Overwatch 2 has introduced a new game mode called Stadium, and it’s surprisingly addictive.
In a game lasting up to seven rounds, players compete across various modes with a select group from the main Overwatch roster. What sets it apart? Each round, you earn cash to spend on items, much like in a MOBA.
The mix of items, powers, and passive abilities creates a fresh experience, giving Overwatch 2 an almost new identity. Plus, the addition of third-person gameplay adds an interesting twist.
For those just diving into Stadium mode, you might not have time to read through every perk and ability list. After checking out various online guides for Moira, I found most lacking. So, here’s my Moira build with tips on how to make the most of it.
Best Moira Powers for Overwatch 2 Stadium
In the table below, you’ll find the details of Moira’s best abilities across different rounds:
- Round 1: Cross-Orbal – This launches an additional Biotic Orb of the opposite type with reduced capacity.
- Round 3: Multiball – You can launch two extra orbs of your chosen type with less effectiveness.
- Round 5: Optimal Overflow – After spending Biotic Energy, launch the last selected orb with a shorter duration.
- Round 7: Phantasm – Using Fade spawns a stationary copy of the last orb with a reduced time.
Moira is a notorious support hero who doubles as a damage dealer. Her orbs and Biotic Grasp are perfect for players without pinpoint aim due to their area effects. This build allows you to support while dealing significant damage.
The strategy here is to bombard the field with Biotic Orbs. The initial rounds allow you to pressure opponents and heal allies simultaneously. The subsequent upgrades add more orbs, perfect for confined maps with corridors, enabling massive damage or healing bursts.
Best Moira Items in Overwatch 2 Stadium
When it comes to items, focus on boosting Moira’s ability power:
- Nano Cola offers a 20% increase in ability power, enhancing both orb damage and healing.
- Smart Orbs slow orb movement by 50% when dealing damage or healing, great for tracking foes.
- Extendrils increase orb range, making your attacks more potent.
- Champion’s Kit is costly but can boost ability power significantly, enhancing Moira’s effectiveness.
- Liquid Nitrogen adds health and slows targets when dealing ability damage, perfect with Smart Orbs for keeping foes at bay.
Build around these items to enhance Moira’s damage and healing abilities. Once equipped with multiball capabilities, targeting weaker opponents becomes a breeze.
Adding Smart Orbs ensures your orbs travel slower, making it easier to hit airborne targets like Mercy. Combine this with Liquid Nitrogen to add a slowing effect on heroes, turning the tide in your favor.
Stacking ability power items enhances your damage and healing, making Moira’s ultimate devastating. Launch a barrage of orbs and unleash your ultimate to dismantle entire teams.
Overwatch 2 Stadium is a Hidden Gem
Stadium Mode is a refreshing addition to Overwatch 2, building on perk systems and offering customization reminiscent of the old “Story Mode” concept.
Balancing the game will take time. Some characters feel overpowered, while others, like Ashe, need tweaks. Nonetheless, Overwatch 2 continues to deliver engaging content to its fanbase, nearly a decade on.
Overwatch 2’s Stadium Mode is available on Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Windows PC.
