Essential Overwatch Support Tips

[@solidagold115]

I actually think that her movement actually makes Mercy really strong. EVERYONE tries to focus the Mercy but with a good movement you will just waste their time and distract them from the actual fight.

[@ItSpiatz]

yeah but this takes like 10 seconds for good players to realize after which they'll bait the mercy to coming towards their players getting low and then attack her

[@Solarflare_-se9il]

@@ItSpiatz a good mercy doesn’t need to get extremely close to heal and if your in danger you can super jump or slingshot making her much harder to predict

[@brown9671]

yeah its like lucio too with the self heal

[@gayplastic1237]

I feel like movement is what makes a great lucio and mercy of just good.

[@brokenbiscuit3609]

THIS. THIS RIGHT HERE. I watched my brother play as Roadhog and he could not kill their Mercy, she was just zipping all over the place. It was pretty fun to watch.

[@Kajor1]

Production quality is immaculate! Concise and clearly timestamped as well! Big PogU

[@chrury]

2:30 "Here Zenyatta is learning how not to be seen." 2:45 "This demonstrates the value of not being seen."

[@ScravyGravy]

cut everything before, in between, and after, and you have my senior essay analysis

[@julsie3195]

FINALLY Overwatch uses their platform to promote somebody who ACTUALLY plays and supports the game and community!

[@BuildingHP]

I love these community shout-outs at the end 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@Mark.Matthews]

You tube content king now..... With the smooth relaxing non tilting vibes of the one and only svb

[@moneyglitch]

SVB had an amazing way of explaining things, love the content man

[@ashketchup247]

Bruh, a full Overwatch glossary along with one of these for each class needs to be added to OW2 practice/training mode.

[@ashketchup247]

First time someone asked me to peel for them, I was like, you're not an orange wtf are you expecting from me.

[@ollig.2197]

With written exams at the end pls

[@Ethan-gj9wd]

@@ashketchup247 I just started playing again and I don't know what peeling is lol

[@ashketchup247]

@@Ethan-gj9wd It means to turn around and help your healer. A flanker is going after your back line and it's really hard to kill a tracer or genji as an ana.

[@Ethan-gj9wd]

@@ashketchup247 oh ok thanks

[@ScravyGravy]

I love seeing at 1:03 the "Die Less" text is revealed in a straight line behind the omnic's back and knowing that if I was given the job of doing that I would have fricked it up somehow.

[@theduelist6033]

I hope in overwatch 2 we get better tutorials.So that can people understand thier role in a team better. I only understand overwatch beacause of youtube.

[@FirebladeXXL]

i really hate the overwatch teams approach to teaching players. they dont realize, that a huge part of making the game more enjoyable for everyone is to teach essentials. and i dont mean "your goal is to get on point and capture it" like they do in their tutorial. i mean like really show players what ow is about. teach em about chokes. about natural cover. about regrouping. staggering the point. dying quickly if the teamfight is lost.

[@seaottar25]

Strategy isn’t a part that overwatch as a game itsself needs to teach, it only needs to teach basic mechanics. Strategy is determined by the players, you don’t see league or r6 or any other team vs team game teach strategy in their tutorials. Plus, it’s difficult to teach new players convoluted battle topics, it’s easier for the players to seek it out themselves if they want to improve.

[@FirebladeXXL]

@@seaottar25 fundamentals have nothing to do with strategy though. the problem of why the game often feels unplayable in lower elos, while lol in lower elos still can be quite enjoyable for example simply lies in that only in overwatch, lower elo players dont understand how the game is played at a basic level. they just do whatever and see if it works. and this is where overwatch is really different from any other team based pvp game ive played. and ive played lol, csgo, valorant, dota and hots. normally, the players of the different elos should differ in mechanical skill and consistancy of good choices. in overwatch, 90% of low elo players dont ever use cover, the tanks run in like its wow and they need to pull aggro, the heals think its their job to keep their braindead tanks alive only, resulting in them not making clutch plays like ever. and it goes on and on. everybody compensates for the others mistakes in the worst manner possible, keeping the spiral of bullshit alive. but if you start and teach players from the beginning, what the job and implications of their role is, for example that a tank hurts his team by taking unnecessary damage and by using his shield without it having value. or that a dps really should only be peeking cover and not playing behind shields simply because they are there. then you have a start of what could actually be a decent fucking community.

[@seaottar25]

@@FirebladeXXL there’s no way for overwatch devs to predict how their game is going to be played tbh. It’s difficult to implement at this stage, it might get better in ow2 but the best blizzard can do is just promote educational content. Tbh the devs are like plat >_> so even they don’t know what’s going on

[@ascina9222]

@@seaottar25 Of course the devs cant predict Metas but they could explain the very basics. The Tutorial is a total joke. Its ridiculous how many players dont know that the payload heals you on attack or that it moves faster the more people are on it (however this caps at 3 players max). SVB literaly had to say that Supports are not just healbots at the beginning of the video which says alot in my opinion.

