dynamics of team compositions. Beyond their versatile utility, these heroes are primarily recognized for their healing capabilities, which often make or break matches.

As stated in the latest Patch Notes released on November 25th, the roster now boasts 11 Support heroes. While this number may seem modest in comparison to the Damage category, it provides players with a range of options to strategize effectively.

Each hero brings a unique set of skills and mechanics to the table, demanding varying levels of expertise to excel, particularly in Ranked or Competitive modes. As a dedicated Support player with substantial experience in the mid-high Gold tier, I present my rankings of each Support hero, highlighting their key attributes and efficacy in the current meta.

11. Lucio

Hippity Hoppity, Get Off My Property

Weapon	Sonic Amplifier
Abilities	Crossfade, Amp It Up, Soundwave
Ultimate	Sound Barrier
Unique Passive	Wall Ride

While Lucio is an incredibly entertaining hero with over 100 hours of playtime, I must candidly admit he struggles to keep up in terms of healing output. Despite being renowned for his playful wall rides and the capability to disrupt opponents with Soundwave, his healing potential is only average unless paired with a strong secondary healer. His speed boost shines in dive-heavy strategies, but the limited healing radius can lead to tough situations on larger maps.

10. Brigitte

None Can Escape The Flail’s Inspiration

Weapon	Rocket Flail
Abilities	Repair Pack, Whip Shot, Barrier Shield, Shield Bash
Ultimate	Rally
Unique Passive	Inspire

Brigitte offers a combination of utility and survivability, making her a valuable frontline support hero. Yet, similarly to Lucio, she struggles to maintain consistent healing without an aggressive approach and proper positioning to activate her Inspire passive effectively.

9. Zenyatta

One With The Tranquility

Weapon	Orb of Destruction
Abilities	Orb of Discord, Orb of Harmony
Ultimate	Transcendence
Unique Passive	Snap Kick

Zenyatta serves as a strong option for players looking to provide defensive support through Harmony and Discord Orbs. While his ability to inflict damage is notable, especially against squishy characters like Tracer, he lacks mobility and durability when faced with aggressive opponents. His Ultimate can swing engagements decisively, yet his healing capabilities are limited to targeted allies, making mass healing a challenge.

8. Illari

The Power Of The Sun

Weapon	Solar Rifle
Abilities	Outburst, Healing Pylon
Ultimate	Captive Sun
Unique Passive	N/A

Illari brings complexity to the Support role with her Solar Rifle and Healing Pylon. Maximizing her healing requires strategic placement of her Pylon, while Outburst allows her to reposition quickly. Although her Ultimate, Captive Sun, can be instrumental during fights, its vulnerabilities must be considered, especially against damage-absorbing abilities.

7. Lifeweaver

Nature Heals All Wounds

Weapon	Healing Blossom, Thorn Valley
Abilities	Petal Platform, Rejuvenating Dash, Life Grip
Ultimate	Tree of Life
Unique Passive	–

Lifeweaver showcases versatility through his unique healing mechanics, most notably after recent patches that improved his Life Grip capabilities. While average in output, his abilities can heavily influence team dynamics, ensuring survivability during intense encounters.

6. Mercy

The Sponge Or The Spray?

Weapon	Caduceus Staff, Caduceus Blaster
Abilities	Guardian Angel, Resurrect
Ultimate	Valkyrie
Unique Passive	Angelic Descent, Sympathetic Recovery

Mercy remains a cornerstone of support healing in Overwatch 2. Despite gameplay challenges, her unique ability to damage boost and resurrect teammates offers enormous strategic advantages, particularly in low-rank play. Mastering her movement is crucial for survival, especially against enemy snipers.

5. Moira

Mad Scientist Blues

Weapon	Biotic Grasp
Abilities	Biotic Orb, Fade
Ultimate	Coalescence
Unique Passive	–

Moira excels in chaotic maps, delivering crucial area control with her Biotic Orbs while simultaneously healing multiple allies. Her Coalescence Ultimate offers high damage while providing healing, making her a dynamic force on the battlefield.

4. Juno

One Giant Leap For Martians

Weapon	Mediblaster
Abilities	Pulsar Torpedoes, Glide Boost, Hyper Ring
Ultimate	Orbital Ray
Unique Passive	Martian Overboots

Juno stands out with her excellent range of healing abilities. Though she faced nerfs, her gameplay remains effective, especially with her Orbital Ray Ultimate capable of leading the charge against enemies during team pushes.

3. Well

A Sleep Dart From Grandma

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Weapon	Biotic Rifle
Abilities	Sleep Dart, Biotic Grenade
Ultimate	Nano Boost
Unique Passive	–

Ana’s strategic playstyle continues to shine with improved healing and damage output via her Biotic Rifle. Her Sleep Dart ability can disrupt crucial enemy ultimates, while the Biotic Grenade provides significant healing boosts to allies, cementing her position as one of the top healers in the game.

2. Baptiste

A Mix Of Grenades And Immortality

Weapon	Biotic Launcher
Abilities	Regenerative Burst, Immortality Field
Ultimate	Amplification Matrix
Unique Passive	Exo Boots

Baptiste continues to be a powerhouse in the support role, thanks to the synergies among his abilities. His Immortality Field can save allies from the brink of death, while his Amplification Matrix amplifies both healing and offensive capabilities efficiently.

1. There is

All It Takes Is One Kitsune Rush

Weapon	Healing Ofuda, Kunai
Abilities	Swift Step, Protection Suzu
Ultimate	Kitsune Rush
Unique Passive	Wall Climb

Kiriko excels in healing output while providing exceptional utility through her Swift Step and Protection Suzu abilities. Her potential to turn the tide with Kitsune Rush, combined with high offensive capabilities using Kunai, makes her the most versatile Support hero currently available in Overwatch 2. Strategic pairings with other heroes can lead to devastating effectiveness on the battlefield.

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