Overwatch 2 Winston guide: Abilities, tips & how to unlock

Overwatch 2 Winston guide: Abilities, tips & how to unlock

As a seasoned gamer with over a decade under my belt, I can confidently say that Winston is a game-changer in Overwatch 2. With his electrifying abilities and dominating presence, he’s like having a personal thunderstorm on the battlefield.


As an ardent fan, I can’t help but marvel at Winston’s might in Overwatch 2! This formidable tank has the power to launch himself skyward and unleash a whirlwind of electrical turmoil upon our enemies. To help you master this awe-inspiring character, here’s a rundown of his abilities and some expert advice on how to wield them effectively. Enjoy!

Abilities explained

Overwatch 2 Winston guide: Abilities, tips & how to unlock

NameTypeEffect
Tesla CannonPrimary FireElectric frontal-cone weapon
Tesla Cannon Alt FireSecondary FireHold to charge, release to fire focused electricity
Barrier ProjectorAbilityDeploy a protective energy dome
Jump PackAbilityLeap forward into the air. Landing on an enemy damages them
Primal RageUltimateGain immense health, but you can only leap and punch enemies
Role: Tank Role PassiveReduces knockbacks and critical damage received. Less ultimate generated by healing and damage received

Tips for playing Winston

Using Winston effectively requires you to find the right balance between offensive and defensive moves at the right moments. Here’s a collection of our top strategies for mastering this hero.

Initially, it is important to understand that Winston has the potential to significantly disrupt the opposing team’s defense. Utilizing his massive leap, concentrate on targeting support heroes such as Zenyatta swiftly. Following a brief period, you can jump back towards your allies who will then systematically take down the entire team.

Overwatch 2 Winston guide: Abilities, tips & how to unlock

In the second instance, consider judiciously employing the Barrier Protector. When you notice an ally in a tough spot due to low health, that’s the optimal time for its use. Although its shield isn’t as robust as Reinhardt’s and can be breached by enemies, it can effectively ward off attacks at a safe distance.

In the case of Winston’s ultimate, it excels at tackling goals situated near precipitous drops. For instance, in Ilios, there’s a goal enclosed by a deep chasm.

In the spirit of Super Smash Bros., aim to exploit Winston’s basic form to knock adversaries away and send them soaring off the map. Alternatively, you can keep opponents at bay from critical areas or bottlenecks, particularly during the final moments of a match, to prevent the timer from resetting.

How to unlock Winston in Overwatch 2

It’s great news for free-to-play gamers as they can immediately access Winston, the hero, upon completing the basic training and starting their online gameplay.

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2024-07-31 17:12