GENE
A
OVERALL TIER
72
META SCORE
MODE RATINGS
GEM GRAB
88
HOT ZONE
82
KNOCKOUT
70
BRAWL BALL
72
BOUNTY
62
HEIST
55
COUNTERS & WEAKNESSES
GENE BEATS
WEAK AGAINST
BEST BUILD
Star Powers
Gadgets
Hypercharge
Hyper Hands
BEST MAPS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Gene is currently S-tier in Gem Grab with a score of 88/100. As a Support, Gene excels in Gem Grab and rewards players who understand positioning and map control.
The optimal build for Gene focuses on maximizing support strengths. Use the recommended Star Power and Gadget combination shown in our build guide, paired with Speed and Shield gears for survivability in most modes.
Gene is countered by Piper and Brock, who exploit Gene's weaknesses in mobility or range. On the flip side, Gene consistently beats Emz and Gale.
Gene performs best in Gem Grab (S-tier, 88/100). As a Support, Gene's kit is designed to excel in Gem Grab objectives. See the mode ratings section for a complete breakdown across all 6 modes.
Gene pairs exceptionally well with Melodie and Leon. These synergies amplify Gene's strengths and compensate for weaknesses in teamfight scenarios.
SIMILAR BRAWLERS
GENE GUIDE SUMMARY
Gene is a Support in Brawl Stars with the strongest mode rating in Gem Grab. This guide collects the key Gene build choices, counters, synergies, mode ratings and map advice in one place so players can decide when to pick Gene in ranked, ladder and friendly matches.
Use the matchup notes to compare Gene against Piper and Brock, then check the mode ratings before locking the brawler. BrawlUp updates these pages from the same brawler database used by the tier list, matchup simulator and BrawlScore coach.
GENE DEEP DIVES
Mode-specific stats and the top ranked Gene players globally. Each page shows win rate, pick rate, best maps and tier for that specific combination.
QUICK STATS
65.2%
Win Rate
0.9%
Pick Rate
A
OVERALL TIER
Gem Grab
BEST MODE
BEST SYNERGIES
PRO TIPS
Support Game Plan
Gene is strongest when played like a support: choose fights around Gem Grab, hold useful angles, and avoid forcing low-value duels before the objective is ready.
PRIORITY
Draft Around Counters
Watch for Piper or Brock. If those brawlers appear, play slower, use cover more carefully, and let teammates create the first opening.
MATCHUP
Best Team Shape
Pair Gene with Melodie or Leon when possible. The best comps cover Gene's weak moments while letting the brawler lean into Gem Grab pressure.
TEAMPLAY