Patch Notes

This is a hero balance hotfix. Replay codes from the December 10, 2024 patch are still available.

Get ready for an explosive season as we introduce Hazard, the new Scottish tank hero, embodying the spirit of anarchy for the greater good. Then test your skills with a unique blend of past and present in the 6v6 Role Queue event, where teamwork and synergy shine within the 2-2-2 setup. Plus, prepare to wield the hammer of Gods as Mythic Thor Reinhardt and earn up to five Legendary skins with…

In Quick Play Hacked - Kingmaker, you'll crown your team’s champion in a new twist from the previous Limit 2 experiment where the lone player in their role earns bonus powers to dominate the match. Experiment with new compositions while leveraging the Kingmaker system to give every role a chance to shine, even in unconventional lineups. You'll want to be strategic in your role picks, as roles…

General

Step into the fray with Hazard, a Tank hero unlike any other. This brawl dive disruptor is here to fight against injustice with high mobility and a wall-placing ability that brings new layers of strategy to the game. Inspired by his Scottish roots and the punk ethos of his faction, the Phreaks, Hazard is all about rebellion, resilience, and radical justice for the greater good. Embrace anarchy…

For both new and seasoned Overwatch fans, this three-week event beginning November 12 offers a chance to step back in time and experience the thrilling origins of Overwatch. Revisit iconic maps, enjoy the original hero roster featuring their classic abilities, and embrace the chaotic fun of 6v6 with no-limit team compositions.

Reimagine 5v5 with role limits and mid-match flexibility from November 6 to November 10!

We have been excited to see everyone playing and trying out the different mutations Junkenstein’s Laboratory for the last couple of weeks. As we enter the final week of this limited-time event we are going to make some adjustments to the different mutations each hero can receive before each round. Junkenstein’s Laboratory will still be playable in the Arcade through November 4.

This is a hero balance hotfix. Replay codes from the October 15, 2024 patch are still available.

Haunt your foes in Season 13 with Mythic Spellbinder Widowmaker, a master of witchcraft with stylish animations and enchanting effects. Then battle it out in Junkenstein’s Laboratory, the spooky new Halloween Terror PvP game mode with mutations that turn heroes to horrors! Plus, heroes and villainswatch their ideas of justice collide in the My Hero Academia collab featuring exclusive cosmetics…

GENERAL

Join the celebration as Overwatch and World of Warcraft unite the realms for a legendary crossover event! From September 17-30, dive into glory with Sylvanas Windrunner Widowmaker, Lich King Reinhardt, Thrall Zenyatta, and Diamond Magni Torbjorn Legendary skins - complete with iconic voice lines, emotes, and Plays of the Game inspired by WoW. Play now to unlock up to 8 free rewards and…

Tesla Cannon

This is a hero balance hotfix. Replay codes from the August 20, 2024 patch are still available.

Prepare for an interstellar journey to discover new frontiers as this season introduces Juno, a cheerful and extraordinary new Support hero hailing from Mars. Then battle through two new maps in the Clash game mode where you’ll engage in an intense tug of war for the win! Unleash ancient Egyptian divinity with the new Mythic Anubis Reaper Hero Skin and smite your foes using the heavenly sword of…

GENERAL

Introducing Juno, Overwatch 2's upcoming Support hero! Juno has landed with her versatile Mediblaster providing simultaneous healing and damage. Her Pulsar Torpedoes can lock on to multiple targets and her high mobility allows her to swiftly maneuver the battlefield to provide critical support. Plus, Juno's Hyper Ring propels the team into action, boosting movement for faster fights. Try this…

Sombra has taken over the Quick Play game modes again and will be giving you an extra boost of your choice with Pickable Passives. For the next two days, you can pick an additional passive to benefit the role you are playing in.

Nemesis Form

Join the epic battle between the AUTOBOTS and DECEPTICONS with Optimus Prime as Reinhardt, Megatron as Ramattra, Bumblebee as Bastion, and Arcee as Illari. Pick up these limited-time skins in the in-game Premium Shop today. You can also play now through July 22 to collect new Player Icons, Name Cards, and Titles in a series of limited-time challenges to show your allegiance to the AUTOBOTS or…