[@EnderalRocks]

I've recently learned a huge tip, keeping your health above 0 keeps you alive, I'm not sure how long it's been a thing but it's super useful

[@atrain8179]

Explain

[@B2wasTaken]

The bap tip helps a lot. I like him a lot but I tend to use his lamp like mercy rez. I always toss it out at the first sign of trouble for my team without considering that me and the other support can out heal the poke damage

[@neoshenlong]

I never cease to get surprised by the amount of people who do not use natural cover in this game. They just stay in the middle of the pathway shooting at the enemies hoping they'll magically survive or something.

[@kosmosfan01]

It's especially more essential after the barrier nerfs.

[@faerris]

i genuinely needed the moira tip because with the way you explained it, i can easily make better decisions when it comes to my orbs

[@fantasticdadtastic3222]

I watch alot of OW videos and I have to say this video is really well made. SVB breaks down the very basics of what a support's job really is. Very informative and entertaining as well. Good job SVB!

[@thoqbaboy02]

Duuuuude , i know all of them kinda , but they way to simplify things and breaking down every point is sooooooooo amazing , love it man. Keep up the good work.

[@kdrewtabb]

This is so damn well done. You have to do more like this. I've spent a lot of time studying the hero roster and the numbers that go into OW, and I can explain it and coach it well, but the visual demonstration of it has always been what I've lacked. Content like this is long overdue for the playerbase. Keep it up! Great job!

[@jameswilkinson7838]

This was the best of all the Blizzard sponsored videos. Great job!

[@gamabomb6340]

You love to see it! Glad OW is taking time to spotlight you. Your grind has been insane!

[@Simon-bo6fv]

really liked the transitions there. The actual content was really helpful too!

[@Later_Nerd]

SVB!!! Man haven't watched your stuff in awhile due to not watching much OW stuff at all recently. But congrats on the spotlight within Battlenet man. You deserve it.

[@glitchlagrage788]

Dude this came out amazing! I'm glad to still hear the "Hellllloguys" even though you've blown up lol. But seriously glad OW is spotlighting you and the OW peeps shoutous at the end was a great touch. Keep doing what you're doing man really, people are really taking notice of you

[@riddlemebats9607]

The production quality is amazing! Well done to all involved, please keep this level of content. I particularly thought the use of in-game examples of the differences between certain choices very well done and helped immensely with comprehension of the idea.

[@KitsukiiPlays]

Great video!!! I realized I’m getting too frustrated with support role lately, so I’ve switched to tank... maybe this can put a new light in the way I play :3

[@nielsponcelet6097]

I did the reverse :p

[@generalatlasdiamokov1354]

I'm a support main. I mostly go between moira and zenyatta and bridgette mostly, but lately I'm doing more of mercy and bapteste. This has helped me understand how to utilize then better. Thank you

[@michaelg1778]

Excellent point on the supports healing supports. Definitely one of the biggest "mistakes" I see Mercy players making is trying to pocket their tanks and ignoring the rest of their team particularly the other support, particularly when it's an Ana or someone who can pump out more healing per second.

[@TheOzxc]

Omg that "Natural Cover" label cracked me up for some reason 😂😂😂 Great video tho!

[@SVBOW]

Thank you for all your support for making this sponsorship with Blizzard possible! If you want to buy this thumbnail as a print (since the last one of this style was so popular & without the writing, of course), then follow this link: www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/62354959?asc=u . And do go ahead and click this link to the Overwatch website so Blizzard knows you listened to me www.playoverwatch.com/creator/SVB

[@ricocarpenter2189]

Thank you for the "Support your Support" Even if your teammate is a Lucio, Brig, Moira, etc, characters with self sustain, they still may need you to give them some healing occasionally.

[@Stinkbatz]

Most important point here: Support your Supports.

[@Lunala_Plays]

Good video here! I'm going to recommend this video as I have people ask me how to improve as a support player. All the tips in this video are super helpful!

[@IheartArem]

Yes!! You got sponsored by blizzard ❤

[@fluffy_fluffinity]

really good concise video. Production quality on top as well. Keep it up! Also much love to the people who made the video possible with their gameplay

[@nick-playercharacter8583]

That yin-yang tip for Moira put the character in a whole new light. Thanks for that.

[@Oatomeal]

Hey SVB mainly a lurker here but I’m very happy that Blizzard is sponsoring one of your videos :)

[@michaeltaylor815]

This is the go-to video for anyone who plays support wants to improve in that aspect

[@spaceghostcoasttocoast9343]

This man doesn't miss! Thanks so much svb

[@SockChampion]

This is an amazing video, super props to everyone involved and thank you SVB for doing all you do for this community!

