Overwatch 2 has introduced a fresh mode called Stadium, and I can’t get enough of it.
Stadium mode spans up to 7 rounds, where players clash in different styles using a selected group from the main Overwatch roster. Here’s the twist: each round rewards you with cash to buy items, similar to a MOBA experience.
The range of items, abilities, and passives blend and interact in unique ways, turning Overwatch 2 into something almost new. Adding third-person gameplay gives it an extra dimension.
If you’re new to Stadium mode, you may not have time to sift through the lengthy list of perks and abilities in Overwatch 2. I’ve checked out some online guides for Moira and found them lacking. So, here’s my take on Moira, including tips to improve your gameplay.
Moira’s Best Powers in Stadium Mode
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| Round | Name | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cross-Orbal | Launches an extra [Biotic Orb] of a different type with half capacity. |
| 3 | Multiball | Launches 2 extra orbs of the chosen type with significantly reduced effectiveness. |
| 5 | Optimal Overflow | After using 50 [Biotic Energy], launch the selected [Biotic Orb] with reduced duration. |
| 7 | Phantasm | Using [Fade], spawn a stationary copy of the last [Biotic Orb] with shorter duration. |
Moira may be labeled as a support hero, but she’s known for dealing quite a bit of damage. Her area-of-effect abilities are perfect for those who might not have precise aiming skills. On console, you can even ramp up joystick speed without losing accuracy, unlike hitscan heroes.
Ultimately, she’s still a support class, and this build lets you enjoy the best of both worlds.
The strategy is simple: spam Biotic Orbs everywhere. The first level adds pressure by combining healing and damage. Further levels let you add more orbs, useful for both tasks. This method excels in maps with narrow corridors, but you can still obliterate squishy enemies by launching a barrage of orbs and then retreating.
The items enhance this build further, stacking ability power and expanding orb range.
Moira’s Top Item Picks for Stadium Mode
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| Item Name | Description | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Nano Cola | +20% Ability Power. | Boosts Moira’s orb damage and healing. |
| Smart Orbs | +5% Ability Power; slower orbs during damage or healing. | Ideal for tracking moving targets, but beware of slower travel across long distances. |
| Extendrils | +10% Ability Power, +30% Tendril Range. | Longer range means more effective orbs. |
| Champion’s Kit | +40% Ability Power. | Pricey, but allows massive power stacking in longer matches. |
| Liquid Nitrogen | +25 Health, +10% Ability Power; slows enemies by 20% when dealing damage. | Combined with Smart Orbs, it can constantly slow attackers, possibly leading to future nerfs. |
These items focus on increasing Moira’s ability power, which drives both her damage and healing. Feel free to customize as needed for your style.
With Moira’s multiball abilities, you can pinpoint weaker opponents and attack relentlessly. Smart Orbs slow when making contact, which is perfect for taking out airborne enemies like Mercy. Healing orbs will move with you, aiding in defeating aggressive foes.
Once you’ve accumulated enough cash, adding Liquid Nitrogen to Smart Orbs can further slow opponents, throwing off heroes like Genji. Such combos are bound to face adjustments in the future.
The strategy of stacking Ability Power items ensures Moira’s damage and healing grow consistently, also boosting her ultimate significantly. Combine Fade, unleash orbs, then activate your ultimate for devastating results.
Why Stadium Mode in Overwatch 2 Stands Out
Stadium Mode in Overwatch 2 has breathed new life into the game for me. It builds on the success of earlier systems and offers some of the personalization that was anticipated in the now-canceled Story Mode.
Balancing is still a work in progress. Some characters, like Moira and Mei, might feel overpowered, while others need a boost. But, the potential is undeniable. Overwatch 2 continues to captivate its audience nearly ten years later.
Stadium Mode is now playing on Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Windows PC.
