This page covers all matchups for Sombra (Damage): 17 heroes Sombra is strong against, and 8 heroes that counter Sombra — each with an explanation of why the matchup works. Struggling against an enemy Sombra? Consider switching to Cassidy, Junkrat, Sierra.
Sombra is strong against 17 heroes
If you use a hack to disable the Grappling Claw, most of its functions will stop working.
A hack can completely disable all abilities that trigger combos
Hack disables Reconfigure, wasting Bastion's time stuck in Configuration: Assault.
Use a hack to disable Life Grip and the Petal Platform, preventing a rescue
You can use a hack to disable Fortify and Javelin Spin, leaving the target defenseless.
A hack can neutralize your warding stance and mobility
Hack shuts down Frenetic Flight, turning the cat into a small target with no aerial mobility.
You can hack to disable sentry turrets and teleporters
You can disable the wall-ride and crossfade effects with a hack
Use a hack to shut down Barrow and Drill Dash, preventing them from retreating into invincibility
If you use a hack to disable Quick Dash and Updraft, Freyja—who relies on her mobility—will become nothing more than a sitting duck.
If you use a hack to disable Cardiac Overdrive and Overrun, you'll become a large, defenseless target.
If you use a hack to seal the Guardian Angel, there's no way to escape.
Use a hack to get the pick through without triggering the Immortality Field
Hack disables Swift Strike, Deflect, and Wall Climb all at once.
Hack disables both Rushing Torrent and Guardian Wave, stripping away Wu Yang's escape and protection at once.
Hack locks out Violent Leap and Spike Guard, isolating him right after he dives in.
Sombra is weak against 8 heroes
Use a magnetic grenade to disable the translocator and make sure they don't escape
Caught Stealthily Approaching by "Trap" and "Total Mayhem"
Marked enemies have a harder time evading homing missiles, and you can hunt them down as they try to escape after a surprise attack.
The turret detects the stealth unit's approach and exposes it
Since the hack is interrupted when you take damage, if you get there first, you can win the firefight.
You can counter close-range surprise attacks with your barrier shield and flail.
Protection Suzu cleanses even the ability lockout from Hack.
Even if you're caught off guard, you can immediately break away with "Fade" and drive them back with "Grasp."
Sombra's Kit at a Glance
Sombra's Perks
Upgrades you can pick by leveling up during a match — one Minor (level 2) and one Major (level 3).
Hack can be used while invisible, successful hacks increase the duration of stealth by 3 seconds.
Teleporting with Translocator while below half health initiates passive health regeneration.
Hacked health packs provide allies with 25% increased movement speed and 50 overhealth for 4 seconds.
Hitting a hacked enemy with Virus spreads Virus to enemies within 8 meters.
Facing an enemy Sombra?
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