Knockout

Opening Move best brawlers

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

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216 matches in saved sample 15 brawlers compared Reliable sample saved
Opening Move 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 September 18, 2026.

Map-specific meta

Best brawlers for Opening Move

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

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#1Map leader COSMO Brawl Stars COSMODamage Dealer Win rate50.8% Observed usage29.2% Matches63 #2Runner-up GRAY Brawl Stars GRAYSupport Win rate81.0% Observed usage9.7% Matches21 #3Third pick BROCK Brawl Stars BROCKMarksman Win rate100.0% Observed usage2.8% Matches6

Complete map ranking

15 brawlers compared
#4 GENE Brawl StarsGENEOpen brawler guide ControllerRole 68.8%Win rate 7.4%Observed usage 16Matches #5 WENDY Brawl StarsWENDYOpen brawler guide Damage DealerRole 80.0%Win rate 4.6%Observed usage 10Matches #6 MINA Brawl StarsMINAOpen brawler guide Damage DealerRole 66.7%Win rate 6.9%Observed usage 15Matches #7 MANDY Brawl StarsMANDYOpen brawler guide MarksmanRole 52.4%Win rate 9.7%Observed usage 21Matches #8 ANGELO Brawl StarsANGELOOpen brawler guide MarksmanRole 83.3%Win rate 2.8%Observed usage 6Matches #9 COLT Brawl StarsCOLTOpen brawler guide Damage DealerRole 66.7%Win rate 4.2%Observed usage 9Matches #10 BYRON Brawl StarsBYRONOpen brawler guide SupportRole 71.4%Win rate 3.2%Observed usage 7Matches #11 BOLT Brawl StarsBOLTOpen brawler guide Damage DealerRole 54.5%Win rate 5.1%Observed usage 11Matches #12 RICO Brawl StarsRICOOpen brawler guide Damage DealerRole 75.0%Win rate 1.9%Observed usage 4Matches #13 SHADE Brawl StarsSHADEOpen brawler guide AssassinRole 50.0%Win rate 3.7%Observed usage 8Matches #14 NANI Brawl StarsNANIOpen brawler guide MarksmanRole 50.0%Win rate 2.8%Observed usage 6Matches #15 GUS Brawl StarsGUSOpen brawler guide SupportRole 66.7%Win rate 1.4%Observed usage 3Matches

Map decision

How to choose on Opening Move

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

Opening Move FAQ

What are the best brawlers for Opening Move?

COSMO, GRAY, BROCK currently lead the recent Opening Move comparison. Check the tiers and match samples on this page before choosing.

What game mode uses Opening Move?

Opening Move 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 Opening Move. Team composition and player comfort still matter.

How often can Opening Move 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.