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Close Call best brawlers

Compare map-specific Brawler picks for Close Call, then open a guide for builds, counters, teammates, and broader mode performance.

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116 matches in saved sample 14 brawlers compared Reliable sample saved
Close Call Brawl Stars map layout
Last reliable sample

This map is not present in enough current battle results, so the ranking below preserves its most recent reliable sample from August 28, 2026.

Map-specific meta

Best brawlers for Close Call

These placements belong to this map. They do not replace the overall or mode-wide tier lists.

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#1Map leader GROM Brawl Stars GROMArtillery Win rate100.0% Observed usage3.4% Matches4 #2Runner-up BONNIE Brawl Stars BONNIEMarksman Win rate100.0% Observed usage2.6% Matches3 #3Third pick MR. P Brawl Stars MR. PController Win rate100.0% Observed usage2.6% Matches3

Complete map ranking

14 brawlers compared
#4 SIRIUS Brawl StarsSIRIUSOpen brawler guide ControllerRole 100.0%Win rate 2.6%Observed usage 3Matches #5 CARL Brawl StarsCARLOpen brawler guide Damage DealerRole 100.0%Win rate 2.6%Observed usage 3Matches #6 NORI Brawl StarsNORIOpen brawler guide Damage DealerRole 100.0%Win rate 2.6%Observed usage 3Matches #7 TICK Brawl StarsTICKOpen brawler guide ArtilleryRole 100.0%Win rate 2.6%Observed usage 3Matches #8 FRANK Brawl StarsFRANKOpen brawler guide TankRole 100.0%Win rate 2.6%Observed usage 3Matches #9 RUFFS Brawl StarsRUFFSOpen brawler guide SupportRole 75.0%Win rate 3.4%Observed usage 4Matches #10 MICO Brawl StarsMICOOpen brawler guide AssassinRole 50.0%Win rate 3.4%Observed usage 4Matches #11 SPROUT Brawl StarsSPROUTOpen brawler guide ArtilleryRole 66.7%Win rate 2.6%Observed usage 3Matches #12 JACKY Brawl StarsJACKYOpen brawler guide TankRole 66.7%Win rate 2.6%Observed usage 3Matches #13 OLLIE Brawl StarsOLLIEOpen brawler guide TankRole 66.7%Win rate 2.6%Observed usage 3Matches #14 GUS Brawl StarsGUSOpen brawler guide SupportRole 33.3%Win rate 2.6%Observed usage 3Matches

Map decision

How to choose on Close Call

Win elimination rounds with no respawns until the next round. Start with the map ranking above, then balance range, lane control, wall interaction, and the job your team still needs.

Control a lane

Choose a brawler whose useful range and pressure fit the space you plan to hold.

Protect the objective

Keep enough control, sustain, or burst damage to stop a direct enemy push.

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Map questions

Close Call FAQ

What are the best brawlers for Close Call?

GROM, BONNIE, MR. P currently lead the recent Close Call comparison. Check the tiers and match samples on this page before choosing.

What game mode uses Close Call?

Close Call is currently associated with Knockout in the available rotation and recent results.

Should I use the map ranking or the overall tier list?

Use both. The overall tier list shows broad strength, while this map ranking focuses on how brawlers perform on Close Call. Team composition and player comfort still matter.

How often can Close Call rankings change?

Rankings can move after new matches, map rotations, balance changes, and new brawlers. The update date on this page shows the latest available snapshot.