Marvel Rivals

The Punisher Counter

Best counter-picks for The Punisher

Mobile initiators and zoning strategists are effective answers to The Punisher’s ranged damage output.

More counter-picks for The Punisher

Other duelists with mobility and durable vanguards can reduce his uptime and punish his static positioning.

Good Vanguard against The Punisher
Good Duelist against The Punisher
Good Strategist against The Punisher

The Punisher is strong against

He excels at shredding immobile vanguards and fragile duelists with sustained gunfire.

Summary & Playstyle

The Punisher is a duelist focused on relentless firepower and punishing enemies with sustained ranged damage. His arsenal makes him a threat in prolonged engagements, shredding through both vanguards and fragile targets alike. He thrives in mid- to long-range battles where he can position safely. Players should focus on spacing and consistent DPS. The Punisher works best behind durable frontlines, dealing steady damage while punishing enemies who overextend. His ability to pressure objectives makes him an asset in coordinated team play. His counters include initiators who can close the gap quickly and strategists who can suppress his firing lanes. Mobile duelists also reduce his effectiveness. Despite this, when supported, The Punisher becomes a strong damage core.