- March of Giants Goliath refers to the heavy frontline Giant archetype in Ubisoft's 4v4 War MOBA.
- Core identity: absorb pressure, initiate fights, and open space for Soldiers.
- Best Battleworks: trenches and bunkers reinforce ground the Goliath already holds.
- Key rule: never commit the Goliath without Soldier or ally support nearby.
- Build direction: durability first, damage second.
March of Giants Goliath Overview: The Frontline Giant Archetype
March of Giants is a free-to-play 4v4 MOBA and strategy hybrid published by Ubisoft, where every player controls a powerful Giant while commanding large Soldier armies and deploying Battleworks. Within that structure, the Goliath archetype describes the heavy, frontline-oriented Giant: the towering war machine whose job is to enter contested ground first, absorb enemy attention, and create the openings that damage-focused and control-oriented teammates need.
"Goliath" in this guide describes a battlefield role, not a single locked character. As March of Giants continues playtesting, exact ability names and stats may shift, so treat this as a framework for any Giant built around durability and initiation.
| Attribute | Goliath Profile | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Primary role | Frontline initiator | Enters danger first |
| Damage profile | Moderate, sustained | Wins long engagements |
| Survivability | Highest tier among archetypes | Durability builds amplify it |
| Soldier synergy | Excellent | Shields advancing charges |
| Best objective | Bastions, contested Outposts | Holds ground under fire |
| Team dependency | Medium-high | Needs follow-up damage |
Goliath Combat Strengths and Weaknesses
The Goliath archetype succeeds when it converts its bulk into battlefield control. Its weaknesses appear when players treat it like a duel-winning bruiser and wander away from the army.
| Strength | Weakness |
|---|---|
| Starts team fights safely for allies | Struggles to chase mobile enemy Giants |
| Holds contested ground during objective fights | Low burst damage against retreating targets |
| Protects Soldier pushes from enemy clear attempts | Vulnerable when isolated without Soldiers |
| Scales well with durability builds | Weak into sustained siege pressure alone |
| Forces enemies to commit resources | Poor map rotation speed |
Frontline Goliath
- Full durability priority
- Holds Bastions and trenches
- Best with support Giants nearby
Bruiser Goliath
- Durability plus damage
- Punishes isolated enemies
- Flexible in mid-game fights
Vanguard Goliath
- Mobility and positioning
- Leads Soldier charges
- Rotates between Outposts quickly
The most frequent Goliath error is overextending after a won fight. Chase too far without Soldier support and the enemy team can turn your advantage into a counterattack before your army catches up.
Step-by-Step: How to Play the Goliath Archetype
Follow this sequence each match to convert the Goliath's bulk into map control.
Learn Your Kit First
Before pushing aggressively, understand your Giant's effective range, mobility, and cooldowns. Spend the opening minutes testing when to initiate and when to stay behind your Soldiers.
Advance With Soldiers
Move alongside friendly forces instead of fighting alone. Coordinated Soldier pressure lets the Goliath absorb fire while the army secures territory behind it.
Prioritize Objectives Over Kills
Do not chase enemy Giants across the map. Contest Outposts and pressure Bastions where your durability forces defenders to answer you.
Deploy Battleworks With Purpose
Place trenches and bunkers on ground your team actually intends to fight over. Defensive Battleworks far behind the frontline waste the Goliath's ability to anchor them.
Convert Wins Into Pressure
After winning a fight, immediately capture positions, advance Soldiers, and establish fortifications before the enemy regroups.
Four Giants working together outperform four independent players. Time your initiation so damage and control teammates can follow up immediately.
Goliath Builds and Battleworks Pairings
Itemization in March of Giants should reinforce a clear purpose. For the Goliath archetype, that purpose is usually sustained frontline presence.
| Build Goal | Best For | Priority | Battleworks Pairing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontline Durability | Initiating fights, holding contested areas | Survivability | Trenches, Bunkers |
| Offensive Pressure | Teams needing more kill power | Damage output | Tanks, Siege Equipment |
| Mobility and Positioning | Rotating between fights | Repositioning | Soldier Drops |
| Sustained Fighting | Long objective contests | Endurance | Trenches, Bunkers |
| Situational Counter | One dominant enemy threat | Adaptation | Depends on enemy build |
| Battlework | Type | Best Goliath Use |
|---|---|---|
| Trenches | Defensive | Anchor ground you already contest |
| Bunkers | Fortification | Protect valuable held positions |
| Tanks | Armored reinforcement | Commit with a full team push |
| Siege Equipment | Offensive support | Break entrenched Bastion defenses |
| Soldier Drops | Reinforcement | Reinforce a charge you are leading |
Battleworks are strongest when they support an existing plan. Commit them immediately before or during an objective fight, not simply because they are available.
Goliath Match Checklist:
- Initiate only with Soldier or ally support
- Contest every available Outpost near your lane
- Place Battleworks on ground your team defends
- Push objectives immediately after winning fights
- Retreat before a position fully collapses
FAQ
Q: Is the Goliath a specific playable Giant in March of Giants?
This guide treats Goliath as the heavy frontline archetype rather than a single confirmed character. March of Giants is still in pre-release playtesting, and Ubisoft has not finalized a public roster with locked ability sets. Any Giant built around durability and initiation fits this framework.
Q: What is the best build for a Goliath-style Giant?
Frontline durability is the most consistent direction: prioritize survivability and sustained presence so you can hold contested ground while damage-oriented teammates apply pressure. Switch toward offensive or mobility builds only when your team already has enough protection.
Q: How do Goliath-style Giants work with Soldiers?
Soldiers scout, gather resources, attack Giants, and capture objectives in March of Giants. The Goliath protects Soldier charges by absorbing enemy fire, and in return, sustained Soldier pressure makes the Goliath far harder to dislodge from objectives.
Q: Can I play the Goliath archetype solo without team coordination?
You can, but it underperforms. The Goliath depends on follow-up damage and Battleworks support. In a 4v4 format built around coordinated warfare, a frontline Giant without teammates converts wins far less efficiently.