[@ondrejsupcik6903]

Great video and I really appreciate that you add a section with other content creators that specialized in a specific hero. Also so clearly shown basic with examples is extremely helpfull. Thank you very much.

[@CactusPuppy]

1:30 Ah is that what we're calling it these days? Kappa

[@dashontelamarcus1814]

Underrated. I hope that OW2 will get this channel to 100k + subs! Cheers, don't ever give up!

[@T1J]

i love the editing on this lol

[@BuckyMcDonuts]

Rocking the grampa sweater. Great vid, boss!

[@fl3x647]

Support your Support sounds a lot like the name of my support montage lol. Good video and appreciate the tips!!

[@agroed]

If there were a fourth core principle, it's APM. Make sure you're always doing something. If you're not healing on Moira you should always be right-clicking. If your teammates don't need to be healed on Ana, you should be shooting enemies.

[@kosmosfan01]

Supporting the support seems like it should be obvious but other supports sometimes can't be asked to maybe top you up to full health in the downtime when you're standing in front of them.

[@defenestrate7544]

Dude, hosted by Blizzard! Congrats mate, well deserved! 👏👏

[@billibilliyou]

This was the best guide I have seen and you didn't even have to say that much.

[@zenvig1696]

Awesome and very helpful video! Keep it up

[@diluxer4180]

Could you do a video on synergy? Like if my teammate chooses zen who could I play to help output healing? Or if my teammate is playing junk on Havana, do I go hitscan? You could do like a few tips for each hero even if you don’t explain them. I get any pick can work in the right situation but they could just be general tips when to play it safe.

[@TheNerd]

Also this comes with time and "thinking". if it doesnt work just try another thing next time and see if it works better. If you start thinking like "should i play this or this" or should i do "this or this now" you definetly going to climb. If you are on autopilot like "im just gonna do this as always" then your stuck

[@diluxer4180]

@@TheNerd. I’m not saying I don’t do that stuff, I’m asking mainly for roles I don’t play but want to improve on and I think it would be a helpful video for lower ranks too. Sometimes team comp isn’t always set in stone and I get that, there’s not always one right pick, it depends on loads of factors. I’m asking for a general blueprint of hero synergies so that I can set up plays and give myself a bit more of an advantage is all.

[@phredbookley183]

Moira tip was an eye opener. Thank you!

[@gameandbros5462]

2:45 I laughed harder than I should have!

[@Gilbot9000]

Coach, you deserved this spotlight for a long time and this 1000% demonstrates why.

[@redrobbie7977]

I love these tips. I see people say that Supports have no impact and are horrible to play as but in all reality it is them having bad positioning and not valuing their lives, plus healbotting all the time. You out do all the other overwatch channels greatly, their videos are as deep as a puddle in the street, but you teach do people can improve instead of a bunch of 'if you die you're dead' crap.

[@Silversaxophone1]

Going to link to this video often when I vod review golds and below.

[@manucanedo8039]

Best support guide out there and I've seen them all. Great work!

[@joshburger2217]

another support player to follow is Fran. Maybe less educational content but a good top500 flex support content creator

[@tymiller176]

That sponsored video prevents from my favorite hero, Brigitte, from being bashed. I approve.

[@kipfy]

so deserved man!!! i always knew that someday we'll see your face on the blizzard launcher :)

[@chriscarter2519]

I LOVE this video! Keep up the amazing work, man!

[@supersaiyansalamence]

Another tip as Bap is to shoot healing grenades directly up above your team before the enemy team engages so they land mid fight into your team providing additional healing

[@ethandickie]

So glad over watch is finally throwing you some attention

[@shevek5934]

Awesome to see Blizzard trying to get content out there to counteract some of the worst common habits. Excellent video! Should be required viewing as part of the in-game tutorial actually. Also, good lord am I sick of healbot Mercys who refuse to damage boost their Ashe/Pharah and don't let the fellow support build any ult charge.

[@juliancosta7626]

So well edited! Fantastic work as usual SVB.

[@TsuchiGamer06]

Was watching Jayne earlier and he said "healers are basically just how far you can extend" and it blew my fucking mind but ofc thank you for this video SVB

[@fizz-x1417]

Fantastic video. There are far too many videos that dont cover fundamentals enough and focus far too much on more advanced tips. Ive been trying to have my friends climb to my rank so we could enjoy the game together. This brings them far closer than any other healer vid i could think of. Thanks for looking out for the lower sr players! Not everyone's out of bronze or silver and i wish more channels understood that.

[@justshad937]

Some heavy editing. Must've taken ages to do. Congrats on Blizzards sponsorship

[@kieran622]

Great video, good reminder of all the support fundamentals that I've definitely started to forget about. Hopefully now I can repair my rank again 😂

[@nickziegler1904]

That Moira tip of using the heal orbee while damaging was a big aha moment for me honestly

[@nadamustafa512]

A really well made video. Educative, informative and to the point

[@TBT707]

0:30 i love this it makes me feel empowered for some reason 😂

[@aggrobreaker]

This is such an awesome video, thank you!

