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Update Details for Season 2 Revealed
| Update Overview | |
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| Update Date | December 7, 2022 (Wednesday) |
| Update Contents |
① Release of new character "Ramattra" ② Start of Season 2 ③ Character adjustments (8 characters) ④ Implementation of new game mode "Battle of Olympus" └ Duration: January 6 to January 19 ⑤ Addition of new escort map "Shambali Monastery" ⑥ Addition of over 30 new skins ⑦ Addition of Junker Queen's Mythic Skin |
Release of Ramattra
| Overview of Ramattra | |
|---|---|
| Role | Tank |
| Characteristics | Utilizes two different forms |
With the start of Season 2 on December 7th, the new character, Ramattra, will be released. As the 11th tank character, Ramattra is a unique character who utilizes two different forms.
December 16th Hero Adjustments
| Overview of Hero Balance Adjustments | |
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| Implementation Date | December 16, 2022 |
| Target Heroes |
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As of December 16th, balance adjustments have been applied to 7 characters. Notably, Doomfist's dominance in the meta and Tracer's firepower have been toned down, fostering a more balanced gameplay experience.
| Latest Schedule and Details of Character Adjustments |
Damage Role Change
| Before | After |
|---|---|
| ・Activates for 2.5 seconds upon enemy kill ・Movement speed increased by 25% Reload speed increased by 25% |
・Activates for 2.5 seconds upon enemy kill ・No movement speed bonus ・ Reload speed increased by 35% |
The Damage Role passive no longer grants a speed buff but compensates with an increased reload speed. This adjustment aims to make the passive benefit more accessible to all damage characters.
New "Battle of Olympus" Game Mode
| New Game Mode Overview | |
|---|---|
| Duration | January 6th (Friday) - January 19th (Thursday) |
| Mode Name | Battle of Olympus |
| Theme | Greek Mythology |
Prepare for the unveiling of a new game mode, Battle of Olympus, with a theme rooted in Greek Mythology. Although specifics are yet to be revealed, players can anticipate engaging in godlike battles with flashy powers.
New Escort Map
Explore the newly added escort map, Shambali Monastery, featuring architectural elements reminiscent of the Nepal map.
Junker Queen's Mythic Skin
Season 2 introduces Junker Queen's Mythic Skin, a divine design inspired by Greek Mythology. Customize the color to make this legendary skin uniquely yours. Acquire it and personalize your preferred look.
Control Overtime Rule Adjustment
| Changes in control rules | |
|---|---|
| Changed rule | ・Entering overtime |
| Details | ①Team A captures the base with 99% progress ②Overtime time decreases unless Team B touches the base |
A modification has been made to the overtime rule for controls. If a team captures the base with 99% progress, overtime will now initiate even if the capturing team is not present at the base. This change enhances the potential for comebacks.
Season 2 Transition Schedule Unveiled
| Date | Announcement |
|---|---|
| 11/27 (Sun) | ・Ramattra Gameplay Trailer |
| 11/28 (Mon) | ・Ramattra Development Update |
| 11/30 (Wed) | ・Season 2 Gameplay Trailer ・Season 2 Content Roadmap |
| 12/3 (Sat) | ・New map release |
The official schedule for transitioning to Season 2 has been revealed. Stay tuned for thrilling updates, including details on new character abilities and a fresh map. Don't miss out on any of the upcoming announcements!
Past Announcements
Update Timeline
| Update Details | Implementation Date |
|---|---|
| Character Balance Adjustment | November 18, 2022 |
| Halloween Terror 2022 | October 26, 2022 |
| 2x XP | October 21, 2022 |
| Skin Distribution | October 12, 2022 |
| Character Unavailable | October 11, 2022 |
| Emergency Maintenance | October 7, 2022 |
| OW2 Release | October 5, 2022 |
November 18, 2022 (Friday)
Hero Balance Adjustments
| Summary of Hero Balance Adjustments | |
|---|---|
| Implementation Date | November 18, 2022 |
| Target Heroes |
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In the November 18th update, adjustments were implemented to the weapons and abilities of 5 characters, specifically targeting those dominating the meta.
| Details of Balance Adjustments and List of Adjusted Characters |
Crossplay Aim Assist Update
| Aim Assist | Game Modes |
|---|---|
| Enabled | ・Quick Play ・Arcade Mode |
Changes have been made to the Aim Assist specifications for Crossplay between PC and consoles (CS). Previously, Aim Assist was disabled when Crossplaying between PC and CS, but now, Aim Assist will be active for all game modes, excluding Ranked Matches.
Anticipate New Support and Tank Heroes in 2023
| Hero Release Schedule | |
|---|---|
| Within 2023 | ・2 Support Characters ・1 Tank Character |
Announcements during the developer pre-conference in Korea revealed plans to introduce three new characters in 2023. The press conference explicitly stated the addition of a new Support character in Season 4, sparking excitement for updates on these upcoming characters.
No More Damage Heroes Until 2024
As highlighted in the conference, there are no intentions to introduce additional Damage characters until after 2024. This decision aims to address the current imbalance, as the number of Damage Role characters significantly outweighs Tanks and Supports.
