He uses his wakizashi to reflect incoming projectiles back at enemies, including ultimate abilities like Zarya’s Graviton Surge.
Success often depends on identifying "squishy" targets with low mobility or defensive cooldowns, such as Zenyatta or Ana. Genji Overwatch
A forward dash that deals damage. Crucially, its cooldown resets upon getting an elimination , making it his primary tool for chain-killing or escaping after a dive. He uses his wakizashi to reflect incoming projectiles
Players should use "hugged" corners and high ground to minimize damage while waiting for an opening to dive. Overstaying in an enemy's effective range without a "reset" plan is a common mistake. Lore & Development Crucially, its cooldown resets upon getting an elimination
Genji unsheathes his katana for several seconds, delivering massive melee damage. It is often paired with Ana’s "Nano Boost" for the iconic, game-changing "Nano-Blade" combo. Combat Role and Strategy
Genji is strongest at close range where his fan-of-shuriken and melee combos are most accurate. Engaging at long range is generally ineffective and should only be used for building ultimate charge.