Control a lane
Choose a brawler whose useful range and pressure fit the space you plan to hold.
Knockout
Out in the Open best brawlers
Compare map-specific Brawler picks for Out in the Open, then open a guide for builds, counters, teammates, and broader mode performance.
Map-specific meta
Best brawlers for Out in the Open
These placements belong to this map. They do not replace the overall or mode-wide tier lists.
#1Map leader
PEARLDamage Dealer
Win rate57.1%
Observed usage14.3%
Matches7
#2Runner-up
PIPERMarksman
Win rate80.0%
Observed usage10.2%
Matches5
#3Third pick
GRAYSupport
Win rate80.0%
Observed usage10.2%
Matches5
PEARLDamage Dealer
Win rate57.1%
Observed usage14.3%
Matches7
#2Runner-up
PIPERMarksman
Win rate80.0%
Observed usage10.2%
Matches5
#3Third pick
GRAYSupport
Win rate80.0%
Observed usage10.2%
Matches5
Complete map ranking
10 brawlers compared
#4
BELLEOpen brawler guide
MarksmanRole
60.0%Win rate
10.2%Observed usage
5Matches
#5
BYRONOpen brawler guide
SupportRole
50.0%Win rate
8.2%Observed usage
4Matches
#6
NANIOpen brawler guide
MarksmanRole
66.7%Win rate
6.1%Observed usage
3Matches
#7
PIERCEOpen brawler guide
MarksmanRole
66.7%Win rate
6.1%Observed usage
3Matches
#8
STARR NOVAOpen brawler guide
Damage DealerRole
66.7%Win rate
6.1%Observed usage
3Matches
#9
CROWOpen brawler guide
AssassinRole
33.3%Win rate
6.1%Observed usage
3Matches
#10
8-BITOpen brawler guide
Damage DealerRole
33.3%Win rate
6.1%Observed usage
3Matches
BELLEOpen brawler guide
MarksmanRole
60.0%Win rate
10.2%Observed usage
5Matches
#5
BYRONOpen brawler guide
SupportRole
50.0%Win rate
8.2%Observed usage
4Matches
#6
NANIOpen brawler guide
MarksmanRole
66.7%Win rate
6.1%Observed usage
3Matches
#7
PIERCEOpen brawler guide
MarksmanRole
66.7%Win rate
6.1%Observed usage
3Matches
#8
STARR NOVAOpen brawler guide
Damage DealerRole
66.7%Win rate
6.1%Observed usage
3Matches
#9
CROWOpen brawler guide
AssassinRole
33.3%Win rate
6.1%Observed usage
3Matches
#10
8-BITOpen brawler guide
Damage DealerRole
33.3%Win rate
6.1%Observed usage
3Matches
Map decision
How to choose on Out in the Open
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.
Protect the objective
Keep enough control, sustain, or burst damage to stop a direct enemy push.
Cover weak matchups
Use the matchup builder when two picks look close.
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Map questions
Out in the Open FAQ
What are the best brawlers for Out in the Open?
PEARL, PIPER, GRAY currently lead the recent Out in the Open comparison. Check the tiers and match samples on this page before choosing.
What game mode uses Out in the Open?
Out in the Open 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 Out in the Open. Team composition and player comfort still matter.
How often can Out in the Open 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.