Overwatch · High Tier

Pharah Balance Changes

Pharah can outmaneuver much of the cast and reposition into multiple angles with her jet speed, so her mobility comes down a little.

Tier High Tier
Direction Nerfs
Proposed changes 4 · 4 nerf

Balance Philosophy

For each hero in S and A tier, slightly nerf each part of the kit. The author notes these are not all meant to be implemented, and invites feedback on which should take priority.

Proposed Changes

Each entry lists the move or ability affected, the adjustment itself, and — where the analysis states one — the problem it is meant to solve and the reasoning behind it.

  1. Jet Dash

    Nerf
    Proposed adjustment
    Reduced from 20.6 to 18 m/s.
  2. Jump Jet

    Nerf
    Proposed adjustment
    Speed lowered from 18.4 to 16 m/s.
  3. Concussive Blast

    Nerf
    Proposed adjustment
    Radius reduced from 8 to 7 meters and knockback speed reduced from 20 to 18 m/s.
  4. Barrage

    Nerf
    Proposed adjustment
    Ultimate charge cost increased from 2200 to 2300.

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