Beginner Advice to Get Better at Jujutsu Shenanigans

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Learn what skills to practice and characters to try with our full guide

Co-authored by Hunter Rising

Last Updated: August 14, 2026 Fact Checked

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If you want to start winning battles when you load into Jujutsu Shenanigans, learning and practicing new skills can take your game to the next level. While it takes a bit of time to master the game, getting better just takes some consistent training with the character you like best. Keep reading, and we’ll guide you through the best pointers to help you get good and gain the advantage!

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Choose a character you like and stick with them to learn their playstyle.
Master the basic movement skills to get around faster and evade attacks.
Side-dash around opponents to get around their block and start a combo.
Play slow and observe your opponent’s move before rushing into battle.
Turn off distracting settings like Camera Follow and VFX.

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How to Get Better at Jujutsu Shenanigans

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Camera follow adds a lot of additional camera shake to your game that can make it harder to aim and focus. The advanced visuals, such as shadows, smoke, and VFX, can slow your game down and cause lag that makes you lose fights. If your game seems to run slow, go into the Performance tab in your settings and turn them off.^{[1]
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Stick with a single character you like. There are currently 13 playable characters in Jujutsu Shenanigans, and they each have unique abilities and playstyles. Jumping between characters every match doesn’t let you get a lot of practice with them. When you find a character you really like, stick with it for a while so you can really learn their movesets and get some practice.
- Want advice on which characters to try out? Jump to our character recommendations below.
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Practice movement skills to get the upper hand. Nailing the basic movements is crucial to evading your opponent’s attacks and getting behind them to break through their defenses. Load into a practice stage and try out these maneuvers until you can do them consistently.^{[2]
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- Roll after jumping by clicking the Space bar right before hitting the ground.
- Dash by moving in a direction and pressing Q.
- Walljump and Wallrun by running toward a wall and pressing Space. Leap off the wall by pressing W.
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Slow down and observe your opponent. Rather than rushing right into the fight, take your time and watch how your opponent acts. Follow their movement and watch what attacks they try using. Keep your distance as you learn their playstyle so you’re better prepared when the battle intensifies.
- When you’re trying to land the first attack against your opponent, it’s called M1 Training because you use your M1 attack primarily. When no one has landed an attack yet, the stage is considered neutral.
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Side-dash around opponents to land hits. Opponents can only block your attacks if they’re facing you, so sneaking behind them can help you land a combo against them. When you’re standing in front of an opponent, try dashing and either moving left or right. Move your cursor so your dash curves around your opponent. Then, immediately attack when their back is turned.^{[3]
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- If you’re having trouble curving your dash, turn to the side before dashing. You can even try dashing backwards to get behind your opponent.
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Track your opponent to block incoming attacks. When your opponent approaches you for an attack, keep an eye on their distance. If they’re within dashing range, stay alert and watch for them trying to get behind you. Quickly turn around and block any attacks from behind so they don’t gain the advantage on you.^{[4]
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- Keep in mind that some special attacks can’t be blocked, so it’s better dash out of the way to avoid them.
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String together your skills to try different combos. Combos let you attack your opponent multiple times without being able to escape. Combos deal a lot of damage, and stringing together your character’s abilities can swing the entire battle in your favor. Each character has their own string of combos, so experiment with a few in a practice mode to find one that works best.^{[5]
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- Example: If you’re playing as Gojo (Honored One), one common combo is doing 3 M1s into a Downslam, then using your 4, 3, 1, and 2 abilities in that order.
- Example: If you’re playing as Hikari (Restless Gambler), try doing a front dash into 3 M1s, then using your 2 ability into an uppercut. Continue the combo with your 4 and 3 ability before downslamming your opponent to the ground.
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Save your ragdoll cancel to break out of a combo. When you’re caught in a combo, you can use a dash to break out of it and attack right away. Wait until your opponent is just about to launch the biggest attack in their combo before canceling the ragdoll and getting out of the way. When they’re charging up for an attack, try to hit them first.^{[6]
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- The ragdoll cancel takes a long time to recharge, so only use it when you’re in trouble or can get the upper hand.
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Bait your opponent into a dash to gain the advantage. When you’re lining up for a big combo attack, dash or cancel right before it activates. This can fool your opponent into using their cancel and they won’t be able to break out of the next combo you throw at them.^{[7]
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- Example: Instead of charging toward your opponent at the end of a combo, dash in the opposite direction. Then, you can dash toward them again to land your next hit.
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Challenge stronger enemies to test yourself. Look for the strongest players on the server and start battling with them. Use everything you learned to try taking them down, and notice what they’re doing in the game. Even though there’s a chance you might lose, it will help you recognize areas where you need to keep practicing.
- When you respawn, try challenging the same opponent again so you can keep getting practice and learn the tactics they use to win.

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Gojo and Hikari are great options for beginners. Gojo, or The Honored One, is one of the best all-around characters for beginners because his skills are easy to learn and understand. If you like in-your-face melee fights, Gojo is the choice for you. If you want more balance with ranged attacks, Hikari, or the Restless Gambler, is another great choice for learning the game.^{[8]
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Megumi and Choso are some of the best characters in the game. Megumi, or Ten Shadows, has a unique playstyle that lets you summon different beasts to help you in your fight. Megumi is great for controlling your opponent at a distance and dealing high damage. For a more aggressive playstyle, Choso, or Blood Manipulator, deals devastating attacks that are hard to avoid.^{[9]
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- Want to share your choices for the best character? Tell us your thoughts on our What Are the Best JJS Characters in Your Opinion forum.

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Check out our other JJS articles to get even better at the game. If you want to learn even more special moves and secrets about Jujutsu Shenanigans, we’ve got you covered! Whether you’re looking for a fun cosmetic or new ways to improve your skills, these pages will walk you through every step of the way.