Overwatch 2 is taking full advantage of the power of the PS5, and gamers will be able to play the team-based hero shooter at an eye-watering 120fps (provided you have a TV that supports 120hz).
We learned this information after Redditor packersfan1290 posted a screenshot on the Overwatch 2 subreddit, and this was later confirmed by MP1st.
In addition, we now know that Overwatch 2 will support different performance modes (although this isn't a huge surprise). Last-gen consoles won't be able to use this feature, but PS5 players will be able to choose from Resolution, Framerate (which allows for 120fps) and Balanced options.
Overwatch 2 will also support Variable Refresh Rate (on a system level), which will enhance visual performance and minimise screen tearing.
For those that wanna go fast right now, check out our list of PS5 Games Running at 120fps. In other Overwatch 2 news, the beta is now live, and the original Overwatch will be superseded upon the launch of the sequel. In addition, we learned what the roadmap for the title will look like, at least initially.
Are you playing the Overwatch 2 beta? Can you tell the difference between 120 and 60fps? Let us know in the comments section below.
[source reddit.com, via mp1st.com]
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Well I finally tried the Beta and I've got to say...it's really insulting calling this Overwatch 2. It's the same effing game!!! Two new characters and a game mode is not enough to justify a 2...this a simple "reboot" of Overwatch...
Anyway, maybe with their promise of content releasing often I will get back at this, but so far, pretty disappointing.
i can’t even tell that it’s 60fps
@AFCC i think it’s worse than OW1 imo & i really hate to say it . it is the same game , and it’s like they learned nothing with the problems OW1 has . i actually miss OW1 playing this beta but i’ll keep playing it because i’m tired of OW1 as is .
overall this is a whack “new” game or update or whatever the hell it’s trying to be
What's with this Paladins clone? 😎
Didn't receive the beta access code. Also read that a lot of people on PlayStation not being to download the beta because they don't have the "Overwatch 2 PVP Beta Tracker".
@AFCC Yeah I think I'm going to wait until it's free-to-play, almost paid for the Founders Pack this morning in a moment of weakness haha
The full release, whenever that is, is supposedly going to have a campaign or PvE and that is what is meant to justify calling the game Overwatch 2, and the PvP part of that game is replacing Overwatch 1.
Confusing? Yeah. I don't know why they didn't just update Overwatch 1, and release a Public Test Realm on the PS5, but anything to make things confusing.
PvP is just Overwatch as it's been with new passives, a couple reworked Heroes, and two less players. It is underwhelming for sure, but I got the beta for free so whatever.
Definitely not worth 40 bucks. Wait for the full release. It is F2P!
Any idea if there will be Mouse and keyboard support on PS5 since it is crossplay?
My 2018 LG TV supports 120hz, but only in 1080p resolution. I always prefer 4K 60fps and feel 120fps is overrated
Play 120fps game for a bit like grid legends and then go play a 60fps game like gt7. You can tell a difference. Gt7 at 60fps will be boringly slow. Most games at 120fps on ps5 has less visuals on screen also. I think dirt has no spectators at 120mode. 120fps on doom eternal gets your heart rate up quick and its hard to fall asleep after slaying in 120fps
@Khayl please don't! I was reminiscing about my old D'VA days and bought it in a moment of weakness but it's totally not worth it. I did 3 games, 2 of them in the same maps as OW1 and I tried both new champions...that's it, I'm already done with it!
@AFCC I stayed strong and picked up the Shadow Run Trilogy instead, which has sated my need for a new game for now haha. That's a shame to hear, but yeah I'll hang on until its FTP
@Khayl good call!
The game was in a weird state! Hopefully they improve it until October
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