Genji in Overwatch 2 remains one of the more popular DPS characters thanks to his exceptional mobility. Fast doesn’t always mean easy, though. Genji may be a common pick, but he takes some getting used to before you can really make him shine. He’s also not your typical DPS hero and works better in the shadows instead of on the frontline. Here's how to efficiently play as Genji.

Genji overview

Genji routinely finds himself at the top of Overwatch DPS rankings, mostly because he also finds himself at the top of tall buildings. Genji’s mobility is unmatched. He can double jump and scale walls, and one of his combat abilities sees him dart forward and attack. He excels at surprising the enemy team, dashing in, harrying opponents, and leaping away before they can recover. He can even reflect incoming projectiles, an ability typically reserved for tanks.

The biggest mistake you can make playing as Genji is assuming the praise he earns means he’s a superior DPS character. His low HP and slow rate of attack mean he shouldn’t stay on the frontline, and Genji won’t be taking down tanks with his comparatively weak attacks. Mobility is important, but it also means healers who aren’t Kiriko struggle to keep up with Genji. He lives up to the praise, to e sure. However, he requires practice and a different kind of playstyle to shine.