Tag: Overwatch
News Blizzard Hits Nostalgia Button, Overwatch: Classic Launches on PS5
"Heroes and balance from popular moments in the game’s history"
As the lifespan of certain games is increasingly measured in decades, an interesting play we keep seeing from developers is to revert to an earlier, presumably better state. World of Warcraft Classic found phenomenal success in this, as did Fortnite OG and Apex Legends' Season 23. It...
Random Blizzard's Overwatch Marketing Is Firmly Focused on Feet
"Yatagarasu Kiriko has GRIPPERS???"
We try to keep an open mind here at Push Square, but we almost fell out of our chair when the following number came across our social media timeline. Blizzard, one of the world's biggest video game publishers, is trying to drum up hype for Overwatch 2's upcoming Season 13 by seemingly marketing directly to feet...
News My Hero Academia Is Going to Tempt You Back to Overwatch 2 on PS5, PS4
Become the hero you want to be
God, these Overwatch 2 collabs are freakin’ good, aren’t they? Following on from Transformers and Cowboy Bebop, developer Blizzard has now announced it’s adding manga and anime sensation My Hero Academia to the game from 17th October. An initial trailer introduces the skins you can look forward to, including...
Rumour Blizzard's Making a 'AAA RPG-FPS', Possibly an Overwatch Spin-Off
Overwatching, overwaiting
Overwatch and Diablo developer Blizzard Entertainment is seemingly working on something new. As spotted by Timur222 on Twitter (also known as X), senior director of product management Chris McCabe has added an "unannounced AAA RPG-FPS title" for consoles and PC to his LinkedIn profile. Interesting. As you'd expect,...
News Two Years Later, Blizzard Ponders a Return to 6v6 Overwatch
"Whether that’s a world of 5v5, 6v6 or even both, we must figure out in the future"
Developer Blizzard is considering a return to the 6v6 Overwatch of yesteryear, following the controversial decision to opt for 5v5 with the launch of Overwatch 2. Judging from the amount of digital ink spilled on the subject, they don't appear to be taking it...
News Overwatch 2's Newest Support Hero, Juno, Will Be Playable This Weekend
Pew pew
Overwatch 2's newest hero is a highly mobile Martian Support named Juno, and for a limited window, you can see how she stacks up against the rest of the crew. You'll have to be quick, however; this limited-time trial runs from today, 19th July, to the 21st. Versatility appears to be the name of Juno's game, with many of her weapons and...
News There's More Than Meets the Eye to Overwatch 2's Transformers Crossover on PS5, PS4
Rolling out now
Update: Blizzard has rolled out its previously announced Transformers crossover content for Overwatch 2, with each of the four skins outlined in the original article below available for 2,500 Coins a pop, which translates to around ~$25/£20. Alternatively, you can buy all four skins together in one giant bundle for 5,900 Coins, or...
News Overwatch 2 Heroes Freed from Battle Pass Unlocks, Available to All
Takes effect in Season 10
Blizzard has confirmed it'll no longer be locking the playable Heroes of Overwatch 2 behind Battles Passes, with all past characters obtained this way and future ones unlocked for every player from the beginning of Season 10. The new Hero Venture will be available immediately for all players when Season 10 starts next...
News Overwatch 2 Dev Admits 'Mistake' in Talking Spicy Self-Healing Changes 'Out of Context'
Just one "part of a much bigger set"
Yesterday, we brought you word of fresh controversy from the world of Overwatch 2. Aaron Keller, the director of the contentious team-based hero shooter, announced changes for Season 9 that would lessen players' "reliance on teammates" and implement passive healing for all. Today, Keller has walked things back...
News More Overwatch 2 Controversy Over Passive Healing for More Heroes
No more team players
A future update in Season 9 of Overwatch 2 will implement passive healing for more heroes in the game, a change many fans see as a move further away from the notions of playing as a team and optimal character composition for covering healing and buffs. This will be just one tweak in a "massive set of gameplay and balance...
News Overwatch League Confirmed Dead as Blizzard Heads in 'New Direction'
Cheers, love
The ambitious Overwatch League, the most expensive esports bet ever floated, is seemingly no more, with Blizzard confirming that it will take competitive Overwatch "in a new direction." An OWL spokesperson released a statement to GGRecon, which announced the news in no uncertain terms: "We are transitioning from the Overwatch League...
News Overwatch 2's Le Sserafim Event Is K-Popping Off on PS5, PS4
Plan your Perfect Night
Overwatch 2's collaboration with K-pop sensation Le Sserafim is now live, and players can pop and lock their way to some inspired skins, dance emotes, and engage in the new limited-time Concert Clash game mode. Le Sserafim is an extremely popular act out of South Korea, and their new track "Perfect Night" is guaranteed to be...
