Best R-T Counters in Brawl Stars 2026
The top brawlers that beat R-T in 2026 — by real win rate.
R-T is a solid, reliable choice in Brawl Stars 2026, sitting at B-tier with a live win rate of 52.8% and a pick rate of 18.3%. As a Mythic Damage Dealer, R-T is currently trending down (-0.8 over 7 days). It shines most in mid-trophy ladder, where players can lean on its core strengths and map control. If you want to climb with R-T, prioritise favourable maps and modes, trade only with an advantage, and exploit its class identity as a damage dealer to dictate the pace of every fight.
Top 3 counters to R-T
- 1
A53.2%Crow
Assassin with a 53.2% win rate — punishes a damage dealer like R-T.
- 2
A53.1%Cordelius
Assassin with a 53.1% win rate — punishes a damage dealer like R-T.
- 3
A53%Glowy
Support with a 53% win rate — punishes a damage dealer like R-T.
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How to counter R-T — tips
- ✦Punish their reload windows with burst pressure
- ✦Draft Crow and lean on the "Extra Toxic" Star Power — it is the most consistent answer to R-T (53.2% win rate in the matchup).
- ✦Punish their reload windows with burst pressure
- ✦Save "Instapoison" for the moment R-T tries to land its Super — it cuts the key window.
- ✦Bait R-T's "Out Of Line" from behind cover before you commit; that Gadget is its fastest answer when losing a trade.
- ✦Against R-T (B-tier, 52.8%), the key is denying space: every wall or bush you own reduces its effectiveness as a damage dealer.
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Who is the best counter to R-T?
Crow is currently the strongest counter to R-T, with a 53.2% win rate in the matchup. Close behind are Crow, Cordelius, Glowy. These picks exploit a damage dealer's weaknesses and win most direct trades.
Why is R-T hard to beat?
R-T is a Mythic Damage Dealer with a 52.8% overall win rate and a 18.3% 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 R-T 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, Glowy when possible and play around map cover to minimise its damage.
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