Gray
CONTROLLER Season 26

GRAY

A
OVERALL TIER
74
META SCORE

MODE RATINGS

GEM GRAB
82
HOT ZONE
80
KNOCKOUT
78
BRAWL BALL
74
BOUNTY
65
HEIST
65

BEST BUILD

Star Powers
Fake Injury
New Perspective
Gadgets
Walking Cane
Grand Piano
Hypercharge
Another Dimension

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Gray is currently A-tier in Gem Grab with a score of 82/100. As a Controller, Gray excels in Gem Grab and rewards players who understand positioning and map control.
The optimal build for Gray focuses on maximizing controller 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.
Gray is countered by Piper and Brock, who exploit Gray's weaknesses in mobility or range. On the flip side, Gray consistently beats Piper and Brock.
Gray performs best in Gem Grab (A-tier, 82/100). As a Controller, Gray's kit is designed to excel in Gem Grab objectives. See the mode ratings section for a complete breakdown across all 6 modes.
Gray pairs exceptionally well with Charlie and Emz. These synergies amplify Gray's strengths and compensate for weaknesses in teamfight scenarios.

GRAY GUIDE SUMMARY

Gray is a Controller in Brawl Stars with the strongest mode rating in Gem Grab. This guide collects the key Gray build choices, counters, synergies, mode ratings and map advice in one place so players can decide when to pick Gray in ranked, ladder and friendly matches.

Use the matchup notes to compare Gray 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.

GRAY DEEP DIVES

Mode-specific stats and the top ranked Gray players globally. Each page shows win rate, pick rate, best maps and tier for that specific combination.

QUICK STATS

-- Win Rate
-- Pick Rate
A OVERALL TIER
Gem Grab BEST MODE

PRO TIPS

Controller Game Plan
Gray is strongest when played like a controller: 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 Gray with Charlie or Emz when possible. The best comps cover Gray's weak moments while letting the brawler lean into Gem Grab pressure.
TEAMPLAY