Best Gene Counters in Brawl Stars 2026
The top brawlers that beat Gene in 2026 — by real win rate.
Gene is a situational, niche pick in Brawl Stars 2026, sitting at D-tier with a live win rate of 44.2% and a pick rate of 1.1%. As a Mythic Controller, Gene is currently trending down (-2.5 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 Gene, 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 Gene
- 1
A53.2%Crow
Assassin with a 53.2% win rate — punishes a controller like Gene.
- 2
A53.1%Cordelius
Assassin with a 53.1% win rate — punishes a controller like Gene.
- 3
A53%Glowbert
Damage Dealer with a 53% win rate — punishes a controller like Gene.
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How to counter Gene — tips
- ✦Dive them with an Assassin while they're zoning
- ✦Draft Crow and lean on the "Extra Toxic" Star Power — it is the most consistent answer to Gene (53.2% win rate in the matchup).
- ✦Bait their Super before forcing the objective
- ✦Save "Instapoison" for the moment Gene tries to land its Super — it cuts the key window.
- ✦Bait Gene's "Lamp Blowout" from behind cover before you commit; that Gadget is its fastest answer when losing a trade.
- ✦Against Gene (D-tier, 44.2%), the key is denying space: every wall or bush you own reduces its effectiveness as a controller.
What Gene counters
Gene counters FAQ
Who is the best counter to Gene?
Crow is currently the strongest counter to Gene, with a 53.2% win rate in the matchup. Close behind are Crow, Cordelius, Glowbert. These picks exploit a controller's weaknesses and win most direct trades.
Why is Gene hard to beat?
Gene is a Mythic Controller with a 44.2% overall win rate and a 1.1% 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 Gene 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 Crow, Cordelius, Glowbert when possible and play around map cover to minimise its damage.
