Edited By
Tanya Melton
Gamers are rallying for a ban on Sojourn in ranked matches, citing her overwhelming power as a game-wrecker. The push comes after frustrating encounters where players felt the character tipped the scales of gameplay unfairly, especially on consoles where aiming is crucial.
Players have voiced their frustrations on various forums, describing Sojourn as a dominant force that ruins the fun and balance of matches. One gamer remarked, "It honestly boggles my mind that anyone can see Symmetra as a bigger threat than Sojourn."
During competitive play, several users noted the impact of Sojourn on match outcomes. One player reported multiple games where Sojourn led enemy teams, even when mercy support was absent. "In the fourth game, when no one played Sojourn, it was easily the closest and most enjoyable game I've had," an anonymous source shared.
Conversations on user boards reveal different strategies relating to character bans:
Direct Targeting: Many argue for banning characters like Mercy instead of Sojourn, as she often pairs with top damage dealers.
Counter Strategies: Some believe that certain characters like D.Va can counter Sojourn effectively, suggesting that players might rethink their ban choices.
Fun Factor: The general sentiment is that gameplay enjoyment levels rise when Sojourn is banned.
"Banning Mercy makes literally more sense. Why ban Sojourn if they can just switch to other powerful characters?"
Another commenter shared their viewpoint: "If I ban Sojourn, my team also canโt have a great Sojourn. Itโs a risky move that might not pay off."
While some players favor focusing their bans on Mercy, many convey a collective desire to see Sojourn restricted due to her perceived overpowered abilities. Gaps in this meta-strategy indicate confusion and frustration within the community.
๐ซ Demand for Sojourn ban growing across ranks.
๐ฌ Players debating the efficacy of banning Mercy instead.
๐ฎ Gameplay enjoyment significantly higher when Sojourn is absent.
Will Blizzard respond to the calls for changes in the character lineup? Only time will tell as games continue to unfold under the current meta.