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Sigma is a pure tank hero akin to Reinhardt and Orisa introduced earlier. This is a valuable addition to Overwatch as the game has lacked heroes with pure tanking capabilities. To delve deeper into Sigma, check out Details of the new hero Sigma in Overwatch here.
Is Sigma difficult to play?
Overwatch utilizes a star rating system to evaluate the difficulty of each hero. A 1-star hero is the easiest to control, typically suitable for beginners, while 2-star heroes pose a moderate level of difficulty for experienced players. 3-star heroes present the highest level of difficulty, requiring seasoned players with good skills and reflexes.
The new hero Sigma has a 3-star rating, indicating that he is challenging to play and requires several hundred hours of experience to master. Therefore, if you are new to Overwatch, it's best to set aside playing Sigma for now and practice with easier heroes first.
Guide: Playing Sigma in Overwatch
1. Understand Sigma's Role in the Team Composition
To start playing any hero in MOBA games, every gamer needs to understand the role of the hero in the match and in the team composition. For Sigma, he is a pure tanker with limited mobility, despite having long-range weapons but short-range attacks.
Sigma is not suitable for roles like solo ganking, split pushing, or high-speed skirmishes. This hero excels when close to teammates, acting as a shield to protect them, controlling and dominating crowded hotspots, which are also areas where Sigma's skill set can maximize its strength.
2. When to Use Sigma
When the team needs a sturdy tanker to lead the frontline assault, while lacking a hero with area control abilities, Sigma is the suitable choice. If there's a teammate playing Pharah, this duo will be a formidable combo on the battlefield. Sigma's weapon - Hyperspheres - is extremely effective in narrow corridors due to its continuous bouncing capability, although combat in these areas should be limited.
Sigma possesses a large physique, resulting in a wide hitbox, which can provide ample cover for teammates but also makes him an easy target for various types of damage due to his sluggishness. Therefore, never allow Sigma to be overwhelmed by enemy numbers; retreat as soon as possible and wait for teammates to provide support.
3. Using Skills Appropriately
- Skill 1: Sigma's Experimental Barrier has a significant advantage over shields like Reinhardt's or Orisa's because it can be precisely placed where the player wants. Sigma can instantly shield crucial positions, such as flanks or the backline, without needing to physically reach those positions.
- Skill 2: Kinetic Grasp is highly effective when surrounded by numerous enemies. This skill also helps Sigma control the area efficiently by absorbing damage into shields for himself, rendering enemies unable to deal damage for a period, creating opportunities for teammates.
- Skill 3: Accretion is an effective skill for dealing damage and controlling enemies, even capable of instantly eliminating an enemy by knocking them off a cliff.
- Ultimate Skill: Gravitic Flux has the ability to control a wide area, disabling and damaging numerous enemies within the vicinity.
4. Counter Heroes to Note
With his sluggishness and the need to always be near teammates, Roadhog with his Chain Hook ability can separate Sigma from the team, making him vulnerable to being outnumbered without being able to retaliate. Pay attention to heroes with crowd-control abilities that can prevent Sigma from using his skills or quickly remove Sigma from a safe area, diminishing his effectiveness in combat.
Above is a guide on how to play Sigma in Overwatch. We wish you can quickly master this hero and become the MVP of every match. Additionally, make sure to regularly explore various Overwatch gameplay techniques from gamers worldwide.
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