Best Emz Counters in Brawl Stars 2026
The top brawlers that beat Emz in 2026 — by real win rate.
Emz is a top-tier, meta-defining pick in Brawl Stars 2026, sitting at S-tier with a live win rate of 56.2% and a pick rate of 1.7%. As a Epic Controller, Emz is currently trending up (+0.3 over 7 days). It shines most in casual and quest play, where players can lean on its core strengths and map control. If you want to climb with Emz, prioritise favourable maps and modes, trade only with an advantage, and exploit its class identity as a controller to dictate the pace of every fight.
Top 3 counters to Emz
- 1
A54.5%Nita
Damage Dealer with a 54.5% win rate — punishes a controller like Emz.
- 2
A54.3%Alli
Damage Dealer with a 54.3% win rate — punishes a controller like Emz.
- 3
A54.1%Ziggy
Damage Dealer with a 54.1% win rate — punishes a controller like Emz.
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How to counter Emz — tips
- ✦Bait their Super before forcing the objective
- ✦Draft Nita and lean on the "Bear With Me" Star Power — it is the most consistent answer to Emz (54.5% win rate in the matchup).
- ✦Bait their Super before forcing the objective
- ✦Save "Bear Paws" for the moment Emz tries to land its Super — it cuts the key window.
- ✦Bait Emz's "Friendzoner" from behind cover before you commit; that Gadget is its fastest answer when losing a trade.
- ✦Against Emz (S-tier, 56.2%), the key is denying space: every wall or bush you own reduces its effectiveness as a controller.
What Emz counters
Emz counters FAQ
Who is the best counter to Emz?
Nita is currently the strongest counter to Emz, with a 54.5% win rate in the matchup. Close behind are Nita, Alli, Ziggy. These picks exploit a controller's weaknesses and win most direct trades.
Why is Emz hard to beat?
Emz is a Epic Controller with a 56.2% overall win rate and a 1.7% 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 Emz 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 Nita, Alli, Ziggy when possible and play around map cover to minimise its damage.