News Overwatch 2 to Host Musical Collaboration with K-Pop Superstars Le Sserafim
Justice rains from above
Blizzard is taking a page from the Fortnite playbook for the next Overwatch 2 event, announcing an in-game collaboration with K-Pop group Le Sserafim, and we got a brief concept clip to set the tempo. The fun begins on 26th October with the in-game music video debut for the group's single, Perfect Night. Following that, a...
News Blizzard Insists Overwatch 2's In 'Best State It's Ever Been' as Review Bombing Continues
"If we can’t turn back the clock, then what can we do?"
Overwatch 2 has had a fairly rough go of it since launch, but since coming to Steam, Blizzard has been struggling with a fresh PR disaster. Thanks to Steam's detailed, egalitarian analytics, it became the platform's "Worst Game of All Time",
News Overwatch 2 Swiftly Branded Steam's 'Worst Game of All Time'
That was quick
Overwatch 2 was released on PS5 and PS4 back in October of 2022, and the shift to free-to-play drew massive crowds initially, but deeper issues were quickly discovered. The player base has been declining ever since, which is fairly normal for service games, but what's new for Blizzard is the great equaliser: Steam. Launching i
News Overwatch 2's Invasion Begins 10th August, Support Hero Illari Revealed, New Maps Incoming
Captive Sun is ready to burn
Overwatch 2's Invasion event kicks off tomorrow, 10th August, and we got a pair of new trailers showing off both Season 6's inclusions and an animated short featuring Sojourn. Like the rest of Blizzard's animated offerings, the latter's of particularly high quality and serves to expand the overarching Overwatch universe...
News Hacker Plaguing Overwatch 2 Livestreams Actually People's Hero John Cena
"Sometimes a face you can't see is just what the world needs"
A mysterious and enigmatic figure known only as The Enigma has been hacking into the streams of some of Twitch's biggest stars, bearing "warnings of the looming threat of Null Sector, an antagonistic group of Omnics that will soon invade the world of Overwatch". This individual has been...
News Overwatch Animated Mini-Series Genesis Incoming, Begins 6th July on YouTube
Part one of three
The first instalment in a three-part animated Overwatch series called Genesis, which debuts this week on YouTube, on 6th July. This series will further flesh out Overwatch's colourful in-game universe, detailing events before the Omnic Crisis uprising, when sentient Omnic robots rose up against their human creators. The deep and...
News Overwatch 2 Fans Can't Believe What Blizzard Has Done to PS5, PS4 Sequel's Promised Co-Op Mode
Gone, but not forgotten
In another twist in the ongoing Overwatch 2 metanarrative, Blizzard has announced that the hero shooter's highly-anticipated cooperative PvE mode has been scrapped. That's despite promising for years that it would be included, with skill trees and perks, to boot. Executive producer Jared Neuss delivered the news in a
News Overwatch 2's Newest Hero, Lifeweaver, Provides Elegant, Effortless Support
He's growing on us
Overwatch 2 is officially getting a new hero, Lifeweaver, an intelligent and curious adventurer hailing from Thailand. He enters the arena with the advent of Season 4 on 11th April. Lifeweaver utilises biolight technology in his role as a Support, healing allies in a variety of ways, but it's the mobility possibilities he...
News Overwatch 2 Is Getting a Dating Sim in Celebration of Valentine's Day
Loverwatch, not a fighterwatch
It's that wonderful time of year again when corporations dream up ways to make single folks feel lonely and those in relationships inadequate and thus more likely to part with their hard-earned cash. Case in point, Valentine's Day is coming to Overwatch 2 early, on 13th February, with the implementation of Loverwatch...
News Blizzard Concedes Overwatch 2 Ranked Mode Suffers from 'Poor Comprehension'
Cheers, love
Overwatch 2 was released back in October of 2022, and ever since its launch, it seems like the sequel has stumbled from issue to issue. As its second season of content comes to a close, game director Aaron Keller has outlined plans to address commun
News Overwatch 2 Patch Delayed Hours Before Launch, Mei Takes a Little More Time Off
At the eleventh hour
Overwatch 2 has been out in the wild for a while now, and to say that things have been rocky would be something of an understatement. From mass DDoS attacks to the removal of aim-assist on console, the latest issue saw the frost queen,
News Overwatch 2 Racks Up More Than 35 Million Players in Its First Month
Heroes never die, and instead keep playing
Overwatch 2 was always going to be a big game, what with the legion of dedicated fans of the original Overwatch diving in and the floodgates being opened by the free-to-play nature of the sequel. Sure enough, Activision Blizzard has announced some pretty spectacular numbers, revealing that more than 35...
