Overwatch 2 has many unique and recurring characters from the previous game. These recurring characters have undergone major changes to balance them out in the sequel. One of these characters includes Ash, the hero of Damage, and a western gang leader. Although she is an ace when it comes to shooting weapons, you need a great strategy to maximize her overall damage output. So, check out our guide to learn how to play Ash in Overwatch 2.
How to play Ash in Overwatch 2 (strategy and tips)
Before diving into her play style and abilities, you need to unlock her first. You can unlock Ash by completing 50 matches. Since every win counts as 2 after Ana is unlocked, you can speed up this process.
So, here are all the important tips and strategies for playing Ash in OW 2:
- As mentioned earlier, Ash is a damage hero with several abilities and weapons up his sleeve. She can dominate mid-range combat with her primary weapon known as the Viper.
- Speaking of his playstyle, Ash can fire his semi-automatic rifle from the hip or aim down.
- Her main weapon is best for finishing off enemies. But, conversely, Ash can be vulnerable in close combat.
- Some of the heroes that can be dangerous in melee are Genji, Widowmaker, Moira, Reaper, and Reinhardt.
- To avoid such close encounters, you can use her Coach Gun ability. When she uses this ability, she can knock back enemies by pushing away from them.
- The Coach Gun can help Ash dodge enemies. You must be close to the enemy when using this ability.
- Also, pay attention when using this ability against heroes like Genji, as they can give you twice as much push as normal. It can also potentially throw you off the map.
- Her Dynamite ability can be a great ability to knock down enemies. As the name suggests, you can throw a bunch of dynamite at enemies.
- This dynamite explodes within 2 seconds when they land, or instantly when shot at them.
- If Ash is in the line of fire, she can deal half damage. You can spam this ability to charge up your ultimate ability.
- Finally, Ash’s ultimate ability summons her assistant butler BOB to help her during the match.
- With his abilities, you can toss an enemy into the air, making it easier for Ash to shoot. In such cases, it can be a guaranteed kill, unless they are tank heroes.
- BOB’s attacks can be combined with buffs from multiple supports. We suggest hoarding and using this ult is quite situational.
This is all about how to play Ash in Overwatch 2.