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First-Person Shooter
Systems
Top Critic Avg: 90 /100 Critics Rec: 96%
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

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.

Genre(s)
First-Person Shooter

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Best Vendetta Stadium Build for Overwatch

Smash your way to victory with free ults using this build for Vendetta in Overwatch Stadium Mode.

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How to Unlock Crimson Wolf Skin in Overwatch

Here's a look at the Talon-flavored skin for weapons in Overwatched.

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Overwatch 2: Complete Guide to Heroes (And Other Tips and Tricks)

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

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Overwatch 2: Lifeweaver Guide (Tips, Abilities, and More)

Overwatch 2's new Hero Lifeweaver is a unique support with a complicated kit that includes a wide range of control, mobility, and healing options.

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Overwatch 2: How to Get Roadhog's Pachimari Skin

Overwatch 2 brings back Roadhog's PachiMarchi Challenge for players with bonus XP and various rewards including a special free Pachimari skin.

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Overwatch 2: How to Unlock Ramattra

Ramattra is a Tank hero that was added to Overwatch 2 with the launch of Season 2, and this guide details exactly how to unlock him.

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Overwatch 2: When Does Season 2 Start?

Overwatch 2's second Season is on the horizon, promising a new Hero, a new Battle Pass, and some major balance changes for Blizzard's hero shooter.

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Overwatch 2: Wrecking Ball Guide (Tips, Abilities, and More)

Wrecking Ball is one of the most unusual Tank Heroes in Overwatch 2, combining a massive amount of HP with high mobility and an even higher skill cap.

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When is Mei Coming Back to Overwatch 2? [UPDATE]

Mei is temporarily disabled in Overwatch 2, and players can find details on when she is expected to return in this short guide.

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Overwatch 2: How to Uncover the Fate of a Terror Past in a Hidden Corner (Witch's Brew)

This guide will help players complete Overwatch 2's Witch's Brew challenge, which requires fans to uncover the fate of a terror past.

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Overwatch 2: Halloween Terror 2022 Event Guide

Overwatch 2 has introduced its first Halloween Terror event, and with it comes plenty of rewards for players to get their hands on.

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Overwatch 2: How to Crouch at the Lantern While the Ghost is Active (Lantern Lit)

Overwatch 2 players can learn how to crouch at the lantern for six seconds while the Ghost is active in Wrath of the Bride here.

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Overwatch 2: How to Disturb the Guest in the Tavern (Knock, Knock Challenge)

Overwatch 2's Halloween event, Wrath of the Bride, introduces new seasonal event challenges including an easy to nab one that players may miss.

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Overwatch 2: How to Strike a Pose with the Bride (Photozomb)

Fans that are working on Overwatch 2's Photozomb challenge can learn how to strike a pose with the bride during her introduction in this guide.

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Overwatch 2: How to Witness All 7 Banshee Moments (Ominous Portent)

This guide will help players witness all seven Banshee moments in Wrath of the Bride and complete Overwatch 2's Ominous Portent challenge.

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Overwatch 2: Lucio Guide (Tips, Abilities, and More)

Lucio is one of the most interesting Support Heroes in Overwatch 2, combining passive healing and speed buffs with extreme mobility and crowd control.

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Overwatch 2: Soldier: 76 Guide (Tips, Abilities, and More)

Soldier: 76 is one of the most versatile Heroes in Overwatch 2, able to fight at almost any range and keep himself alive while dealing heavy damage.

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Overwatch 2: Orisa Guide (Tips, Abilities, And More)

Orisa has seen a major rework in Overwatch 2, making her one of the most interesting Tank Heroes in Blizzard's shooter sequel.

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Overwatch 2: Tracer Guide (Tips, Abilities, And More)
Overwatch 2: Tracer Guide (Tips, Abilities, and More)

Tracer has returned in Overwatch 2 with only a few changes to her kit, holding onto her title of the fastest and squishiest Hero in the game.

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Overwatch 2: Widowmaker Guide (Tips, Abilities, And More)

Sniper Hero Widowmaker came into Overwatch 2 with only a minor change to her stats, retaining her role as the premier long-range DPS in the game.

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