News Next Overwatch 2 Hero Confirmed as Rammatra
Arrives on 6th December
Rammatra has been revealed as the very first Hero to be added after the launch of Overwatch 2. Announced during the Overwatch League Grand Finals, the new Tank character will join the ranks on 6th December 2022 alongside the game's second season. You can view their origin story video above. "Ramattra’s story is complex and...
News Frost Queen Mei Removed from Overwatch 2 Due to Ice Wall Bug
Will return in a couple of weeks
Another Overwatch 2 character has been pulled from the game due to bugs, marking the third such instance since the game launched last month. This time it's the frost queen Mei who is causing all the trouble, with her Ice Wall ability allowing players to access areas Blizzard doesn't want them to. It will only be a...
News Mate! McDonald's Offering Overwatch 2 Epic Tracer Skin, But Only in 'Straya
Ain't she a beaut?
Blizzard has partnered with McDonald's for an Overwatch 2 promotion, and customers can get an exclusive Epic Tracer skin when ordering one of three eligible meals via the McDonald's app. Currently, this promotion is only available in Australia, and there is no indication if or when it might run in other regions. The cosmetic in...
News Overwatch 2 Racks Up More Than 25 Million Players in Its First 10 Days
Heroes never die
Overwatch 2 has been plagued with issues ever since it launched, facing DDoS attacks, controversial phone number requirements, having to pull several heroes due to bugs, and the removal of
News Console Players Will Need to Learn How to Shoot as Overwatch 2 Disables Aim Assist in Crossplay
Back to basics
Blizzard has been through the wringer since Overwatch 2 launched last week, which is a shame because it's pretty darn fun when everything is working as intended. Still, it looks like they aren't out of the woods yet, as console players have begun to take umbrage with aim assist being disabled during crossplay with their PC...
News Blizzard to Make Good After Chaotic Overwatch 2 Launch, Double XP Weekends Incoming
We're sorry, have a legendary skin
Overwatch 2's launch has been rocky, to say the least, and we have faithfully chronicled its every twist and turn. From relentless DDoS attacks to the controversial phone number requirement removal, to the
News Blizzard Temporarily Pulls Two Overwatch 2 Heroes, Gets Hit with Another DDoS Attack
If it ain't one thing, it's the other
Oh, to be a fly on the wall over at Blizzard today. Mere hours after Overwatch 2 heroes Bastion and Torbjörn were pulled from the game due to bugs in their ability kits, the free-to-play hero shooter was hit with another DDoS attack
News Watch This Excellent Kiriko Animated Short While You Queue in Overwatch 2
Donuts for dinner again
Overwatch 2 is out, and while things haven't exactly been smooth sailing, players who can get a game in seem to be enjoying themselves. Blizzard has taken steps to combat the DDoS attacks that have plagued the service title in recent days, and the game will be taken
News Blizzard Drops Phone Number Requirement As Overwatch 2 Launch Woes Continue
A patch is incoming but the queues are here to stay
Overwatch 2's launch woes continue, with the highly anticipated hero-shooter being hit with successive DDoS attacks ever since the service went live on 4th October. Blizzard has issued a statement on the situation and has also removed the SMS mobile phon
News Mass DDoS Attack Unplugs Overwatch 2's PS5, PS4 Servers at Launch
A load of D.Vas
Hoping to hop on Overwatch 2? Good luck with that! The game’s been riddled with disconnects and sever timeouts all evening, due to what Blizzard boss Mike Ybarra is describing as a “mass DDoS attack”. He wrote: “Unfortunately we are experiencing a mass DDoS attack on our servers. Teams are working hard to mitigate/manage...
News Overwatch 2 Is Out Now on PS5, PS4
Free-to-play, early access release
The wait is over: Overwatch 2 has now officially released into early access on PS5 and PS4, available for everyone to play right this minute as a free-to-play title. Servers are being switched on at the same time this article goes live, so if you didn't pre-load the game in the three hours prior, head on over to...
News You May Need to Play 100 Matches to Unlock All Characters in Overwatch 2
Die, die, die
Overwatch 2 is just around the corner, and Blizzard marked the occasion recently with a fun launch trailer. It shows off characters old and new with a mix of gameplay and CG, and we're sure fans will be excited to finally get their hands on the shooter come 4th October. Interestingly, though, it looks like some heroes will be gated off...
News Check Out Overwatch 2's Action-Packed Launch Trailer Ahead of 4th October Release
Everything old is new again
The launch of Overwatch 2 is just days away, with servers going live on 4th October. The original Overwatch will be completely replaced in the process, and the service will be free to play for all players. We got a new trailer that shows heroes, both new and old, in action. While many aspects of Overwatch will remain the...
