Overwatch Hero Guide: Genji

Genji is a highly mobile cybernetic ninja known for his agility, precision, and deadly shuriken. This guide will help you master his complex playstyle and become a formidable damage dealer.

Hero Overview

Abilities

Primary Fire: Shuriken

• Throw 3 shuriken in a spread
• Deals 28 damage per shuriken
• Reload time: 1.5 seconds
• Effective at short to medium range

Secondary Fire: Shuriken (Alt)

• Throw 3 shuriken in a straight line
• Deals 28 damage per shuriken
• More accurate at longer ranges

Swift Strike (Shift)

• Dash forward through enemies
• Deals 50 damage
• Resets cooldown on kill
• Cooldown: 8 seconds

Deflect (E)

• Reflect incoming projectiles
• Duration: 2 seconds
• Can reflect enemy ultimates
• Cooldown: 8 seconds

Passive: Cyber-Agility

• Wall climb
• Double jump
• Increased movement speed

Ultimate: Dragonblade (Q)

• Draw a katana
• Deals 120 damage per swing
• Duration: 8 seconds
• Swift Strike cooldown reduced
• Charge rate: slow

Playstyle

Ninja Mobility

• Wall Climbing: Use walls to reach high ground and unexpected positions
• Double Jumping: Use to dodge enemy fire and maintain mobility
• Swift Strike Usage: Use to engage, disengage, or secure kills

Offensive Strategies

• Flanking: Use your mobility to reach the backline
• Shuriken Accuracy: Practice hitting all 3 shuriken on targets
• Swift Strike Resets: Chain kills to keep your Swift Strike available

Defensive Strategies

• Deflect Timing: Use to counter enemy projectiles and ultimates
• Retreat Tactics: Use Swift Strike and mobility to escape danger
• Positioning: Stay near cover to quickly retreat if needed

Counters

Heroes That Counter Genji

• Brigitte: Her Shield Bash stuns you, and her Whip Shot pushes you away
• Moira: Her Fade can escape your chase, and her Biotic Grasp deals damage over time
• Winston: His Tesla Cannon ignores your mobility and his barrier blocks your shuriken

Heroes Genji Counters

• Ana: Low mobility makes her an easy target
• Zenyatta: Squishy and lacks escape abilities
• Bastion: In Sentry mode, he’s vulnerable to your Swift Strike and Dragonblade

Tips and Tricks

• Shuriken Combos: Throw shuriken, Swift Strike, then throw more shuriken
• Deflect Practice: Learn to reflect specific enemy abilities like Rocket Barrage
• Dragonblade Combos: Use Swift Strike to close the gap, then unleash Dragonblade
• High Ground Advantage: Always try to maintain high ground
• Map Knowledge: Learn flanking routes and wall climb spots on each map

Conclusion

Genji is a highly skilled damage hero who rewards practice and precision. With his exceptional mobility, deadly shuriken, and powerful Dragonblade ultimate, he can single-handedly turn the tide of battle.

Remember, a good Genji knows when to engage, when to retreat, and how to use his mobility to outmaneuver his enemies.

Ryu ga waga teki wo kurau!