HUD Indicators for Teammate Ability & Ultimate Status
Hey Runner after some plays with randos on Discord i find it currently difficult to coordinate tactical pushes or defensive maneuvers without constant voice communication. In fast-paced encounters, knowing exactly when a teammate’s Ability or Ultimate is ready can be the difference between winning a fight or retreating.
Proposed Solution:
I suggest adding small, non-intrusive status icons to the team HUD (near the health bars). This should include:
• Ability Cooldown: A small circular progress bar or icon showing if a teammate's tactical skill is available.
• Ultimate Status: A distinct glow or a percentage indicator to show how close a teammate is to their Ultimate.
• Active State: A visual cue when a teammate is currently using their Ultimate.
Benefits:
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Improved Synergy: Allows for better "Ult-comboing" and tactical planning, especially for solo-queue players.
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Reduced Communication Barrier: Essential information is visible at a glance, reducing the need for constant verbal status updates.
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Strategic Depth: Encourages players to play around each other's strengths and cooldown timings.
I would love to hear if the community feels this would clutter the UI or if it’s a much-needed addition for high-level play!
Posted Apr 2, 2026, 10:47 PM UTC