8-Bit Counters

Q: Why is 8-Bit hard to beat?

8-Bit is a Super Rare Damage Dealer with a 49% overall win rate and a 11.4% pick rate. Its kit lets it control space and punish positioning mistakes, so you need brawlers that break its range or its core mechanic.

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How to beat 8-Bit

The best counters to 8-Bit right now are Cordelius, Shade, Lily. Cordelius (Assassin) pressures 8-Bit thanks to a 53.1% win rate and a kit that punishes damage dealer positioning. Shade (Assassin) pressures 8-Bit thanks to a 52.8% win rate and a kit that punishes damage dealer positioning. Lily (Assassin) pressures 8-Bit thanks to a 52.2% win rate and a kit that punishes damage dealer positioning. Against these matchups, 8-Bit struggles to find clean trades, so respect their range, bait their key abilities and only commit when you have a numbers or cover advantage.

8-Bit counters FAQ

Who is the best counter to 8-Bit?

Cordelius is currently the strongest counter to 8-Bit, with a 53.1% win rate in the matchup. Close behind are Cordelius, Shade, Lily. These picks exploit a damage dealer's weaknesses and win most direct trades.

Why is 8-Bit hard to beat?

8-Bit is a Super Rare Damage Dealer with a 47.6% overall win rate and a 13.9% pick rate. Its kit lets it control space and punish positioning mistakes, so you need brawlers that break its range or its core mechanic.

How do I play against 8-Bit in ranked?

Respect its effective range, bait its gadgets and super before committing, and group with your team to force trades with a numbers advantage. Draft Cordelius, Shade, Lily when possible and play around map cover to minimise its damage.

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