Symmetra Counter
Best counter-picks for Symmetra
Symmetra is countered by heroes who can destroy her turrets quickly or avoid her beam damage. Dive tanks and ranged hitscans limit her effectiveness.
More counter-picks for Symmetra
Symmetra struggles against high mobility and ranged poke. Heroes who avoid her turrets or punish her close-range beam leave her with little impact.
Symmetra is strong against
Symmetra excels in tight corridors and chokepoints, where her turrets and Photon Projector beam control space effectively. She punishes tanks that feed her beam charge.
Summary & Playstyle
Symmetra is a close-range damage hero who excels at area control and sustained pressure. Her Photon Projector beam ramps up damage over time, making her dangerous against tanks and clustered enemies. With Sentry Turrets, she creates traps that slow and chip away at opponents. Her Teleporter provides unique utility, enabling quick rotations, aggressive pushes, or emergency retreats. Smart placement of turrets and Teleporter defines effective Symmetra play, as they create both defensive setups and offensive openings. Symmetra’s Photon Barrier ultimate divides the battlefield, blocking enemy fire and forcing repositioning. She thrives in brawl and control-heavy compositions, particularly on maps with tight spaces. For players who enjoy creative setups and space control, Symmetra is a rewarding hero with strong strategic depth.