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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

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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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First-Person Shooter
Overwatch 2 Map May Be Based in Poland

In a recent interview, Blizzard Entertainment's Overwatch 2 development team teases that one of the maps may be inspired by Poland.

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Rumor: Overwatch 2 Development Going Slow, Release Date May Be Delayed

A new rumor making the rounds about Overwatch 2 claims that the game's development is going slow and it may launch later than expected.

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Sigma Gravitic Flux Bug Divides Overwatch Fans

A new Overwatch bug sees Sigma’s Gravitic Flux having a greater range than it should, though some fans think it should remain unchanged.

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Overwatch League Making Changes for the 2021 Season Structure

The Overwatch League's structure for its official esports teams in 2021 will be a lot different compared to previous years' formats.

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Overwatch Kanezaka Challenge Includes Kyogisha Hanzo Skin

Blizzard announces a new limited-time event for the hero shooter Overwatch called the Kanezaka Challenge that unlocks exclusive rewards.

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Mysterious Overwatch Letter May Hint at New Sword-Wielding Hero

With fresh Overwatch content lacking in the lead up to the game's sequel, a new letter implies that an upcoming hero could wield a blade.

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Overwatch Reveals Cover Art for Tracer London Calling Comic

Overwatch's Tracer is back in action for the fourth of five London Calling comics, and the cover art shows the hero in a tough situation.

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Overwatch Fan Creates Insanely Impressive Junkrat Cosplay

A fan of the destructive Overwatch hero Junkrat shares a spectacular cosplay, with the outfit ranking among the best ever made for the character.

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Elon Musk is Now the Richest Man in the World

With Tesla stock rapidly rising, Elon Musk finally surpasses Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos to officially become the richest man in the world.

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Overwatch Fan Reveals Impressive D.Va Cosplay

The Overwatch fanbase's creativity continues to shine, as cosplayer Ena Fox shares some photos of her incredibly accurate D. Va cosplay.

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Overwatch Fan Shows Off Animatronic Mercy Cosplay

Overwatch cosplayer Zibartas shares an updated look at his Mercy cosplay, complete with a moving staff, bright halo, and animatronic wings.

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Overwatch Tell Fans 'Happy Holidays' With Impressive Artwork

The Overwatch team rings in the holidays with a collection of special art pieces, showing off the game’s heroes celebrating the festive season.

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Overwatch Fan Creates Incredible Lucio Sonic Amplifier Replica

One dedicated Overwatch fan makes an impressive real-life replica of Lucio’s signature weapon, gifting the Sonic Amplifier design to his friend.

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Overwatch Gets Free to Play Period

Blizzard makes Overwatch completely free to play until next year, along with selling the game for more than half off until then.

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Overwatch Map May Tease New Fox Hero

Some of the graffiti players can find in Overwatch’s brand-new Deathmatch map Kanezaka seems to hold a teaser for the long-rumored fox hero.

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Overwatch D.Va Invincibility Bug Leads to Blizzard Disabling Character Before Adding Her Back

Blizzard temporarily disables D.Va, one of Overwatch’s most popular heroes, adding her back to the game after an invincibility bug was fixed.

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Overwatch Winter Wonderland 2020 Event is Live With New Brawl

Overwatch's annual winter-themed event, Winter Wonderland 2020, goes live today and offers new cosmetics and a limited-time mode.

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Overwatch Buffs Make Reinhardt Overpowered

Overwatch’s Reinhardt has always been a strong hero if played properly, but the character’s latest buffs make him borderline overpowered.

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Clever Overwatch Trick Gives Junkrat An Advantage Over Mei

Overwatch fans continue to point out new tricks well into the game's life, such as one way to deal with Mei's Cryo-Freeze ability as Junkrat.

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Overwatch Torbjorn Easter Egg Discovered in World of Warcraft

One World of Warcraft player discovers an Easter egg in the Halls of Valor, one directed at Overwatch character and turret placer Torbjorn.