5 best Legends to counter Wattson in Apex Legends

Wattson in Apex Legends is a Controller, who can lock down an area for her team. This tactical ability can be used to set up an electric fence perimeter that deter enemies from pushing in. It deals damage to any opponent who crosses it and temporarily restricts their ability to move freely. Her ultimate ability can provide shield regeneration and destroy incoming projectiles like explosives and missiles.

Armed with such a useful kit, Wattson can turn the tables in an instant if not countered effectively. This article will highlight the best characters that can counter Wattson in Apex Legends.

Note: This article is subjective and reflects the author’s opinion.

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What are the best characters to counter Wattson in Apex Legends?

Here is a quick overview of the best characters that you can pick in Apex Legends to counter Wattson:

1) Fuse

Fuse is an aggressive Assault character in Apex Legends. You can use his tactical ability to destroy Wattson’s fences from a safe distance. This is a great way to keep the enemy Wattson engaged, as she will have to continuously replenish their defenses. You can also use Fuse's stick grenades to break doors as most teams prefer to hold houses with Wattson.

Fuse in Apex Legends (Image via EA)

Fuse’s ultimate can be used to trap opponents in the open. However, both of his abilities are ineffective if Wattson places down her ultimate. So you should try to shoot down the Pylon before spamming the explosive abilities or grenades toward the enemy team.

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2) Mad Maggie

Mad Maggie plays a role that is similar to Fuse. Her tactical ability can damage enemies behind solid cover and is also capable of destroying covers like doors and Rampart walls. It is more useful compared to Fuse’s tactical as it can sometimes be used to break Wattson’s ultimate from behind a wall. Since the projectile does not enter the line of sight of the Pylon, it is not destroyed before it can reach its mark.

Mad Maggie in EA's battle royale (Image via EA)

Mad Maggie’s ultimate can be used to displace Wattson teams from their strongholds. This tactic is most beneficial when used on opponents trying to occupy an area in the open. However, it can also be used as a speed boost to push toward buildings that are being anchored by Wattson and her abilities.

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3) Wraith

Wraith is a Skirmisher legend in EA’s battle royale and can be the perfect character to flank enemy teams. You can use her tactical ability to get through Wattson’s fences with ease and initiate gunfights to catch opponents off-guard. It is also easier for Wraith to be the first contact during a team fight since you can simply phase out and get back to safety.

Wraith in Apex Legends (Image via EA)

Wraith’s portal is another clutch ability that can be used to create a back door to the enemy team’s location. Once set, you can use it to bypass all of Wattson’s defenses and score some easy eliminations. If the fight ends quickly, you can also take the portal back to occupy your original spot on the map.

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4) Octane

Octane might seem to be an odd choice for this list but is one of the most effective Skirmishers to counter Wattson. This is mainly because your team can use Octane’s jump pad to go over Wattson’s fences and avoid taking any damage. You can directly jump inside the area and initiate a fight. However, this is a risky strategy and should only be carried out when the opponents are engaged otherwise.

Octane in Legend Locker (Image via EA)

Octane’s ability to speed boost himself is another ability that you can use to poke Wattson’s team. This can be used to quickly reposition around the enemy team while shooting down Wattson’s ultimate and as many of her fences as possible. Taking down the Pylon is crucial as it will allow your team to throw grenades toward the opponents.

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5) Newcastle

Newcastle is a meta character in Season 23 from the Support class. His tactical ability provides the team with temporary cover from incoming damage. This can be used to block bullets from one side and move forward while breaking fences without taking damage from enemies. Once the defenses are destroyed, you can move in and start a gunfight.

Newcastle in Apex Legends (Image via EA)

Newcastle’s ultimate ability allows players to slam down at a target location and deploy a massive shield that is difficult to break. You can use this ability to take control of high-ground areas like building roofs. From there, you can shoot down Wattson teams and force them to give up control of their areas.

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