[@Nessmess001]

Svb back again with the CLUTCH content and shoutouts 😤

[@Tareq-uf4em]

Off wow a OW streamer that actually acknowledge the existence of Briggite and Zen, and that you actually explained what Support really really means, RIP OG Symmetra

[@dogs-game-too]

Great video as always! :)

[@ubilayda]

Great content, thank you! I needed this ❤️

[@daneeulj]

I’m so so happy Blizzard is boosting up SVB’s content. Even as a mid-Masters player, there’s so much to learn about this game, and SVB is SO GOOD at teaching

[@kikio6408]

This was really helpful! thank you so much for making this so detailed, I'm really grateful :3

[@cromanticheer]

Whenever I play Baptiste, I imagine that his Regen Burst has a "use only in emergencies" tag and Lamp has a "use only in SUPER emergencies" tag.

[@dwoodward931]

SVB needs more sub. hes too good and we don't deserve him

[@Zaddy_Woods]

This video is well made it should be in the game. Like this should be mandatory viewing

[@DavideBevilacqua]

1:04 for some reason I read "Die Less" in the German way, like "The Less". Damned Simpson!

[@shanecar84]

You're tutorials are the best. Thank you.

[@TheNerd]

In my Plat / Dia Games it works like this: Me: "HERO XY you are taking too much damage i can't heal it. It's too much" - HERO XY:"And what should i do about that?" Me: "Maybe use cover like walls?????" HERO XY: "Why on earth should i do that? Are you fin stupid?"

[@At0micMeltd0wn]

don't worry about other players, you're only going to upset 90% of them by telling them their mistakes, that's assuming you're correctly recognizing their mistakes, which isn't likely at plat/diamond. it's one game, if they're truly horrific then just avoid them, you're not going to change their play style by suggesting something in one game, it's not worth even saying. there is always something to improve about your gameplay, just focus on yourself.

[@TheNerd]

@@At0micMeltd0wn in these ranks its almost every single player. ppl just don't know how to use cover while i use it almost all of the time. im even thinking about how i can transition from A to B to be safe (for example to not get shot from a hitscan or get fcked by spam)

[@Shinobi_sac]

@@TheNerd Silver/Gold - "I need healing!"... proceeds to take cover from the healers instead of the enemies and dies... "OMG our healers suck!"

[@GlowBug1120]

@@Shinobi_sac they think i can heal trough everything 😂😂

[@Aramori_OW]

finally, i can learn how to play support. thank you svb

[@SVBOW]

Haha don't lie!! Here's another content creator to look at for support help ^^

[@JeithKeith]

I normally get 10k too 12k heals per ten yet my comp team still complain about heals

[@zesky1822]

For Bap, I would like to suggest Luna as well. He's pretty amazing with Bap.

[@andretoronto1]

Another great video SVB

[@drk1983]

This vid is awesome! I mean most tips seek entry level but I don’t know all of them either ...

[@woody4779]

This is amazing content dude, seriously top tier.

[@bren9193]

Great job SVB!

[@MystFox1314]

Ok I haven't watched the full video (15 seconds in) but I HAVE to say that I'm loving that first 15 seconds Okay now that I've watched the full video, thanks for the help

[@Whoknkows1236]

That Moira tip was actually pog holy crap

[@jhon1406]

this is a great video for overwatch beginners wanting to break into being better support players

[@makearunat]

You made it! Well deserved, keep it up!

[@skrrratashauwu2999]

I hope more people watch the tutorials so that they know how important is supporting the support.

[@uhh4335]

well i guess I'm getting another one of those beautiful overwatch posters

[@worldchanger23]

Very good vod

[@brown9671]

1:17 i dont agree, the job of tanks isnt to take damage. each tank hero has different jobs and this is and that. mainly zayra is a tank where you want to die as little as possible and only take minimum damage needed, saying "take damage" is what leads people to think their invincible and they make risky plays. those risky plays force healers to heal more instead of doing other things like damage boosting, dps'ing on bap or ana or lucio, anti nades, etc which is more useful then healing a feeding tank

[@yellowtunes2756]

Its not about feeding, it's about taking damage. In low ranks people are struggling with going through choke points because their tanks either too passive (not taking damage, wasting shield and waiting for miracle) or too aggressive (yeating themselves into 6 people). Any ana or bap can get ult in 30 sec if rein will take damage without feeding. It will help to create space for dps (when rein pushes with nano or when all enemies are running away from window), people will get their ults faster and you will have better chances of pushing through choke

[@GustavoPMartins]

Great content! Thanks, this will help me a lot.