Top Moira Builds for Overwatch 2 Stadium Mode

Overwatch 2 introduces a fresh game mode called Stadium, and I must admit, I’m quite hooked.

Picture this: a match spread across up to seven rounds, where players dive into various modes using a subset of the main Overwatch roster. Here’s the twist—each round lets you earn cash to spend on items, giving it a MOBA-like flair.

The diverse mix of items, powers, and passive abilities work together in surprising ways, turning Overwatch 2 into something almost new. The addition of third-person gameplay is a neat touch, enriching the experience.

Just getting started with Stadium mode? You might not have time to wade through the extensive list of perks and abilities in Overwatch 2 Stadium. I explored some “best build guides” for Moira online and found them lacking. So, here’s my take on Moira’s build and some handy tips. Trust me, it’s a game-changer.

Top Moira Powers in Overwatch 2 Stadium

• Round 1: Cross-Orbal
  Launches an extra Biotic Orb of the opposite type with half the capacity.

• Round 3: Multiball
  Releases two extra orbs of your chosen type but with 85% reduced effectiveness.

• Round 5: Optimal Overflow
  After using 50 Biotic Energy, unleash your last selected Biotic Orb at a reduced duration of 75%.

• Round 7: Phantasm
  Using Fade spawns a stationary copy of the last selected Biotic Orb with a 50% reduction in duration.

Moira, notorious for being more of a damage-dealer while technically a support hero, is perfect for those who may not have pinpoint aiming skills—like me. Her orbs and Biotic Grasp excel with area-of-effect capabilities. On consoles, this build lets you ramp up your joystick’s turn speed without sacrificing accuracy, unlike hitscan heroes.

Ultimately, this setup keeps her supportive at heart while offering aggressive gameplay. The focus is to scatter Biotic Orbs around consistently. The initial perk increases pressure on damage dealers and other healers, enabling simultaneous healing and damage-dealing. As you progress, more orbs become available, perfect for healing or dishing out significant damage. This strategy thrives on maps with tight corridors, effectively targeting DPS and support heroes.

Adding items into the mix boosts this build’s lethal potential, stacking ability power and extending orb range.

Best Moira Items for Overwatch 2 Stadium

• Nano Cola: Increases ability power by 20%. Essential for maximizing orb damage and healing.

• Smart Orbs: Increases ability power by 5%, while slowing down Biotic Orb travel by 50% during impact. Great for tracking, but use wisely as it can hinder long-range shots.

• Extendrils: Provides a 10% ability power boost and extends Biotic Orb range by 30%. Larger range equals more impact.

• Champion’s Kit: Offers a whopping 40% ability power increase. Although expensive, investing in this over longer matches can eventually double your ability power—insanely powerful.

• Liquid Nitrogen: Adds 25 health and 10% ability power, plus a slowing effect on targets hit for 3 seconds. When combined with Smart Orbs, it can immobilize opponents—a hilariously effective combo that might be toned down soon.

Building around Moira’s ability power is key; that’s where her damage and healing shine. The items I’ve highlighted form the backbone of this strategy, but feel free to sprinkle in what suits you best.

Once you start mastering Moira’s multiball features, target weaker opponents and bombard them outright. Post-Smart Orbs, orbs will decelerate when hitting or healing, offering a great chance to target airborne characters like Mercy or Juno. Healing orbs will stay with you, shielding you and accompanying your target. It’s excellent for halting flankers who expect easy kills. If cash allows, layer Liquid Nitrogen with Smart Orbs to add a debilitating slow effect—a nightmare for heroes like Genji and Cassidy, though probably set for a future nerf.

Stacking ability items makes both damage and healing thrive, empowering Moira’s ultimate too. Imagine unleashing a death ball barrage, tossing in four more, then using your ultimate—it’s team-wiping chaos.

Overwatch 2 Stadium: A Refreshing Adventure

Overwatch 2’s new Stadium Mode is perhaps the most exhilarating experience I’ve had with the game recently. It expands on the successful perk systems from earlier modes, delivering on the customization promises once meant for the defunct Overwatch 2 "Story Mode."

Balancing might take a while to perfect. Currently, playing Moira and Mei feels overwhelmingly powerful, while heroes like Ashe need some improvement. Despite these hiccups, the potential is evident. Overwatch 2 continues to provide for its community, even after nearly a decade.

Stadium Mode is ready for you now on Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Windows PC. Enjoy the chaos!