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.

Hilarious Overwatch Clip Shows Wrecking Ball Player Copying Move From Marvel’s Drax
Hilarious Overwatch Clip Shows Wrecking Ball Player Copying Move From Marvel’s Drax

During a match on Rialto, one Overwatch player, who is also a Marvel fan, takes inspiration from a move used by Drax in Avengers: Infinity War.

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Overwatch Player Has Been Sitting on a Wrecking Ball Loot Box for Years, But It'll Soon Be Gone

An Overwatch player discovers a years-old specially marked Wrecking Ball loot box in their backlog as Blizzard prepares to sunset this feature.

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Overwatch 2’s Battle Passes Should Have Specific Themes

Each Battle Pass in Overwatch 2 should have a special theme, allowing Blizzard to focus on certain roles, holidays, or moments in history.

Overwatch Junkrat Player Ruins Enemy Team Reinhardt's Ult in Clever Way
Overwatch Junkrat Player Ruins Enemy Team Reinhardt's Ult in Clever Way

During a match of Overwatch, one gamer manages to record an impressive play as Junkrat, using Concussion Mines to counter a Reinhardt.

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Overwatch 2 Should Have a Completely Separate Achievement List

With Overwatch 2 set to replace the original Overwatch later this year, Blizzard should make sure to introduce a whole new Trophy list.

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Overwatch 2: Watchpoint Pack Comes with a Highly Ironic Inclusion

Overwatch 2 will be free-to-play when it releases, but fans can still purchase a version of the game, giving them a particularly ironic bonus.

On the left is an image of Kitana from Mortal Kombat, the middle is Octane from Apex Legends and on the right is a close-up of Tracer from Overwatch
10 Fastest Video Game Characters

Plenty of video game characters are known for their speed. Many of them, however, can't hold a candle to these speedsters.

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Overwatch Content Creator Jayne Reported Missing [UPDATE]

Popular Overwatch content creator Jayne is reported missing by the Canadian police, last seen leaving his home in Airdrie, Alberta on Monday.

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Blizzard Dev Discusses What Will Happen to Loot Boxes and Current Currencies When Overwatch 2 Launches

Blizzard's Jon Spector addresses what happens to any unopened loot boxes or unused currency once Overwatch 2 launches in October.