Overwatch 2: Roadhog Guide (Tips, Abilities, And More)

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Roadhog stood as one of the most imposing tanks in all of Overwatch, thanks to his ridiculous damage output and his ability to one-shot certain characters with his hook-and-scrap-gun combo. Players that were looking for a solid off-tank could always rely on the masked brute to pull nuisance DPS, pick off healers, and stun certain characters out of their ultimate. Players that could reliably land hooks with Roadhog were something to fear (as the hook was notoriously broken at times in the original release). Thankfully, for Roadhog enthusiasts, the Tank hasn't changed much in Overwatch 2.

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While that's bad news for many Roadhog haters, the new meta shines a different light on the big man. Gone are the days of two tanks (in traditional queue quick play and queue ranked, at least) as Overwatch 2 has shifted to a 5-vs-5 structure that has teams shedding one Tank. Because of this, Roadhog no longer serves as a devastating off-tank and must instead push himself to the frontlines as the main tank, soaking up all the available damage for his team while simultaneously dishing out damage. Players shouldn't get it twisted, Roadhog is still very dangerous in Overwatch 2, but his playstyle has shifted slightly to accommodate being the only Tank on the field. Here's a look at how to get the most out of Roadhog in Overwatch 2.

Roadhog can best be classified as a Bruiser. When it comes to «shielding teammates,» the big man himself is nothing more than a large target for incoming fire. Unfortunately, Roadhog doesn't have much in the way of blocking damage, aside from standing in front of it. That said, he makes a mighty fine meat shield, and some of his abilities will help players keep