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Hanzo guide

Hanzo is a damage hero.

Recommended comps: Poke

One habit to change: Shoot the target that isn't looking at you; one who sees your draw is the hardest to hit.

Good into

  • TracerShe's one of your favorite targets: Sonic Arrow her route, and Frost Arrow forces Recall.
  • BaptisteDuel him with your support behind you, and spam the doorway he last peeked.
  • SojournShoot her when she runs for cover: aim at the cover she's heading to.

Struggles against

  • AnranUntargetable dash and burn up close, on a small hitbox.
  • IllariShe takes your duel and stays mobile; you have no splash for her pylon.
  • VendettaBlocks your Storm Arrows, can't be one-shot, and closes the gap fast.

Best maps

Playing against Hanzo

He's a projectile sniper who has to lead his shots. Get in his face or keep moving, and he has only Lunge to save him.

The full guide is in the app

All 53 of Hanzo's matchups with a plan for each, map tips, comps, perks and kit. In a match, Hardstuck tells you when to stay on Hanzo and when to swap.

Our own advice, kept in step with the patch notes. Updated 2026-11-03.