Mastering Reinhardt: How to Dominate Ranked Games

TLDRLearn how to play Reinhardt in ranked games and win every time. This comprehensive guide covers everything from the basics to advanced strategies, including hammer swings, fire strike usage, charge cancels, and ultimate tactics. Discover the aggressive playstyle and mentality that will make you a dominant Reinhardt player.

Key insights

🛡️Reinhardt's shield has 2000 HP and using it effectively can make or break a fight.

🔨Understanding Reinhardt's hammer swings and comboing with fire strikes maximizes his damage output.

🚀Charge cancels allow Reinhardt to reach high-value targets quickly and stun them for easy eliminations.

🔒Shield management is crucial, utilizing it to block damage for yourself and your teammates.

💥Earthshatter can turn the tide of a battle by stunning enemies and setting up team wipes.

Q&A

What is the best way to use Reinhardt's shield effectively?

Reinhardt's shield should be used to block incoming damage for yourself and your teammates. Keep an eye on its health and let it break when your own HP can absorb the damage.

How can I maximize Reinhardt's damage output?

Combo Reinhardt's hammer swings with fire strikes to quickly eliminate squishy targets and tanks alike. Timing and positioning are key to landing successful hits.

What are charge cancels and how do they work?

Charge cancels allow Reinhardt to quickly reach high-value targets by charging towards them and canceling the charge at the right moment. This stuns the enemy, making them vulnerable to follow-up attacks.

When should I be shielding my team and when should I be aggressive?

Reinhardt should be aggressive most of the time, using his shield to block key abilities and damage. Only shield your team when they are low on health or to create space for them to deal damage.

How can I make the most out of Reinhardt's ultimate, Earthshatter?

Earthshatter is a game-changing ultimate that can stun multiple enemies. Use it to initiate team fights or counter enemies' ultimates by stunning them and enabling your team to secure kills.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction and credentials as a top-ranked Reinhardt player

01:14Overview of Reinhardt's abilities and their damage output

03:15Explanation of charge cancels and their effectiveness in reaching high-value targets

04:47Strategies for effective shield usage and shield management

06:53Tips for maximizing Reinhardt's damage output with hammer swings and fire strikes

08:47Discussion of the aggressive playstyle and mentality required to succeed as Reinhardt

09:59Explanation of how to effectively move the point and ensure team success in objective-based game modes

11:20Final thoughts and recap of key insights and strategies