Starr Nova Counters

Q: Why is Starr Nova hard to beat?

Starr Nova is a Mythic Controller with a 48.8% overall win rate and a 6.9% pick rate. Its kit lets it control space and punish positioning mistakes, so you need brawlers that break its range or its core mechanic.

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How to beat Starr Nova

The best counters to Starr Nova right now are Alli, Ziggy, Clancy. Alli (Damage Dealer) pressures Starr Nova thanks to a 54.3% win rate and a kit that punishes controller positioning. Ziggy (Damage Dealer) pressures Starr Nova thanks to a 54.1% win rate and a kit that punishes controller positioning. Clancy (Damage Dealer) pressures Starr Nova thanks to a 54.1% win rate and a kit that punishes controller positioning. Against these matchups, Starr Nova struggles to find clean trades, so respect their range, bait their key abilities and only commit when you have a numbers or cover advantage.

Starr Nova counters FAQ

Who is the best counter to Starr Nova?

Alli is currently the strongest counter to Starr Nova, with a 54.3% win rate in the matchup. Close behind are Alli, Ziggy, Clancy. These picks exploit a controller's weaknesses and win most direct trades.

Why is Starr Nova hard to beat?

Starr Nova is a Mythic Controller with a 48% overall win rate and a 8.2% 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 Starr Nova 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 Alli, Ziggy, Clancy when possible and play around map cover to minimise its damage.

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