Overview

Number of Players
1 (Single Player) (10 Player Online)
Genre
Release Date

Switch eShop

  • US 4th Oct 2022, Free
  • EU 4th Oct 2022, Free
Also Available On
Series
Official Site
nintendo.com
Addons / DLC
Overwatch 2: Watchpoint Pack

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Overwatch 2 Guides

  • Guide Most Addictive Nintendo Switch Games

    Just one more

    Updated with Balatro. Enjoy (responsibly)! Video games. They can transport you to other worlds, put you in someone else's shoes, and artfully illuminate and educate while engaging your grey matter with entertainment of astonishing variety. There's no end to the incredible, life-affirming experiences on offer: from thought-provoking,...

  • Guide Overwatch 2 Tips, Tricks, And Hints

    Someone to overwatch me

    Overwatch 2 is the follow-up to the enormously successful team-based first-person shooter. In fact, replaced its predecessor entirely when it launched at the start of October 2022, with the original Overwatch being taken offline. On this page you'll find links to our Overwatch 2 guides, covering character recommendations,...

  • Guide Overwatch 2: Tank Tier List

    Not just sponges anymore

    Picking the best Overwatch 2 tanks is tougher than ever now that the FPS game altered the role defenders play. In a game that now prioritizes speed and damage over defense, the quality of a tank depends on what they bring to the field aside from absorbing hits. In this guide, we'll take you through the best tank picks for...

  • Guide Overwatch 2: What's New?

    All the major changes Blizzard made in Overwatch 2

    While it might seem like the same FPS game as before on the surface, there are quite a few Overwatch 2 changes compared to the original Overwatch, especially when it comes to how battles unfold. Some behind-the-scenes changes also influence Overwatch 2’s structure, including the change to...

  • Guide Overwatch 2: DPS Tier List

    Numbers go up

    Picking the best Overwatch 2 DPS characters is a daunting task. Overwatch 2 presents nearly two dozen damage dealers to choose from, each with unique playstyles, strengths, and weaknesses, and while the game may have changed to suit DPS players over tanks, that doesn’t mean every damage dealer is viable. Some take much more work to...

  • Guide Overwatch 2: Best Characters For Beginners - How To Unlock More Heroes

    If you're just diving into Overwatch, these heroes are your new best friends

    The best Overwatch 2 heroes for beginners help ease you into Blizzard’s FPS game, whether you’re a total newcomer or only dabbled in the original Overwatch. While the full range of characters is blocked off for first-time Overwatch players, that’s not necessarily an...

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Overwatch 2 News

About The Game

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. Team up with friends and dive into the reimagined PvP experience as a time-jumping freedom fighter, a beat-dropping battlefield DJ, or one of over 30 other unique heroes as you battle it out around the globe.

35 HEROES, 22 MAPS AND 6 GAME MODES

Lead the charge, ambush your enemies, or aid your allies as one of 35 distinct heroes. Take them into battle across 22 futuristic maps inspired by real-world locations, and master six unique game modes.

New heroes, maps, and game modes will be added in seasonal updates every nine weeks. Drop into Season One and unlock the latest hero, Kiriko, and over 20 tiers of completely free rewards on the Battle Pass. Purchase the Premium Battle Pass to unlock even more cosmetic rewards including the all-new Demon Genji Mythic skin, legendary skins, sprays, voice lines, weapon charms, and more!