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The Emptiness Machine best brawlers

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

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712 recent matches 28 brawlers compared Updated September 8, 2026

The Emptiness Machine Brawl Stars map layout

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Map-specific meta

Best brawlers for The Emptiness Machine

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

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#1Map leader

GRAYSupport Win rate84.3% Observed usage9.8% Matches70 #2Runner-up

PIPERMarksman Win rate97.9% Observed usage6.7% Matches48 #3Third pick

AMBERController Win rate89.1% Observed usage7.7% Matches55

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28 brawlers compared

LOUOpen brawler guide ControllerRole 77.8%Win rate 8.8%Observed usage 63Matches #5

MR. POpen brawler guide ControllerRole 90.9%Win rate 6.2%Observed usage 44Matches #6

GENEOpen brawler guide ControllerRole 84.6%Win rate 7.3%Observed usage 52Matches #7

EL PRIMOOpen brawler guide TankRole 75.0%Win rate 8.4%Observed usage 60Matches #8

LUMIOpen brawler guide Damage DealerRole 76.7%Win rate 6.0%Observed usage 43Matches #9

SAMOpen brawler guide AssassinRole 84.8%Win rate 4.6%Observed usage 33Matches #10

BELLEOpen brawler guide MarksmanRole 100.0%Win rate 1.8%Observed usage 13Matches #11

BROCKOpen brawler guide MarksmanRole 100.0%Win rate 1.7%Observed usage 12Matches #12

KITOpen brawler guide SupportRole 100.0%Win rate 1.7%Observed usage 12Matches #13

GUSOpen brawler guide SupportRole 93.8%Win rate 2.2%Observed usage 16Matches #14

LARRY & LAWRIEOpen brawler guide ArtilleryRole 100.0%Win rate 1.5%Observed usage 11Matches #15

EMZOpen brawler guide ControllerRole 82.6%Win rate 3.2%Observed usage 23Matches #16

BOOpen brawler guide ControllerRole 76.9%Win rate 3.7%Observed usage 26Matches #17

OTISOpen brawler guide ControllerRole 69.6%Win rate 3.2%Observed usage 23Matches #18

PEARLOpen brawler guide Damage DealerRole 69.6%Win rate 3.2%Observed usage 23Matches #19

GLOWYOpen brawler guide SupportRole 87.5%Win rate 1.1%Observed usage 8Matches #20

ANGELOOpen brawler guide MarksmanRole 85.7%Win rate 1.0%Observed usage 7Matches #21

ASHOpen brawler guide TankRole 100.0%Win rate 0.6%Observed usage 4Matches #22

MAISIEOpen brawler guide MarksmanRole 66.7%Win rate 2.1%Observed usage 15Matches #23

BYRONOpen brawler guide SupportRole 69.2%Win rate 1.8%Observed usage 13Matches #24

JUJUOpen brawler guide ArtilleryRole 83.3%Win rate 0.8%Observed usage 6Matches #25

HANKOpen brawler guide TankRole 50.0%Win rate 0.8%Observed usage 6Matches #26

COLETTEOpen brawler guide Damage DealerRole 37.5%Win rate 1.1%Observed usage 8Matches #27

SIRIUSOpen brawler guide ControllerRole 0.0%Win rate 0.4%Observed usage 3Matches #28

MINAOpen brawler guide Damage DealerRole 0.0%Win rate 0.4%Observed usage 3Matches

Map decision

How to choose on The Emptiness Machine

Adapt your brawler, build, and positioning to this mode and map layout. 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.

Cover weak matchups

Use the matchup builder when two picks look close.

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The Emptiness Machine FAQ

What are the best brawlers for The Emptiness Machine?

GRAY, PIPER, AMBER currently lead the recent The Emptiness Machine comparison. Check the tiers and match samples on this page before choosing.

What game mode uses The Emptiness Machine?

The Emptiness Machine is currently associated with Knockout 5v5 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 The Emptiness Machine. Team composition and player comfort still matter.

How often can The Emptiness Machine 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.