Overwatch has transitioned from its once-popular 6v6 first-person hero shooter to a 5v5 format with its sequel, Overwatch 2. Although the game has remained the same as it used to be, removing the second Tank from the team made a massive difference to the gameplay.
All the heroes on the Tank roster received great buffs, making them strong enough to sustain in the new 5v5 mode. As such, Junker Queen is a Tank hero who has made a great impression with the release of Overwatch 2.
Note: This list is subjective and solely reflects the writer's opinions.
Being a very offensive and aggressive Tank, Junker Queen excels in close-ranged combat. Her kit is best used to get up close and personal, absolutely demolishing anyone coming her way. Junker Queen's passive ability, Adrenaline Rush, is an excellent way to try to survive in the heat of battle. She can use Jagged Edge, Carnage, or her Rampage Ultimate to apply the "wound" debuff, providing her with excellent sustenance.
Teamwork and coordination are the new mantras of Overwatch 2, and being lackluster in either aspect will automatically lose your game. Though Junker Queen falls on the lackluster side of damage mitigation, her abilities allow her to be a very aggressive powerhouse of a Tank when played alongside the right heroes. Here are five Overwatch 2 heroes that pair well with Junker Queen and her playstyle:
Lucio provides excellent synergy with Junker Queen. Using Amp It Up with a speed boost, the duo can take their high-octane gameplay slightly higher. Their ability to be explosive and deal vast bursts of damage makes them a formidable duo on the field.
Junker Queen's self-sustenance, paired with Lucio's steady healing stream, dramatically supports the Tank in being
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