Overwatch

Overwatch is an online first-person shooter in which multiple players form teams and meet different objectives, depending on the game mode. The game's huge roster of heroes all have different abilities and playstyles, though success depends heavily on teamwork between players. The game has been listed as one of the greatest of all time and has one of the largest esports scenes in the world.

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First-Person Shooter
Released
May 24, 2016
ESRB
T for Teen: Blood, Use of Tobacco, Violence (online interactions not rated)
Developer(s)
Blizzard
Publisher(s)
Blizzard
Engine
Proprietary
Multiplayer
Online Multiplayer

Overwatch 2 is an always-on and ever-evolving free-to-play, team-based action game set in an optimistic future, where every match is the ultimate 5v5 battlefield brawl. Power up your railgun and disrupt the battlefield as Sojourn, or yield your axe and command attention as Junker Queen. Battle to take control of a robot and move it toward the enemy base in the new Push Mode. Bring the fight to new destinations across the globe in iconic locations like New York, Rome, Monte Carlo and Rio. Daily challenges and frequent updates mean there is always something new to play.

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Overwatch 2 Needs More Unique Mission Gimmicks in PvE Like Torbjorn's Turrets

Overwatch 2's new PvE experiences are at their best with gimmicks like Torbjorn's turrets, and future missions would do well to follow suit.

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It's Time For Overwatch 2 to Stop Toying With Mercy Fans

While Overwatch 2’s latest balancing change for Mercy has been divisive, there is one other aspect of the hero that has proven frustrating.

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Overwatch 2's Lovably Crafted Missions Menu Makes a Huge Difference

While Overwatch 2 could have gone with a generic mission menu for its PvE content, the route Blizzard took adds a whole lot more personality.

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This complete guide for Overwatch 2 will help new players come to grips with all of the Heroes.

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Overwatch 2’s Suravasa Map Has a Neat Lifeweaver Easter Egg

Lifeweaver becomes the subject of an Easter egg in one of Overwatch 2's newest maps Suravasa, built specifically for the game's new Flashpoint mode.

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Overwatch 2 Has One Massive Issue to Address With Illari

While Illari has managed to have an instant impact on Overwatch 2 after joining the roster, one aspect of the character has to be addressed.