How to Counter Namor in Marvel Rivals

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Dec 12

Namor struggles against heroes who can outmaneuver him or deal sustained damage. Here’s what heroes to play and how to counter Namor:

Venom: Cellular Corrosion (Right Click) slows Namor, making it harder for him to chase or escape. Feast of the Abyss (Q) lets Venom ambush Namor, dealing heavy damage while healing himself.
Hulk: Gamma Grenade (LShift) knocks Namor airborne, interrupting his abilities and leaving him vulnerable. Incredible Leap (Space) allows Hulk to engage Namor directly and counter his melee dominance.
Captain America: Freedom Charge (Q) enables Cap to close the distance and pressure Namor in melee combat. Living Legend (Right Click) deflects Namor’s attacks, turning his damage against him.

Black Panther: Sprint Rend (LShift) lets Black Panther quickly close the gap and pressure Namor. Spinning Kick (E) interrupts Namor’s abilities and applies Vibranium Marks for additional damage.
Magik: Stepping Discs (LShift) allows Magik to teleport into or out of Namor’s range, avoiding his crowd control. Umbral Incursion (E) launches Namor airborne, interrupting his attacks and creating openings for follow-up damage.
Punisher: Scourge Grenade (Right Click) blinds Namor, making it harder for him to land his attacks. Culling Turret (E) creates a zone of denial, forcing Namor to either retreat or take heavy damage.
Spider-Man: Spectacular Spin (Q) stuns Namor, stopping him from using his abilities effectively. Get Over Here! (E) pulls Namor out of position, exposing him to follow-up attacks.
Star-Lord: Blaster Barrage (E) deals significant area damage, punishing Namor and his teammates if they’re grouped together. Stellar Shift (Right Click) allows Star-Lord to reposition, avoiding Namor’s crowd control.

Rocket Raccoon: C.Y.A. (Q) boosts ally damage, helping to outpace Namor’s durability. Repair Mode (Right Click) provides consistent healing, countering Namor’s sustained pressure.
Loki: Doppelganger (E) creates illusions to confuse Namor, wasting his attacks and abilities. Devious Exchange (F) allows Loki to dodge Namor’s crowd control and reposition safely.
Luna Snow: Absolute Zero (Right Click) freezes Namor, stopping him from using his abilities effectively. Fate of Both Worlds (Q) provides healing and damage boosts, countering Namor’s durability while supporting her team.

Tidal Surge (Right Click): Namor sweeps enemies with a powerful close-range attack. Stay at a distance to avoid getting caught.
Ocean’s Wrath (Q): Deals area damage and knocks enemies back. Spread out to minimize its impact.
Atlantean Resilience (Passive): Enhances Namor’s durability when near water or other environmental effects. Keep him away from terrain he prefers.

Disrupt His Combos: Use stuns, slows, or knockbacks to stop Namor from chaining his abilities effectively.
Target Him Early: Namor’s durability makes him a threat if left unchecked. Apply pressure early to limit his impact.
Spread Out: Avoid grouping up to reduce the effectiveness of his area damage abilities.