Summary
- Overwatch 2 has revealed Hazard's abilities.
- Hazard's kit includes Jagged Wall, Spike Guard, and Violent Leap.
- Hazard is part of a body modification gang called Phreaks.
Blizzard has pulled the curtain back on the abilities available to new Tank hero Hazard in Overwatch 2. Hazard has been teased for the Overwatch 2 roster for quite some time, with some fans assuming that he would be called "Phreak." However, it was later clarified that Phreak isn't Hazard's name, but rather, he is part of a group known as the Phreaks.
Hazard's backstory sees him joining a group called the Phreaks, who modify their bodies with advanced technology. These body modifications are how Hazard gets his abilities. The Overwatch 2 Hazard reveal trailer gave fans an idea of what to expect from the new hero's abilities, but now Blizzard has provided specifics.
Overwatch 2 - Hazard Gameplay Trailer
Overwatch 2 reveals its newest Tank hero Hazard, showcasing his abilities like Jagged Wall, Downpour, and more in a new trailer.
As detailed by Blizzard, Hazard's main weapon in Overwatch 2 is Bonespur, which fires a burst of spikes at opponents. His ultimate ability is called Downpour, allowing him to "rain down a torrent of spikes" that can immobilize enemies. Hazard can vault, like many other heroes, and he comes with three additional abilities. Jagged Wall lets Hazard launch a spiked wall that damages and knocks back enemies, while Spike Guard can be used to fire homing spikes at enemies. While that particular ability is active, Hazard takes reduced damage and also regenerates his ammo. And finally, Hazard has Violent Leap, which allows him to lunge forward. When activated twice, he is able to slash enemies at the end of his lunge, knocking them back. Based on his kit, it sounds like Hazard is going to be highly effective at crowd control. It will definitely be interesting to see how the Overwatch 2 community reacts to his kit.
Overwatch 2 Hazard Ability Kit
Weapon & Ultimate
- Bonespur - Fire a burst of spikes
- Ultimate: Downpour - Rain down a torrent of spikes, immobilizing enemies
Passives
- Vault - Scale short walls and grab ledges
Abilities
- Jagged Wall - Launch a spiked wall that damages and knocks back nearby enemies
- Spike Guard - Protect yourself, firing homing spikes at nearby enemies. While active, reduce damage taken and regenerate ammo
- Violent Leap - Lunge forward. Activate again to slash at enemies, knocking them back
Overwatch 2 is making Hazard playable ahead of his official release date. From November 22 to November 25, Overwatch 2 players will be able to play as Hazard and see everything the new Tank hero has to offer. Then, on December 10, Hazard will be added to the Overwatch 2 roster proper as part of Season 14.
It remains to be seen what else Season 14 has in store. At the bare minimum, fans can expect Overwatch 2's annual Winter Wonderland event to make a comeback in December, which will include the return of limited-time game modes and holiday-themed skins.
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