As a seasoned Overwatch gamer with countless hours under my belt, I can confidently say that Soldier: 76 is one of my go-to heroes for a good reason. His intricacies may not be immediately apparent, but once you get the hang of them, he becomes an absolute powerhouse.
Discovering the nuances of each character in Overwatch 2 might not be immediately apparent, but uncovering them sooner rather than later can provide a significant advantage, especially for heroes like Soldier 76 who specialize in dealing damage (DPS). In this article, we’ll highlight some of Soldier 76’s hidden tricks to help you maximize your performance with him.
Abilities explained
| Name | Type | Effect |
| Heavy Pulse Rifle | Primary Fire | Automatic assault weapon |
| Helix Rockets | Ability | Launch a volley of explosive rockets |
| Sprint | Ability | Run faster while moving forward |
| Biotic Field | Ability | Deploy a field that heals you and your allies |
| Tactical Visor | Ultimate | Automatically aim your weapon at targets in view |
| Role: Damage | Role Passive | Damaging an enemy temporarily reduces the healing received |
Tips for playing Soldier 76
Currently, at the point of composition, Soldier 76 stands alone among the game’s characters, being the one and only hero who experiences weapon recoil rather than the enhanced dispersion of bullets that is typical for heroes wielding automatic firearms.
In other words, you’ll need to adapt to his unique shooting pattern rather than relying on continuous firing, but this also guarantees that all of his shots will hit the target as long as you maintain the cross-hair on the enemy. This characteristic creates a fairly high learning curve, favoring players who excel in accuracy and recoil management.
As a devoted fan, I’d like to point out that while his other three abilities are clear-cut and self-explanatory, they certainly don’t lack in strength. Just like his unique recoil feature, Soldier is the one and only hero in the game equipped with a dedicated sprint button. This makes him incredibly mobile, ensuring he can swiftly maneuver if he finds himself surrounded or ambushed.
The Biotic Field offers a relief for your healers, allowing you to play with a bit more offensive strategy, and if necessary, adapt as a nomad.
To sum up, Helix Rockets serve as an excellent additional damage option for swiftly eliminating a kilo-class target or applying constant pressure on an adversary.
If your skill level is high enough, consider aiming for softer objectives within the game. A well-timed shot on Tracer, followed by a melee attack, would instantly return her to respawn point.
You can also utilize Helix Rockets for a move known as “rocket jumping”. This involves leaping while simultaneously firing rockets beneath your feet. The result is an extended jump because of the minor recoil effect caused by the rockets, enabling you to access areas and angles that were previously out of reach.
Ultimately, Soldier: 76’s Tactical Visor (Ultimate Ability) functions like a temporary aiming assistant for a brief spell. This can be incredibly powerful if you can catch the opposing team off guard – particularly when paired with Ana’s Nano Boost Ultimate. However, it is quite vulnerable to being thwarted.
Three primary strategies for negating your Ultimate include using Defense Matrix by D.Va, Deflect by Genji, and any character equipped with a shield. Essentially, these three methods work by deflecting or blocking your projectiles, thus making your Ultimate ineffective.
Instead of invoking Tactical Visor as a channeled Ultimate, it functions as a transformation Ultimate. This means that interruptions like stuns won’t disrupt its activation. However, keep in mind that transforming into this state will temporarily limit your ability to use it repeatedly.
How to unlock Soldier 76 in Overwatch
Thankfully, as Soldier 76 is one of the base heroes in the game, he is unlocked by default.
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2024-07-31 13:42