News Overwatch 2 Lead Hero Designer Geoff Goodman Departs Blizzard
Goodman left the company earlier this year
Geoff Goodman, the lead hero designer for the massive and iconic cast of characters in Overwatch and the upcoming Overwatch 2, has left Blizzard. The company confirmed the departure in a statement to PC Gamer. The specifics remain unclear, but a Blizzard spokesperson said that Goodman "made the decision to...
News You'll Need to Play a Lot of Overwatch 2 to Unlock New Hero Kiriko
If you don't want to pay, of course
With the release of Overwatch 2 next month, Blizzard is making some pretty major changes to the way the game deals with progression – and not all of them are sitting well with long-time fans of the franchise. Specifically, it’s been revealed that in order to unlock new hero Kiriko for free, you’ll need to...
News Up the Tempo with Overwatch's Anniversary Remix Vol. 3 Event, Live Now
Feel that healing beat!
To celebrate six years' worth of Overwatch, Blizzard is bringing a bunch of skins back out of the vault, and re-introducing season-exclusive brawls. In addition, the developer is finally getting rid of loot boxes once the event concludes. The event is live now and will run through 30th August. The Overwatch Anniversary Event...
News No Third Overwatch 2 Beta Ahead of October Launch, Says Blizzard VP
Third time unlucky
Overwatch 2's last beta wrapped up last month, and as it turns out, there won't be a third. Some fans were expecting an extended beta session for the competitive hero shooter, or a third beta test, to take place during the two months until the title's full release. Jon Spector, Overwatch commercial leader and Vice President of...
News Would You Pay $45 for an Overwatch 2 Character Skin? Blizzard's Curious to Know
A rare one, mind
Overwatch 2 is launching free-to-play on PS5 and PS4 later this year, completely replacing the original game when it does. Obviously, publishers need to make money from these games somehow, and so F2P titles tend to contain many ways to incentivise players to cough up a little something. With its upcoming hero shooter sequel,...
News Overwatch 2 Supports 120fps on PS5, Different Performance Options and VRR
Let's up the tempo
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...
Guide Overwatch 2 Beta: Dates, Times, and How to Play
When does the Overwatch 2 Beta start?
What are the dates and times for the Overwatch 2 beta test on PS5 and PS4? How do you access the Overwatch 2 beta? Blizzard has finally revealed more information about its upcoming hero shooter sequel, which is due to launch as a free-to-play game this October. However, much sooner than that is a beta test,...
News Overwatch 2 Will Completely Replace the Original Upon Launch on PS5, PS4
No going back
Precisely what Overwatch 2 is has been a question on the lips of fans since its announcement. It's billed as a sequel, but the way Blizzard has spoken about it in the past made it sound more like a glorified game update. Now we know the hero shooter is finally coming soon, a hazy detail has now been clarified. When it launches, it will...
News Overwatch 2 Outlines Roadmap for PS5, PS4 Launch and Beyond
Live service longevity
As you’ll no doubt be aware, for the biggest multiplayer games, launch day is just the beginning. Overwatch 2 is certainly adopting this mantra with its PS5 and PS4 rollout on 4th October. With the first-person shooter still four months away, Blizzard has already outlined what you can expect from the release’s first two...
News Overwatch 2 Beta Will Let You Play Early on PS5, PS4 This Month
Sign-ups starting soon
Activision Blizzard is finally getting things moving with Overwatch 2. The free-to-play hero shooter sequel is now confirmed to release in October for PS5 and PS4 in early access, so we're just a few months away from giving it a shot. However, if you're really curious, you'll be interested to hear about its upcoming beta test...
News Overwatch 2 Will Be Free-to-Play on PS5, PS4
Early Access arrives on 4th October
The Snitch strikes again! Overwatch 2’s play of the game is to go free-to-play on PS5 and PS4, with Early Access scheduled to get underway from 4th October. The previous Overwatch game was a full-price release, but with fierce competition from the likes of Fortnite and even PC-based titles like Valorant,...
News Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2 Delayed, Seemingly to 2023
Blizzard blockbusters pushed back
Activision Blizzard, the mega-publisher behind some of gaming's most popular franchises, has just delayed two key releases. In the company's latest quarterly financial report, it's stated that Diablo IV and Overwatch 2 have been pushed back. These two games are Blizzard's most hotly anticipated titles, and both...
News Overwatch 2 PvP Now 5 vs. 5, New Maps Revealed
Tank class loses a slot
Blizzard hosted an Overwatch 2 multiplayer reveal livestream overnight, and in it detailed a rather dramatic change coming in the future to the setup of online brawls. Matches will now contain two teams of five instead of the previous six, with the Tank class losing one of its slots when players can pick the character they...
