His tail has proven to be a formidable weapon, used victoriously against Gigan. His tail from time to time is also used for jumping. It has been shown to be very flexible and powerful, able to lash out quickly and topple over buildings and enemy monsters.

In Godzilla vs. Megalon, he was able to slide on his tail a great distance to deliver a devastating kick, and in Godzilla vs. Megaguirus it was revealed to be prehensile as well. In all his incarnations he has been shown to have powerful jaws and sharp teeth and claws, although these are more prominent in some incarnations than in others.

Godzilla also showed the ability to use his dorsal fins as a weapon in Godzilla vs. Megaguirus, when he uses their jagged tips to slice into Megaguirus' wrist.

However, many of the films show Godzilla preferring to battle his opponents from a distance, particularly in the Heisei series; either by using his atomic breath, or by hurling objects such as boulders.