Overwatch Hero Guide: Reinhardt

Reinhardt is a frontline tank hero known for his massive shield, powerful melee attacks, and ability to lead his team into battle. This guide will help you master his playstyle and become an effective frontline leader.

Hero Overview

Abilities

Primary Fire: Rocket Hammer

• Melee weapon with wide swing
• Deals 85 damage per hit
• Can hit multiple enemies at once
• Swing speed: moderate

Secondary Fire: Barrier Field

• Deployable energy shield
• Absorbs up to 2000 damage
• Blocks all incoming projectiles
• Movement speed reduced while active
• Cooldown: 5 seconds (after destruction)

Charge (Shift)

• Dash forward in a straight line
• Knocks back and damages enemies
• Pin enemies against walls for instant kill
• Cooldown: 10 seconds

Fire Strike (E)

• Throw a flaming projectile
• Deals 100 damage
• Pierces through multiple enemies
• Cooldown: 6 seconds

Ultimate: Earthshatter (Q)

• Slam the ground, stunning enemies in front
• Stun duration: 2.5 seconds
• Deals 50 damage
• Charge rate: slow

Playstyle

Frontline Leadership

• Shield Management: Use Barrier Field to protect your team from incoming fire
• Positioning: Lead from the front, but stay within support range
• Communication: Call out when your shield is low or when you’re pushing

Offensive Strategies

• Charge Combos: Combine Charge with Fire Strike for maximum damage
• Earthshatter Timing: Use your ultimate to initiate team fights or counter enemy pushes
• Fire Strike Spam: Use Fire Strike to chip away at enemies from behind your shield

Defensive Strategies

• Shield Prioritization: Protect vulnerable teammates like supports
• Backpedaling: Retreat slowly while maintaining shield coverage
• Corner Hugging: Use corners to minimize the area you need to shield

Counters

Heroes That Counter Reinhardt

• Winston: His Tesla Cannon bypasses your shield and his Jump Pack allows him to escape your Charge
• Reaper: Can teleport behind your shield and deal high damage at close range
• Pharah: Can attack from above, bypassing your shield

Heroes Reinhardt Counters

• Soldier: 76: Your shield blocks his entire kit
• Tracer: Can’t damage you through your shield and is vulnerable to your Earthshatter
• Widowmaker: Your shield provides cover from her sniper fire

Tips and Tricks

• Shield Bashing: Quickly toggle your shield on and off to maintain mobility while blocking key shots
• Charge Canceling: Look up while charging to cancel the ability early
• Fire Strike Aim: Aim slightly above enemies to account for projectile drop
• Earthshatter Range: Practice the range of your ultimate to maximize its effectiveness
• Team Communication: Always call out your intentions to your team

Conclusion

Reinhardt is a powerful frontline tank who excels at leading his team and creating space. With proper shield management, strategic positioning, and effective ultimate usage, you can become an unstoppable force on the battlefield.

Remember, a good Reinhardt protects his team while creating opportunities for victory. Lead with courage, and your team will follow!