Continuing with the events and news of June, in case you didn't know, today, June 16, the Overwatch 2 : Reveal Event took place. Event organized by Blizzard to present us with all the information we need to know about the sequel to Overwatch.
Starting the event, an exciting trailer for the new title was shown, accompanied by an epic melody in which you could see the new characters, abilities, and changes in this game.
Hosted by Soe Gschwind, she opens the event with a talk with the game director, Aaron Keller, and production director Paul Haile to give us an explanation about everything they plan to come out for this new title and to understand more about the decisions made.
The first topic that was discussed was the fact that the launch of the title will be on October 4 and with the news that it will be free-to-play, as was recently mentioned at the Xbox & Bethesda Showcase 2022 event.
As usual, here at LEVEL UP, we will bring you the most relevant gaming industry news. Here is the most relevant information about the Overwatch 2: Reveal Event.
THE GOAL OF OVERWATCH 2 WILL BE A LIVING, EVER-EVOLVING GAME
Those in charge commented that one of the main objectives of this sequel is that they want this new installment to be a title in which it always has active players, and that can be enjoyed for many years; regardless of when it was released for this, they will always be adding new content. To keep your players interested, those things will be:
-Free-to-play live service
-PvP Reimagined
-9 week seasonal model
-Robust content roadmap
-New Hero every other season
-Cross Progression
-PvE experiences
So with this, they could keep the game always entertaining and fresh.
THIS IS WHAT WILL COME NEW IN SEASON 1
-3 new heroes
-6 new maps
-New game mode
-30+ new skins
-New mythic skin
-The new heroes include Sojourn, Junker Queen, and a brand-new support hero they will reveal in the months ahead.
-The new maps will take players across the globe to iconic locations.
-The new PvP mode is called Push will challenge teams in new and exciting ways
-Players will also be able to unlock cosmetics items through the in-game store and Battle pass
SEASON 2 WILL ARRIVE IN EARLY DECEMBER
-New tank hero
-New map
-30+ New skins
-New mythic Skin
-New battle pass
FUTURE SEASONS ON 2023
They will continue to release a new season every nine weeks.
-New heroes
-New maps
-New modes
-100+ New skins
-PvE begins
COMPETITIVE EXPERIENCE
A reimagined competitive experience was created to give players more tools to improve gameplay and feel a sense of progression in competitive play. Players will have more of an impact on individual matches with the shift to 5v5, and additional systems will be in place to help you discern your contributions per match. More details on the competitive overhaul will be shared soon.
A FREE-TO-PLAY, LIVE EXPERIENCE
They believe that Overwatch stands for inclusivity, open-mindedness, and community. Since its debut, it has always been a social game. That's why free-to-play removes the entry barrier, allowing anyone to jump into the game.
They will also be adding cross-progression, enabling everyone to play, progress, and access their unlocked content seamlessly across all game platforms.
GOODBYE LOOT BOXES
There will be no Loot Boxes in Overwatch 2. Instead, the modernized live service will give players the power to shape their experiences. Players can acquire the items they want directly through the Battle Pass.
Here is the official event video:
Now that you know what is coming to Overwatch 2, how do you feel about the changes? Are you excited?
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