This ability enhances Torbjörn’s standard Overload (E), making his turret a temporary powerhouse with significantly increased durability and firepower. Below, you’ll find detailed strategies for placement, timing, and synergy to maximize its effectiveness on any map.
Understanding the Ability
When you activate Overload (E) with this custom ability:
Your turret’s health increases to 400 HP (up from the standard 250 HP for a level 2 turret).
Its damage output is boosted (exact increase unspecified, but assume it’s substantial).
The upgrade lasts 5 seconds.
Since Overload traditionally also buffs Torbjörn with extra armor, movement speed, and attack speed, this custom ability likely enhances both you and your turret simultaneously. The turret must already be deployed to benefit from the upgrade, and Overload probably retains its standard 10-second cooldown, so timing and planning are critical.
Turret Placement Basics
Effective placement sets the foundation for using Overloaded Turret successfully. Here are general guidelines:
High Ground: Position the turret on elevated platforms to maximize its range and make it harder for enemies to reach without exposing themselves.
Cover: Place it near walls, pillars, or corners to shield it from long-range damage while still allowing it to target enemies.
Chokepoints: Deploy it in tight spaces or near objective entrances to control key areas and punish enemy pushes.
Line of Sight: Ensure it can see high-traffic areas (e.g., objectives or common paths) without being immediately vulnerable to snipers or spam damage.