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
| Information Overview | |
|---|---|
| Update | ・Halloween Event is being held・Bug fixes・Torbjörn and Bastion are returning・Adjustments to some characters |
Update Implemented
An update was implemented on October 26th. The first-ever Halloween Event for Overwatch 2 is also being held.
| Latest Event Information |
| Maintenance and Update Information |
Friday, October 21, 2022
| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Duration | October 22nd (Sat) 3:00 - October 24th (Mon) |
| Content | The amount of Competitive XP earned after matches will be doubled |
Double Competitive XP Campaign Begins
The first Double Competitive XP campaign will begin on October 22nd. It's a chance to quickly level up your Battle Pass Level, so let's play Overwatch 2 if you have the time.
| How to Earn Battle Pass XP and Rewards |
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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| Information Overview | |
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| Rewards | Weapon Charm "Life Pack" Reaper Skin "Cursed Captain" |
| Eligibility | All players who log in between October 26th (Wed) and the end of Season 1 |
Distribution of Rewards Decided
As a cooperative reward for updates since the release of Overwatch 2, the distribution of a Weapon Charm and Reaper Skin has been announced. In addition, it was announced that a Double Competitive XP period will also be implemented, so let's look forward to further updates.
October 11, 2022, Tuesday
| Summary | |
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| Announcement Date | October 11, Tuesday |
| Affected Characters |
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Temporarily Unavailable Characters
Due to a bug found in the abilities of Torbjörn and Bastion, they will temporarily become unavailable. However, Torbjörn can still be used in Quick Play.
October 7, 2022 (Friday)
Emergency Maintenance Completed
| Summary of Emergency Maintenance | |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Date and Time | October 7 (Friday), 7:00-8:00 October 7 (Friday), 10:00-14:00 |
| Maintenance Details | Resolution of issues with home game consoles - Account integration - Data transfer for existing users - Login queue Resolution of issues with PC version - Crashes - Screen blackout |
The emergency maintenance, which was conducted to fix the issues, ended at 15:30. The server operation has resumed, and it is now possible to play Overwatch 2.
Emergency Maintenance to be Conducted
| Summary of Emergency Maintenance | |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Date and Time | October 7 (Friday), 7:00-8:00 October 7 (Friday), 10:00-14:00 |
| Maintenance Details | Resolution of issues with home game consoles - Account integration - Data transfer for existing users - Login queue Resolution of issues with PC version - Crashes - Screen blackout |
Overwatch 2 officials have announced that emergency maintenance will be conducted to fix the issues. Please note that the game will not be playable during the maintenance.
October 5, 2022 (Wednesday)
Issues Due to Server Errors
| Confirmed Issues |
|---|
| Unable to sign in |
| Unexpected server error messages appearing for some players who have performed account integration between PC and console |
| Some players getting disconnected from the server while playing |
| Certain owned items not being displayed |
Overwatch 2, released on October 5 (Wednesday), is currently experiencing connection issues due to a large-scale DDoS attack as of 9:30 AM. To smoothly matchmake, we have no choice but to wait for the server errors to be resolved. Please be patient.
October 1, 2022, Saturday
Obtain Skins through Twitch Drops
| Reward Items | Details |
|---|---|
| Sukajan | 【Duration】 10/8 6:00 - 10/17 15:59【Required Viewing Time】 Total of 6 hours |
| Sharpness Supreme Donut |
【Duration】 10/18 3:00 - 10/24 4:00【Required Viewing Time】 Total of 5 hours (Sharpness Supreme 2 hours, Donut 3 hours) |
To commemorate the launch of Overwatch 2, the Legendary skin "Sukajan" for Kiriko, the spray "Sharpness Supreme," and the weapon charm "Donut" can be obtained through Twitch Drops. Simply watch streams in the Overwatch 2 category on Twitch for the specified viewing duration during the event.
Remember, to receive Twitch Drops, link your Twitch and Battle.net accounts, regardless of your gaming platform. Log into your Battle.net account, navigate to "Connections" in Battle.net, and link your Twitch account to enjoy these exclusive rewards.
September 20, 2022 (Tuesday)
Welcome the New Addition: Kiriko
| Confirmed New Heroes | ||
|---|---|---|
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Kiriko |
Junker Queen |
Sojourn |
Exciting news in Overwatch 2 as a new character, Kiriko, joins the roster alongside the previously confirmed characters Junker Queen and Sojourn. Each character brings a unique role to the game, with Kiriko taking on the tank role, Junker Queen as damage, and Sojourn filling the support role. Explore the diverse abilities and strategies of these new characters alongside the existing lineup for an enhanced gaming experience.
September 15, 2022 (Thursday)
Release date confirmed for October 5, 2022!
| Release Date | October 5, 2022 (Wednesday) 4:00 AM |
Overwatch 2 will be released on October 5, 2022 (Wednesday) on all platforms. The release will start at 4:00 AM Japan time and will be available worldwide. Various additions are planned, including the addition of three new heroes, the start of Season 1 Battle Pass, and the new mode "Push," while inheriting various elements from the original Overwatch.
