Overwatch 2: Launch date, time, new updates, and everything

Blizzard recently confirmed the release date of Overwatch 2. Hence, fans are eager to get their hands on the game’s sequel. 

Here is everything you need to know.

What is the release date for Overwatch 2? 

Blizzard announced that Overwatch 2 is all set to officially launch on the 4th of October 2022 Tuesday. 

Moreover, it will release globally on the following dates and time zones across major regions:

• Pacific Daylight Time: noon (4th October)
• Eastern Daylight Time: 3 pm (4th October)
• British Summer Time: 8 pm (4th October)
• Central European Summer Time: 9 pm (4th October)
• Indian Standard Time: 12:30 am (5th October)

Additionally, similar to its predecessor, Overwatch 2 will be available on PlayStation 4 and 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. 

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Is Overwatch 2 free to play?

Blizzard has informed us that Overwatch 2 will feature the free-to-play format. This is possibly the company’s latest strategy to attract more gamers.

In addition, gamers are not required to pay a single penny to have access to play on these popular battle royales. However, you can unlock the premium version of their battle passes. It typically costs around £10.

Meanwhile, it is important to note that this is not the full release of Overwatch 2 as it is only considered PvP. Although no specific launch date for the story mode has been confirmed yet, the PvE of the game is expected to release in 2023.

What about the Watchpoint Pack in Overwatch 2?

As we have previously mentioned Overwatch 2 will be free-to-play but existing owners of Overwatch 1 will receive a Founder’s Pack. Furthermore, everyone can buy a Watchpoint Pack that costs around £34.99.

If you didn’t know, the Watchpoint pack allows the players to have a head start as they unlock the following in-game content: 

• Season One Premium Battle Pass
• 7 Legendary skins (including 2 all-new Space Raider skins)
• 5 Epic skins
• 2000 Overwatch Coins
• Overwatch 2 Player Icon

What is new in Overwatch 2?

Overwatch 2 will deliver new maps, game modes, and gameplay features. The following are all the maps that will launch alongside the sequel:

• Circuit Royal (Monte Carlo)
• Esperança (Portugal) 
• Midtown (New York) 
• New Queen Street (Toronto) 
• Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) 
• Rome (Italy) 

Moreover, the sequel will introduce us to new heroes such as tank class hero Junker Queen, damage hero Sojourn, and the third new hero Kiriko. 

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