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Overwatch 2

Overwatch 2 is a near-future, team-based shooter starring diverse heroes and villains, each with unique abilities.

Why it matters
Blizzard’s polish and world-building expertise is present throughout Overwatch 2, a constantly evolving, free-to-play, and endlessly replayable shooter.
Michael McWhertor
Michael McWhertor
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Overwatch 2 is a near-future, team-based shooter starring diverse heroes and villains, each with unique abilities.

Release DateOct 4, 2022
GenreFantasy, MMORPG
PublisherBlizzard Entertainment
DeveloperBlizzard Entertainment
PlatformNintendo, Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Why it matters
Blizzard’s polish and world-building expertise is present throughout Overwatch 2, a constantly evolving, free-to-play, and endlessly replayable shooter.
Michael McWhertor
Michael McWhertor
Correspondent
Release DateOct 4, 2022
GenreFantasy, MMORPG
PublisherBlizzard Entertainment
DeveloperBlizzard Entertainment
PlatformNintendo, Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox, Xbox One, Xbox Series X

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Overwatch 2 Season 10 shakes up the game a ton this week
When does Overwatch 2 season 4 start?
Overwatch 2 beginner’s guide, tips, and tricks
Here’s how to level up your battle pass in Overwatch 2
How to unlock all the Overwatch 2 heroes
All the new Overwatch 2 heroes and what they do
Every new Overwatch 2 change, explained
What’s in Overwatch 2’s Watchpoint Pack?
Overwatch 2: How to add a phone number for Blizzard’s SMS Protect
When does Overwatch 2 season 11 start, and what’s included?When does Overwatch 2 season 11 start, and what’s included?
Overwatch 2 Season 10 shakes up the game a ton this weekOverwatch 2 Season 10 shakes up the game a ton this week
When does Overwatch 2 season 4 start?When does Overwatch 2 season 4 start?
Overwatch 2 beginner’s guide, tips, and tricksOverwatch 2 beginner’s guide, tips, and tricks
Here’s how to level up your battle pass in Overwatch 2Here’s how to level up your battle pass in Overwatch 2
How to unlock all the Overwatch 2 heroesHow to unlock all the Overwatch 2 heroes
All the new Overwatch 2 heroes and what they doAll the new Overwatch 2 heroes and what they do
Every new Overwatch 2 change, explainedEvery new Overwatch 2 change, explained
What’s in Overwatch 2’s Watchpoint Pack?What’s in Overwatch 2’s Watchpoint Pack?
Overwatch 2: How to add a phone number for Blizzard’s SMS ProtectOverwatch 2: How to add a phone number for Blizzard’s SMS Protect

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