Overwatch Map Guide: Gibraltar

Gibraltar is an escort map set in a futuristic military base on the Rock of Gibraltar. It features coastal views, military installations, and a mix of indoor and outdoor areas. This guide will help you master the map and develop effective strategies for both attack and defense.

Map Layout

Phase 1: Coastal Section

• Payload Route: Along the coastal cliffs
• Key Areas: Cliffside path, communications tower, and airfield
• Chokepoints: Cliffside path, communications tower, and airfield entrance
• High Ground: Cliff edges and communications tower

Phase 2: Base Section

• Payload Route: Through the military base
• Key Areas: Base entrance, hangar, and control tower
• Chokepoints: Base entrance, hangar, and control tower
• High Ground: Control tower and base walls

Phase 3: Final Push

• Payload Route: Through the final defenses and into the launch area
• Key Areas: Launch control, rocket pad, and final point
• Chokepoints: Launch control entrance, rocket pad, and final point
• High Ground: Launch control catwalks

Attack Strategies

Phase 1: Coastal Section

• Main Push: Use tanks to shield the team along the cliffside path
• Communications Tower: Use mobile heroes to flank through the tower
• Cliff Edges: Use to control the high ground

Phase 2: Base Section

• Base Entrance: Coordinate a push through the base entrance
• Hangar: Clear the hangar before advancing the payload
• Control Tower: Use to control the high ground

Phase 3: Final Section

• Launch Control: Clear the control area before advancing
• Rocket Pad: Coordinate a push through the rocket pad area
• Final Push: Use ultimates to break through the final defense

Defense Strategies

Phase 1: Coastal Defense

• Cliffside Path: Set up defenses along the path to slow the payload
• Communications Tower: Create a strong defensive position at the tower
• Cliff Edges: Watch for attackers on the high ground

Phase 2: Base Defense

• Base Entrance: Use chokepoint defense to block the payload
• Hangar: Set up defenses in the hangar to slow the payload
• Control Tower: Use to control the high ground

Phase 3: Final Defense

• Launch Control: Set up defenses in the control area to slow the payload
• Rocket Pad: Use chokepoint defense to block the payload
• Final Point: Create a strong defensive position around the final point

Role-Specific Positions

Tank Positions

• Reinhardt: Cliffside path shield wall, payload escort frontline
• Winston: Communications tower dives, flank protection
• D.Va: Mobile defense, payload escort

Damage Positions

• Soldier: 76: Medium range support, payload escort
• Tracer: Flanking through side paths, backline harassment
• Pharah: Coastal air control, area denial

Support Positions

• Mercy: Communications tower healing, damage boost
• Lucio: Speed boost for payload pushes, area healing
• Ana: Long range healing from cliff edges

Ultimate Usage

Attack Ultimates

• Earthshatter: Use to initiate pushes at chokepoints
• Graviton Surge: Combine with other ultimates to clear defenses
• RIP-Tire: Use to clear defenders from the payload path

Defense Ultimates

• Sound Barrier: Use to counter enemy ultimates at chokepoints
• Graviton Surge: Use to stop payload pushes
• Blizzard: Use to control chokepoints and slow the payload

Tips and Tricks

• Cliff Edge Control: Control the cliff edges for a significant strategic advantage
• Coastal Views: Watch for snipers in open coastal areas
• Hangar Clearing: Clear the hangar completely before advancing
• Cover Usage: Use the military installations for cover
• Flanking Routes: Learn the various flanking routes to surprise defenders

Conclusion

Gibraltar is a scenic and strategic map that offers a mix of coastal views and military installations. By understanding the map layout, utilizing key positions like the communications tower and cliff edges, and executing well-timed strategies, you can achieve victory on both attack and defense.

Remember, the coastal sections offer unique opportunities for high ground control, while the military base sections provide tight chokepoints for defense.

Good luck on Gibraltar!