Gene
Mythic Controller

Gene

Gene is a Mythic brawler focused on locking down zones and slowing the enemy push. With 2 gadgets and 2 star powers to unlock, there is plenty of room to tune Gene for your favourite game modes and trophy push.

Most people look at Gene and see a funny little guy in a costume. What they don't see is that his personality is split between his body and his teapot.

Class Controller
Rarity Mythic
Role Crowd control
Gadgets 2
Star Powers 2
Released Classic 22 of 105 added

GADGETS

Lamp Blowout

Lamp Blowout

All enemies close to Gene are instantly pushed back. If at least one enemy Brawler is within range, Gene will also restore of his max health.

Vengeful Spirits

Vengeful Spirits

Gene shoots a homing missile at all visible opponents within a large area, dealing up to x damage based on distance.

STAR POWERS

Magic Puffs

Magic Puffs

Gene heals all friendly Brawlers around him for x health per second.

Spirit Slap

Spirit Slap

Gene's Magic Hand also damages enemies, dealing x damage on hit.

How to play Gene

Gene is a mythic Controller that locks down space and slows the enemy push. Gene is all about area denial — control the lane, peel for your carry, and make the objective a nightmare to contest.

Best game modes for Gene

Gene is strongest in Gem Grab, Hot Zone and Brawl Ball — because crowd control and zoning let Gene swing teamfights around the objective. Browse maps to find rotations that suit Gene, and check the current tier list to see where it sits in the meta.

Put Gene to work on maps like Double Swoosh (Gem Grab), Fishing Bed (Hot Zone) and Priceless Cactus (Brawl Ball).

Gene tips & counters

  • Use your Super to start fights or to peel an assassin off your marksman.
  • Hold chokes — Gene is strongest when the enemy has to come to you.
  • Coordinate engages with your team; your value is multiplied by a follow-up.

Watch out for: long-range poke that out-spaces you and burst brawlers that ignore your control. Play around walls and never fight outnumbered.

GENE FAQ

What rarity is Gene in Brawl Stars?

Gene is a Mythic brawler. You can unlock Gene through the in-game progression, Starr Drops or the shop.

What class is Gene?

Gene is a Controller, which means the brawler is built for a specific role in the team composition..

Which game modes are best for Gene?

Gene performs best in Gem Grab, Hot Zone and Brawl Ball. Use it where its strengths line up with the objective.

How many gadgets and star powers does Gene have?

Gene has 2 gadgets and 2 star powers to unlock, giving you several ways to build the brawler.

Is Gene good for beginners?

Gene is rewarding once you learn its timings. Practise its range and Super timing in friendly games, then take it into your trophy push once the kit feels natural.